Holiday Stays

Kanon Private Nature Reserve

Self-catering Cape Town · Western Cape

About

Beachfront self-catering accommodation on the Cape South Coast, 42 km south of Mossel Bay. Features five unique units within a 187-hectare private nature reserve with 3.2 km of private coastline.

Accommodation

Five self-catering units range from luxury glamping tents to beachfront cottages. Khoekhoen features 3 en-suite tents sleeping up to 6. Periwinkle Beach House accommodates 10 across 8 bedrooms. The cottages are 3-bedroom properties sleeping up to 6 each. Fynbos Beach Cottage includes a private plunge pool.

Facilities

All units feature fully equipped self-catering kitchens with stove, oven, dishwasher, and braai facilities. Properties include WiFi, DSTV, and heating. Linen and towels are supplied. Laundry and housekeeping services are available. Firewood and briquettes included. Direct private beach access with braai areas featuring Weber kettles and sheltered bomas.

Location & Surroundings

Located 42 km south of Mossel Bay on the Cape South Coast, near the Garden Route. Direct access to 3.2 km of private coastline with 100+ species including African Black Oystercatcher, sunbirds, and raptors. Gouritz River mouth nearby is popular for fishing. Cape Town is 4 hours away.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Khoekhoen Beach Lodge

Luxury glamping camp comprising 3 individually styled en-suite glamping tents (Aloe, Sandpiper, Milkwood) overlooking the Indian Ocean, with a communal Fishtrap tent featuring a fully equipped self-ca

King x 1 Twin x 2
From
R2,000

Periwinkel Beach House

10-sleeper self-catering beach house with 3 bedrooms on the ground level plus singles in an upstairs loft, 2 bathrooms, and 2 showers. Styled in old Cape ways featuring a large open fireplace and outd

Queen x 2 Single x 3
From
R4,950

Fynbos Beach Cottage

Newly refurbished 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom beachfront cottage with petrol blue kitchen and white stone countertops opening to a wooden deck wrapping 75% of the property. Features a dining room with ocean

Queen x 1 Twin x 2
From
R3,000

Shell-Catcher Beach Cottage

Historic 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom self-catering beach cottage dating from approximately 1890, featuring creaky wooden floors and direct access to soft white sand and warm bathing pools.

Queen x 1 Twin x 2
From
R2,000

Nguni View Beach Cottage

Renovated 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom two-storey self-catering beach cottage popular with families, featuring an open-plan family living room with sea views and multiple decks.

Queen x 1 Twin x 2 Bunk x 2
From
R1,750

Location

Address

Cape South Coast, Western Cape

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Sleeps 34

Directions

Located 42 km south of Mossel Bay on the Cape South Coast, approximately 4–5 hours from Cape Town via the N2. Final 7.5 km access is via a dirt road from the N2; higher clearance vehicles recommended, especially after rain. Guests arriving from the south should use an alternative route due to Gourit

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Features

Beachfront Location Malaria-free Sand Dunes Rock Pools Wedding And Function Venue 187-hectare Private Nature Reserve 3.2 Km Private Coastline Protected Fynbos Habitat Exclusive Guest-only Beach With No Day Visitors Dark Sky Area For Stargazing And Astrophotography Coastal Paths Conservation-managed Reserve For Over 60 Years Wildlife Including Antelope, Zebra, Dolphins, And Southern Right Whales

Activities

Swimming Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Horse Riding Mountain Biking Beach Walks Fishing (permit Required) Astrophotography 4X4 Trails Coastal Hiking Beachcombing Guided Nature Walks Fishing Charters Rock Pool Exploration Guided Game Drives Sandboarding Stargazing Trail Running Wildlife Photography

Amenities

Wi-Fi Braai Facilities Secure Parking Housekeeping Laundry Service Solar Power Backup Generator Firewood Electric Blankets Private Beach Access Ro Drinking Water Dispensers

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