Sandals, a thatched roof lodge decorated in an Afro-Caribbean style, is set amongst lush indigenous milk wood trees. The palm fringed pool, fully licensed pool bar, restaurant all create a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. Our spacious 10 bedrooms have baths, showers, extra length beds, private decks or patios and all the modern comforts. Merely an hour’s drive from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), one and a half an hour from Big Five Private Game Reserves, 150 metres from the main beach and within walking distance of quaint village shops, 18 hole golf course, restaurants, tennis and squash courts.

Sandals cuisine embraces South Africa’s rich natural abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish and shellfish. Sample imaginative local and international dishes infused with Caribbean, Spice Island, African and Indian flavours … capturing the essence of South African cuisine.

Besides our extraordinary levels of friendliness, service and attention, we at Sandals always strive to ensure that your stay with us will be an unforgettable pleasure, whether you are on holiday or enjoying a romantic getaway.

St. Francis Bay, the pretty holiday village, lies 100 km from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), at the mouth of the Kromme River. The architecture of the place is one of its kind in South Africa with all the houses having thatch roofs – except for the area at the harbour which is built in a Mediterranean style.

St. Francis Bay is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts: It boasts sandy beaches and ideal conditions for surfing. In season, August to October, whales can be seen daily in the Bay of St. Francis. Many holiday homes were built at the numerous canals from where one can get to the Kromme River by boat. The Harbour is the centre of the calamari fishing and starting point for deep sea fishing trips.

About 10 kilometres south of St. Francis Bay lies Cape St. Francis with its impressive lighthouse built in 1878, which is open to visitors. Also, one can have beautiful walks through the fynbos landscape offering various trails, climb between the rocks and watch the enormous breakers in awe.

Come and experience our unique atmosphere in laid-back luxury, just 150 metres from breathtaking beaches.