{"id":16,"date":"2026-07-22T17:11:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T17:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meadowmanor.co.za\/?page_id=16"},"modified":"2026-07-28T10:13:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T10:13:34","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meadowmanor.co.za\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"page\">\n    <header class=\"site-header\">\n        <div class=\"nav-bar\">\n            <a href=\"#home\" class=\"brand\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/logo.png\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor logo\" class=\"nav-logo\">\n            <\/a>\n\n            <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"nav-toggle\" class=\"nav-toggle\">\n            <label for=\"nav-toggle\" class=\"nav-burger\" aria-label=\"Open menu\">\n                <span><\/span><span><\/span><span><\/span>\n            <\/label>\n\n            <nav class=\"main-nav\">\n                <a href=\"#home\">Home<\/a>\n                <a href=\"#accommodation\">Accommodation<\/a>\n                <a href=\"#gallery\">Gallery<\/a>\n                <a href=\"#coming-soon\">Coming Soon<\/a>\n                <a href=\"#contact\">Contact us<\/a>\n                <a href=\"#about\">Our story<\/a>\n            <\/nav>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/header>\n\n    <main>\n        <!-- ===================== HOME ===================== -->\n        <section id=\"home\" class=\"section hero\">\n            <div class=\"hero-photos\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/Garden-Home-2.jpeg\" alt=\"Lush gardens at The Meadow Manor\" class=\"hero-photo\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/MainHouse-Home-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor main house exterior\" class=\"hero-photo\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/Pool-Home-3.jpeg\" alt=\"Grounds and pool area\" class=\"hero-photo\">\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hero-copy\">\n                <p>Escape to comfort, tranquility, and natural beauty at <strong>The Meadow Manor<\/strong> \u2014 your peaceful home away from home.<\/p>\n                <p>\n                    Nestled in a serene setting with lush gardens and breathtaking views, The Meadow Manor offers spacious self-catering\n                    accommodation designed for relaxation and convenience. Whether you&#8217;re planning a family getaway, couples retreat, or\n                    a quiet break from the everyday, you&#8217;ll find everything you need to unwind and feel at ease.\n                <\/p>\n                <p>\n                    Enjoy long sunny days beside our large sparkling pool (fenced for safety), peaceful mornings surrounded by nature, and\n                    evenings filled with fresh air. Located in Banners Rest, Port Edward, just 5km from the beach and close to renowned\n                    attractions including The Wild Coast Sun, Beaver Creek Coffee Estate, The Pont, Mac Banana, The Red Dessert and many\n                    hidden local treasures, The Meadow Manor is perfectly situated for both relaxation and exploration.\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- ===================== ACCOMMODATION ===================== -->\n        <section id=\"accommodation\" class=\"section\">\n            <div class=\"section-banner\">\n                <div class=\"section-banner-logo\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/logo.png\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor logo\" class=\"banner-logo\">\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"section-banner-title\">\n                    <h2>Accommodation<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"section-inner\">\n                <p class=\"unit-intro\"><strong>Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen, fresh linen, and bath towels, with daily servicing included for your convenience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n                <!-- THE MANOR -->\n                <article class=\"unit\">\n                    <h3 class=\"unit-name\"><u>The Manor<\/u><\/h3>\n                    <p>\n                        Perfect for families, groups, and relaxing getaways, The Main Manor comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests, with the option to\n                        accommodate 12 guests using the sleeper couch in the lounge area.\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p>The layout provide both comfort and privacy that includes:<\/p>\n                    <div class=\"unit-details\">\n                        <div>\n                            <p class=\"details-heading\">Downstairs<\/p>\n                            <ul>\n                                <li>2 en-suite bedrooms, 1 with a shower and 1 with a shower and bath. Each furnished with a double bed, fan, dresser and wardrobe space.<\/li>\n                                <li>Comfortable lounge area with a sleeper couch<\/li>\n                                <li>Fully equipped kitchen<\/li>\n                                <li>Spacious dining area<\/li>\n                                <li>Additional bathroom with shower<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div>\n                            <p class=\"details-heading\">Upstairs<\/p>\n                            <ul>\n                                <li>2 air-conditioned bedrooms, each furnished with a double bed, dresser and wardrobe space.<\/li>\n                                <li>A cozy central loft area furnished with 2 single beds, a dresser and wardrobe space<\/li>\n                                <li>1 bathroom with toilet<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"unit-photos-grid\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 1\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 0)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-2.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 2\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 1)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-3.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 3\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 2)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-4.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 4\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 3)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-5.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 5\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 4)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-6.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 6\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 5)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-7.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 7\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 6)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-8.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 8\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 7)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-9.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 9\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 8)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-10.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 10\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 9)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-11.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 11\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 10)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-12.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 12\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 11)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-13.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 13\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 12)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-14.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 14\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 13)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-15.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 15\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 14)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/manor-16.jpeg\" alt=\"The Manor photo 16\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('manor', 15)\">\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <!-- THE HAVEN -->\n                <article class=\"unit\">\n                    <h3 class=\"unit-name\"><u>The Haven<\/u><\/h3>\n                    <p>\n                        Cozy, comfortable, and perfect for small families or groups, The Haven sleeps 4 guests, with the option to accommodate up to\n                        6 guests using the sleeper couch in the lounge area.\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p>This charming unit&#8217;s layout includes:<\/p>\n                    <div class=\"unit-details\">\n                        <div>\n                            <p class=\"details-heading\">Bedrooms<\/p>\n                            <ul>\n                                <li>1 air-conditioned bedroom en-suite with a shower, furnished with a double bed, dresser and wardrobe space<\/li>\n                                <li>1 adjoining bedroom, furnished with 2 single beds, dresser and wardrobe space<\/li>\n                                <li>Shared bathroom with shower<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div>\n                            <p class=\"details-heading\">Living Area<\/p>\n                            <ul>\n                                <li>Fully equipped open plan kitchen<\/li>\n                                <li>Comfortable lounge area with a sleeper couch<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"unit-photos-grid\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven exterior\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 0)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-2.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven lounge\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 1)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-3.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven garden\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 2)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-4.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven kitchen\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 3)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-5.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven bedroom\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 4)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-6.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven bedroom 2\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 5)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-7.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven bathroom\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 6)\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/haven-8.jpeg\" alt=\"The Haven entrance\" class=\"lightbox-trigger\" onclick=\"openLightbox('haven', 7)\">\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <div class=\"booking-cta\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/book.nightsbridge.com\/40094?nbid=550\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"btn btn-booking\">\n                        Make a booking\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- ===================== GALLERY ===================== -->\n        <section id=\"gallery\" class=\"section\">\n            <div class=\"section-banner\">\n                <div class=\"section-banner-logo\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/logo.png\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor logo\" class=\"banner-logo\">\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"section-banner-title\">\n                    <h2>Gallery<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"section-inner\">\n                <p class=\"gallery-subtitle\"><span class=\"subtitle-line\"><\/span><em>Coastal calm \u00b7 Country charm<\/em><span class=\"subtitle-line\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n                <div class=\"gallery-carousel-wrap\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/gallery-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor gallery\" class=\"gallery-carousel-img\" id=\"gallery-img\" onclick=\"openLightbox('gallery', currentCarouselIndex)\">\n\n                    <div class=\"carousel-dots\" id=\"carousel-dots-container\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"carousel-hint\">Click image to enlarge<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- ===================== COMING SOON ===================== -->\n        <section id=\"coming-soon\" class=\"section\">\n            <div class=\"section-banner\">\n                <div class=\"section-banner-logo\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/logo.png\" alt=\"The Meadow Manor logo\" class=\"banner-logo\">\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"section-banner-title\">\n                    <h2>Coming soon<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"section-inner\">\n                <article class=\"unit-soon\">\n                    <div class=\"unit-soon-copy\">\n                        <h3 class=\"unit-name\">The Nest \u2013 <strong>COMING SOON<\/strong><\/h3>\n                        <p>\n                            Tucked away in the corner of the property, perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking\n                            peace and privacy. This charming retreat sleeps 2 guests and features a comfortable bedroom\n                            with a double bed, dresser and wardrobe space, a separate bathroom with shower, and a fully\n                            equipped kitchen with a welcoming breakfast nook \u2014 ideal for slow mornings and quiet evenings.\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"unit-soon-photo\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/the-nest.png\" alt=\"The Nest, coming soon\">\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"unit-soon\">\n                    <div class=\"unit-soon-copy\">\n                        <h3 class=\"unit-name\">The Cottage \u2013 <strong>COMING SOON<\/strong><\/h3>\n                        <p>\n                            Spacious, comfortable, and perfect for families or small groups, The Haven comfortably\n                            sleeps 4 guests, with the option to accommodate up to 6 guests using the sleeper couch\n                            in the lounge area. Designed for a relaxing and convenient self-catering stay, The Haven\n                            offers 2 separate bedrooms, each with a double bed, dresser and wardrobe space, a\n                            welcoming living space with a fully equipped open plan kitchen, comfortable lounge area\n                            with sleeper couch, and a bathroom with a shower and bath.\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"unit-soon-photo\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/the-cottage.png\" alt=\"The Cottage, coming soon\">\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/article>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <!-- ===================== CONTACT ===================== -->\n        <section id=\"contact\" class=\"section\">\n            <div class=\"section-banner\">\n                <div class=\"section-banner-logo\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" 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       <h2>Our story<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"section-inner\">\n                <div class=\"about-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"about-copy\">\n                        <p>\n                            In 2025, while searching for a property in Banners Rest, Port Edward, we came across\n                            something unexpected \u2014 a run-down lodge that many might have overlooked. But to us,\n                            it was a hidden gem.\n                        <\/p>\n                        <p>\n                            As a family (perhaps a little crazy and definitely a bit over-ambitious), we decided to\n                            take a leap of faith and purchase the property. Our dream was simple: restore it to its\n                            former glory and transform it into a peaceful self-catering escape where families could\n                            slow down, reconnect, and create lasting memories. What followed were months of hard work.\n                        <\/p>\n                        <p>\n                            Renovating, restoring, problem-solving\u2026 and plenty of laughing (with a few tears\n                            along the way). Every wall, room, and corner slowly began to reflect the vision we had from\n                            the very beginning \u2014 something different, something peaceful, and something made for\n                            the whole family to enjoy.\n                        <\/p>\n                        <p>\n                            From the very start, the local community embraced us with open arms. In fact, many of them\n                            seemed almost as excited as we were, watching the daily progress as this once-forgotten\n                            lodge slowly came back to life.\n                        <\/p>\n                        <p>\n                            Today, we&#8217;re more excited than ever to welcome guests to The Meadow Manor \u2014 a little\n                            piece of heaven that we fell in love with the moment we saw it. 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