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Luxury self-catering accommodation at the popular South African seaside resort of ARNISTON, recommended by TIME MAGAZINE as one of The World's Best Hideaways.
From Cape Town, take a leisurely drive along the N2, over the magnificent Sir Lowry's Pass, past the apple orchards of Grabouw and Elgin, and through the patchwork of Bredasdorp's wheatlands to ARNISTON, a fishing village two centuries old. Arniston is named after one of the many ships that were wrecked along this stretch of South African coastline, having become victims of 'The Cape of Storms'.
Waenhuiskrans, meaning 'The wagon house cliff' because of its size, is an alternate name for Arniston. This incredible tidal cave was carved in the sandstone cliff by the sea over centuries of time.
SO MUCH TO DO
Just a stone's throw away are rock-pools where you can gather your own oysters or other delectable shellfish, and there is the slipway where you can bargain with local fishermen for fresh fish, or even catch your own Galjoen or Steenbras to cook over a braai in the privacy of your own thatched lapa.
The Bredasdorp Shipwreck Museum is well worth a visit to read up on the rich local maritime history. Not far away is the historical town of Swellendam, which was the capital of an independent Republic for a short while in it's history. From there you can return via Malgas and the Breede River. The road back to Arniston takes you past the famous De Hoop Nature Reserve.
Or you can take an afternoon trip to Cape L'Agulhas, and stand there at the lighthouse on the southern-most point of the African continent and, gazing southwards, know that there is nothing but ocean between you and the South Pole. That is an awesome feeling!
During the winter months from May to November, you can view the Southern Right Whales that come to mate and calve in the warm waters off Arniston. Finally, take away with you some shells that you have collected one restful afternoon as you walked on the beach. Back at home, pick one up now and then, put it to your ear to hear again the sound of the surf breaking on the shore, and remember the pleasant days you spent here.
OUR COTTAGES
You will see from the picture that our cottages are situated on a headland close to the sea. The beaches are within easy walking distance. Children of all ages are welcome.
These impressive luxury cottages with thatched roofs are built in the unique style of the original Fisherman's cottages of the area. The cottages have a three star grading from The South African Tourism Board (SATOUR). Pets under certain conditions are welcome.
The cottages have quarry tile floors, reed ceilings and open log fireplaces. The relaxed ambience is enhanced by cosy bedrooms and light, airy living areas. It is complemented by colourful cane and pine furnishings. Some balconies have wonderful views of the sea and the surrounding dunes.
Each cottage has a modern kitchen, fully equipped with everything from a microwave oven to a tin opener.
The cottages are serviced daily allowing you to relax and enjoy the casual lifestyle of Arniston.
Prices per night
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