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Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool

Waterfront villa with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Perched on the ocean's edge, Whale Huys offers direct access to unobstructed sea views from every room. Unwind in the living room with a fireplace or take a dip in the infinity pool overlooking Walker Bay. High-speed wireless internet and a computer corner ensure you stay connected while private fitness rooms and an outdoor braai area invite relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 84306 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool

Waterfront villa with fitness centre and outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a fitness centre and Access to hot tub are available at this smoke-free villa. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are on-site. The villa has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this villa offers private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions come with satellite channels and DVD players. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, computer monitors and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 1 review
The price is HK$2,102
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
De Kelders, WC

What's nearby

  • De Kelders Strand - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gansbaai Harbor - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Grootbos Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Klipgat Caves - 14 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hermanus Beach - 39 min drive - 46.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garden Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Afrikanos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪De Seemans Taphuis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Goose - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from De Kelders Strand and within 3 miles (5 km) of Klipgat Caves and Danger Point Lighthouse. Gansbaai Harbor is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J. Chris C., Minneapolis

Amazing and Spectacular

Visiting from the USA so always a bit nervous about how it will turn out once you arrive. As advertised. But advertising can't do it justice. A truly spectacular house, amazing views, great location. Vacation spot of a lifetime. We can write a book about it, but it is better to come and visit! Everything was fantastic, including Nicky who welcomed us, and were so helpful with everything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Wendy S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Needs updating!

The location of the property was beautiful! We watched right whales bask in the water infront of us. Enjoyed a hike on the cliffs overlooking the water. The property was worn and definitely needs updating. Even the pool was not looked after and was loaded with bugs so we didn’t use it. The kitchen and baths need updating. We had some confusion checking in and were told to contact the wrong person. When we couldn’t reach her we were concerned. That has all been straightened out and website was updated. Overall a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison superbe et pleine de charme. Propriétaire charmante et disponible

Une superbe maison , parfaitement entretenue et très confortable Il ne manque rien pour réussir un séjour. En bordure de falaise, sur un site remarquable, un séjour de rêve. Tout est fait pour satisfaire les vacanciers. Un souhait? Y retourner. Intérieurement cette maison possède un cachet somptueux Encore merci aux propriétaires pour cette gentillesse et cette prévenance dans un si beau cadre de vie !

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect find, a gem indeed

This house was amazing!!! We were a group of 7 friends and this accommodated us very well. The views were outstanding - we were able to sit at the window and whale watch for hours on end. Each bedroom was comfortable and had an ocean view. The location was lovely - we were able to go for long walks along the shoreline or throughout the neighborhood. The drive into town was an easy 5 minute drive. Leigh was a joy to work with. We left days ago and are still talking about the house - highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Outstanding

Incredible floor plan and location. There were eight of us, mostly chefs, and the kitchen was equipped with everything they needed! So thankful! Incredible rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adriana D., New York, USS

Magnificent villa in a stunning seeting

We loved everything about the property! Bruce, the owner has answered promptly all our questions and was a pleasure to communicate with him - only an email away. Nikky took excellent care of us and was always ready to help with recommendations. Our party was composed of three couples and a seven year old coming from Florida, New York and Bucharest. As we came in the house for the first time we were blown away by the breathtaking views from the kitchen and dining/living area. As far as we could see, the ocean and the spectacularly unique fynbos welcomed us. Little did we knew at that time, but discovered later, the views were as magnificent from the upstairs bedrooms! The terrace is fantastic and the barbecue area made for fantastic Karoo lamb chops! The dining table was so inviting with a basket of goodies and beautiful bouquet of the endemic fynbos flowers. This attention to detail is just so precious and appreciated, as we found it everywhere in the house. The property was immaculately clean. The beds are extremely comfortable. During our stay we had a very cold front with hail and howling wind, but the lovely fireplace and the electric blankets kept us cozy and happy. We were daily enchanted by the Southern right whales and their calves breaching and blowing just in front of us, while we were sipping fabulous South African wine. One of the couples in our party went to a wine tasting tour, easily organized from Hermanus and were impressed not only with the wine, but the food and the whole experience. Having been in wine tasting tours all over the world, they ranked it in the top. If you stay at this property, you should try "Creation". The kitchen has high-end appliances, all pots and pans one might need, blenders, food processors and beautiful platters. I love gourmet cooking and found everything I needed to cook and present the dishes! With a Super Spar in Gansbaai, just five minutes drive from the property, Woolworth (in South Africa, this is upmarket) in Hermanus (30 minutes drive) and some small seasonal organic markets, you have fresh and delicious groceries to enable you to take full advantage of the kitchen. The high-end restaurant at Grootbos was glorious as ever with a three course lunch we still dream about. The Cave at Hermanus has fantastic seafood with dramatic views of the whales. We are all nature lovers, so we went to De Mond Reserve, Flower Valley and Hermanus and enjoyed every second of our stay. THANK YOU!!!

10/10 Excellent

Karin L.

Great place!

We loved our stay at Whale Huys! It was conveniently located close to restaurants and shops. The location is very close to the beach and beautiful walks. We were a group of 8 and we found the house spacious. We loved sitting on the deck and balcony, watching the whales and stunning sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C., Harriman

Amazing view and home with a great host!

Oh my goodness, everything was amazing, from our lovely greeting from Nicky, the comfy house, to the view, the rocks... We even ate at the Blue Goose (restaurant that Bruce recommended) twice it was so good!! Everyone was so kind. Our shark diving was cancelled so we just spent most of the day enjoying the house and views! The kids had a great time exploring the rocks and trail directly in front of the home. We did go out with Marine Dynamics sister company to look for whales but honestly saw more from your front porch!! I can't thank you enough for a wonderful time! I would love to come back and spend a week on that front porch alone! Thank you Bruce for all the good info before we even got there and thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Herman B.

Fantastisch huis met waanzinnig uitzicht!

Wij (een familie met 2 kinderen van 12 en 9) hebben 4 dagen verbleven in de Whale Huys. In een woord; geweldig!! Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien (onder andere BVN en WiFi), schoon en veilig. Een goed ontvangst en rondleiding van Jenene. Eigenaar Bruce helpt je met tips etc. Wij hadden veel geluk met het weer en heel veel geluk met het spotten van walvissen. Waarschijnlijk hebben we de eerste 2 walvissen van het seizoen gezien vanaf ons eigen terras. Er is genoeg te doen in de omgeving en wij vonden Pearly Beach erg leuk. Paardrijden hebben we gedaan op de White Water Farm (circa 20 km). Kortom, wij komen zeker nog een keer terug!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Benito T.

A weekend to remember

Our stay at Whale Huyse was one I will not be forgetting anytime soon. It has everything you need for a fulfilling vacation - definitely enough living space, a fully equipped kitchen as well as magnificient views of the ocean from every room. It is great destination for any type of holiday and needless to say - I will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pieter S.

Beyond Superb!

I have been privileged to spend 8 nights in this magnificent villa which truly lived up to its name! The views across Walker Bay are absolutely spectacular and I saw many whales and dolphins (often from my bed.) Some mornings I could clearly hear the whales even before it was light enough to see them. I loved every moment of my stay here, which brought me tranquility and food for the soul. I will definitely be back!