7 Whale Rock Estate, Whale Close, Westcliff, , 7200 Hermanus, South Africa
#32 of 279 Holiday rentals in Hermanus
Guests' ChoiceBased on 120 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 September 2024
Angus
United KingdomNot that we didn’t like it but it feels that the property might need a bit of TLC in some areas. Nothing major.
Beautiful setting, well stocked, comfortable and d really helpful service.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Angeliqa
South AfricaNothing not to like about this place
Lovely stay with the beach right in front of the house. Very neat place
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 August 2024
Thomas
GermanyNice place to stay and see the whales!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2024
Abdullah
Saudi ArabiaNice view
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Craig
United KingdomWe were there in winter time in SA, and although there were heaters, it did get a little chilly in the evening, but this doesn't detract from what a great place, location & stay we had.
The location was stunning, views from the house were amazing, perfect for watching the waves and sunset. Ideally located for the centre of Hermanus & exploring the Whale Coast. Check in was great, and very accommodating/flexible around our arrival time. Property itself was ideal for us
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Dr
GermanyClose to the new harbour where the whale watching tours start.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Aubrey
South AfricaThe close proximity to the sea
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
George
South AfricaThe directions to get there were not the best and we got lost.
It was just so beautiful. The view was spectacular.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Hermien
South AfricaFantastic location, waves crashing right in front of you. Very clean and well equipped. Super friendly hosts with good recommendations.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Julie
United Kingdomn.a
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Irenay
United Arab EmiratesEverything was perfect.
This property has the most beautiful view of the ocean. The kitchen is well kitted out and it is great for entertaining.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Leonard
South AfricaCould include a few bathroom amenities like shower gel, soap.
Great location. Close to the town and also to the main wine route road. Good information provided by host.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Sabine
NetherlandsNice view out to the ocean. Very responsive host. There’s a pool in the community.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Samantha
United KingdomRight close to the rocks and sea within a stone throw away.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Duduzile
South AfricaNothing really
The views were out of this world
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Gavin
South AfricaAmazing views right in the rocks. Quiet and peaceful and such a gem
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
As'ad
South AfricaNo mixer taps in 2 bathroom sinks.
The view!. On the beach and had everything you need including washing machine, dishwasher and cleaning products as well, emergency lights, gas stove and even a flask. Very clean and neat apartment! Wish we could stay longer
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
John
United KingdomPoor curtains , no protection from light, sleeping difficult.
The crashing waves
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Karen
AustraliaThe apartment is decorated well & is comfortable. Personally I’d love to see it given a small upgrade to modernise facilities to make it fantastic ie Bathrooms, kitchen stove.
Loved our stay. The phenomenal position of the apartment with waves crashing on the rocks outside our doors.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Joanne
United KingdomEverything was good
The most amazing sea views for whale watching and Irene was a fantastic host. Very helpful and provided lots of information.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Lucy
United KingdomWe liked everything!
Superb location, we watched whales off the coast while we ate our breakfast on the patio
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Brazil
Australianeeds an upgrade with everything. abit tired looking. the place was clean and irene was very pleasant and communicated well. werent told on the load shedding ( when they know you are a visitor from another country they should explain about it ) and they had no back up when power when out. they gave us a little gas burner for kettle and some lights for night time to go to the bathroom etc. we should of asked about load shedding before hand but thought that all the other places we stayed in had back up and this place would too seeing it was a holiday letting. not near any restaurants or shops. would of liked to be closer. it is right near an abalone factory. if we came again to hermanus we would stay closer to town and we could still have an ocean view.
location was ok the best part about it was the view of the wild waves
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Niamh
LuxembourgNothing that we didn’t like about this property. The load shedding is a pain (but not in any way under the control of the owners!). The property owners have done everything possible to minimize the inconvenience by providing powerful torches, an additional gas powered camping stove etc.
Amazing location right on ocean front, you can literally feel the ocean spray from the patio. Stunning ocean views. Three bedrooms, indoor and outdoor seating areas, safe and secure residential area.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Je
SingaporeNil
Irene was a extremely friendly host, greeting us upon arrival. Beds with heater were also very comfy in the cold weather.
Stayed in August 2023
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