Overview of house with Ocean and Town of Hermanus in the background.
Location: Hermanus, Whale Coast, Western Cape, South Africa, Africa (Cape Town 75 miles, Cape Town Airport 60 miles)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: House
Hermanus is a world-class seaside resort located on the Indian Ocean, about a 75-minute drive from Cape Town. It is rightfully listed in the book "1000 Places to See Before You Die".
"Bietou" is a direct oceanfront home in Vermont, a quiet residential community a couple kilometers to the west of Hermanus proper. You are close to town but without the crowds that weekends and Holidays sometimes bring. You are directly on the water, with absolutely unobstructed ocean and mountain views with nothing but a walking path between you and the water.
To see the location use Google Earth or Google Maps and paste in the following coordinates 34 25 10.53S, 19 09 23.71E
The house has three bedrooms, two full baths, an open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room and a separate TV room. Satellite TV with US and UK programming. Sleeps 8. Hot outdoor shower. Patios back and front. The main bedroom features an en-suite bathroom/dressing room and walkout access to the front patio. Full ocean views from most rooms in the house.
Quality linen and towels supplies. The kitchen is fully equipped. Everything you need is here.
Hermanus offers the world's best whale watching. The whale season extends from August to November, peaking for the Whale Festival in late September. Watch the whales right from the front patio!
For the perfect African holiday, combine your stay in Hermanus with time at my accommodations near Cape Town, a flat in Sea Point, VRBO #50733, and an ocean front house on Blouberg Beach, VRBO #73276. If you are more adventurous, I also have a beach front house near the Mozambiquen resort town of Inhambane (write for details).
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : DSTV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Patios back and front.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : Full ocean views. Rocky coastline. Sand beach minutes away.
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop and I will direct you to sources for a 3G (wireless) card. Available by the day or the month.
- Other Amenities
- Enclosed Garage, Grill (BBQ)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Inquire. If allowed a damage deposit will be required.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : No under 25's unless part of a family group or with prior consent of owner.
- Smoking Allowed : Outside, please.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Para sailing/gliding. Whale watching. Shark cage diving. Wine route 10 minutes away.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Holidays ... $300/night for 14+ nights.
Week ... $150-200/night, depending on time of year.
Weekends ... $175-225/night, depending on time of year.
Limited weekend availability in High Season.
Rates are indicative only and your quote may vary.
Holiday rates apply Christmas/New Years, Easter and Whale Festival.
Discounts available for 14+ nights - inquire.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Overview of house with Ocean and Town of Hermanus in the background. - Hermanus, South Africa Accommodation
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- Sitting room and dining area. Full ocean views. - Hermanus, South Africa Accommodation
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- TV room with full ocean views. - Hermanus, South Africa Accommodation
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- Kitchen with laundry and pantry behind.
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- Master bedroom. Full ocean views.
Traveler Reviews (14)
Hermanus!
Guest: CJ and family
(Pretoria)
Date of Stay: 03/16/11
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
Wonderful place in an excellent location. Even during the "off-season" for whale watching this is a beautiful location with spectacular views of the ocean, and proximity to amazing sights from Cape Point to the wine region.
Owner response:Thanks for your stay, CJ of Pretoria. For the benefit of all, whales season peaks in September & October, with good whale watching right from the patio for a good 4 months of the year.
Recommended for:Sightseeing.
Hard to Believe.
Guest: Gracie
(CT, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10
Review Submitted: 09/22/10
Traveled a lot in my days but this was a first. I'm sitting on the patio watching the sun set over the ocean, whales visible a few hundred feet from shore, eating fresh lobster we bought from a fellow who came right to our door. So quiet here, especially at night. Sound of the sea really puts you to sleep. Great house.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, people with disabilities, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Guest: Joan Huddleston
(Cape Town)
Date of Stay: 11/02/09
Review Submitted: 11/02/09
The flat was very well equipped,clean & comfortable. The position so close to the sea was wonderful and the views of the whales were a real bonus. We would certainly go back again even if the whales had left.
Owner response:Joan - thanks for nice comments and glad you enjoyed your weekend in Hermanus!
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Guest: Kate and Leon Norgate
(Canberra ACT Australia)
Date of Stay: 01/11/09
Review Submitted: 01/11/09
We were fortunate to stay here for a week in late October and had a perfect relaxing break. Whales to watch from our front balcony for breakfast!!The view from our bedroom also gave us the opportunity to take in the wonderful sea vista. The house itself had absolutely everything you could want to make the holiday memorable with well appointed rooms and furniture well suited for the beach environonment, and was oh so peaceful!!The location was ideal for visiting the gorgeous wineries and restaurants in the nearby valley and for energetic hiking in the Fernkloof The local shops were handy for provisions with an excellent butcher for meat for the brie!We had a wonderful time and hope to return in the future.
Owner response:Kate & Leon - thanks so much for kind comments and glad you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to visiting Australia down the road. Marie.
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Guest: over 55
(northern ireland)
Date of Stay: 10/10/08
Review Submitted: 10/10/08
thanks so much to marie and chris for allowing us to spend the last 6 nights of our fantastic holiday in south africa in their beautiful home. the views from the sitting room, family room and main bedroom are fantastic. we woke up each morning with the sound of the sea. the views were to die for. we sat on the patio each morning and watched the whales. a fantastic time was had by all.
Owner response:Was lovely to have you Edna and party, welcome back any time. Marie
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Guest: Karin de Bruyn
(Brakpan Gauteng)
Date of Stay: 01/22/08
Review Submitted: 01/22/08
Absolutely spectacular. I have visited many holiday homes, however this one is definitely home away from home. The house is SO WELL EQUIPPED!!! Everything is there and even more. Having been greeted with an ice cold bottle of champagne in the fridge and the christmas tree up (knowing we were going to be there over christma) made one feel welcome at one. Absolutely wonderful to lie in bed and watch the sun come up over the sea and fall asleep to the sound of the waves whispering in your ear. Thank you for a wonderful stay, I can recommend this HOME to anyone who enjoys a luxury, peaceful, and nature rich holiday.
Owner response:Karin - thanks so much for your kind remarks and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime, please. Marie.
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Guest: Henriette Schoormans
(The Netherlands, Eindhoven)
Date of Stay: 01/07/08
Review Submitted: 01/07/08
We are for 3 weeks in your home in Hermanus and we liked it very much. The house is very comfortable and everything is in it. The view is also very nice.
Owner response:Henriette & Ilse - glad you enjoyed your stay. It was our pleasure to have you.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/27/07
Review Submitted: 07/27/07
Eight of us stayed here and thought it was lovely. We made dinner both nights and thought the kitchen was well stocked with appliances and cutlery. Fantastic view, too! Note: it's a short drive away from Hermanus, but we thought the location was perfect.
Owner response:So glad you enjoyed your stay and glad it worked well for your group. Marie
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Guest: Richard E. Sabadka
(Saskatoon,SK Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07
Review Submitted: 05/01/07
We very much enjoyed staying at this sea front property. It was large and well appointed and had a real home feel that made us feel as if we were at our own vacation place. Marie was kind enough to call and make sure all was up to our expectations and see if there was anything else we needed. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and recommend it to anyone looking for a place in Hermanus.
Owner response:Rick and Viv,, its was lovely to have such easy guests, come back soon
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