Whale Watch Cottage

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Scored 10
Rated exceptional
  • The entire place is yours
  • 2153 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath

About this property

Beachfront Location: Whale Watch Cottage in St Helena Bay offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the terrace or balcony and enjoy the serene garden setting. Spacious Accommodation: The holiday home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a comfortable living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Family rooms and a private entrance ensure a pleasant stay for all visitors. Modern Amenities: Free WiFi, streaming services, and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances enhance the guest experience. Additional facilities include an outdoor fireplace, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities. Local Attractions: Britannia Beach is a 3-minute walk away, while Columbine Nature Reserve lies 19 km from the property. Other nearby points of interest include Vasco da Gama Monument St Helena Bay (5 km) and Vredenburg Golf Course (32 km).

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
4 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Colin
South Africa South Africa
“Whale Watch Cottage is wonderful. I would love to have the privilege of visiting again.”
Sonette
South Africa South Africa
“Rus en vrede vir die siel. Die gedruis van die branders, die buitelewe wat jy sien en die mooi daar buite. Alles tot jou beskikking, mooi karaktervolle plekkie. En Marina en Duncan, is meer as bekwaam. Behulpsaam met vrae en altyd tot ons...”
Nico
South Africa South Africa
“Wonderful location and awesome accommodation!! Nothing to improve...maybe a sharper knife to filet the fresh fish ;-)”
Swanepoel
South Africa South Africa
“Everything about this place was very nice and beautiful.”
Anonymous
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful location, wonderful views. House had everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Duncan and Marina were wonderful hosts! Will definitely be back when I get the chance.”
Chris
United States United States
“Outstanding view - better than the pic; saw dolphins every morning. Wonderful spacious clean, beach holiday home. Used the kyak. Good jump off point for kayaking, boating, access to nature, fishing and visiting the surrounding villagers....”

Hosted by Duncan & Marina

10
Host review score
Duncan & Marina
Whale Watch Cottage is situated on the beautiful South African west coast. Situated on the point between Golden mile and Britannia Bay, it has an incredible view of the bay. It offers 2 spacious rooms, each with their own en-suite bathroom and accommodates 6 guests. The cottage boasts magnificent panoramic ocean views from every room. The beach and rock pools below are but a few steps away through a private gate access. Enjoy a braai on the patio watching whales, dolphins, seals and many more wild life right on your doorstep. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove and oven, fridge, microwave and all cutlery and crockery you should need. The lounge has a TV with Netflix and the house has free Wi-Fi for your use. The main bedroom has a King size bed with its own en-suite with a bath and shower. The second bedroom has 4 single beds and its own en-suite with a shower.
Duncan & Marina are a husband and wife team who fell in love with hospitality and meeting people from all around the world through their business. They immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the quieter side of life. Having the opportunity to meet new and interesting people, whilst showing visitors the true magic of the West Coast, is what they live for. Their interests include exploring and foraging the many hidden gems dotted around the West Coast shoreline and swimming in the magnificent ocean.
Whale Watch Cottage is located in the quiet neighbourhood of Britannia Bay on the beautiful South African West Coast. The property is situated in a small suburban area that prides itself on unspoilt beaches and keeping the area clean and safe for all locals and visitors alike. Whale Watch is close to the fishing village of St. Helena Bay (10mins), which has a selection of restaurants and a few grocery stores. There is also a service station if you need to fill up your car. The popular tourist villages of Paternoster and Velddrif are both a 25 minute drive away.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Whale Watch Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about US$29. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Whale Watch Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.