Highlights
What We Love
- Whale watching from the hot tub
- Discovering De Hoop’s shy wildlife
- Snorkelling, sandboarding and mountain biking
When To Visit
Peak Season: October to April
The last whales return to the Southern Ocean in about November
Green Season: May to September
Southern right whales usually arrive from July or August
Overview
There’s no wondering why this eco-friendly family villa is called Ocean House: the Indian Ocean, in all its azure glory, is visible from every room. From mid-year, keep your binoculars close to spot breaching southern right whales as you enjoy a beach picnic or sundowners on the dunes.
Ideal for large families and groups, you can jet in straight from Cape Town and be driven through De Hoop Nature reserve, looking for mountain zebra, baboons, eland and caracul. The ocean offers snorkelling and pristine rock pools while birders will delight in black oystercatchers. Interiors feature top South African artists and large windows to let you admire the undulating coastal fynbos. A private chef and butler ensure the house runs smoothly.
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub
- Dining room
- Lounge
- Bar
- Deck
- Laundry service
- Wi-Fi
- Library
- Private vehicle
- Satellite television
- Private chef
- Butler service
King/Twin Bedroom Features
- Air conditioning
- Indoor bathtub
- Indoor shower
- Indoor fireplace
- Wi-Fi
- Satellite television
- Safe
- Mini-bar
- Beverage station
Activities
- Seasonal land-based whale watching
- Snorkelling
- Mountain biking
- Sandboarding
- Birding
- Nature walks
- Game drives