Welcome to The Long Story Boutique Guesthouse in Plettenberg Bay, offering eco-friendly rooms, modern comfort, and a peaceful garden setting just minutes from Robberg Beach and the Nature Reserve β the perfect base to explore the beauty of the Garden Route.
This intimate and luxurious boutique guesthouse will make you feel comfortable and completely at home. Open for 8 years and fully renovated in 2020, The Long Story offers a unique Garden Route experience with authentic South African hospitality.
Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake to birdsong. The Long Story Boutique Guesthouse offers four spacious en-suite suites and a private villa with a kitchenette, lounge, dining area, heated pool, and outdoor shower. Each room is uniquely styled with modern amenities, including WiβFi, smart TV, a tea and coffee station, a mini fridge, linen gowns, and daily housekeeping.
The Long Story Boutique Guesthouse is the perfect intimate setting for your next vacation in Plettenberg Bay.
Enjoy beautifully styled en-suite rooms, a heated pool, tranquil gardens, and personalised hospitality that makes your stay truly memorable.
Whether youβre here for a weekend getaway or an extended retreat, our boutique guesthouse in Plettenberg Bay offers a unique, home-away-from-home experience.
Each room at The Long Story Guesthouse blends style and comfort. From cosy en-suites to spacious suites with garden views, our rooms are perfect for couples, solo travellers, and small groups.
Amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi, eco-friendly facilities, and a heated pool β everything you need for a relaxing stay in Plettenberg Bay.



Guests at our boutique guesthouse in Plettenberg Bay can explore the best of the Garden Route just minutes away. Walk the scenic trails of Robberg Nature Reserve, relax on pristine beaches, or enjoy local dining and boutique shopping.
Plan your visit to Plettenberg Bay and experience the charm of The Long Story Boutique Guesthouse. Book your stay today to enjoy direct booking benefits, personalised service, and a memorable escape along the Garden Route.
Evans and Colnes are our trusted husband and wife staff team. They have been working at Long Story for over 4 years. They will greet you upon arrival at Long Story and assist with any luggage upon request. They will show you to your rooms and once you have settled in, they will prepare your breakfasts in the morning and do housekeeping.
If you need any laundry done, they will gladly assist. They are always willing to go the extra mile to make your stay memorable. They help with anything that comes up during their time here so don’t hesitate to ask them if there is something that needs to be done or if you are having trouble with any of the amenities at the guest house.
Through the years that we have been operating as a bespoke luxury guesthouse, many of our guests have returned again and again. Have a look at all our recent reviews and feel free to write your own to let us know how your stay at The Long Story Guest House was, or send any photos you would like to share with us!
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Thank you Megan for your fantastic hospitality. We really enjoyed our dinner together with the other geusts. The atmosphere and service were outstandig. The rooms are very good and of... read more course the breakfast is a sensation. The location was perfect for us.
We spent 5 nights at Long Story. The house's name gives you a hint of how long you should stay. Our stay was too short.
We stayed in the Middle... read more Room. It was comfortable and well ventilated. Staying at LS you have the impression that the owners are professional and that they understand what guests would like, more than need. Many guest houses are not as good as home. LS has small luxuries, you probably don't have at home.
Charles and Evans make delicious 5 star breakfasts and will bring you a drink when you are beside the pool. Noting is too much trouble for Charles and Evans.
The towels and linen are always fresh. Everything is spotlessly clean.
The house is about 150m from Robberg Beach. From the house to the rocks at Robberg and back, is about 6 km. We walked every day at low tide. The beach closest to the house has a lifeguard and good swimming.
The shops are nearby and we braaied and prepared salads.
We had the pleasure of being entertained by Chereen and Wayne, who are charming hosts. if you meet them you will understand why such thought has gone into the house.
We will go back for 15 days in a few months time.
Our four night stay at Long Story was magical from start to finish. Meg is such a lovely person, nothing is too much trouble and she makes you feel so... read more welcome and relaxed.
Freshly squeezed orange juice, breakfasts cooked as you like it and freshly made breads and cakes. Table laid ready if you want to chill out and eat during the day or in the evenings. Lovely surprise of Prosecco and cakes for birthday treat too.
Meg has a wealth of knowledge and recommends some of the nicest places to visit and eat. Beautiful Robberg beach only 5min walk away too.
This is the perfect place to stay in Plettenberg Bay - safe and lovely gardens and warm pool - we will definitely return here and book well in advance.
Thankyou Megan and staff for making our stay in Plettenberg Bay so special
What a wonderful BnB. This was a return visit for us and everything was again amazing. Our walks to the beach each morning , the fantastic breakfast that awaits us... read more on our return. Evans is always so willing to go the extra mile, even our dogs get blankets and biscuits for breakfast. We will definitely be back again.
I can't imagine there is a better guest house in Plett. Meg and her team really looked after us. The location is excellent.... quiet residential area just back from the... read more beach. The house itself is immaculately clean and the gardens well tended. Breakfast was great. We didn't eat at the Longstory in the evenings (out with friends) but it always smelt tempting. Meg was a great source of local wine from her secret cupboard!! We were in a room called "twist in the tail", slightly separate from the main building in the garden. We loved the privacy and the patio to sit out on watching the stars.
A really unforgettable stay. Thank you Meg and Team!!
Not only is this a superb location but allot more.. Nothing short of a 5 star expeience... each room is specifically designed to suit your every need! A well... read more laid out comfortable housee with privacy and functionality all in one. Super hosts nothing out of reach and certainly going the extra mile comes to mind. Sensational freshly squeesed juices & breakfast to start th day! Any requests from freshly caught sea food to the most sensational South African steaks were taken care of.as well as best advise and recomendations on daily activities as well as the best restaurants in town. With the most golden beaches 2 blocks away it makes for no real need to travel to far. A stong recommendation when viaiting this part of the Garden Route.... More
We had the most comfortable room and delicious breakfast. Everything was perfect and we had a wonderful time in Plett. Evans was so helpful and made sure we had everything... read more we needed. On one of the nights we were invited to have dinner with the owners which was really amazing.
We stayed in Long Story for a few days on a leg of our first trip to South Africa. Simply put, itβs a little haven of luxury. Beautiful decor throughout,... read more the rooms and facilities are spotless and very comfortable. The bed was glorious! The pool ( which was heated) area and garden is beautifully crafted and very relaxing ( watch out for the rubber snakes! π).The staff ( Evans and Isaac) were very caring, attentive and kind. Breakfast was excellent and always served with a smile. The location is perfect as it is a few minutes walk to the stunning beach. It was an absolute treat and will highly recommend. Thank you so much Chereen and Wayne for a very memorable time. We will be back! More
A perfect family holiday. My 2 daughters (teenagers) absolutely loved the location - walking distance to the beach. The rooms have utilized the space extremely well, making you feel... read more at home. They are also beautifully decorated which appealed to me!
The pool area gives off the perfect holiday vibes. Evans and his incredible team are amazing, ensuring every need is met with a smile and willingness to please. Breakfast is an absolute treat - highly recommend the french toast!! We are already planning our next trip to The Long Story Guest House
Without a doubt the best guest house we have EVER stayed in! Meg has decorated her home beautifully, creating a relaxed beach house vibe, but luxurious at the same time.... read more She was so friendly and helpful during our stay. The breakfast prepared daily was simply delicious! From the homemade granola with beautiful fresh fruit, to the pancakes with mascarpone and banana bread...it was all to die for!
The location is very convenient, just a short 5 min walk to the local beach.
All in all, absolutely nothing we could fault. Thank you.
We are fully equipped for any circumstances and have put in place many protocols and backup systems to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. We try to be as sustainable as possible and have provided a water tank and a generator to be as accommodating as possible.
We also have a lovely herb and veggie garden available to all guest to pick fresh ingredients from for their next meal. Besides this, fresh and organic eggs are also available to all guests.
We have all necessary COVID-19 protocols in place to ensure your safety and a comfortable stay.