Simala retreat goes above and beyond expectations. The small touches are what guests notice. The perfectly folded blankets, the sparkling clean floors, the shower soap which is eco & vegan and the chocolate on the counter. You can see a lot of love has gone into the creation of Simala retreat. The accommodation is exceptionally beautiful and it is obvious an interior designer was used in the creation of the space. If you are sensitive to design like I am this place is for you. Each item in the house has a style purpose which makes a space which is incredible to be in but also practical and comfortable. Outside, the accommodation is surrounded by forest and open lakes and is a true bush setting retreat.
The retreat instantly relaxes you too. Sitting by the log fire and watching the bird play through the trees just made me instantly happy. The bed was comfortable, the sheets soft and the heater made us forget how freezing it was outside. The kitchen had everything you needed to cook, we made breakfast and dinner each night. The TV has Netflix which was great. My partner and I spent each night laying on the really comfy couch watching movies while it poured with rain outside. There is complementary yoga/meditation for guests at the wellbeing studio. These times may change but when I was there in JuIy it was 8:30am Sat and 9am Sunday. Also, if you needed breakfast made for you they can do this too. You would have to contact the hosts as it would be an additional charge but I heard the breakfast is amazing. I have now convinced my parents and friends that there is no where else you should stay down south. Thank you for creating a retreat which is so eco friendly but also beautiful. We will be back