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December 2024
January 2025
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

Main House Garden Suite

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Garden Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 200 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Saint Francis Bay

A family-friendly stay in Saint Francis Bay awaits you at Dune Ridge Country House. You'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from St. Francis Bay Beach and 6 km (3.7 mi) from Port St. Francis. Highlights at this Colonial country house include a full-service spa, a golf course and a restaurant. .A relaxing day at Bush Spa can include deep-tissue massages, facials and body treatments along with aromatherapy and reflexology. The restaurant, Boma, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the country house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a safari. 603 square feet (56 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Saint Francis Bay country house, you'll be 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Seal Point Lighthouse.

What's nearby

  • St. Francis Links - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St. Francis Bay Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • St. Francis Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Port St. Francis - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Seal Point Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Christy's Catch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chokka Block Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rambling Rose - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪St Francis Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Big Time Taverna - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Dune Ridge Country House

Colonial country house with full-service spa and golf course
Dune Ridge Country House offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this country house measures 603 square feet (56 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Dune Ridge Country House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Saint Francis Bay country house.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 603 sq ft of conference space
  • 56 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2001
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dune Ridge Country House offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with dressing gowns, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Saint Francis Bay country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Bush Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Boma

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (603 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1110 per person (return)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the country house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Dune Ridge Country House
Dune Ridge Country House Saint Francis Bay
Dune Ridge Saint Francis Bay
Dune Ridge House Saint Francis
Dune Ridge Country House Country House
Dune Ridge Country House Saint Francis Bay
Dune Ridge Country House Country House Saint Francis Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dune Ridge Country House?

Yep, Dune Ridge Country House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Dune Ridge Country House?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dune Ridge Country House on 25 Nov 2024 start from NZ$244.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Dune Ridge Country House?

The closest beach to Dune Ridge Country House is St. Francis Bay Beach (3.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Dune Ridge Country House?

Yep, Bush Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as sports massages.

Does Dune Ridge Country House have a pool?

Dune Ridge Country House has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Dune Ridge Country House?

Dune Ridge Country House features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs, Select Comfort beds and premium bedding.

What makes Dune Ridge Country House a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as deep-soaking baths and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dune Ridge Country House.

Is Dune Ridge Country House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dune Ridge Country House is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Dune Ridge Country House?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Dune Ridge Country House serve breakfast?

Sure does, free breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dune Ridge Country House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dune Ridge Country House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Dune Ridge Country House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dune Ridge Country House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Dune Ridge Country House?

Yep, Dune Ridge Country House has an 18-hole golf course.

Dune Ridge Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Break-away
Overall a good experience in a natural environment. Nice and relaxed. Breakfast could definitely improve. But we had a nice break-away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dr Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An oasis in St Francis
Dune Ridge is situated in its own fenced grounds and so is very quiet and secure. The owner and all the staff are very friendly and the service was excellent. Dinner can be taken at the property and was excellent as was breakfast. Plenty of choice of wines.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dr Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in St Francis
I have reviewed this accommodation previously and it is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the quiet location. Serene and lovely to relax. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An oasis of tranquillity
We were highly impressed with the level of service given by Suzette and other staff members who went to great lengths to ensure our stay was memorable. The food is excellent and the rooms are beautifully furnished. Overall, we would highly recommend this hotel and hope to return in the future.

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Kasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Dune Ridge
Extremely pleasant stay at Dunes Ridge. Staff very polite and helpful. Beautiful quiet location

10/10 Excellent

Frederik, George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to perfect
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Very relaxing atmosphere - sadly couldn't enjoy the cosy setting in the lounge with the lovely fireplace or the spa.

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Canterbury, Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Out of Africa Experience
Peaceful authentic Lodge perfect fit those who appreciate understated elegance . Dinner was superb! Great Links GC next door.

8/10 Good

John, Stone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very quiet stay.
Great room (a little "cottage" with great garden view, great helpful friendly service. Just beware of the 1/2 mile or so of unmade drive to get to it though!

10/10 Excellent

Archaeologist, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Perfect Oasis
This could not have been a more perfect stay. Exquisite grounds, staff and delectable meals! Every aspect of this property exceeded my expectations---there are not enough stars to describe Dune Ridge! I encourage everyone of every age to co e and experience this little oasis. This is a perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family gathering.

8/10 Good

Daniel, Brescia Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice near town center
nice but overpriced. no air conditioning and the ceiling fan had only one speed-slow which was usesless. large room and bathroom. excellent breakfast. staff was very nice and helpful. also has nice swimming pool. dirt road for one mile to get to country house. need gps to find. good location near town center and golf courses.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Uns hat besonders die liebevolle Einrichtung, die Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit und das sehr gute Essen gefallen! Wir würden es jederzeit weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karlheinz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Frankfurt am Maim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfekte Location
Wir haben uns bei Sarah von der ersten Minute an sehr wohlgefühlt. Der Service war perfekt. Unser Guesthouse ist sehr schön eingerichtet und hat zum Entspannen sehr eingeladen. Das extra gebuchte Dinner war sehr gut.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephan, & Lucia auf Weltreise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super Preis / Leistung
Viel kann man da nicht schreiben: Perfekte ruhige einsame Lage, fantastische große super ausgestattete Zimmer, freundlichste Gastgeber, exzellentes Frühstück eine der besten Unterkünfte in Südafrika !!!!