The Nautilus Treehouse

The Nautilus House — Private Bohemian Treehouse in South Cape DC, South Africa

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2 baths

Just a 1-hour drive to Tsitsikamma National Park

Escape to a bohemian-inspired sanctuary just a scenic 20-minute drive from Plettenberg Bay. The Nautilus House is a private family home perched with sweeping views over the indigenous Tsitsikamma forest, where mornings are filled with curious bird life and the promise of peaceful adventures.

💫 What Makes It Special:

• Panoramic forest and mountain views

• Wood-fired kol-kol tub for starlit soaks

• Large decks for long lazy lunches, moonlit dinners, and sunset drinks

• Pizza oven and braai for unforgettable meals

• Private eco-estate setting, tucked away for ultimate tranquility

🛏️ The Space:

• Two self-catering units for privacy:

  • Upstairs main unit: ideal for couples

  • Downstairs unit: available when booking for 3+ guests or multiple families

• Entire house is private — no one else can access the property during your stay

• Strong Wi-Fi for remote work or streaming while surrounded by nature

• Perfect for families, friends, or two couples sharing a getaway

• Easy access to nearby beaches, hiking trails, restaurants, wine farms, wildlife sanctuaries, and activities

🌿 Guest Access & Notes:

• The entire property is yours when booked

• Vervet monkeys occasionally visit — please don’t leave fruit/food unattended or feed them

• Located 4 km on a gravel road — accessible by sedan, but can be bumpy at times

• Units are private and can’t be booked separately

✨ A Calm Quest Moment
Picture sipping your morning coffee on the deck as sunlight filters through the Tsitsikamma forest, or soaking in the wood-fired kol-kol tub under a blanket of stars. Enjoy a leisurely pizza or braai with loved ones, while the sounds of birdsong and rustling leaves create a serene soundtrack. Every moment at The Nautilus House encourages slowing down, reconnecting with nature, and savoring peaceful, restorative experiences.

Whether you’re wandering forest trails, unwinding under the stars in the kol-kol tub, or enjoying a slow lunch on the deck, The Nautilus House is the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and nature’s magic — a home you’ll want to return to again and again.