Inkwazi Lodge - Hermanus

The two charming en suite rooms (shower only) have private entrances. Both are airy, with exceptionally comfortable queen-size beds and pure wool duvets. An adjoining TV lounge offers the convenience of a sleeper couch. Your hosts, Trudy and Derrick, offer legendary continental and farmhouse breakfasts, but light self-catering is an easy option. There is a patio with a braai and comfortable seating, as well as a bar-fridge, kettle microwave and toaster. Each room is equipped with a hairdryer, wall panel heater, electric blanket for chilly winter nights and a clock radio. A laundry facility is also available. Inkwazi also offers secure parking and a pleasant garden. There is an upstairs sea view lounge and gallery (owner Derrick paints boats and aeroplanes) offering whale spotting  

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opportunities and an honesty bar. For first time visitors to Hermanus, your hosts are happy to take you on a complimentary orientation tour, highlighting the best restaurants, best beaches, (two Blue Flag beaches), best walks and hikes, and best whale watching spots in season (July through November). Hermanus is famous for offering the finest land-based whale-watching in the world. You could even paddle out to them in a kayak. But within minutes, you could also be exploring some of South Africa¿s best wine estates. Some of the better-known include Hamilton Russell, Bouchard Finlayson, Newton Johnson and Sumaridge. The Fernkloof Nature Reserve is situated in the mountains overlooking Hermanus, and is one of the greatest showpieces of the Cape Floral Kingdom. Two top golf courses - Arabella Golf Estate and the delightful Hermanus Golf Club - are close by. Ask your hosts about horse riding, rock and fly fishing, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, 4 x 4 trails and quad biking. Or for something more relaxing, talcum white beaches, a lagoon, or a sunset cruise and an opportunity to see dolphins and seals.