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De Kelders is a small coastal village on the eastern shore of Walker Bay, about 160 kilometres from Cape Town. It sits above a rocky shoreline known for some of the best land-based whale watching in South Africa, drawing visitors from June through December each year.
Luxury oceanfront accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai, perched on cliffs with panoramic views over Walker Bay. Positioned as one of the best whale watching vantage points, near Hermanus.
Bellamente Sirene is a Mediterranean-style self-catering accommodation in Gansbaai with 7 apartments from one to three bedrooms featuring Atlantic Ocean views, accommodating families and couples.
Nestled in the picturesque De Kelders, House Olive is a luxurious deluxe holiday home designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. Accommodating up to 6 guests, this stunning property offers three generously sized bedrooms, each fitted with a plush king-sized bed to ensure a restful stay. The modern ensuite bathrooms feature sleek, contemporary showers for a refreshing experience. The heart of the home lies in its expansive living spaces. The fully equipped kitchen boasts all the amenities needed for preparing gourmet meals, from a stove and oven to a spacious fridge and dishwasher, making meal prep effortless. The open-plan design flows seamlessly into the inviting sitting area, which features satellite TV and complimentary Wi-Fi, allowing guests to unwind or stay connected while enjoying the comfort of their home. For those who love the outdoors, House Olive excels with its exceptional outdoor spaces. Step out onto the balcony and be captivated by breathtaking sea views, a perfect spot to watch the waves or enjoy a morning coffee. The outdoor patio is furnished with comfortable seating and BBQ facilities, ideal for al fresco dining and socializing with family or friends while soaking in the tranquil surroundings. Whether you're looking to relax by the sea, explore the local area, or indulge in delicious meals at home, House Olive provides a luxurious setting with everything you need for an unforgettable holiday experience.
Kingsview Guesthouse provides the perfect seaside escape with two beautifully appointed holiday homes. Each home is thoughtfully equipped with all the essentials to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay, offering a true home-away-from-home experience by the ocean. Kingsview Guesthouse consist of 2 holiday homes, Kingsview Holiday Home-126 De Villiers and Queensview Holiday Home-132 De Villiers. Kingsview Holiday Home - 126 De Villiers offers cosy accommodation for up to 3 guests, featuring two bedrooms. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfortable double bed, while the second bedroom has a single bed. The bathroom is well-appointed with a shower, toilet, washbasin, and ample cabinet space. The fully equipped kitchen includes a stove, oven, microwave, fridge, and coffee and tea facilities, making self-catering a breeze. Guests can enjoy meals at the dining table, and the inviting living area boasts a flat-screen TV with DSTV and a fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The house also has an indoor braai area. Queensview Holiday Home - 132 De Villiers is a spacious retreat, perfect for up to 6 guests. It features three comfortable bedrooms, each fitted with a double bed, and two well-equipped bathrooms, both with showers, toilets, and washbasins. The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, oven, microwave, fridge, toaster, and coffee and tea facilities, making meal preparation convenient and enjoyable. The cosy sitting area offers a flat-screen TV with DSTV for entertainment. Outside, guests can unwind in the outdoor braai area, complete with a dining table and comfortable outdoor furniture, ideal for alfresco dining and relaxation. Both holiday homes come with complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring guests stay connected throughout their stay.
Two-unit seafront accommodation in De Kelders with whale and dolphin watching views across Walker Bay. Ideal for observing marine life.
65 on Cliff in De Kelders is modern ocean-front guesthouse accommodation on the Cape Whale Coast, with views across Walker Bay to the Kleinrivier Mountains.
Whale Huys Luxury Eco Villa is a self-catering oceanfront accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai, with panoramic views across Walker Bay toward Hermanus.
B&B accommodation in Gansbaai, 500 metres from Stanford's Cove beach, with balconies offering sea views of Walker Bay. All-inclusive breakfast included. Whale watching available.
Whale Waters Guest Lodge is an 8-bedroom self-catering accommodation on cliffs in De Kelders, Gansbaai, overlooking Walker Bay and accommodating 14 guests.
Kleinzee Oceanfront Guesthouse is cliffside accommodation in De Kelders with all-ocean-facing suites and direct cliff path access for land-based whale watching of Southern Right whales and calves.
Private oceanfront eco-bungalow in De Kelders, Gansbaai, 2 hours from Cape Town. Three-bedroom accommodation for 6 guests with whale-watching views, jacuzzi, and solar power.
Family-friendly three-bedroom accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai, for up to 6 guests, with fully equipped kitchen, living area, braai space, and private lounge.
Luxury beachfront accommodation in Hermanus featuring 3 sea-facing suites with full-board fine dining, positioned for whale-watching overlooking Walker Bay.
Benguela Lodge and Restaurant in Gansbaai offers accommodation with four room types, sea views, an on-site restaurant, and access to great white shark cage diving activities.
*La Petite Baleine Seaside Villa has a pool set on a private patio overlooking Walker Bay. This entire area is world home to whale watching at its best and the prime-positioned villa constantly boasts seasonal views of both whales and dolphins at play in the bay *The lounge area with spectacular views has a flat-screen television with DSTV along with a fireplace. The dining area also boasts beautiful views and also has a fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a dishwasher for your convenience. The large verandah has an outside barbecue. The boule court set in a Fynbos garden overlooks the ocean. Wifi is freely available throughout the villa *En-suite, extra length queen bed, bath & shower & views of the ocean, second bedroom extra length queen bed & views of the ocean shares a separate large bathroom with the bunk room which has bunk beds & a single bed, the outside suite has king extra length bed with an ensuite with shower room
Demure & Sea la Vie offers well-appointed self-catering accommodation in a peaceful coastal setting, ideal for couples, families and small groups seeking comfort, space and convenience. The one-bedroom apartment features a double bed and a double sofa bed, accommodating up to two adults and two children under 12 years. It includes a comfortable sitting area with TV, Wi-Fi, a dining table and a private bathroom with a shower. The kitchenette is equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and tea and coffee facilities. Outdoor furniture and braai facilities are provided. The three-bedroom apartment offers generous living space with three double beds, suitable for families or groups. It features a spacious sitting and dining area with a fireplace, TV, Wi-Fi, and ocean views. The bathroom includes a separate bath and shower, towels, bathroom amenities, a hairdryer, a washing machine, an iron and an ironing board. The fully equipped kitchen offers a dishwasher, oven, stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and tea and coffee facilities, with all kitchen supplies provided. Outdoor furniture and braai facilities are available. Both apartments are non-smoking and fitted with non-feather pillows. No pets allowed. Quiet hours from 22h00 to 07h00.
Stanford's Cove Villa is a luxurious, split-level Villa that is situated on the edge of an indigenous fynbos green-belt on the edge of a milkwood forest, just meters away from Stanfords Cove. The Villa boasts two tastefully decorated self-catering levels, each with its own private entrance. Villa One has two bedrooms and sleeps four, while Villa Two has three bedrooms and sleeps six. A private pathway leads from the Villa to a safe swimming cove which is a short stroll away. Once youve had your fill of the beach, cool-off in the Villas cute, communal splash-pool, after which you can bask on your own private patio, where you can absorb a breathtakingly beautiful African-Atlantic sunset. Stanfords Cove Villa is the perfect vantage point to watch Southern Right Whales in season. The Villa has a total capacity of 15 and is available individually, or together as a whole, making it perfect for families and groups of friends.
Adult-only 5-star seafront accommodation in Gansbaai with modern Bauhaus architecture overlooking the Overberg coastline with sea and mountain views.
360onSea is an elegant seaside retreat in De Kelders with sweeping views of the ocean and modern, relaxed décor. This spacious home features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, large open-plan living areas and a big-screen TV - all designed for comfort and style. Just a one-minute walk from the boardwalk and direct beach access, it's ideal for guests who love coastal living. Spend your days relaxing with loved ones in the wood-fired hot tub, watching sunsets over the water, or falling asleep to the sound of the waves. With free parking, Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace, the property caters to both leisure and remote stays, making it perfect for families or friends seeking a memorable getaway by the sea.
Every window has a sea view! The apartment has 2 ensuite bedrooms plus a sleeping couch. Sleep 4 adults plus a sleeping couch for a child. Security gates in front of all doors. A complete kitchenette, lounge area with a dining room table and comfortable leather furniture. A mobile braai and patio furniture makes the patio a lovely place to enjoy the splash pool and awesome sun sets. Enjoy whale and dolphin spotting from your bed. Many walking trails pass infront of the apartment and the Stanford Cove beach is within walking distance . A variety restaurants are close by. Shark diving and whale watching boats, wine tasting and golf course are all withing short distance.
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De Kelders is a small coastal village on the eastern shore of Walker Bay, about 160 kilometres from Cape Town. It sits above a rocky shoreline known for some of the best land-based whale watching in South Africa, drawing visitors from June through December each year.
De Kelders has five properties in total, with nightly rates running from R2,248 to R3,390. There are no hotels in the village, and the accommodation reflects the character of the place: private, owner-managed, and mostly positioned to take advantage of the elevated terrain above the cliffs.
Self-catering makes up the majority of what is available. Three properties in this category are typically holiday homes or cottages let by their owners, well suited to visitors who want to manage their own schedule and cook for themselves. Having a kitchen is a practical asset for multi-night stays. The nearest shops and restaurants are a short drive away, and the ability to eat in simplifies the logistics of longer trips, particularly when the weather turns.
One bed and breakfast operates in the village, offering a more personal arrangement for guests who prefer not to cater for themselves. Breakfast included removes one daily decision, and hosts at smaller properties like this tend to be a reliable source of local knowledge about tides, walks, and conditions on the water.
At the upper end, the single guest house in De Kelders provides the most comprehensive service of the three categories. This type of property typically includes a fuller amenity set, sometimes with dinner available on request, and is better suited to visitors who want attentive hosting in a small, quiet setting. With only one listing at this level, availability is limited, and rates reflect both that scarcity and the quality of clifftop positions available in the village.
Across all categories, total stock is thin. Properties in the most favoured positions are often committed months ahead during peak season. Most listings carry minimum stay requirements, and two nights is the standard expectation.
The whale season is the main reason most visitors choose their dates carefully. Southern right whales enter Walker Bay between June and December to calve and nurse their young, and the cliffs at De Kelders sit directly above this bay. Elevated viewpoints along the cliff edge allow observation from land at close range, sometimes for hours at a time without needing to move far. July and August see the highest whale activity and the most visitors, with accommodation filling well before those months arrive.
The Western Cape's rainy season runs from May through August. Atlantic fronts bring rain, overcast skies, and occasional strong winds during this period, which can make outdoor time unpredictable. September and October offer improving conditions with reduced crowds, and the fynbos on the slopes behind the village is at its most varied in spring. Those slopes fall within the Cape Floral Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the transition from winter to spring is a reasonable time to see the vegetation at its best.
Summer, from November through February, is warm and dry, with temperatures sometimes reaching the mid-30s inland. The coastal position moderates the heat, but shade along the cliff walks is limited. December and January are popular with domestic South African travellers, so availability tightens again.
For visitors whose main interest is not whale watching, March, April, and May offer quieter roads, lower prices, and mild weather before the winter rains set in.
Cape Town International Airport is the nearest major entry point by air, roughly 180 kilometres to the west. Most visitors hire a car and drive, with the journey taking around two hours under normal conditions. From Cape Town, the route follows the N2 east to Bot River, where the R43 branches south toward the coast. The road runs through farmland and coastal terrain before reaching the De Kelders turn-off.
No scheduled bus service reaches the village directly. Long-distance coaches stop at larger towns along the main highway, and onward travel from those points requires a private transfer or a taxi arrangement made in advance. Shared minibus taxis cover some routes along the R43 corridor, but schedules are informal and coverage is inconsistent.
For most visitors, a rental car is the practical solution. It gives flexibility for day trips along the surrounding coastline and accounts for the local reality that petrol, groceries, and services are not available within the village itself. The R43 is in generally good condition; some coastal approach roads to individual properties may be gravel, so it is worth checking with your accommodation before the final stretch. Arriving with a full tank is advisable, as fuel is not available in De Kelders.
Gansbaai is just 3 kilometres away and functions as the area's main service hub, with supermarkets, a petrol station, restaurants, and a working harbour. Beyond the practical, it is the departure point for cage diving with great white sharks, one of the most well-known marine wildlife experiences in South Africa. Tour boats head out to Dyer Island, where a large African penguin colony shares the rocks with Cape fur seals. The channel between Dyer Island and Geyser Rock, known as Shark Alley, concentrates both predators and prey and has made this stretch of coastline a reference point for marine wildlife travel internationally.
Kleinbaai (7km) is a small fishing harbour used by many of the shark diving operators. It is a working waterfront rather than a tourist destination, but the harbour and surrounding shoreline offer a direct look at the fishing industry that runs alongside the area's tourism economy, and the coastal views from the access roads are open and clear.
Van Dyks Bay (7km) is a residential coastal settlement with no commercial activity. The footpaths connecting it to the broader shoreline are accessible and provide sustained sea views in both directions, making it a straightforward addition to a coastal walk.
Stanford (15km) sits inland on the Klein River and has a noticeably different feel from the coastal villages. The town has craft studios, the Birkenhead Brewery, and a Saturday market. The Klein River can be paddled by canoe, and the riparian environment supports good bird watching year-round. A half-day visit pairs well with a drive back along the coast.
Baardskeerdersbos (19km) is a small inland settlement popular with hikers and mountain bikers. Well-marked trails run through the surrounding hills and scrubland, and the village has a pub that functions as a community gathering point. It offers an alternative base for visitors who prefer an inland setting over direct coastal exposure.
Hermanus (19km along the R43) has a wider selection of restaurants, a Saturday morning market, and a cliff path that runs for several kilometres along the shoreline. The town hosts the annual Whale Festival in September, which draws large crowds and a programme of events. It also offers more shops and services than anywhere closer to De Kelders, making it a practical destination for a longer afternoon, a good meal, or a proper resupply.
With only five properties in De Kelders, availability is limited and moves quickly. Peak whale season sees some places committed months in advance, so confirming accommodation early is the most practical step if you have fixed travel dates. Last-minute availability in July and August is uncommon.
When comparing options, check carefully what the nightly rate includes. Properties vary in whether they supply linen, towels, and firewood. Coastal evenings are cool year-round, and some properties charge separately for heating or firewood, which can affect the real cost of a multi-night stay.
The caves along the shoreline, which give the village its Afrikaans name (De Kelders means "the cellars"), and the rock pools nearby are both best accessed at low tide. Downloading a tide table before you arrive is worthwhile. Mobile signal in parts of the village is intermittent, so saving maps and important contact numbers offline before you leave the main road is sensible.
There is no shop or commercial centre within the village itself. Groceries, cash, and any medical supplies need to be sourced elsewhere before arrival. Food delivery services do not cover this part of the coast, so if you are staying in a property with a kitchen, plan your shopping before the turn-off. Arriving unprepared for a quiet Sunday evening is a common mistake for first-time visitors.
