Aerial view of Dune Beach House on the green dune above Wilderness Beach, with the Wilderness hills behind

Wilderness · Garden Route · South AfricaA slower kind of seaside stay.

Wake to the ocean. Make yourself at home.

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Room to slow down.

Thoughtfully designed rooms, with natural textures and ocean-kissed views. Each space invites you to unwind, breathe and simply be present.

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Sea Sand Room with a teal buttoned headboard, mustard throw and doors open to the balcony
Stay

Seven rooms. One ocean.

Six of our rooms face the sea, and the seventh — the Africa Room — has its own sea-facing sundeck. Every room has an en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning and a private deck or balcony.

The house

Refreshingly informal. Quietly luxurious.

A beach house with direct access to the endless Wilderness Beach — bright, airy and furnished to a consistently high standard of comfort.

Direct beach access

Step from the house onto the endless Wilderness Beach and walk for miles.

Whales & dolphins

Watch them from the sea-facing rooms, the breakfast room and the beachfront sundecks.

Private pool & deck

Our private swimming pool sparkles beside a sunny timber deck.

Breakfast with a view

A full English breakfast buffet with delicious extras, served overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Thoughtful rooms

Nespresso machines, minibar fridges, gowns, beach towels and a lock-away safe in every room.

Connected & comfortable

Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and heating, and TV with DStv throughout.

Breakfast table on the covered balcony overlooking the Indian Ocean
Mornings

Breakfast with the Indian Ocean.

Start the day slowly. A full English breakfast buffet with delicious extras is served every morning in our dining room — with the waves for company.

Choose a bed-and-breakfast or a room-only rate when you book.

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From your deck

Front-row seats to the Indian Ocean.

Whales and dolphins can be seen right from our sea-facing rooms, the breakfast room and the beachfront sundecks. Dolphins are here all year round, and southern right whales visit this coast from about June to November — keep the binoculars handy.

Beautifully decorated house and rooms with a warm-hearted and relaxed atmosphere. The view from the sundeck is stunning. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Patricia & David, Austria

Thanks for a wonderful time here at Wilderness! Great service, great rooms with a really nice view and a really, really nice breakfast! It's been a pleasure to stay here, thank you very much!

Vanessa & Torsten

We had a perfect stay! This is a wonderful place with a perfect, awesome location. Thank you very much for everything.

Nina & Davis, Germany

Another wonderful stay — top quality. Breakfasts superb. Weather brilliant. Fishing… maybe next time!

Nigel & Bev, South Africa

Lovely guesthouse, lovely room, lovely view, lovely breakfast.

June & Neil, United Kingdom

Yet another lovely stay at the Dune Guest Lodge. Thank you Gary, Wilna and all. We love all the new renovations, pool area and our aqua room! We will return.

Sue & Andy Brown, United Kingdom

What a beautiful guesthouse! We enjoyed every minute. Thank you very much!

Christine & Molger, Germany
Beach umbrella on Wilderness Beach, seen through the dune bushes
Explore

Wilderness, on your doorstep.

Between the lakes, the forest and the sea, Wilderness is one of the Garden Route's most beautiful corners — and the beach is right there.

  • Wilderness BeachSunrise walks and sundowners
    On our doorstep
  • Kingfisher forest trailsA waterfall hike in the national park
    ≈ 5 min
  • Map of Africa viewpointBig views and paragliding
    ≈ 10 min
  • KnysnaThe lagoon, the Heads and oysters
    ≈ 40 min
Things to do in Wilderness
Find us

In the heart of Wilderness.

George Airport ≈ 20 min George ≈ 15 min Knysna ≈ 40 min

Dune Beach House

31 Die Duin, Wilderness

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dune Beach House?

We're right on Wilderness Beach at 31 Die Duin, Wilderness, on South Africa's Garden Route — about 15 minutes from George and roughly 20 minutes from George Airport.

Do all the rooms have sea views?

Six of our seven rooms face the sea. The Africa Room faces the garden and has its own private sea-facing sundeck, so every room comes with an ocean view of its own.

Is breakfast included?

A full English breakfast buffet with delicious extras is served every morning in our ocean-view dining room. When you book online you can choose a bed-and-breakfast rate or a room-only rate.

How much does a room cost per night?

Rates are per room, per night, in South African rand. Book direct with us and you pay 10% less than our normal rate, from R3,420 a night. For two guests with breakfast, book-direct rates are R4,410 for the White, Sea Breeze, Sea Sand and Beach rooms, R4,320 for the Ocean and Shell rooms and R3,780 for the Africa Room. See all rates.

Can we see whales and dolphins from the guesthouse?

Yes — whales and dolphins can be seen directly from the sea-facing rooms, the dining room and the beachfront sundecks. Dolphins can be seen throughout the year, and southern right whales are usually seen along this coast from about June to November.

Is there a swimming pool?

Yes. Our private swimming pool sits beside a sunny timber deck — and the beach is right there too.

What's in the rooms?

Every room has an en-suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and heating, TV with DStv, a minibar fridge, a Nespresso machine, a tea and coffee tray, gowns, a lock-away safe and beach towels.

Do you have twin beds?

Yes. The Beach Room can be made up as a twin with two three-quarter beds, and the White Room has two extra-length double beds.

How do I book?

Book online for live availability and secure booking, or call or WhatsApp +27 83 941 1149, or email info@dunebeachhouse.co.za and we'll gladly help. Booking direct with us saves you 10% on our normal rates.

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Book direct and save 10% on our normal rates. Check live availability and book securely online — or get in touch and we'll gladly help you plan your stay.

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