Woodbourne Resort

Folks who like a bit of fresh-air activity should do well around here – bring along your rods for fishing out on the lagoon or in nearby rivers, or take to the water yourself for various watersports from Bollard Bay (five minutes’ drive). If you’re more of a club-wielding type, take yourself off to one of the three golf courses within 15 minutes’ drive (don’t expect your best round ever though – the stunning sea views may prove just a tad distracting). Walks are top-notch around here too – take your pick from mountain hikes, leisurely lagoon rambles and wanders around the Featherbed Private Nature Reserve (half an hour away), looking out for local wildlife as you seek out the ancient sea caves. And if it’s wildlife you want, they don’t come much bigger than the elephant... Guarantee sightings at Knysna Elephant Park, 20 minutes away – go early for breakfast with the big beasts or head over during the day to get up close to the herd. Time to flop? Take a few minutes’ walk to the nearest beach or drive along the coast a bit for more sandy stretches – Bollard Bay (five minutes) and Buffels Bay (half an hour) are both fab choices for swims and sunbathing.