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Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Hermanus, Western Cape
  • Cliff Path
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • New Harbour
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hermanus Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour

Balencay is a delightful, seaside thatched holiday home, situated close to the cliff paths in Hermanus. The house offers ample space for large families or groups of friends to relax and entertain. It boasts a sunny roof terrace with sea and mountain views, and a leafy and lush garden.

The house can accommodate 8 guests and comprises 4 bedrooms. The main bedroom is upstairs in the main house and contains a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a balcony, and a study and TV lounge with a fireplace and a sleeper couch, suitable for young children to be close to their parents. The second bedroom is in the main house on the ground floor and contains a queen-size bed, a fireplace and an adjacent bathroom with a bath and shower. This room has garden access. The third bedroom is the pool room and has either a king-size bed or 2 single beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The fourth bedroom is located upstairs above the garage with a kitchenette downstairs. It has either a king-size bed or 2 single beds, a balcony, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

The house includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a lounge, and features outdoor and indoor dining, Wi-Fi, an Apple TV, 3 fireplaces, books and games, and a safe for valuable items.

The kitchen is equipped with a gas hob and electric oven, fridge, kettle, toaster, and a Nespresso machine. There is a scullery with a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble-dryer, cleaning materials, and a pantry.

In addition, the house boasts a private, well-cared for garden, a solar heated swimming pool, pool loungers, an outdoor shower, gas braai facilities, and parking for guests. An inverter and solar power back-up system ensures power to basics such as fridge, lights, Wi-Fi and tv.

Guests can enjoy a stroll along the famous whale-watching cliff paths to Hermanus central and a number of restaurants, art galleries and coffee shops. The house is just a short drive to Blue Flag beaches.

120km from Cape Town
Walk to new harbour or along the cliff paths into Hermanus central
Short drive to Hermanus blue flag beaches

At Extra Cost - advance notice may be required:
Grocery pre-stocking
Activities and excursions
Housekeeping
Massage treatment
Maximum 8 guests
No events

Property manager

Firefly Villas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 53
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum 10 guests Strictly non-smoking Check-in time 2pm or by prior arrangement Check-out time 10am or by prior arrangement No events

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
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

About the area

Hermanus

Located in Westcliff, a neighbourhood in Hermanus, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. Whale Museum and Old Harbour are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Village Square and Shopping Centre.
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Hermanus, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Cliff Path - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Grotto Beach - 12 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgundy Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ficks Wine & Pinchos - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balencay - close to Hermanus old harbour located?

Located in Westcliff, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Cliff Path and New Harbour. Whale Museum and Village Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Enthirnter Sohn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Wunderbares Haus in toller Lage, absolut empfehlenswert, Platz für eine Großfamilie
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

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