The Bottom House Self Catering House in Hermanus

Self Catering Home & Cottage
The Bottom House
The Bottom House and The Cottage are located in the trendy residential area of Voëlklip, Hermanus - home to Grotto and Voëlklip beaches. The units are tastefully furnished to comfortably accommodate 6 guests in the house and 2 in The Cottage.

Grotto and Voëlklip beaches are a stroll away with Hermanus' shops and restaurants a mere 5 km. Surround yourself in the peace and tranquility of a home which has been lovingly cared for and equipped to make your holiday a memorable one.
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Things To Do in Hermanus and Surrounds
Activities include wine routes, hiking, biking, paintball, horse riding, quad biking and mountain walks in the Hemel-En-Aarde Valley.

In and around Hermanus you can enjoy bird watching, cliff walks, whale watching, beaches, shopping in the many and varied shops and boutiques, fabulous restaurants, kayaking, canoeing, abseiling, sand boarding, jet skiing, kite surfing, paragliding, and White Shark cage diving in Gansbaai.

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Abseiling
Hermanus Old Harbour at Gearings Point is a perfect spot for abseiling, as it’s not too high (about 20 metres) and has marvellous views.
Tel: +27 (0) 72 062 8500

Percy Tours

Birding
Birds are prolific at Hermanus. There are more than 100 species of which several are endemic.
Tel: +27 (0) 28 314 1167

Hermanus Bird Club

Botanising
Fernkloof Nature Reserve covers 1800 ha in the Kleinrivier Mountains above Hermanus and ranges in altitude from sea level to 842 m. In late 1957, this reserve was proclaimed by the Provincial Council of the Cape. It protects coastal and mountain fynbos and a small patch of montane and dune forest. Parts of the coastal area including the Cliff Path, the Mossel River valley, and the area from De Mond to Kettle Point, including the mouth of the Vogelgat River and part of the Klein River lagoon have recently been incorporated into the Fernkloof Nature Reserve.

Braai at Bottom House
Sit on the terrace and braairoom and enjoy the balmy summer air, while the memories of onerous tasks dissipate and you are enveloped in the atmosphere of tranquility and peace.

View splendid sunsets from the terrace as the sun sets over the sea, see the town in the distance.

Boating
Hermanus
Neptune's Divers for Sunset Cruises and Diving Lessons
Tel: 071 424 3428
Whale Cruises for whale-watching cruises
Tel: 028-3132722 & 082 369 8931
The Whale Watchers for whale-watching cruises
Tel: 028-312 4957 or 082 931 8064
Southern Right Charters for whale-watching cruises and sunset cruises
Tel: 082 353 0550
Stanford
Klein River
For a funfilled day on the Klein River in Stanford, join the team on the African Queen for an eco-friendly cruise down the Klein River. With breathtaking views of the Klein River Mountains, this cruise is unforgettable. The Klein River itself, features more than 127 kinds of birds as well as a variety of salt and fresh water fish, including bass. Otters, terrapins and various other indiginous animals are also found here.
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Cycling
Serious road cyclists meet at Voëlkip traffic circle at 6h00 in peak season.

Mountain Biking (MTB)
Wine2Whales MTB Race is an annual event.

Mountain Biking Routes
Parallel to Cliff Path – 400 m from Bottom House
Fernkloof MTB trail - 2,5 km from Bottom House
Hemel and Aarde. Permit required (10 km from Bottom House)
Elgin Valley (Brochures at Elgin Valley Tourism +27 (0)21 848 9838
Kogelberg Nature Reserve
Festivals and Events
There are numerous festivals happening throughout the year, which always attract large groups of people. So if you don’t like crowds, stay away but if you enjoy a bit of festivity take note of the events listed below. The dates vary from year to year and can be obtained from the Tourism Bureau on 028 312 2629

Sandbaai Kalfiefees (baby-whale festival)
Hermanus Whale Festival
Hermanus Wine and Food Festival
Mountain Run
The Wildflower Festival
Parkrun is a weekly event. The Colour Run and Sandbaai Fish Bash are annual events.

The Hermanus Golf Course is located on Main Road.
Horse Riding
Horse riding can be enjoyed at several venues in and around Hermanus.

Kayaking
Kayaks are the only craft allowed in Walker Bay Whale Sanctuary. Enjoy magnificent views of the cliffs, sea life and the possible opportunity to view whales from their level.

Shark-Cage Diving
For adrenalin junkies you've come to the right place. Just 35 kms from Hermanus lies Kleinbaai Harbour where all white shark diving tours are operated. To book in advance for an adrenalin and funfilled day follow the link below:

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