Luxury Historic Villa, Best Position In Hermanus with inverter for blackouts! | Villa in Hermanus
5 Bedroom Villa in Voelklip, Hermanus
Spectacular historic beach villa, recently refurbished and outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and barbecue area added. La Gratitude has the best location in Hermanus, being the closest house to Grotto beach in Voelklip. Yet the house enjoys splendid seclusion, being built on 3000 square meters of gently sloping grass rimmed by indigenous vegetation. Its generous proportions can sleep a maximum of 10 people comfortably.
It is seaside home of one of the Cape’s most historically prominent families, La Gratitude offers superb, understated luxury with unsurpassed, uninterrupted views across Walker Bay. Situated just steps away from both secluded coves and a 12 km stretch of pristine beach. The cliff path begins meters from the the house and follows the bay round to Hermanus village. The interior is designed in the simple luxurious elegance of a by-gone age. There is a thoroughly modern kitchen with all conveniences, as well as two sitting rooms, with Satellite TV, DVD, VCR, and music system. We have an installed an inverter, so lights and plugs stay on during loadshedding, when electricity supply is cut.
Activities: Watch whales breach from La Gratitude's balcony, or walk along the “cliff path” that begins in front of La Gratitude and follows the coast all into Hermanus village, or, in the opposite direction, walk along kilometres of pristine beaches to the lagoon and beyond. There is paragliding off the Olifantberg, vineyards tours that include sampling their wares, and shopping for art and crafts bargains in Market Square . Whatever your energy level, Hermanus offers it all in the sun and “champagne air”. Specific activities include:
ARTS and CRAFTS - numerous artist-owned art and craft studios and galleries
BEACHES - La Gratitude is situated above and looking out onto Hermanus’ most famous beach, Grotto Beach. As the coastline dotted with coves ends, so Grotto Beach begins, extending past the magnificent lagoon at the mouth of the Klein Rivier all the way to De Kelders. Other beaches include Voelklip, Kammabaai, and Langbaai.
BIRD WATCHING - an ornithologists dream with mountain, coastal, river and estuarine avian habitats
DE WET'S HUIS PHOTO MUSEUM - offers a extraordinary photographic documentation of the history and development of the town.
DOLPHINS - are often seen in the region. Species include the endemic Heavisides dolphin, Bottle nose dolphin and Common dolphins.
EXTREME SPORTS - hang-gliding, paragliding, mountain biking, powerboat racing
FERNKLOOF - in the saddle between Lemoenkop and Olifantsberg, Fernkloof Nature Reserve hosts one of the richest floral kingdoms in the world. It has 50 km of hiking trails and a mountain biking track
FESTIVALS - the Hawston Sea Festival (December) and the Food & Wine Fair (July)
FISHING - with the sea and lagoons full of galjoen, steenbras, kob, red Roman, silver fish, red stump nose, John Brown, and many more, Hermanus attracts fishermen from all over the country. In addition, the New Harbour is a working fishing harbour
FISH SHOP - buy fresh fish, live crayfish, oysters and other quality seafood direct from the sea in the New Harbour.
HIKING - On the fynbos-covered mountains, Fernkloof Reserve offers unparalleled beaches on a variety of walks above the town.
PAMPERING – Hermanus boasts all manner of spas and beauty salons that offer the very latest treatments all aimed at ensuring you relax and de-stress.
Passion Play is held in the Old Harbour every year
PERLEMOEN, ABALONE or VENUS EAR - Hermanus is regarded as the principal centre of the perlemoen industry
RESTAURANTS – Hermanus has a plethora of excellent restaurants that offer a delicious variety of local and international cuisine with stunning vistas.
Rock lobster eating and fishing tours
SHARK-cage diving with the Great White Shark in the cold Atlantic.
SHOPPING - charming boutiques, markets and shops
WATERSPORTS – windsurfing or water skiing on the lagoon, or diving, fishing and boating in the sea.
This 5 Bedrooms Villa provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Hot Tub, for your convenience. This Villa features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Villa has 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Villa has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Voelklip. Enjoy your stay in Voelklip at this Villa.
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Is this Voelklip villa pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Voelklip villa have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Voelklip villa has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Voelklip villa?
Best-rates for the Voelklip villa starts from $579 per night with includes Internet, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Hot Tub, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, TV, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Private Pool, Oceanfront, Entertainment, Laundry, Parking, Pet Friendly, Pool, Kitchen, View, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Voelklip villa a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Voelklip villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Voelklip villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Voelklip villa?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Voelklip villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Voelklip villa?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Voelklip villa are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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