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WHALESONG LODGE, GANSBAAI
Guest House / Lodge 
Located in Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa
 
 
Website:  www.placesforafrica.com/whalesonglodge/
 
 
CONTACT DETAILS:
 
Contact: Stanley
 
Whalesong Lodge
83 Cliff Street
De Kelders
Gansbaai
Western Cape
 
Please visit the establishment's website (see link above) to obtain telephonic and/or email contact details.
 
 
DESCRIPTION:
 
Whalesong Lodge is a seafront guest house overlooking the picturesque Walker Bay with views stretching from the white sand dunes of "Die Plaat" past Hermanus all the way to Cape Point. The area offers excellent whale watching, shark cage diving, diverse fynbos, coastal cliffs and deserted beaches. It is situated only 2 hours from Cape Town just before the town of Gansbaai which is famous for its great white sharks.

The 5 spacious open plan rooms are thoughtfully yet stylishly decorated each with sea view and a small private balcony to take in the fresh sea air. The en-suite bathrooms, with underfloor heating, separate bath and shower are elegant but functional. The large comfortable open plan lounge and dining room lead out to a wooden deck. Ideal to watch the whales that play only meters from the shore. For the cooler months there is a cosy fireplace and a good selection of South African red wines. The wooden deck leads to a small pool but if one prefer to swim in the sea there are a number of small coves within easy walking distance. A short drive will take you to a number of sandy beaches.

Delicious breakfasts and dinners are lovingly prepared and served in an informal surrounding and with a stunning view over Walker bay. With Gansbaai's fishing harbour only minutes away there is an ample supply of fresh seafood. We previously owned a small hotel in the Cape winelands so we have tasted and collected the best wines of the area to be savoured by our guests. Whalesong Lodge is an ideal base to spend a number of days to explore the area. It's a paradise for whale watching, shark diving or just for leisurely walks along the coast.
 
 
FACILITIES AND ATTRACTIONS:
 
  • 5 open plan bedrooms
  • En-suite bathroom facilities
  • Honeymoon suite with jacuzzi
  • Underfloor heating
  • Delicious meals
  • Spacious lounge and dining room
  • Cosy fireplace
  • Wooden deck
  • Splash pool
  • World class whale watching
  • Shark cage diving
  • Horse riding
  • Quad biking
  • Fynbos hikes
  • Bird watching
  • Wine tasting
  • Stunning sunsets all year round
  • Spectacular sea views
  • Nearby Gansbaai's harbour
  • Nearby endless sandy beaches
  • Nearby Hermanus
 
 
ACCREDITATIONS:
 
  • Portfolio Collection
 
 
RATES:
 
4 Standard Rooms

1 August 2007 - 31 August 2008

Single: R700 per person per night
Sharing: R500 per person per night

1 September 2008 - 31 December 2008

Single: R840 per person per night
Sharing: R600 per person per night

1 January 2009 - 31 July 2009

Single: R700 per person per night
Sharing: R500 per person per night

1 Suite

1 August 2007 - 31 August 2008

Single: R1120 per person per night
Sharing: R800 per person per night

1 September 2008 - 31 December 2008

Single: R1190 per person per night
Sharing: R850 per person per night

1 January 2009 - 31 July 2009

Single: R1120 per person per night
Sharing: R800 per person per night

Methods of payment accepted: Cash, Credit Cards

** Rates are provided as a guideline only, and are subject to change without prior notice.
Please confirm when booking.
 
 
DIRECTIONS:
 
From Cape Town (162km)

Follow the N2 highway to Botriver turning onto the R43 through Hermanus to Stanford and onto Gansbaai. Take first right turn into De Kelders down to the sea turn right into Cliff Street. The guest house is the third house on your right, No. 83.

From Gordon's Bay (196km)

For the scenic route take the N2 to Gordon's Bay then take the R44 along the coast past Kleinmond joining R43 to Hermanus and Stanford. Follow the instructions as above.

From George (346km)

Follow N2 highway until you have traveled 6km past "Riviersonderend", then turn left onto R326 to Stanford.
Follow the instructions as above.
 
 
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