Spacious and elegantly furnished, rooms here remind of those old-world guesthouses that line the shores of New England’s Cape Cod. Rattan chairs, fabric headboards and deep pile rugs – all in cool, muted tones – are a pleasing contrast to the splashes of colour provided by the occasional artwork. And, with French doors opening onto delightful decks, many of the rooms have their own views of the pretty Hermanus coast. For more privacy, it’s worth requesting one of the rooms in the original house, which all open onto peaceful gardens.
There’s a gorgeous pool, again overlooking the bay, with sun loungers to make the most of the clement South African weather while the adjacent terrace is a wonderful spot to watch the sun set over a glass of wine. And, in true B&B style, breakfast is a real treat, with cold buffet options – meats, yoghurts, fruits and cereals – followed by a full English with eggs cooked to order. For evening meals, the knowledgeable staff will happily point you in the direction of Hermanus’ best restaurants.