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 — 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 Wi‑Fi, 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 you’re 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 — 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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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!!
WOW !!!!! What an absolute pleasure to spend a weekend in Plett at this exquisite facility !!! Beautifully appointed ,decor out of this world !!! Staff are BRILLIANT ....so friendly... read more and helpful with a permanent 'smile on their dial' !!! Breakfast was outstanding. Great pool area to relax ,swim and just enjoy a great breakaway ! We loved our room and the common areas. Parking absolutely secure and security top notch !!! We will definitely be back there as soon as possible ! I could not recommend a facility more highly. Thanks to all for a long weekend of a lifetime !!!
From the moment we arrived Megan, the Hostess with the mostest greeted us with a warm smile, showed me where to safely park then invited us to our room. I... read more cannot emphasize enough the friendliness and helpfulness of Megan, nothing is too much trouble for her to ensure every guest experiences a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Every morning Megan is there to ensure you have whatever you wish, Breakfasts are individually cooked to order, within reason, everything you wish you get.
One word about this Guest House, "WOWEE".
Good sized pool with loungers all around, some in the sun some in dappled shade, very easy access to rooms via a sloping deck to full wooden decking surrounding the pool area. Security is tops, doors may be left open at nights with a lockable security gate.
Megan is "The Long Story", without her input the ratings would tumble. She is frequently around and always willing, without being intrusive, to suggest trips and to make bookings for evening meals. Megan is an encyclopedia of local knowledge.
If I were able to honour her with a medal for helpfulness and sociability, it would be a solid gold one.
We spent 3 glorious weeks here in December. The BnB has been newly renovated from top to toe. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the whole atmosphere was wonderful. We... read more stayed in the Middle room, which was HUGE, quiet and extremely comfortable. The level of home comforts could be seen in every detail.
The location was great with lots of trees and birds, just a short walk to the beach, in a safe neighbourhood. The breakfast was excellent, and Evans and Charles were friendly and very helpful.
Superb all-round experience and total relaxation. We can not speak highly enough of our stay here. 2 thumbs up.
house ! Impeccably clean rooms and tasteful decor.The staff's hospitality was unmatched, offering great local recommendations and the location was ideal—close to the beach and attractions. A genuine home away... read more from home in Plettenberg Bay. Highly recommend!
We stayed at the long story guest house and had the warmest welcome from the most friendly man, Evans, helping with bags and offering drinks. This made us feel comfy... read more and at home instantly! The pool was a highlight and the home is perfectly located! The breakfast was amazing and had the most incredible stay! Cheers and till next time
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 at Long Story in Jan 2019 and enjoyed it so much that we went back with 3 other couples in February this year. We were not disappointed, Meg... read more and her staff could not have looked after us better.
The rooms are great, the sun loungers luxurious, the beach is a short walk, the breakfasts are fantastic and Meg cannot do enough for her guests.
Hopefully we will be back.
I cannot say enough good things about this place! It was our favorite place that we stayed during our 3 week visit to South Africa. The charm, cleanliness, and attention... read more to detail were impressive! The bed was so comfortable, the bathroom huge, and breakfast each morning was fabulous. A big thanks to Evan for taking great care of us! We have saved the location of this guest house so we can tell all our friends about it when they visit SA.
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.