Fancourt Manor House

George, Garden Route

South Africa’s magnificent Garden Route stretches along the country’s south western coastline and enjoys the world’s second-mildest climate. Fancourt is located across 1,515 superbly landscaped acres of lush countryside with the majestic Outeniqua Mountains as the perfect backdrop. As Africa’s leading golf resort, the property boasts three Gary Player-designed championship courses including the world renowned Fancourt Links. Fancourt has two accommodation offerings – the Fancourt Hotel and the Manor House. The exquisitely furnished and decorated Manor House offers complete privacy and offers accommodation of uncompromising quality. Built in 1859, the Manor House fusing old-world with new-world style. Its design combines modern sophistication with its original wooden finishes. Its luxury amenities include the stately Monty Bar, the Manor House Library, a private swimming pool and the Manor House Lounge which provides an elegant setting for afternoon teas. Whether staying at the Fancourt Hotel or the Manor House, you are assured not only a great experience, but also something you will remember for a lifetime. The Fancourt…..

Hotel offers an exceptional blend of modern luxury and classic elegance. The 115 rooms and suites are situated around the facilities with views of the golf warm up area, Montagu golf course or beautiful landscaped gardens. All the rooms have a balcony and from whichever direction, the views are stunning.

At Fancourt the appreciation of good food and wine is regarded almost as highly as the game of golf. As such, the estate’s four restaurants each caters to a different occasion, from relaxed family suppers to more bespoke experiences with fine wines to match. La Cantina, has been named the Best Hotel Restaurant at the CXPRESS Garden Route Culinary Awards, and provides the perfect setting for relaxed dining. With its traditional Italian menu, La Cantina treats you to an authentic Mediterranean culinary experience ranging from homemade pastas to succulent steaks. Its extensive menu includes meat and fish with an extensive wine list and its decadent dessert favorite, the tiramisu. Housing a wood-fired pizza oven, La Cantina serves what most believe is the tastiest, thin-based pizzas in town. As Fancourt’s breakfast restaurant of choice, it serves a generous buffet spread of warm and cold food options to get the morning off to a wholesome start.

Monet's restaurant and deli offers a café bistro atmosphere overlooking the rolling greens of the Outeniqua golf course with the beautiful Outeniqua Mountains as a backdrop, whilst The Club Lounge is the destination of choice for golfers on a break looking to indulge in some American club style food. Fondly referred to as the 19th hole, the Club Lounge overlooks the 18th green of the Montagu golf course and has become the customary end point after a good game.

Lastly, classic European cuisine meets interior artistry at Henry Whites – the gastronomic flagship of Fancourt’s Manor House. Named after one of Fancourt’s original owners, this landmark destination has become synonymous with culinary excellence offering classic dining with an inclination towards seafood dishes as well as an extensive tasting menu of signature dishes. As a benchmark for classic dining on the Garden Route, Henry Whites is also home to a coveted selection of award-winning wines. The restaurant also showcases a permanent collection of artworks by lauded German painter, Klaus Fussman amongst an array of South African mounted art.

The Spa at Fancourt is designed to provide you with a deeply relaxing experience. Its range of holistic skin and body treatments are supplemented by complimentary facilities which include a Roman Bath and Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and tepidarium. As the winner of ‘Best Hotel Spa in South Africa 2018’s at the annual Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Awards, this utopian destination is the perfect setting for revitalizing your body and mind.

Fancourt embodies a flawless fusion of leisure and world-class golfing. With all three of its golf courses ranked among Golf Digest’s top 20 courses in the country, it boasts a proud legacy of sporting excellence. The Links is currently No. 2 in South Africa (Golf Digest Rankings) and was ranked 28^th in the world by Golf Digest USA. The Montagu and Outeniqua golf courses are ranked 7^th and 25^th in South Africa.

Apart from the fabulous golf courses, there are numerous other activities to enjoy. Fancourt has four swimming pools, four mountain facing tennis courts, hiking and cycling trails as well as a state-of-the-art gym and workout area.

MANOR HOUSE AT FANCOURT

As a guests staying of the Manor House you have exclusive use of the outdoor pool and can enjoy breakfast in any location within the Manor House. Included in your stay at the Manor House is daily afternoon tea, evening canapés and sparkling wine and a fully stocked complimentary minibar as well as luxury bath products. All suites at the Manor House include en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, heater, lounge area, fireplace, underfloor heating, clothes press, dressing gowns, heated towel rails, Wi-Fi, minibar, satellite TV, balcony/veranda, international plugs, hair dryer, tea and coffee, and direct dial phone.

AT A GLANCE - HOMEWOOD SUITES

Leave the stress of daily living behind and relish the exclusivity of your classic, yet modern home-away-from-home – The Manor House’s Homewood Suites. Each of the twelve suites offers its own separate living area, lavishly designed bathroom and walk-in dressing room. Luxury bath products and luxury bathroom amenities make this a luxurious, yet understated retreat where guests can unwind without a care in the world and reconnect with themselves and their loved ones.

2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed
1 en-suite bathroom with separate tub and shower and separate guest toilet
Separate lounge area
Balcony or patio
Suite size: 646 ft²

AT A GLANCE - OAKLAND SUITE

Reflecting the grandeur of The Manor House’s boutique offerings, each of the five Oakland Suites has its own separate living area, lavishly designed bathroom and walk-in dressing room. Combining contemporary design with the warmth of a country retreat where guests are welcomed as family and friends, the Oakland Suites ensure each guest enjoys an exclusive travel experience in sophisticated, stylish surrounds.

2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed
1 en-suite bathroom with separate tub and shower and separate guest toilet
Separate lounge area
Suite size: 786 ft²

AT A GLANCE - PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

Palatial living awaits guests of The Manor House’s Presidential Suite with its two bedrooms, open plan lounge and dining room, en-suite bathrooms and a separate guest bathroom. Designed to cater to refined tastes, the Presidential Suite combines many of the original wooden ceiling finishes with bespoke furniture and ornate chandeliers. A spacious, private balcony leads off from the dining area, providing guests with a scenic views of The Manor House’s manicured gardens. With no detail spared, the Presidential Bedroom is the crown jewel of The Manor House.