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Phantom Forest Hotel South Africa
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The Phantom Forest private nature reserve covers an area of 137 hectares near to Knysna. The resort’s accommodation consists of 14 luxurious tree-house suites blending harmoniously into the surroundings.
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From the terrace you have a magnificent view into the treetops.
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Integrated into the treetops on stable plateaux, the tree-house suites offer an exceptional experience in the midst of a fascinating world of birds, with a view through the forest onto Knysna Lagoon. The service areas, such as the excellent restaurant, pool and Body Boma Wellness Centre, are linked via wood-paths meandering through the forest.
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Body Boma Wellness Centre
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The roofs are covered in straw or small hand-made wooden slates, which, in combination with the effect of light and shade, form magnificent living structures.
Right: Sauna cabins in the Body Boma
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Massages and treatments by qualified therapists are offered in the Body Boma Wellness Centre. The combination of very nice natural products, the calming perfumes of aromatic oils and the view onto the living greenery provides a complete wellness sensation.
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The whole of the Phantom Forest accommodation is built from natural materials out of the surrounding forest and so everything blends in harmoniously. The individual elements have been delicately woven into the growing surroundings.
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The suites built high up in the treetops offer absolute privacy. Amidst the trees and animals of the forest, you sense the tranquillity of nature, intensified only by the call of the kingfisher or the owls at night.
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Pure luxury: A box seat in the midst of nature
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A magnificent fresh-water pool with a panoramic view of the lagoon completes the lodge’s programme of relaxation.
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View over Knysna Lagoon, a paradise for the blue-feathered kingfisher and more than 80 different types of birds. Bushpigs, bushbucks and any amount of small, long-fingered monkeys are among the animals to be found in the forests and wetlands.
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The committed Phantom Forest team organises excursions into the surrounding area, mountain-bike rides or canoeing trips over the Knysna River, they can arrange delicious picnics or, if you prefer, remain completely invisible…
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Natural materials from the surrounding area have also been used in the interior decoration of the rooms which are subtly furnished with handmade fabrics, horns and hides.
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In the large living room with it’s magnificently shiny wooden floor you can get comfortable by the fireplace, drink an aperitif before dinner and listen to typical African bush stories.
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The fascinating ceilings of Boma Hall are reminiscent of the intertwined branches of the forest. The central supporting pillar almost appears to be growing out of the ground. The living roof has been completely covered in woven grass, a technique adopted by the early settlers from the beehive-shaped Zulu huts.
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The spacious suites, too, have been decorated with natural materials. The beautiful hand-woven fabrics and stylish decorations harmonise very well with the rooms’ unusual roof design.
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Above: A beautiful living room with a panorama window overlooking the forest.
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The suites’ bathrooms with their large bathtubs where you can also literally let the high showers rain down on you, and the washing-stands, reminiscent of the portable washing facilities in the era of exclusive expeditions, are uniquely beautiful wellness oases.
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Large window fronts have been very skilfully integrated into the design of the tree-house suites, so all rooms have a fantastic view into the surrounding treetops.
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Phantom Forest: from 104,- € per person per day in suite with breakfast with double occupancy.
We would be pleased to make you an offer for your travel date: info@thedreamdestination.com
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Phantom Forest at a glance
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Hotel |
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Town: |
Knysna |
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Location: |
Completely quiet in a private nature reserve |
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House/grounds: |
14 tree-house suites / 137 hectares |
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Rooms: |
All 14 suites have a separate living room, a large terrace and a very beautiful bathroom with bathtub. Along with the tree-houses decorated in classical African style, four suites have recently been decorated in romantic Moroccan style. |
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Facilities: |
Boma Hall with fireplace and various seating, restaurant, Body Boma Wellness Centre |
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Exterior: |
Fresh-water pool with sunbathing area and sunloungers |
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Distances: |
10 minutes to Knysna, 10 minutes to the beach, about 30 km to Plettenberg Bay |
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Activities: |
Mountain-biking, riding, hiking, sailing, diving, canoeing |
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Note: |
Children over 12 years of age are welcome in The Phantom Forest Hotel |
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