Ocean Eleven in Hermanus
This is a luxury colonial style guest house situated right on the cliff tops of Hermanus – ideal location for spotting those Southern Right Whales.
Hermanus is a must stop destination for anyone heading up the coast from Cape Town during the whale season which is June to September. This normally sleppy seaside town becomes a hive of activity during the months when the Southern Right Whales come into the bay to breed. With a background of picturesque mountains and an uniterupted of the bay lain in before you you, this is a perfect getaway spot to enjoy seaside living.
Location:
Hermanus is most famous for it’s whale festival which is during the spring months however anytime of the year it stands proudly on the coastline a couple of hours east of Cape Town. This village hides behind its sleepy coastal facade but actually proves to be just as appealing to adventure seekers with opportunities of kayaking, shark cage diving and many more.
Price:
From £90 including bed and breakfast
When to go:
If you are particularly interested in whale watching the best month to go would definitely be in October. However the rest of the summer months from September through to March are perfect for strolling across the beaches, hiking the mountains and exploring the markets. The winter months for this are are fairly stormy and cold but if you are looking foa romantic getaway, its the perfect hidden gem to cuddle up with your chosen one next to a log fire.
The Finer Details
Oceans Eleven is a intimate guest house that is only mad up if ten rooms. It it extremely light and spacious as it has kept up its colonial image with wooden floors, tall ceilings and windows and incredible elegant architecture. However, due to pristine seaside position it has hasn’t had to try too hard to tone down the colonialism with a beachy charm. This is the best part about it – elegant luxury yet where you are not afraid to get sand between your toes and behind your ears.