A Reset Escape

There’s truly no better way to end the week than with a complete reset, and Amy and I did exactly that at Graceful Rose Skin & Body Spa. Located in Simbithi Verve office park, this peaceful spot sits right in the heart of Simbithi Eco-Estate. With its lush forestry and sea views, the ultimate tranquil escape theme is set.

We were welcomed with warm greetings from owner and facial therapist, Melinda, and her wonderful staff. We started with a full-body massage, complemented by their range of massage oils. Amy opted for rejuvenation and muscle ease oils, while I chose a relaxation blend. We were then led into a candle-lit massage room. It was warm, calming, and instantly soothing.

Once we were ready, I rang a charming little bell to call our masseuses, Bongi and Thandeka, back in. Once the lights were off, they placed steaming bowls of eucalyptus beneath our face rests so that we could breathe it in; we dropped into deep relaxation before the massage even began.

They started with our shoulders, using firm, rhythmic pressure that melted away days of built-up stress. Those long strokes glided effortlessly down our arms to our fingertips, untangling every knotted muscle. Next, they focused on our backs, kneading out deep tension along our spine before transitioning down to our lower body, working from our thighs to our feet, leaving us feeling completely weightless. Then, lying face up, the soothing sequence began all over again; it was thorough and unhurried, and our masseuses checked in throughout to make sure the pressure was perfect.

Afterwards, we floated to the pedi stations. Here we were treated to tea made to our preference, and a fresh fruit board, but what made it truly special was the view. From our chairs, we could see out to the sea in the distance; we even heard birdsong over the soft spa music and watched golf carts pass by. While they filed our nails, Amy and I chose our colours (after much consideration!). Then, nail technician Paul and pedicure specialist Virginia began our treatments. They painted and cured our nails as part of a relaxing foot care routine. This included a warm foot soak, an exfoliating scrub, foot cream, and a soothing massage. To finish, they used a deep-tissue massage gun on our legs to release any remaining tension.

Thank you to the Graceful Rose team for an afternoon of pure bliss and a deeply needed conclusion to our week. We stepped out wrapped in that wonderful post-massage glow, where the body feels instantly lighter, and the mind falls perfectly quiet.

Cell: 074 004 3328           

Email: info@gracefulrose.co.za

Address: Unit 211B, The Verve, Simbithi Office Park, Ballito