"Would like to thank Bridget for a great weekend we really enjoyed ourselves great hospitality. Not to forget Orrin for a great chat and warm welcome."

"the area and venue of Riders Rest B&B is beautiful and tranquil.
Riders Rest B&B is exactly what we saw on the internet, the room was beautiful and exactly what we expected.
Maggie was very accommodating and knowledgeable of the area and she took care of us very well.
I would recommend i..."

"the area and venue of Riders Rest B&B is beautiful and tranquil.
Riders Rest B&B is exactly what we saw on the internet, the room was beautiful and exactly what we expected.
Maggie was very accommodating and knowledgeable of the area and she took care of us very well.
I would recommend it to anyone who wants to pay Port Alfred a visit and I would go there again."

"A warm welcome, rooms where well equipped and close by to all amenities will definitely come back."

"I have stayed at this establishment before and had a good stay. I have no complaints at all."

"Riders Rest B&B situated as you come into Port Alfred and near shops, restaurants and small boat harbour area. The Riders Rest B&B invites you in with friendly staff and an almost rustic rough and antique decor. The area outside the room is fitted with an outside lounge suite to relax and enjoy the..."

"Riders Rest B&B situated as you come into Port Alfred and near shops, restaurants and small boat harbour area. The Riders Rest B&B invites you in with friendly staff and an almost rustic rough and antique decor. The area outside the room is fitted with an outside lounge suite to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surrounding garden and Port Alfred itself.

The room which is fitted with a full en suite bathroom with a combination of serene cool white and rustic decor providing with a pillow propped double bed, fridge, TV, cupboards, fan and heater if necessary.

Breakfast was out of this world for me with a choice of yoghurt, various cereals, bread/toast, and a cooked breakfast of eggs, tomato, sausage, bacon and mushrooms. and of course filter coffee. Well worth it. Wish we had been able to stay for a longer period. Definitely a next time."

"The room and setting were super, Margie is lovely and we had a super chat with her!
The only thing we found is that our room was close to the kitchen/dining room so there was no chance of sleeping late, once breakfast was being made! This was a minor issue and we would not hesitate to return! more

"The room and setting were super, Margie is lovely and we had a super chat with her!
The only thing we found is that our room was close to the kitchen/dining room so there was no chance of sleeping late, once breakfast was being made! This was a minor issue and we would not hesitate to return!
Thank you it was wonderful!"

"I had a good stay at Riders Rest. It's neat and clean. I will be returning there soon. I recommend them to others."

"Everything was okay at Riders Rest so I can definitely recommend them to other people."

"I had a wonderful time at Riders Rest and would most definitely recommend the place to others."

"I loved my stay at Riders Rest. Friendly staff and stunning views. I would definitely go back!"

"Riders Rest in Port Alfred provided a relaxing, quaint, private and comfortable weekend getaway for two. The surroundings are peaceful and the rooms are perfect in size and make one feel comfortable. Also a great breakfast in the morning! All in all, a fantastic weekend spot that does not burn your ..."

"Riders Rest in Port Alfred provided a relaxing, quaint, private and comfortable weekend getaway for two. The surroundings are peaceful and the rooms are perfect in size and make one feel comfortable. Also a great breakfast in the morning! All in all, a fantastic weekend spot that does not burn your wallet."

"The time we had here was lovely. I would certainly recommend it to others and revisit when I am in the area again. I have already used the Rooms For Africa website a few times and will continue using them."

"This is a homely establishment that warmly embraces you! Rooms are tastefully furnished and comfortable. Breakfast was served by a friendly hostess who accommodated our personal preferences, both of time and content, with a smile. It works really well if you are a party comprising 2 or 3 couples - w..."

"This is a homely establishment that warmly embraces you! Rooms are tastefully furnished and comfortable. Breakfast was served by a friendly hostess who accommodated our personal preferences, both of time and content, with a smile. It works really well if you are a party comprising 2 or 3 couples - we were 2 couples - as the 3 downstairs suites are in fairly close proximity to one another; but there were other guests and we did not feel our privacy intruded upon. We enjoyed the use of a comfortable porch where we could enjoy breakfast, as well as doing our own lunches and even dinners-a little chilly though, if the wind is blowing. This is excellent value in its price range.

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"Warm, inviting, welcoming, friendly, relaxed, clean, comfortable, beautiful, quirky, reasonable, surprising, elegant, eclectic and a host of other adjectives only come close to describing our stay at this establishment!
Thank you to all at Rider's Rest, we will be seeing you again."

"I stayed with my three year old daughter at Riders Rest B&B for 4 nights and it was an absolute bliss. Estelle cooked the most delicious breakfast for us. She is an excellent hostess.The b&b has a homely environment and it is very inviting. She caters for your every need as a guest. She is very frie..."

"I stayed with my three year old daughter at Riders Rest B&B for 4 nights and it was an absolute bliss. Estelle cooked the most delicious breakfast for us. She is an excellent hostess.The b&b has a homely environment and it is very inviting. She caters for your every need as a guest. She is very friendly and welcoming I definitely got more than for my money's worth. If you want a weekend getaway in the Eastern Cape this is a place that I highly recommend you go and visit with a loved one. "

"Arriving late at Riders Rest we were met by Estelle, she was the most gracious host, who lead us to our bedroom, which was spotless and very comfortable. Estelle made sure that we had everything we needed before retiring to bed. We had a well cooked hearty breakfast and interesting conversation with..."

"Arriving late at Riders Rest we were met by Estelle, she was the most gracious host, who lead us to our bedroom, which was spotless and very comfortable. Estelle made sure that we had everything we needed before retiring to bed. We had a well cooked hearty breakfast and interesting conversation with Estelle, everything in her house has a story. By the time we left the most delightful Riders Rest, I knew I had made a very special friend. My husband and I would be more than happy to stay there again on our next visit to Port Alfred. "

"My girlfriend and I had a wonderful weekend with Estelle, she is great, caring and a mother. The breeze from the sea is full of life, the garden is amazing, the smell from the trees and flowers is wonderful. If I have to go to Port alfred again Raiders is my next stop.

Thank you Rooms for A..."

"My girlfriend and I had a wonderful weekend with Estelle, she is great, caring and a mother. The breeze from the sea is full of life, the garden is amazing, the smell from the trees and flowers is wonderful. If I have to go to Port alfred again Raiders is my next stop.

Thank you Rooms for Africa for choosing Raiders for us, I cannot express my feelings about last weekend as it became very short. I am thrilled.
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"Dit is aan genaam vriendelike atmosfeer alles is netjies en daar word moeite gedoen om jou welkom te laat voel.

(RoomsForAfrica translation)

It is a really friendly atmosphere, everything is neat and all trouble is taken to make you feel welcome.

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"We spent 2 nights at Rider's Rest B&B and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our welcome from, and further interaction with the owner, Estelle Kloppers, was very friendly and she was extremely accommodating on all fronts. We particularly appreciated being able to house our car in the garage. The fantasti..."

"We spent 2 nights at Rider's Rest B&B and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our welcome from, and further interaction with the owner, Estelle Kloppers, was very friendly and she was extremely accommodating on all fronts. We particularly appreciated being able to house our car in the garage. The fantastic full breakfast set us up for the day. Our double room with bath and separate shower was very comfortable with a french door opening onto a screened verandah with table, chairs, magazines and a comfortable sofa. The furnishings are rustic with lots of interesting knick-knacks and decorations. Very useful was the bar fridge in the room. There is no extended view but the small, secure, enclosed garden is adequate. I especially loved the small aviary with a variety of birds, including a number of quails, one sitting on eggs. The dogs and cats were also a welcome homely touch! The walk to the beach took about 5 minutes. We would certainly Rest at Rider's again! "

"What a pleasure to be welcomed into the very unusual and well kept home of Estelle and Gus. Estelle cooked and served our breakfast personally, and it was a really large breakfast. The setting is tranquil, rustic and so peaceful. Really to be recommended."

"I booked through the internet and liked the photos's and the name, not really knowing the actual place. I phoned when I arrived in town and was given instructions on how to find the establishment. My welcome was warm and I was delighted with the atmosphere. The B@ B is deligthful and the hostess is ..."

"I booked through the internet and liked the photos's and the name, not really knowing the actual place. I phoned when I arrived in town and was given instructions on how to find the establishment. My welcome was warm and I was delighted with the atmosphere. The B@ B is deligthful and the hostess is charming. I loved the feel of the property and felt at home. I recommend it to any visitor to Port Alfred."

"What a pleasant surprise - Estelle made us so welcome, it felt like we were at home.

Lovely place, champion breakfast and gracious hostess. Will definitely be back in future and will recommend to all my friends."

"We were made to feel so welcome at Rider's Rest. Estelle met us at the gate and immediately made us feel at home. We travelled with our 7 month old baby and she made the stay so comfortable and easy for us. We cannot thank her enough for the kindness she showed us. We will definitely be back when ne..."

"We were made to feel so welcome at Rider's Rest. Estelle met us at the gate and immediately made us feel at home. We travelled with our 7 month old baby and she made the stay so comfortable and easy for us. We cannot thank her enough for the kindness she showed us. We will definitely be back when next in South Africa. Oh, and the breakfast was scrumptious too!
Jodi, Paul and Caleb Morris."

"We had a long journey to reach our destination in Port Alfred, and although it was not on horseback, we did have to deal with hordes of animals on the road through the Transkei. How wonderful it was to be welcomed to Riders Rest by the vivacious and friendly Estelle! Her favourite saying was "Happy ..."

"We had a long journey to reach our destination in Port Alfred, and although it was not on horseback, we did have to deal with hordes of animals on the road through the Transkei. How wonderful it was to be welcomed to Riders Rest by the vivacious and friendly Estelle! Her favourite saying was "Happy days", but unfortunately for us it was only one happy day.

The room was great. I enjoyed the peace and tranquillity of reading my book until late on the verandah, and after a peaceful and refreshing sleep I enjoyed coffee in the garden early the next morning. We then relaxed in the dining area and chatting to Estelle while she prepared our breakfast, which was great. I can recommend Riders Rest and will certainly stay over in future."

"I loved every minute of my brief stay at this delightful, quirky establishment. Estelle has put so much of her own delightful personality into this place. I cannot think of anything that would have improved my stay...and the deep "Victorian" style bath was a bonus."

"I have stayed in many B&B's over the past few years and this is the best so far. My family had a wonderful 3 days at Rider's Rest. Estelle went out of her way to indulge us and we could not have asked for better hospitality. The breakfasts were delicious and the cosy kitchen and braai area were a..."

"I have stayed in many B&B's over the past few years and this is the best so far. My family had a wonderful 3 days at Rider's Rest. Estelle went out of her way to indulge us and we could not have asked for better hospitality. The breakfasts were delicious and the cosy kitchen and braai area were available for "self catering" so we did not have to eat out for other meals. It was really great and we hope to be able to enjoy this lovely B& B again.

PS. The dogs are charming.
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"We rang the bell at 14 Beach Crecent,
Which opened a world to us most pleasant.
We were met by a woman of extraordinary appeal,
Who showed us our room and enquired about meals.
Feeling at home we hauled in the bags
Then settled on the stoep for a few chin wags.
We found ou..."

"We rang the bell at 14 Beach Crecent,
Which opened a world to us most pleasant.
We were met by a woman of extraordinary appeal,
Who showed us our room and enquired about meals.
Feeling at home we hauled in the bags
Then settled on the stoep for a few chin wags.
We found ourselves surrounded by a gentle calm,
Not to mention tasteful luxury and country charm.
The careful attention of our dear hostess
Left us feeling like a grand Duke and Duchess.
Before we could mouth them, our requests were filled
And any praises we offered were quickly stilled.
We travelled far and wide to source the best,
And found what we were looking for in Rider’s Rest.

Our experience at Rider’s Rest was truly five-star. Not only was the accommodation superb in terms of comfort and privacy, but our hostess, Estelle, went out of her way to ensure that we had everything we needed. When we decided to braai one evening, she ensured that we had braai wood, tongs, matches, firelighters … you name it, and even prepared three braai areas for us to use in case we found the one too windy, or didn’t like the view of the other. She was so concerned about our enjoyment and comfort that she provided an umbrella in case the darkening sky decided to spit while we were braaing.

We can honestly say that out of all the accommodation we stayed in during the month that we were on holiday, Rider’s Rest is the one that stands out in our memories because it was there that we felt at peace … we felt at home.

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"The rooms and guest house are beautifully decorated and welcoming and the owner is excellent, very helpful and accommodating. The location is good, being quite close to quiet East beach (walking distance). The breakfast included was excellent and the atmosphere is very relaxing and private with only..."

"The rooms and guest house are beautifully decorated and welcoming and the owner is excellent, very helpful and accommodating. The location is good, being quite close to quiet East beach (walking distance). The breakfast included was excellent and the atmosphere is very relaxing and private with only limited guests at the establishment (6) at one time. Overall great place to stay and highly recommended."

"As we drove from our home in Port Elizabeth, to Rider's Rest in Port Alfred on 26 December 2009, we did not know what to expect. My husband just wanted to surprise me for my birthday and what a surprise it was. He did not inform the staff of Rider's Rest that it was my birthday, but they sure did ma..."

"As we drove from our home in Port Elizabeth, to Rider's Rest in Port Alfred on 26 December 2009, we did not know what to expect. My husband just wanted to surprise me for my birthday and what a surprise it was. He did not inform the staff of Rider's Rest that it was my birthday, but they sure did make it special, without knowing. I will always remember our experience at Rider's Rest.

Our very first taste of the friendly and open staff and atmosphere, was a call we had to make to Estelle, the manager. We were lost in Port Alfred and phoned on her cell phone. She stayed on the phone with us and directed us. It was so easy and we felt so safe, not worried at all. When we arrived, Estelle was at the gate to great us with a beautiful, open smile.

As we're only married for 5 months, it felt like we're on honeymoon.
Our room was beautiful. The setting in the garden and in the passage, was absolutely beautiful with a piece of art from all over Africa. My husband being from Malawi, we immediately knew, Estelle must have travelled a lot.

We had an opportunity to compliment her on the beautiful setting and that's when we learned she travelled around in Africa, mostly, Zimbabwe.
Estelle actually stopped with her work and engaged in a warm conversation with us.

I would recommend Rider's Rest to anyone. Our entire family and friends already knows, if you want to experience Africa, 5-star treatment, friendliness, cleanliness and warmth, Rider's Rest is the place to visit."

"For me it was a very welcoming home - a home away from home. A warm, beautiful, romantic and very quiet place. I would really love to go back there again. We both loved it."

"My husband and I just spent 4 nights with Estelle and Gus at Riders Rest B&B. What a fabulous couple they are and what a delightful establishment. Estelle is extraordinarily generous, kind and friendly without constantly being in your space. The accommodation is separate from their home, so you feel..."

"My husband and I just spent 4 nights with Estelle and Gus at Riders Rest B&B. What a fabulous couple they are and what a delightful establishment. Estelle is extraordinarily generous, kind and friendly without constantly being in your space. The accommodation is separate from their home, so you feel completely at ease and private. The B&B is decorated like a comfortable old farmhouse and we just didn't want to leave!"

"Enjoyed our stay, B&B beautifully decorated, very relaxed atmosphere, spotlessly clean. Comfortable extra length bed. Filter coffee with breakfast would have completed the experience. Would definitely go back."