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Reviews of Protea & Pincushion Cottages

191 2nd Street Voelklip, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa

#29 of 267 Holiday rentals in Hermanus

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 120 apartment reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Incline between lounge and bedroom. Both of us stumbled more than once. A line painted on the floor would help to solve the problem. Duvet a bit too heavy.

    Spacious, well-equipped. Departure time was flexible.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    9.0
    After almost 3 weeks in the comfortable well-equipped Protea cottage, I was sad to say my goodbyes to this beautiful spa
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 24 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the space and the beautifully decorated interior. It was a secure place for both me and my vehicle. Eunice and Sam were very attentive hosts and gave excellent assistance. A room with both sea and mountain views is just the very best. I loved the welcoming pack of a chenin blanc wine and basket of nibblies. Thank you!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    N/A

    Location superb. Great amenities, everything you need. Will use again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Beautiful and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great value for money, simple to get in and out and the environment was very hospitable. Loved our stay and would highly recommend to anyone looking for great views and convenience.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 15 nights

    We could hear the people in the unit above us a bit more than we liked. The fridge was a bit small and needed defrosting. A 3rd or 4th dining chair would have been appreciated.

    The perfect location for us - easy for walks on the mountain and a short walk or dive to our favourite beach. It has a lovely sense of space with the view of the garden and pool. Sam and Unisy looked after us so well.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Perfect summer beachside stay in lovely Hermanus
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Could do with a bigger pan/pot (only a pasta/deep pot and a small egg pan) - Bed was very soft on one side, slightly sunken (some people may prefer a softer bed though)

    - Pictures are accurate, cosy, lovely apartment - Friendly hosts, Sam came to meet us and Unisi checked in and shared some recommendations - Beautiful garden view with the ocean on the horizon and amazing view of the mountain as well - Pool was sparking clean, lovely pool chairs and umbrella (weather permitting we’d have loved to enjoy it!) - approx 12 min drive from main town but 3 min from the beach (again, had we had better weather this would have been ideal!) - Sweet touches; enough coffee pods for duration of stay, bedside chocolates, biscuits for tea, umbrella for the rain, gas heater for the cold - Shower feels a bit small, but awesome rain-shower head - Easy, safe, secure parking and access to the property

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    A welcome return to Protea Cottage!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing, always a pleasure!

    Sam met us to handover the keys. We've stayed before and Sam is always available and so helpful. Location is perfect for a short walk down to Grotto Beach and a drink or meal at Dutchies or the Hopside Down Taproom which we highly recommend, amazing Menu & Great service. Secure self parking. The Pool is stunning and loungers and Towels are provided. Back-up power means you don't even notice the loadshedding schedules. Short drive into town. Cannot wait for a return visit! Thank you Unisi and Sam

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    A beautiful property, the apartment upstair was very cozy, it was very relaxing by the pool. Sam and Eunice went out of
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very secure

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower drain was unfortunately either blocked or does not drain properly.

    Very cosy, clean and luxurious.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    A lovely cottage, very well appointed. We have already booked to return !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have liked a king bed rather than a double bed.

    Very well appointed cottage with a lovely garden in a quiet location Very friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very pretty grounds, nice and quiet with good access to the beach and the mountains behind. Sam is lovely and extremely helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Best hotel experience we had in South Africa, so well organised. Made our stay 10/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This a exceptional good hotel. Staff couldnt be more helpfull. Super friendly and always smiling. We could check in 1 hour earlier and park our car already. Room was perfect and clean with a comfortable bed. Breakfast was unbelievable, great variaty to choose from. After check out we Could stay at the rooftop pool and have lunch with drinks.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    A hidden gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our only bit of negative feedback was that the sound proofing between the two flats is not very good. We could hear a lot of what our neighbours were up to and we were grateful that they weren't on their honeymoon (!). But if you get friendly co-holiday makers (as we did) then you'll have a great stay here.

    This place was a real find and we would stay here again. The location is great if you're looking for a quiet get away. The area feels safe. You have less options for walking-distance restaurants than if you stayed closer to Hermanus, but we LOVED Dutchies beach bar and went there twice during our short stay. The room was spotlessly clean and whilst there isn't a full kitchen you could just about make a cooked breakfast with the facilities that are there if you wanted to.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We enjoyed everything about our stay. The cottage is gorgeous, location fantastic and host amazing!! Will definitely go back!!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    Great service, thoughtful aswell.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    That we had to leave lol

    Meeting the host was great, shes soooo welcoming. The apartment itself is so spectacular, unlike anything we have been to before and we LOVE Hermanus. Absolutely going back, if God allows ☺ Even received a gift for our 10th anniversary ☺

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    peace and quiet of the surroundings. Ocean view.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bigger bed

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything. The pool, even though it was too cold to use - looking at it was already tranquil. The bed is suuuper comfy. Secured. No load shedding issues they have their own power supplies. Got private parking. We walked the streets in the night as well felt safe even then. The whole place is super cute, quiet, cozy and we just wish we would have stayed longer honestly. We could imagine ourselves coming more often! The host Unisi is super friendly, responsive and gave us some valuable info without which our experience would be poorer. So thanks for that, for a lovely 2 days well spent. All the best!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    9.0
    Safe, secure and peaceful, comfortable and all self-catering amenities available. Good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We used the property as a base for our busy schedule. The place was private, comfortable, spacious enough for our needs and did not lack in any amenities. As a self-catering unit it served us very well - kitchenette, dining table and lounge in one space, looking onto a pleasing garden and swimming pool. The bed was comfortable with convenient plug points for cell chargers etc. and the bathroom was clean and spacious with a decent-sized shower. Coffee pods, a box of biscuits and kit-kat bars at the bedside made for a nice finishing touch. Set against a spectacular mountain behind us. Bonus was the accessibility of Grotto Beach and Cliff Path within walking distance.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Comfortable 1 bedroom cottage in Voelklip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nicely decorated and equipped. Quality linen and comfy queen bed. Pretty pool view.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    10
    Found a gem in Hermanus
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic hosts and went above and beyond, despite us arriving late and allowing us to check out late. The little things, biscuits, coffee machine & coffee pods and the Le Crueset mugs were a welcome surprise. Amazing, spacious, and very comfortable accommodation and highly recommend to anyone coming to Hermanus.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    10
    Peaceful loft room with gorgeous scenic views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    It is a peaceful and delightful place! There is a view of the ocean, and Sam is wonderfully helpful. There are so many lovely little touches, like four big bath towels, chocolates on the side tables, beach towels, an umbrella, coffee, and tea with rusks. It is a gem of a place!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Convenience and bedding

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    8.0
    It was enjoyable and will come soon again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There is only one thing. When you enter the room, there is a small step. It will be wise just to put on a sign because it can be dangerous for older people. Except for that, everything was excellent.

    That there was never load-shedding. It was clean and thank you for all the rusks and chips. Sam was very helpful. I read one of the books that was amazing.

    Stayed in May 2023

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