In Toto Retreat

In Toto welcomes you to retreat to our individually styled six room guest house located in the heart of the Garden Route, an iconic tourism destination in South Africa. Relax and meet other guests in our courtyard or at the breakfast table. Reconnect with family and friends and enjoy a “braai” or a home-made pizza evening around the large round table under the vines of our courtyard veranda when you book In Toto for your exclusive use. We are situated in the tranquil town of Sedgefield on the shores of the Swartvlei Estuary, one of a series of lakes located in the Wilderness area of the Garden Route National Park. Slow down and chill on one of the four beaches within easy reach, at the pool deck or take a slow paddle in one of our canoes or stand up paddle boards on the Swartvlei Lagoon. Explore the many wonders of nature right on our doorstep, whether hiking, biking, birding, taking a scenic drive or snorkeling to find the Knysna Seahorse. Active adventurers can indulge in adrenalin filled activities including paragliding, kite surfing, surfing or bungy jumping from the Bloukrans Bridge. Meet local artists and artisans, farmers, chefs, crafters and storytellers at the popular Saturday Wild Oats Community Farmers Market, the Scarab Village Craft Market, Mosaic Village and Outdoor Market and Timberlake Village. We strive to be a leader in regenerative tourism leaving footprints that positively impact on the Garden Route for future visitors and generations. We buy our supplies from local businesses and partner with like-minded people and organisations actively working to revitalise and regenerate our environment, local communities and economies. We look forward to welcoming you to an all-encompassing ‘In Toto’ stay on the Garden Route!

Area Info

In Toto Retreat is situated 6 km from Swartvlei Beach and Myoli Beach, 7 km from Cola Beach and Groenvlei Lake, 14 km from SANParks Rondevlei Bird Hide, 20 km from Wilderness National Park, 29 km from Knysna and George, and 43 km from George Airport.

Units and Rooms

Swartvlei Suite

Guests: 2

Enjoy sweeping views of the Swartvlei lagoon from the balcony. Spacious suite with king-size bed (twin on request), en-suite bath and shower. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, kettle and bar fridge.

Goliath Heron Suite

Guests: 2

Enjoy partial views of the Swartvlei lagoon, the forested dune and stunning sunsets from the balcony. Spacious suite with king-size bed, en-suite bath and shower. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, kettle and bar fridge.

Seahorse Suite

Guests: 2

Opening onto the central courtyard and pool, this ground floor suite is furnished with a king-size bed, and has an en-suite bath and shower. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, kettle and bar fridge. The suite features a private patio.

Strelitzia Studio

Guests: 3

Spacious ground floor suite has a private patio with braai (barbeque). Furnished with a king-size bed and sleeper couch. En-suite shower. A fully equipped kitchenette for optional self-catering. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi.

Yellowwood Room

Guests: 2

Spacious room with garden view, furnished with a king-size bed and walk-in closet. Bathroom with couple shower, two basins and bath. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, kettle and bar fridge.

Outeniqua Room

Guests: 2

Spacious room with garden view, furnished with a king-size bed (twin optional) and a comfortable reading chair. Bathroom with shower/bath combination. A flat screen TV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, kettle and bar fridge.