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Herd`s Cove Bed and Breakfast

Herd’s Cove borders on the coastal nature Reserve which forms part of the Kogelberg Biosphere. As Kleinmond nestles between the mountain and the sea we offer superb sea and mountain views. Accommodation: There are two large luxuriously furnished guest rooms. These share a comfortable lounge that leads on to a sea facing deck. Both bedrooms have all the amenities to ensure the comfort of the guests. One of the bedrooms has an en suite bathroom with a shower only while the other bedroom has an antique bath in the bedroom with separate basin and toilet facility. There are tea and coffee making facilities. The lounge offers the quests the opportunity to relax in comfort, there are numerous informative books and magazines as well as DSTV. Activities Kleinmond, just over an hours drive from Cape Town along the spectacular seaside Clarence Drive is in the heart of the fynbos kingdom. There are numerous hiking trails in the mountain area as well as along the shore. Of special interest are the wild horses that are found in the wetland area along the lagoon. Canoes can be hired for a trip along the lagoon where one may encounter the horses. Places of interest close to Kleinmond include the beautiful Harold Porter Botanical Gardens and the Stony Point Penguin Colony. Kleinmond is a charrming but functional little town. There are all the necessary amenities as well as some beautiful beaches. The quaint harbour area has a number of interesting little shops as well as a variety of restaurants. From the Herd’s Cove deck one can watch the Southern Right Whales and the area is renowned for some of the best land-based whale watching views. For the golfer there are two alternatives. Arabella, rated as being amongst South Africa’s Top 10 is well known for the Nelson Mandela Golf Day . The Kleinmond Golf Course is beautifully situated and also well rated amongst South African 9-hole courses.. Kleinmond is ideally situated to enable one to explore all the charms of the whole Overberg area. Herd’s Cove is a place for all seasons and is a haven of peace and tranquility. Historical Interest: Herd’s Cove takes its name from the small inlet in front of the house that was named ‘Herd se Baai’ or ‘Herd’s Cove’. The Herd was an English sea captain who buiilt a fishing cottage here in the 1920’s. The cottage was known as ‘Herd se Huis’ - a National Heritage Site- and still stands next to the Bed and Breakfast establishment.

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