Spring is here and the cold is starting to disappear, come to Hermanus to smell the flowers, remember an umbrella and wear rain boots, splash in the puddles and see penguins waddling; listen to the birds singing and watch out for the whales breaching; build a few Sandcastles, but leave only your footprints behind in the sand; share an ice cream with someone special and remember your sunscreen to protect you from the sun’s warm kiss.
Hermanus is ready for Spring, as I'm sure you too are longing for some warmer days to enjoy in the sun. There are lots of fun things happening over the next two months in the Hermanus Valley; the main event being the annual Whale Festival from the 3rd to the 6th of October 2014.
Make sure to take a scroll down the page for more upcoming events and a chance to win some great prizes.
Hermanus is ready for Spring, as I'm sure you too are longing for some warmer days to enjoy in the sun. There are lots of fun things happening over the next two months in the Hermanus Valley; the main event being the annual Whale Festival from the 3rd to the 6th of October 2014.
Make sure to take a scroll down the page for more upcoming events and a chance to win some great prizes.
Gannet's Nest- VermontGannet’s Nest is the ideal getaway home for the large family or group of friends. A tastefully furnished house consisting of six bedrooms (2 of which have their own en-suites). This home has 2 large balconies with mountain views, a large games room with pool table and TV (great for the teenagers!) and a comfortable open plan lounge, dining room and bar area. With a large walled garden and yard, feel free to bring up to 2 pets along! Gannet’s Nest is situated a few hundred meters from the seafront and a short walk to the pan for bird lovers treat. So if you feel like taking a stroll down to the beach on a summer’s day or relaxing around the fireplace on a long winter’s night, you need look no further than this lovely home. |
Hermanus Whale Watching Capital of The WorldEach year the Southern Right Whales makes it's journey back from the cold Antarctic water to the warm water of the Southern African coast to mate or give birth. They seemed to have talken a liking to Walker Bay Hermanus as it has become one of the World’s most popular viewing spots for these animals. Also known as the Whale watching capital of the world. Watching them from shore, performing for all its Tourist spectators by smacking their tales on the water surface (also called Lob tailing) or launching them self out of the water (called breaching) . They always keep their viewers entertained. Over the time Hermanus has develop all different kind of activities for you to view the whales, most popular is the Whale Cruises which takes you out into the bay to view the Whales. This is the closes you will come to a Southern Right Whale as most of the time they come right up to the boat to give you a "helo" spray. Hermanus celebrate the coming of the whales every year with The Whale festival this year held from the 3rd of October to the 6th. |
BranderdraaiThe perfect entertainer's holiday house! This farm-style home offers ample entertainment areas for winter breaks, with a large indoor wood-burning fireplace, endless dinner table seating, two lounges, one with a pool table, and a sociable open plan kitchen. this house is ideal for large families, or groups of friends looking for a sociable weekend away. |
Glen FruinOlive Tree House is nestled at the entrance to the Hemel & Aarde Valley wine region, on the old "Glenfruin" farm, five minutes from the center of Town. This self catering property offer wide open spaces and spectacular mountain views that equates to peaceful getaways for families and friends. |
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ROULOU STELLENBOSCH SOUTH AFRICA
“Jan Pietersz from Caspel ter Mare (bordering Holland and France) settled in the Cape of Good Hope in 1659 as one of the first three independent farmers in South Africa. This progressive wine farmer passed away in 1691 on his farm Louwfliet, (low lying farmland next to the Liesbeeck “vliet” in Newlands) where he was known as Jan Pietersz Louw. This wine tradition is continues 350 years later, by his descendants Wrensch (1929), Willem (1959) and Wrensch (1989) Louw on ther farm Roulou (Roux-Louw), established in 1919 near Stellenbosch in the Western Cape.” RouLou Shiraz 2011: Elegant fruit-driven flavours with a typical nose of black pepper, liquorice and violets. Enjoy with roasted rack of lamb and ostrich steak. |
Not Quite Burlesque @ Buena Vista Stellenbosch
24 September - 4 October 2014
Edge Fitness Club Hermanus
Ideally situated and convenient the facility offers quality and service combined with friendly staff and a welcoming family atmosphere.
Develop your fitness in our fully equipped gymnasium fitted with the latest cardiovascular and resistance equipment where our fully trained and experienced staff provide full supervision.
Develop your fitness in our fully equipped gymnasium fitted with the latest cardiovascular and resistance equipment where our fully trained and experienced staff provide full supervision.
Hermanus MTB TrailsStarting at the Hemel-en-Aarde Village, four different routes will take you deep into the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley where beautiful views are only a part of the enjoyment. Each track has its own difficulty and will cater for every class and style of mountain biker. From river meanders to vineyard and some stunning views over Hermanus and the Overstrand. For accommodation close to Starting points. Click here |
Meet the Hiking Snack You Didn’t Know You Needed
Gorp MuffinsYield: 9 gorp muffins Ingredients
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs, one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla.
- In a small bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Add flour mixture to butter mixture a little bit at a time until just combined.
- Mix in half and half until fully integrated.
- Stir in oats, chocolate chips, peanuts, and raisins.
- Fill muffin cups all the way to the top with batter (they won't rise).
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out dry
WALKER BAY RECYCLING DEPOT - HERMANUS
Address: Mbeki Street, Hermanus, Phone:+27 (0)28 312 2035 Material Accepted: Paper, Glass, Certain plastics, Food and beverage tins Scrap metal (old stoves, fridges, car body parts, garden chairs) Non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminium, brass, stainless steel). Office Hours: Monday to Thursday: 07:00 to 17:00 Friday: 07:00 to 15:45 |
We are expanding to The Gansbaai & Hangklip Area and we are looking for your house.
We are now doing holiday letting and property management in your area so why not earn from your lovely home while you are out of town and not enjoying it yourself. We offer hassle free property management including full marketing, guest check-ins and outs, inventory checks and post/pre cleaning services. Contact us now and we will gladly arrange for our letting specialist to give you a free evaluation on the rental potential of your home.
If you are considering investing in a holiday home and would like our advice before “signing on the dotted line” do not hesitate to call we will gladly help you with all the information you require regarding the setting up of your new investment home; or even help you find the ideal holiday getaway.
If you are considering investing in a holiday home and would like our advice before “signing on the dotted line” do not hesitate to call we will gladly help you with all the information you require regarding the setting up of your new investment home; or even help you find the ideal holiday getaway.
Betty's Bay
Another small Diamond in the Overberg situated on Clerance Drive 'R44' on one of South Africa's most magnificent roads, and recently voted number 1 most beautiful coastal drive in the world. With its beautiful Ocean views and Mountains filled with exceptional fynbos. Plus from August to November this area is also popular for viewing Southern Right Whale and forms part of the Cape Whale Route. |
Betty's Bay was established in 1963 named after Betty Youlden daughter of property developer Arthur Youlden. But history in this small town started long before then. Today Betty's Bay is known for its peace and quiet and a colony of Jackass Penguins, but it was not always this way...
In the late 1700's the, British, French and Americans came to South African waters to hunt Southern Right Whales. 1913 a whaling station was established at Stoney Point, on the property of Mr. Walsh who sold 60 acres to Mr Frank Cook who employed a small group of Norwegians and started the whaling station 'waaigat' which operated until 1930. Today the remains of this horrible place is still visible to remind us of how these animals were slaughtered. Images of the Whales station can be viewed at the Whale station Restaurant.
Through all of this Betty's Bay has change into a beautiful charming town, situated within the Kogelberg Biosphere and home to the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden. Betty's Bay is renowned for it beautiful floral kingdom it's a paradise for any nature lover or if your just seeking some peace and quiet.
In the late 1700's the, British, French and Americans came to South African waters to hunt Southern Right Whales. 1913 a whaling station was established at Stoney Point, on the property of Mr. Walsh who sold 60 acres to Mr Frank Cook who employed a small group of Norwegians and started the whaling station 'waaigat' which operated until 1930. Today the remains of this horrible place is still visible to remind us of how these animals were slaughtered. Images of the Whales station can be viewed at the Whale station Restaurant.
Through all of this Betty's Bay has change into a beautiful charming town, situated within the Kogelberg Biosphere and home to the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden. Betty's Bay is renowned for it beautiful floral kingdom it's a paradise for any nature lover or if your just seeking some peace and quiet.
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