The Kurland
As host to international polo tournaments, the Kurland is surrounded by ponies grazing on immaculate pastures. This exclusive hotel was established by Baroness Behr on the family estate, with the aim of creating an indulgent experience for discerning guests on the Garden Route.
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Facilities & Services
Please note: these are inclusive in price unless otherwise stated.
- Pool: Central swimming pool with views over the paddocks.
- Quad bikes: Available for exploring the grounds (minimum age applies).
- Tennis Court: Available by the children’s area, with coaching (for a charge).
- Spa: Health Spa with steam room, sauna and gym (treatments at a charge).
- Trails: Walking, hiking and jogging trails through the beautiful estate.
- Library: Extensive selection of books and internet access.
- Polo: Coaching from a resident ‘pro’ in Season (for a charge).
Bars & Restaurants
- The Manor House accommodates the intimate restaurant, bar and other facilities, incorporating a lovely deep veranda from which to enjoy a drink.
- Meals are also served in the courtyard during good weather.
Overview
Exceptional facilities for children include a swimming pool/play area and supervised activities, whilst spacious Cape Dutch style cottages with loft rooms provide ideal accommodation for families.
Looking after younger guests
- Children at the Kurland become members of the VIK (Very Important Kid!) programme.
- Large playroom with toys, videos, play station and snooker table.
- Heated children’s swimming pool and jungle gym.
- Children’s mountain bikes (and adult bikes with baby seats).
- Forest wagon trails (for a charge).
- Watching Polo matches (in season) or visits to the stables.
Children’s Meals
Bespoke Meals are served in the conservatory or rooms.
Babysitting & Supervised activities
- Baby monitor available, but use is dependent on room allocation.
- Babysitting: Services proved by in-house staff.
- School Holidays: At Christmas and Easter, an excellent range of supervised activities takes place on site alongside outings to local attractions such as Knysna Elephant Park (only excursion costs are charged for). Babysitters are recommended for children under 3.
Room types
Kurland has 12 exceptionally spacious rooms, set in Cape-Dutch style cottages in the grounds. These include overhead fans and fireplaces, mini bars and private terraces, many with their own plunge pool.
Family
10 Suites have specially-designed loft rooms with en-suite bathrooms, accommodating up to 4 children (dependent on room type), connected by interior or exterior staircases from the parents rooms below.
Rates
Rates from £134 in an Elegant or Luxury Room per night per adult sharing, inclusive of Bed & Breakfast. (Valid 01/10/11 – 14/12/12) Rates do vary depending on the season.
NB Dinner supplement payable during certain periods over Christmas and Easter Holidays.
Family
- Children under 13 pay no charge exctpe during Peak Christmas Period.
- Children 13 – 16 pay from £71 dependent on time of year.
- Children in their own suite pay adult rates
Special Offers
Please enquire about current specials which are running.
Note: Please enquire for rates for different Room Types and Seasons and we will compile a detailed quotation for your stay.
The Kurland supports various projects including Childline, children living in Kurland village (a local township) and Masizame Street Children’s Project.

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by Jennifer Marshall on Tue Sep 07 11:08:10 +0000 2010
As with the Cape Grace, excellent. The chef was especially wonderful with the children and the boys loved having their own floor of accommodation!
by Helen Hart on Sat May 09 05:48:51 +0000 2009
We were well looked after and the children had a fantastic horse ride. Loads to do in the area, we could have stayed longer than 3 nights and may return one day! (Hart Family, Easter 09)