FrancolinHof Guest House, Hermanus, Western Cape
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Telephone: +27 (0)28 315-0471, Facsimile: +27 (0)28 314-0587, Mobile: +27 (0)84 600-7058
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Honeymoons » DESCRIPTION: Get closer to South African nature at FrancolinHof, an owner-managed guesthouse overlooking one of the loveliest views in Hermanus of both the mountain and the sea. Ideally situated bordering Fernkloof Nature Reserve, FrancolinHof is surrounded by birdlife, proteas and other fynbos. After sundowners on your balcony, a good meal and peaceful sleep far from the noise of traffic, you will feel refreshed to explore Hermanus or do one of the many activities accessible on site. These include a stroll onto the mountain from our garden - or a steeper climb for the more energetic - or a guided walk can be arranged to introduce you to the rich floral heritage of the Overberg. AccommodationFrom all four luxury en suite rooms, patios and balconies enjoy sweeping views of the mountain and Walker Bay - and whales in the distance - during the day, sunsets in the evening and Hermanus lights at night. Each comfortably luxurious bedroom has the option of twin or king-sized beds and has a TV, mini fridge, hairdryer and tea/coffee-making facilities. Heaters are installed and fans are provided as necessary, and there is underfloor heating and heated towel rails in all bathrooms. The lounge and dining area of FrancolinHof is wheelchair accessible, as is one of our en suite luxury bedrooms. BreakfastBreakfast includes healthy and hearty options with home-made and local produce. We consult a dietician for special dietary requirements on request. Picnic and sundowner baskets are available with advance warning. HoneymoonsRelax in the peace and quiet luxury of FrancolinHof for this special time together. Take romantic walks on the beach at sunset or enjoy the view of the setting sun from your balcony or the Cliff Path with a Sundowner Picnic Basket, with our compliments for all couples spending a minimum of two nights of your honeymoon with us. Hermanus offers a wide range of activities and restaurants - and at night FrancolinHof offers wonderful, romantic views of the lights of Hermanus across the bay. Attractions & ActivitiesTwo of the major attractions of Hermanus - the Cliff Path and the soft white sand of the Blue Flag Grotto beach are just a 10 minute walk downhill from FrancolinHof. The Cliff Path is 12km of undulating, fairly easy walking, starting at Grotto Beach and ending at the New Harbour - with the larger part of the path being between Grotto Beach and the centre of town at the picturesque Old Harbour. The Cliff Path is a prime whale watching site, walking path and location to enjoy sundowners. The restaurants in the centre of Hermanus and Hermanus golf course are about a 5km drive away, as are the beautiful gardens of the Fernkloof Nature Reserve. Other nearby activity options include • mountain biking - the trail passes behind FrancolinHof • horse-riding • boating or sea kayaking • helicopter rides • boat-based whale watching • the Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley with its wine farms and restaurants are about 12kms away. LocationFrancolinHof is an excellent base to explore the many places of interest in the Overberg and South Coast. A little further afield and easy day trips include shark cage viewing and diving from Kleinbaai / Gansbaai, bird watching by dingy on the Stanford River, the penguin colony and Harold Porter Gardens at Betty’s Bay. 4X4 driving trail, the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas, the caves and beach at De Kelders, the Mission station at Elim, candle factory shop at Bredasdorp, as well as the holiday villages of Greyton and Kleinmond. We will be happy to provide directions or make reservations for restaurant and activities for you. |
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DIRECTIONS: N2 from Cape Town - direction Somerset West Stay on the N2, past Somerset West, the Strand and Gordons Bay. EITHER - Mountain Pass Go up Sir Lowry’s Pass, pass Elgin & Grabouw – with excellent farmstalls/restaurants, and continue up the Houw Hoek Pass. As you descend the other side you will get to a very sharp hairpin bend corner and immediately after that you will begin to see the signs for the turn off to Hermanus - R43. You feed off to the left and cross the N2 on a flyover. Continued below (see "Both Routes"). ALTERNATELY – Coastal Road Turn off the N2 at the bottom of Sir Lowry’s Pass (on the Cape Town side of the mountain, before you begin the climb) towards Gordon’s Bay, and follow the scenic R44 around the coast past Rooiels, Pringle Bay, Betty’s Bay (stop at Stoney Point and see the penguins!) and Kleinmond. This road ends at a T-Junction with the R43. Turn right towards Hermanus. This route takes about 20 minutes longer. Continued below (see "Both Routes"). BOTH ROUTES From the turnoff onto the R43 – after 24kms you arrive in the centre of Hermanus. Drive straight and eventually a traffic light will force you to turn left. 3.5 kms further you will reach a very big traffic circle (roundabout). Go ˝ way around the circle (ie keep going straight !) past the Friendly Seven Eleven store on your left, and 1/2km further, just as you come to the top of a small rise in the road, you will see 10th Avenue (one signboard will point right to Grotto Blue Flag Beach and other points to ‘guest house’ left up to the mountain. Continue straight up 10th Avenue – we are at the very top of the road. We look forward to welcoming you to FrancolinHof Guest House. Directions from the Garden Route on request. |
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