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

Top rated by guests
Direct oceanfront, no road between you and bay. Every room Breathtaking views
Gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances and great views
Extra large deck with super-chill lounge furniture
deck with panoramic ocean view and comfortable loungers
salt-water, rim flow pool with solar cover and deck views of ocean and moun
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(12 Ratings)
"The No1 quality of this property will always be the location, the view is simply world class! With that comes ample accommodation with 4 large en-suite bedrooms three sitting areas and a large dining..."
David T.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(12 Ratings)

Villa in Western Cape

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

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About this villa rental

Perched on the ocean’s edge, Whale Huys has beautiful unobstructed sea views from all living areas, dining areas and bedrooms. Fall asleep and wake to the sound of the waves gently lapping at the rocks below. Each of the four bedroom opens onto its own sea front balcony. The uninterrupted panoramic views of Walker Bay and the surrounding mountain range extend to Hangklip and even Cape Point on a clear day. Next to the infinity pool, a private path through the fynbos takes you to the water’s edge and links to a walking trail that extends from Gansbaai on one end to the pristine beaches of the Walker Bay Nature Conservancy near Hermanus on the other.

- Direct ocean front property with spectacular ocean views from every room
- 4 en-suite bedrooms each with its own ocean-side balcony
- High-speed Wireless internet & computer corner
- Living room with fireplace
- Unobstructed ocean views from every room
- Infinity Pool, private fitness room
- Fully-Equipped Open Gourmet Kitchen
- Pool-side bar and outdoor braai area
- Excellent land-based whale watching (July-Nov)
- In nature, regular visitors include dozens of bird species, tortoises, dassies, mongooses and the occasional, duiker and cape otter
- Planet friendly: solar PV, solar hot water with battery and grid back-up, grey water irrigation, eco-friendly amenities and cleaning products
- Ideally situated for Easy access to the nature and culture of the Overberg, Western Cape

Less than two hours to Cape Town International Airport, Whale Huys is well positioned as a weekend escape from Cape Town or Johannesburg. In the other direction, just 85 km north of Cape Agulhas, the most Southern point in Africa, Whale Huys is also a great place to start your garden route tour

Whale Huys is directly on the Whale Coast in De Kelders, (Overberg region, Western Cape. South Africa) you can experience some of the best land based whale watching in the world (June to November) directly from the villa. Also during the rest of the year, dolphins, seals, dassies and dozens of species of birds provide a delightful contact with nature.
Combining the warmth and character of traditional thatched roof architecture with the luxury of a modern holiday villa, Whale Huys has conveniences like basic satellite TV, wireless internet and a laptop you can use to check your mail or surf the web. A private chef and daily maid services are available at an extra charge.
Whale Huys is your first step to relaxation.

Location, location, location
De Kelders is one of the quietest communities on the Whale Coast. The fishing town of Gansbaai is just 5 minutes away with supermarkets, banks, a gym, and several cafes and restaurants. Stanford, a small town renowned for its excellent quaint country restaurants is 10 minutes by car. For a larger variety of shops Hermanus is just 25 minutes away on the other side of the bay.
The area is rich in culture and things to do. Elim, a world heritage village, is 30 minutes away. Active adventures also abound, including wilderness and beach-side horseback riding (African Horse Company is just 10 minutes away). South Africa's shark cage diving capital, Kleinbaai, is just 10 minutes away. In fact, you can see all of the ‘Marine Big 5’ within a 15 minute radius of the villa.) A number of wine estates in the area offer some of the best wines of South Africa including the Hemel en Aarde valley, the Stanford Valley, and Lomond wines. Wine tasting can be done six days, and in some places 7 days a week.

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

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(12 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
The No1 quality of this property will always be the location, the view is simply world class! With that comes ample accommodation with 4 large en-suite bedrooms three sitting areas and a large dining table. Lots of nice touches including loads of beach towels, USB charging cables for any type mobile in each bedroom and even a gym! Even in November we had whale and dolphin sightings from the lounge.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2019
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!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2019
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.
6 / 10Average·Nov 2022
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.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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

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What amenities are available at Whale Huys: Direct ocean-front villa, 4br/ba, Wifi, Infinity Pool?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.