A selection of stories from publications around the world, exploring the estate’s approach to hospitality, architecture and interiors, alongside its connection to the landscape and equestrian life.
“With its ten suites and cottages, it feels more like a private estate than a hotel.”
“At Tamodi Estate & Polo Reserve, the interiors unfold as an extension of the landscape: tactile, tonal and designed to slow the pace. […] It is a subtle realignment of luxury: less about statement, more about atmosphere.”
“Nature takes center stage, and the rhythm of the days seems to be set by calm and the distant neighing of horses. Mornings begin with generous breakfasts accompanied by the songs of endemic birds, while afternoons are devoted to horseback rides, forest walks and South African wine tastings at sunset.”
“If you’re driving South Africa’s Garden Route, there’s a brand-new coastal stay to consider. Encircled by the lush slopes of the Tsitsikamma mountain range, the new Tamodi Estate & Polo Reserve has opened in Plettenberg Bay.”
“A palette of natural tones and organic textures runs throughout, in dialogue with the architecture and local materials such as stone, wood and clay, shaping interiors that feel authentic and deeply rooted in their surroundings.”
“A sanctuary of natural elegance, where polo culture, soulful retreat and untamed beauty come together.”
“Between the tradition of polo and the rustic sophistication of the interiors, Tamodi Estate & Polo Reserve has recast itself as a retreat where sophistication is derived from the harmony of the space, the curation of prestigious events and its profound connection with the untamed beauty of South African nature.”
“Design is, above all, an act of care —for place, for time, and for the kind of calm that makes a stay truly memorable.”
“Positioned between the Robberg Peninsula and the protected natural areas of Kiaruna and Annex Arch Rock, Tamodi remains largely under the radar. With just ten guest suites, the property feels closer to a private retreat than a traditional hotel.”
“Tamodi Estate & Polo Reserve is a sprawling sanctuary on South Africa’s Western Cape. London’s Studio Ashby took charge of the interiors, creating sleek communal spaces (the pool, library, and serene terraces) and ten suites filled with natural textures.”
“The project’s core philosophy is one of unhurried connection, and its design is free from unnecessary embellishment.”
“Set above the pristine coastline of South Africa’s Garden Route, Tamodi Estate & Polo Reserve is more than a destination, it’s a way of being.”
“From almost every corner, the mountains rise again, a constant frame to the house, the grounds, and the movement of horses across the fields. […] Horses graze or trot past, their hooves occasionally clattering against stone steps or wooden decks.”
“Getting here requires intention, and that distance becomes an integral part of the experience.”[…]“The guiding principle is not guest turnover, but the quality of the time guests spend here.”
