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The Farmhouse Hotel sits on the hill above the Langebaan Lagoon on the Cape West Coast of South Africa. Originally built in 1860 as the Panorama Farm Homestead, it was beautifully restored in 1992, recreating the original Cape Dutch farmstead atmosphere. It retains the charm of reed ceilings, huge fireplaces and outstanding views of the lagoon. The restaurant offers traditional Cape cuisine and has received a Diners Club Award of Excellence. The wine cellar is built in the original underground water tanks and specialises in wines of the West Coast and Swartland regions.
The climate in the region is arid and the sea breeze is cooled by the Benguela current whose cold fertile water supports an abundance of marine life. The area around the Lagoon (30 000 ha) was proclaimed a National Park in 1985 and is home to one of the world's largest populations of sea birds. In summer thousands of waders migrate here. The off-shore islands offer safe breeding sites for many species notably the Cape Gannet and the rare African Oyster Catcher. At certain times of the year pink-winged Flamingoes and graceful Pelicans also visit this haven which is an ornithologist's paradise.
This unique landscape is blessed with another of nature's miracles. In Spring the coastal fields of unique fynbos are transformed into a floral sea of gently swaying colour, alive with millions of wild flowers, from pure, gentle white to deep luxuriant purples and blues.
All rooms include the following features:
Luxury suites: These rooms have lagoon views, either king size bed or twin beds, a fireplace and an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower.
Classic rooms: These rooms have lagoon views, either king size bed or twin beds, a fireplace and an en-suite bathroom with shower only.
Family Suite: This room has a sea view and is ideal for 4 persons.
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