Archives: Accommodation Types

Menuha

Menuha offers our guests the unique opportunity of enjoying the peace and quiet of small holding while being surrounded by the world famous amenities Hermanus has to offer. The house is situated on a large piece of land with a breathtaking mountain view, a lush garden,  and spread out lawn with swimming pool. This deluxe style self-catering accommodation is ideal for families seeking a place to rest and rejuvenate, and still enjoy the comfort of being close to central to beaches, restaurants, shops and the Hemel and Aarde wine route.

The spacious home can accommodate 6 guests in total, with 2 additional guests in the stand-alone cottage on request. The main en-suite bedroom of the house contains a king-size bed and bathroom with a bath and shower. The second and third bedrooms comprise of a double bed and twin beds, respectively. They both share an adjoining bathroom with a bath and shower.

The modern cottage features a fully equipped kitchenette, lounge area and an en-suite bedroom with a king-size bed, and a bathroom with a bath and shower. All bedrooms are spacious and have sufficient cupboard space.

The house offers spacious open plan living and entertainment areas. The tv lounge area with a flatscreen smart tv enables easy movement to the kitchen and dining room areas, and also another lounge area separated by a large wood-fired fireplace. Sliding doors open onto spacious patio and open air areas where guests can enjoy sumptuous meals, alfresco style. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with an electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, and a dishwasher. A starter pack of cleaning materials is provided for convenience.

The enormous lawn with pool provides ample opportunity for adults to be entertained by their children’s mastery of water games and sport while they braai under the trees.

Other amenities include DStv, free Wi-Fi and toiletries. Free parking is available on the premises and an alarm system provides additional security. A generator provides power back-up for essentials such as cooking, tv, lights and wi-fi.

The house is ideally located within a short drive to Onrus Beach, the Whalecoast Mall, Biga Artisan Bakery and the Hemel and Aarde vineyards. A short drive to Hermanus offers more restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops. Hiking in the mountains or walking along the coastal paths is a favourite pastime in Hermanus, and just perfect for nature lovers. And the numerous beaches fit everybody’s taste and style.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Grocery pre-stocking
Housekeeping
Massage treatment

House Policies
Maximum 6 guests at main house, 2 guests at cottage
Mattresses can be added for children
Cottage on request
Children welcome
Strictly non-smoking
No functions
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Location
120km from Cape Town
Short drive to Onrus blue flag beach and the Whalecoast Mall
Short drive to Hermanus restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops

Sunridge aan zee Onrus beach Villa

Sunridge aan zee Beach Villa is a lovely holiday home overlooking Onrus Beach in Hermanus. The tastefully furnished home offers plenty of spaces to relax in, with beautiful sea views.

The house comprises 5 bedrooms and can accommodate 10 guests. The main bedroom contains a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower, and a balcony. The second and third bedrooms are situated downstairs and have 2 single beds in each. These 2 rooms have sea views and sliding doors with shutters, leading to the garden and outdoor shower. The second and third bedrooms share a bathroom with a bath, shower and laundry. The fourth bedroom is in the annex and comprises a queen-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a kitchenette and a TV lounge. The fifth bedroom is also upstairs in the annex and has a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a sitting room, and a balcony with sea views.

The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a lounge. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, a gas hob and electric oven, a microwave, a Nespresso coffee machine, and a dishwasher.

Additional features include built-in braai facilities, a fireplace, outdoor dining, Wi-Fi, and off-street parking. An inverter system provides alternative power supply to the main house’s lights, Wi-Fi and security system.

The house is ideally located within walking distance to Onrus Beach.

Staff & Services

At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:

Cot hire
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatment
Baby sitting

Onrus Beach Villa Policies

Maximum 10 guests
Strictly non-smoking
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement
Regret no pets

Onrus Beach Villa Location

120km from Cape Town
Directly above Onrus blue flag beach
Short drive to Hermanus central

Larch House

Larch House is situated just up the road from Hermanus’ Blue Flag Beach, Grotto Beach. The solar/inverter powered house is architecturally designed and larch-wood cladded, and offers comfortable and contemporary accommodation.

The house comprises 3 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 guests. The main bedroom contains a king-size bed, a separate walk-in dressing room, seating, and a bathroom with a bath and shower. The second bedroom contains a queen-size bed, seating, and a bathroom with a shower. The third bedroom contains 2 single beds, seating, and a bathroom with a shower. Each room is equipped with a ceiling fan.

The house includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a living room with a fireplace, a Smart TV, Bose stereo and DVD player. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with an electric oven and stove, fridge, microwave, and kettle and toaster. The kitchen features a breakfast counter with bar stools, as well as a dishwasher and basic cleaning materials. The laundry is equipped with a commercial-sized washing machine and tumble-dryer.

Additional features include floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows and sliding doors, timber Venetian blinds, light beachwood flooring throughout, ceiling fans, Wi-Fi, books, games and CD’s, beach towels, toiletries, and a security system.

There is a plunge pool for those hot summer days, as well as outdoor seating and dining, portable braai facilities, and an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day at the beach.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Housekeeping
Villa pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Additional housekeeping
Massage treatment

Villa Policies
Maximum 6 guests
No pets
Non-smoking villa
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Ant’s Nest – Voëlklip

Ant’s Nest epitomises luxury living in a tastefully decorated holiday home with a farmstead-like patio overlooking the pool and private garden. It is located in Voelklip only a short drive from Hermanus central. This art lover’s paradise offers plenty of in- and outdoor spaces for family and friends to relax and entertain.

The main house comprises 5 bedrooms and can accommodate 10 guests. The main en-suite bedroom, situated on the first floor level, contains a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a large shower, a walk-in cupboard, and the Overberg mountain staring down upon the private balcony. The second bedroom is situated on the ground floor and contains a queen-size bed and an adjacent bathroom with a bath/shower combination, and exits into the garden. The third bedroom is located across this shared bathroom and contains a king-size bed/twin bed conversion. Bedrooms 4 an 5 are located on the first floor and share a private tv lounge ideal for kids entertainment. The fourth bedroom features a queen-size bed and the fifth bedroom a bunkbed fitting for adult usage as well. The shared bathroom at the tv lounge has a spacious shower and bath, and is available to guests of these two bedrooms. A 6th cottage room with big smart tv- ideal for au pairs or movie entertainment – with en-suite bathroom featuring a shower, is located in the back garden. This room also doubles as a laundry area.

The open-plan living area includes an idyllic open-plan kitchen, dining area, and lounge with fireplace, all connected to the large patio area. The patio features a built-in braai, and an under-cover al fresco dining table and comfy seating area. The kitchen is fully equipped with an integrated fridge/freezer combination, a gas hob and electric oven, a Nespresso coffee machine, an ice maker, and a separate scullery with dishwasher. Starter-pack cleaning consumables and toiletries are provided.

Additional features include free Wi-Fi with full DSTV, Netflix functionality, and secure parking for 2 cars.

The location offers access to beaches, a number of restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops. It is also not far from the lagoon and scenic walking and mountain biking trails on the mountain.

Staff & Services

At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:

Chef can be arranged
Cot hire
Grocery pre-stocking
Massage treatment
Baby sitting

Riverside Manor Policies

Maximum 10 guests
Children welcome
Strictly non-smoking
No Functions
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Riverside Manor Location

120km from Cape Town
Short drive to Grotto blue flag beach and Hermanus central
Short drive to Hermanus restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops

Selah

Selah is majestically positioned at the hang of the iconic Overberg Mountain range, providing superior views of both the azure-blue ocean and lush Fynbos mountain scape.  With dramatic architecture emulating the beautiful flow of the encapsulating peaks, Selah offers true luxury from every vantage point, and is a peaceful safe haven for guests who want to pause and reflect. This villa features spacious self-catering accommodation, ideal for families in need of vast open spaces, yet desiring the need for privacy.  The sleek pool and undercover BBQ/braai area are set for family entertainment, whilst the Fynbos garden attracts birdlife from afar.

Upon having crossed a tranquil pond bridge, guests are beckoned to step into Selah’s grand display of spectacular wooden architecture throughout the spacious main living, dining and kitchen areas, a feature unlike any other in Hermanus. Fine art and furniture compliment the cathedral-like ceilings, and are carefully expressed throughout. The mountain-side garden court and pool area are a main attraction with relaxation, entertainment and family togetherness being the centrepiece for much needed pause-and-reflect moments. The large el fresco dining table and outdoor braai/BBQ enhance the joy of holiday fun, and this is pulled into the main living area of the villa. A lovely fireplace in the lounge shouts, “Stay… Stare… Reconnect… Revitalise.”

The home can accommodate 12 guests and comprises 4 bedrooms and loft room, 3 of which are in the main house. The fifth room is an en-suite pool cottage room. The main en-suite bedroom contains a King size bed and has a private balcony with beautiful views of the mountain. The bathroom features a shower. The second and third bedrooms contain king-size beds and they have adjoining bathrooms, one featuring a shower and the other a bath, which can be used by guests from the fourth loft room comprising 2 sleeper couches; ideal for children. These rooms share a balcony overlooking the ocean and garden.  The loft room also has a smart tv. The outside cottage room comprises a double bed, mini fridge, coffee machine and adjoining bathroom with a shower.

The main house open-plan kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, a gas hob and electric oven, a microwave, a kettle and toaster, a coffee machine, a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, as well as basic cleaning materials. In the tv lounge is a smart tv. A back up battery system counters the effects of load shedding. Guests have secure parking for 4 cars (one in a garage), and the property is secure with an alarm system. Free wi-fi is available on demand.

The house is ideally located within a short drive to Onrus Beach, the Coffee Corner, which serves fabulous breakfast and lunches. The Heartbeat Cafe deli and bakery serves delicious, fresh croissants and artisan breads everyday. The well-known Milk Restaurant offering superb breakfasts, lunches and dinners, as well as Molteno’s restaurant can be reached in a couple of minutes. Onrus is excellent for walking along the coastal paths, and perfect for nature lovers, and the Onrus beach is one of the top rated beaches in the country.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatments

Villa Policies
Maximum 12 guests
Children welcome
Small pets on request
Strictly non-smoking
No functions
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Location
120km from Cape Town
Short drive to Onrus blue flag beach and the Whalecoast Mall
Short drive to Hermanus restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops

245 on 10th

245 on 10th offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in a family holiday home in Voelklip in Hermanus, within walking distance from Grotto Beach. Located on a double stand, this house offers a large private garden, ample indoor and outdoor entertainment areas and sea views from the balcony.

The house comprises 4 bedrooms and can accommodate 8 guests. The main bedroom contains a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower. The second bedroom contains a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a shower. The third bedroom contains 2 single beds and the fourth bedroom has a double bed and a single bed. The third and fourth bedrooms share a bathroom fitted with a shower.

The house includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area, a TV lounge, and an upstairs lounge. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with an electric oven and gas hob, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, and a coffee maker. It has a separate scullery with a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble-dryer, and cleaning materials.

In addition, the house is equipped with a TV with full DStv channels, Wi-Fi, books, and beach towels.

The house features 2 braai areas and a wood-burning pizza oven, as well as outdoor dining on the north and south side of the house, portable braai facilities, and secure off-street parking for 4 cars. The house is both pet friendly and child friendly.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – notice may be required:
Housekeeping
Cot hire
Kitchen pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Massage treatment
Baby sitting

Villa Policies
Maximum 8 guests
Children welcome
Non-smoking
Pets on request

Location
120km from Cape Town
Situated above grotto beach – walk to the beach
Short drive to Hermanus central

Efcharisto Seaside Cottage – Lower Beach Road

Our tastefully decorated Efcharisto Cottage offers deluxe self-catering accommodation with beautiful 180 degree sea views and a hint of Westcoast bliss. The cottage is situated in Kleinmond, a UNESCO-declared Biosphere between Betty’s Bay and Hermanus, and a mere 4 minutes’ drive from the Kleinmond blue flag status beach. Designed for ultimate relaxation, this private home offers the genuine seafront holiday with upmarket styling and features fulfilling guests’ every need.

The seafront doors open wide onto a quaint undercover patio which has extraordinary views of the lush seaside greenery and the wavy ocean reaching shores far away. The garden is enclosed by a west coast style fence and a cute white-picket-fence gate. Both seaside rooms open onto the garden, with the main-en-suite opening onto the patio as well.

The finely furnished home can accommodate 6 guests and comprises 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom contains a queen-size bed, walk-through cupboards and en-suite bathroom with a bath and comfortable shower.  The second and third bedrooms contain queen-size and twin beds, respectively. These rooms share an adjoining bathroom with a shower.

The house comprises an open-plan kitchen, breakfast nook and lounge with braai/BBQ area acting as well as a fireplace for winter months. The kitchen is equipped with a top-of-the-range fridge/freezer, a gas hob and electric oven, a microwave, a kettle and toaster; as well as a dishwasher, tumble dryer and washing machine in the scullery, with cleaning materials. In the lounge area is a big flatscreen tv with Dstv and Netflix. Free WiFi is available. The house has solar / inverter power back-up.

Guests can enjoy the private garden and al fresco dining on the patio with built-in braai/BBQ. Secure garage parking for one car is available on the property as well as off-street parking, and the property is secure with an alarm system and plantation shutters throughout.

Kleinmond offers nature trails, the Kleinmond Blue Flag beach, and restaurants. The location is ideal for those wishing to explore the Overberg and all it has to offer.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:

  • Cot hire
  • Grocery pre-stocking
  • Activities and excursions
  • Housekeeping
  • Massage treatment

Efcharisto Policies

  • Maximum 6 guests
  • Strictly non-smoking
  • Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
  • Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement
  • Small Pets on request

Efcharisto Location

  • 90km from Cape Town
  • Short drive from Kleinmond blue flag beach
  • 30 minutes’ drive to Hermanus

Mooinooientjie

Located just a 2 minutes’ stroll away from the Langbaai, Platbank, Voelklip and Kammabaai (surfing hub) beaches in the heart of Voelklip, rests one of Hermanus’ best-kept secrets, Mooinooientjie cottage. Designed for the ultimate holiday experience where family memories of a lifetime are made, this private villa offers comfortable self-catering accommodation with a contemporary, yet sleek farmhouse feel. It offers the best a luxurious vacation home can provide, from appliances to in- and outdoor furniture.

All entrances lead to quaint front and back gardens / patios, with the main attraction being a marvellously big undercover porch and braai area that breaths sublime tranquility through the expansive sliding door and serving hatch type window into the lounge with open plan kitchen. The master en-suite also provides entrance to the porch. An additional sundeck provides the ideal spot for sunseekers. The external hot-cold shower enables cooling down or washing sand off your feet after a day at the beach. Outside the secure walls of the villa, you are greeted by the majestic Overberg mountains every time you go for a walk or cycling.

The finely furnished home can accommodate 8 guests and comprises 4 bedrooms, 3 of which are in the main house. The fourth bedroom is an outside cottage room. The main en-suite bedroom contains a queen-size bed and has a work-from-home desk and two couches perfect for relaxed reading leisure. The en-suite bathroom has a large, comfortable shower.  The second and third bedrooms contain two single beds and have access to a shared bathroom with shower and the functionality to fill a small tub with water for babies. The fourth bedroom in the cottage is furnished with 2 single beds that make a king-size bed. It has an adjoining outside bathroom with shower and has its own smart tv. The cottage room is ideal for guests seeking additional privacy or for an au pair. All rooms have welcome cupboard space.

The house comprises an open-plan kitchen, dining area and lounge. The kitchen is equipped with a top-of-the-range fridge/freezer, a gas hob and electric oven, a microwave, a kettle and toaster, a coffee machine, a dishwasher, a washing machine as well as cleaning materials. In the lounge is a big screen Smart TV with DSTV and Netflix, and a wood-fired fireplace. Free WiFi is available with UPS back-up.

Guests can enjoy the private garden, as well as the outdoor seating area for alfresco dining and braai facilities. Off-street parking is also available to guests, and the property is secure with an alarm system. In addition, there is enclosed storage space for a trailer, bicycles or kayaks.

The location offers access to beaches, a number of restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops. It is also not far from the lagoon and scenic walking and mountain biking trails on the mountain.

NOTE: There are no roads to cross on the way to the beach and guests have easy access to the cliff paths for world-class whale-watching.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatment
Bedrooms 2, 3, 4 (one of) can be converted to king-size beds

Villa Policies
Maximum 8 guests
Children welcome
Pets welcome
Strictly non-smoking
No functions
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Location
120km from Cape Town
Short drive to Grotto blue flag beach and Hermanus central
Short drive to Hermanus restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops

The Ocean Villa

The Ocean Villa offers lavish Mediterranean-style beachfront self-catering accommodation with breathtaking views of the ocean and Overberg mountains. It is located just a 5 minute leisurely stroll from the blue flag status Onrus beach –  the local surfing break – and coastal paths.

Take in the beautiful sunsets over the ocean while dining upstairs in the open plan kitchen and lounge with a built-in braai/BBQ. The dining area leads onto a big covered balcony, with al fresco dining table. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with a fridge, oven and gas stove, microwave, kettle, and a toaster, as well as a dishwasher and basic cleaning materials for convenience.

Downstairs there are 2 superior rooms, 2 standard rooms and 3 bathrooms which accommodate 8 guests. Superior room 1 opens onto the garden and comprises of a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower. Standard rooms 2 and 3 have double or twin beds and share a bathroom with a shower. Superior room 4 opens onto its own private balcony and boasts a king-size bed, or twin bed combination. It has an adjoining bathroom with shower and a bath.

Guests also have the luxury of a downstairs kitchenette and laundry facilities. The spacious TV lounge leads onto a garden patio with lounge and another al fresco dining table. Relax next to the pool on the pool loungers surrounded by fynbos and a breathtaking view of the ocean.

Whether you are a romantic couple sipping cocktails on the viewing deck, or lounging around the pool, or a large family in need of a place where everyone will find their own happy space – The Ocean Villa will blow you away. The villa also offers guests Wi-Fi Internet access, DSTV, work-from-home stations, and fireplaces for cozy winter nights.  An inverter system provides alternative power supply to the house’s lights, Wi-Fi , TV and 2 charging plugs.

Parking in front of the garage is provided and the house is fully secured with an alarm and artistic burglar proofing for added security.

Hermanus is a coastal town on the Southern Coast of the Western Cape, South Africa. Known for its clean air and spectacular whale watching opportunities, Hermanus attracts thousands of visitors every year. The Ocean Villa is situated in Sandbaai, only 6km away from Hermanus CBD.

Staff & Services

At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:

Cot hire
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatment
Baby sitting

The Ocean Villa Policies

Maximum 8 guests
Strictly non-smoking
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement
Regret no pets

The Ocean Villa Location

120km from Cape Town
Based in Sandbaai suburb of the whale watching haven of Hermanus
Short drive to Hermanus central

House Fál

House Fál, as its name suggests, is hedged off from the outside world, creating a safe sanctuary for rest and restoration. It is situated in the peaceful neighbourhood of Onrus, just a 4 minutes’ stroll away from Davies Pool and a 5-minute drive from the blue flag status Onrus beach, and promises to charm guests with white, light and bright open spaces, and plenty of sunny places to relax and read a book. This self-catering accommodation also features a fully enclosed, large garden for kids to play, and a private cottage room ideal for an au pair, older children or a couple with young children.

The spacious home can accommodate 6 guests (plus 2 on request) and comprises 3 bedrooms in the main house with the 4th room being the cottage room. The main bedroom contains a queen-size bed and open-feature en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Bedrooms 2 and 3 comprise of a queen-size bed and a three quarter kids’ bunkbed, respectively. These rooms share a bathroom with a bath/shower combination. The cottage room consists of a double bed and adjoining private lounge area with two day-beds that can be converted into single beds (on request). The en-suite bathroom features a shower. The main en-suite and cottage rooms have large sliding doors leading onto the garden.

The home is designed for entertainment, with large open spaces in the kitchen, lounge and dining room and outdoor braai areas facilitating ease of mingling inside and playing sport outside. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, a gas hob and electric oven, a microwave, a kettle and toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, a dishwasher and washing machine (in the garage). The tv lounge with wood-fired fireplace has a big screen tv with Netflix. Free WiFi is available with a power back-up system (inverter) ensuring basic power supply during load shedding. Guests can enjoy the secluded garden, and the covered outdoor seating area for alfresco dining, and outdoor braai facilities. Secure parking on the premises is available. A starter pack of basic cleaning consumables are provided.

The house is ideally located within a short drive to Onrus Beach, the Coffee Corner, which serves fabulous breakfast and lunches. The well-known Milk Restaurant offering superb breakfasts, lunches and dinners, as well as Molteno’s restaurant can be reached in a couple of minutes. Onrus is excellent for walking along the coastal paths, and perfect for nature lovers, and the Onrus beach is one of the top rated beaches in the country.

Staff & Services
At Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatment

House Policies
Maximum 6 plus 2 guests
Children welcome
Pets on request
Strictly non-smoking
No functions
Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement
Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement

Location
120km from Cape Town
Short walk to the Onrus blue flag beach
Short drive to Hermanus central

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