IN a world gone mad, we have to look for every glimmer of light wherever we can find it. Last week I spent a night at Tintswalo Atlantic. The winter staycation offer included a bottle of Graham Beck bubbly; I was also able to enjoy a spectacular lunch by Chefs Warehouse.
Sadly, mere days later, those two elements have been snatched away but it’s not all bad news. With international travel restrictions still in place, locals have every opportunity to take advantage of special offers. And just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean it’s not a good time to sneak off for a romantic or relaxing (or both) getaway.
At the foot of the mountain, Tintswalo Atlantic could hardly get closer to the ocean if it tried. I was enchanted and mesmerised by the stormy seas and the incoming tide crashing over rocks, and filled my camera roll with videos, pics, slow motion videos, with a glass of bubbly (sorry) and without. Via a series of umbrellas held aloft, I was shown to the new private Residents’ Lounge for a welcome tipple. Formerly at the entrance to the hotel, it’s now right at the end of the walkway, past the suites, and a pleasant space to work or relax with a book after you’ve checked out your suite but don’t have to be anywhere in a hurry. A small massage room has been added too; you can have your treatment there or in your room.
Sicily is, like the man said, impressive. It’s decorated in soft seashell hues, and like every other suite, it has a deck overlooking the sea and a fireplace. This deck also has a swing. The waves break literally just below that at high tide and at about 5am I deeply regretted my decision to sleep with the sliding doors open because, boy, that relentless sea is incredibly loud when it’s only metres away. They call it white noise but I think they mean it to be a lot softer and a lot more restful than the Atlantic under a full moon just after solstice in the middle of a cold front.
The Tintswalo Atlantic Graham Beck Winter Staycation offer includes luxurious overnight accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, with special treat add-ons of a complimentary bottle of Graham Beck Pinot Noir Rosé MCC on arrival (when lockdown levels allow), a delicious dessert of Lemon Pie to share, and a 30-minute massage per suite booked.
In celebration of Tintswalo Atlantic’s daily sunset spectacular, the offer furthermore includes complimentary sunset canapés and the cocktail of the day. The Graham Beck Winter Staycation SA Residents rate is R4975 for two people sharing per night, valid until the end of August 2021. Weekends require a minimum stay of two nights. Lunches and dinners are not included in the package.
Individually themed and decorated, eight Islands Suites and a two-bedroom Presidential Suite offer glorious views across the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Named after some of the world’s most famous islands, from Robben Island and Zanzibar, to Corsica and Sicily, the guest suites are spacious, each with its own private deck and a lounge area with a wood-burning fireplace. En-suite bathrooms have walk-in showers, dual basins and deep Victorian baths with a selection of fragrant soaps and pampering bath products, as well as fluffy gowns and slippers for cosy nights next to the fire.
The private Residents’ Lounge is decorated with a touch of glamour, and includes a fireplace, as well as outdoor seating under the Milkwood trees. It leads to the Massage Room and a heated plunge pool with a sundeck and loungers overlooking the Atlantic Ocean where on sunny days, guests may daydream and soak up the rays.
Tintswalo’s SA Residents Special offer is valid until December 19, 2021. It’s the same rate of R4975 per room per night (for two people sharing) and includes accommodation, breakfast, sunset canapés and cocktail of the day, wifi, and a welcome bottle of wine on arrival (when permitted). The offer excludes unspecified meals and beverages, transfers, excursions, mini bar and any other items of a personal nature.
A conservation levy of R200 per person per stay charged from March 1, 2021
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