OUR
OFFERINGS
POP UP BAR
OPENING FROM DEC 24 - JAN 25
From mid December to the beginning of January our renowned pop-up bar is up and live. The Island Beach Bar is a cocktail bar and restaurant nestled on a beach of South Africa's only private island in Plettenberg Bay. We open up this beautiful and unique setting and invite our guests to relax and enjoy themselves - and let us handle the rest.
Crafting artisan cocktails from the freshest and highest quality locally-sourced ingredients to complete a menu with favourites from all over the world. Indulge yourself in a culinary experience of our soulful island-inspired food, enjoy our iconic Barbara cocktail, groovy tunes, and live music.
OPEN DAILY 16:00 - 22:00 | MON & TUE CLOSED OUT OF SEASON
BOOK IN ADVANCE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
ALL GUESTS STAYING ON & OFF THE ISLAND ARE WELCOME
A luxury hideout created for daring souls who play by their own set of rules. Stowaway is a boutique restaurant concept targets discerning individuals who constantly pursue a better time than the last. Stowaway is set to provide unforgettable all-day upbeat experiences, previously unavailable in Plettenberg Bay.
CAUSAL FINE DINING
A simplistic menu (five dishes) to deliver high quality dining experience in a fun and casual manner. Interactive capes and sharing sides decentralise dining and increase intra-guest experience.
BOTANICAL COCKTAIL BAR
A menu designed to be unusual. Leaning on the island’s natural forest for inspiration, the bar delivers a mysterious botanical selection of cocktail drinks. Inside the jungle of all the islands lay mystery, ours are shaken with ice.
AVO ON TOAST
SMOOTHIE BOWL
FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST
BREAKFASTS
We offer breakfast if you would like to book. We have selection of our favourite types of breakfast that you can choose from. Enjoy having breakfast overlooking the Tsitsikamma mountain range and the Keurbooms River. Please book in advance or upon arrival.
BOAT TRIPS
SUNDOWNERS? OR A DAY TUBING AND LOUNGING UP THE RIVER?
We have got you covered - and oh, do we do it in style! Take a trip up in our ski boat. Enjoy either beautiful sundowners or a morning up the gorgeous Keurbooms River. We offer packages that can include your own skipper, drinks, and some snacks.
BOAT TRIPS
SUNDOWNERS? OR A DAY TUBING AND LOUNGING UP THE RIVER?
We have got you covered - and oh, do we do it in style! Take a trip up in our ski boat. Enjoy either beautiful sundowners or a morning up the gorgeous Keurbooms River. We offer packages that can include your own skipper, drinks, and some snacks.
BOAT TRIPS
SUNDOWNERS? OR A DAY TUBING AND LOUNGING UP THE RIVER?
We have got you covered - and oh, do we do it in style! Take a trip up in our ski boat. Enjoy either beautiful sundowners or a morning up the gorgeous Keurbooms River. We offer packages that can include your own skipper, drinks, and some snacks.
BOAT TRIPS
SUNDOWNERS? OR A DAY TUBING AND LOUNGING UP THE RIVER?
We have got you covered - and oh, do we do it in style! Take a trip up in our ski boat. Enjoy either beautiful sundowners or a morning up the gorgeous Keurbooms River. We offer packages that can include your own skipper, drinks, and some snacks.
SUNDOWNERS? OR A DAY TUBING AND LOUNGING UP THE RIVER?
BOAT TRIPS
We have got you covered - and oh, do we do it in style! Take a trip up in our ski boat. Enjoy either beautiful sundowners or a morning up the gorgeous Keurbooms River. We offer packages that can include your own skipper, drinks, and some snacks.
PICNICS
Pick a basket menu, let the team know, and we will drop off your basket (fully kitted with blanket and all). Explore the Island and find some of our hidden gems and make some memories. Don’t forget to tag us in the beautiful pictures you will take!
Our basket comes packed with goodies. Each picnic basket comes with a selection of local snacks that are best catered for two. Majority of the items are packed in small glass jars (120 ml).
MASSAGES WITH CAIRE
ENJOY A MASSAGE ON STANEY ISLAND.
CHOOSE BETWEEN SWEDISH, HOT STONE OR SPORTS MASSAGE
We have partnered up with Claire Kula and her team to bring a selection of massage packages to the Island to ensure you get the full experience of the tranquility of the island. Claire, a fellow femme entrepreneur, born raised in in Plett’s Kwanokuthula, specialises in massage therapy. She saw a niche gap in the market toppled with her experience created the mobile massage spa. We hope to support her and her team by providing an opportunity for guests to get the holistic experience that they will never forget and, with Claire’s special touch, a luxurious experience is promised.
According to Claire, everyone needs to fully enjoy the diversity and beauty of Plett and therefore one needs to be in harmony with the peaceful atmosphere that the Garden Route embodies. And we believe Stanley Island and Claires team can do just that. Enjoy a sixty minute, ninety minute or a two hour massage package either in the comfort of your beautifully designed room or find a hidden space on the island. All you have to do is book and we will arrange the rest.
If you would like to read more about Claire’s journey - please click here.
HONEYMOON PACKAGE
These are our honeymoon suites and we have a surprise for you. We know the stress of arranging a wedding so we decided that we can help you with the planning of your honeymoon. Enjoy a stopover on the Garden Route or spend a few days exploring what we have to offer. This package includes accommodation, breakfast, a couple massage, dinner f and boat cruise and picnic up the Keurbooms River.
THE PACKAGE OFFERING
BREAKFAST FOR TWO
We ave selection of our favourite types of breakfast that you can choose from:
SUMMER LOVIN'
Choc Smoothie Bowl - Searching for something berry good? Look no further. Chocolate Wazoogle | Almond Milk | Banana | Chocolate Granola Topping | Fruit Toppings
BERGVLIET SPECIAL
The O.G. farmhouse breakfast - 2 Eggs | Toast | Sausage| Bacon | Mushroom| Tomatoes| Cheese
AVO SMASH
Avo on Toast - Avo | Sour Dough | Chili | Pepper | Lime
PRIVATE RIVER CRUISE
Spend your morning or afternoon exploring the Whiskey Creek as we go up the Keurbooms River. Book the boat with your skipper who will dock off at one of the sand banks for some drinks, sun tanning and swimming. Maybe find a spot for your picnic.
PICNIC
We will drop off your basket (fully kitted with a blanket and all). Explore the Island and find some of our hidden gems and make some memories. Don’t forget to tag us!
Majority of the items packed in small glass jars (120 ml). Crackers | Camembert cheese | Olives | Something Sweet | Fig Preservatives | Mixed Nuts | Water.
DINNER FOR TWO @ OUR NEW RESTAURANT
Enjoy a romantic dinner at our new restaurant, Stowaway. This includes a sharing platter for two , a mains and a cocktail.
COUPLE MASSAGE
We have teamed up with Claire and her team.
Enjoy a sixty minute couple massage. You can choose a Swedish Massage, Hot Stone Massage or Sports Massage:
SWEDISH MASSAGE
This is a whole-body therapeutic massage that works the soft tissues to create a calming and balancing effect on the nervous system.
HOT STONE MASSAGE
Enjoy a therapeutic full body massage using aromatherapy oils and warm stones to relieve deep muscle tension. The warmth of the stones helps your muscles to soothe aches and pains, leaving you feeling rejuvenated.
SPORTS MASSAGE
Searching for something to release and reduce tension in your muscles? We have the solution for you. Enjoy a sixty minute Sports Massage. A Sport Massage focuses on enhancing the flow of blood to tissues bringing oxygen to cells which aids healing. It can further reduce the presence of oedema in muscles that can reduce muscle soreness. So for all the athletes coming to join us - take a break and have a massage.
VENUE HIRE
LOOKING FOR A SPACE TO CELEBRATE - LOOK NO FURTHER
We offer some beautiful spaces for your celebrations - birthdays, weddings and anything in between. We offer unique venue hires all over the island, whether it is near the wildlife or on the beach. We love nothing more than creating unique experiences.
COLLABORATIONS
We believe that local is lekker and have collaborated with numerous up-and-coming brands. Contact us if you are interested in purchasing some of the decor or amenities.
WHAT'S ON
Check out what is happening this month on Stanley Island. We have an array of activities and specials each month.
ISLAND BEACH BAR
Our iconic pop up bar the Island Beach Bar will be opening from Dec 2024
WATCH THIS SPACE
NEW SPOTS OPEN
Plett is booming with some new spots to check out:
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Market Off Main is back with a new venue overlooking the Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy some shopping, coffee and food with a view.
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Looking for some shopping - Check out Little Victory Clothing, thrift and vintage shop new spot.
PICNIC MENU
We have gone completely local with our new picnic menu.
Our selection includes
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O For Olives from Prince Albert in the Karoo
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Nutty Bar for something sweet from George
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Biltong from a local and up and coming butcher
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Freshly made Roosterkoek made on the island
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A Cheese Selection from the Knysna Cheeseman
COLLAB WITH TEBOGOGO PIN-PIN + JUSTINAH MISSJLEJES
We were given the most amazing opportunity to work with South African content creators Tebogogo Pin-Pin and Justinah Missjlejes. Enjoy the blog written up about Stanley Island on Western Cape Experiences and what you can do on the Island.
WHERE TO NEXT?
We know the Garden Route and R62 is iconic, but have you ever thought about taking a detour to a little town in the Karoo, Prince Albert. Enjoy the majestic route that goes through Meiringspoort pass into the Swartberg mountain range.
