Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Whale Coast » HermanusLAVENDER MANOR GUEST LODGESpectacular sea views and warm, relaxed hospitalityDescription Lavender Manor offers: - Breathtaking views of the ocean, beaches and mountains.
- Stunning whale watching from the guest house, beaches or cliff-path.
- Luxurious, uniquely decorated bedrooms/suites with en-suite bathrooms.
- Two minutes walk to Grotto Beach, the cliff-path and various mountain trails in Fernkloof.
- Situated in quiet, safe and peaceful Voëlklip outside the busy town centre.
- Whale watching & sundowner patios with superb sea and mountain views.
- Close to Hermanus Golf course and Arabella Golf Estate.
- Ideally positioned to explore all the great attractions of the Hermanus Whale Coast.
- Secure off-street parking and large secluded garden with comfortable splash pool and WiFi Internet.
- Large upstairs lounge with fireplace, fully licensed sea view bar and panoramic sea views.
- Close to the Hemel-en-Aarde wine route and an easy drive to Stellenbosch and Franschoek.
- Beach and sea view accommodation at its absolute best.
Overlooking the bay where the whales come to play you'll discover the unique attraction that Hermanus and the Cape Whale Coast hold: the pristine beaches, magnificent mountains, fine South African cuisine, champagne air, whale watching, the breathtaking cliff path and views forever...
Your hosts invite you to come and experience "spectacular sea views and warm hospitality" at Lavender Manor Guest Lodge. Our guests leave happy! Accommodation Each of the luxury private suites is stylishly and uniquely decorated with all modern comforts such as a TV, mini bar, tea & coffee facilities, wallsafe and percale linen which will ensure a most enjoyable and memorable stay. All upstairs rooms have private balconies with stunning sea and/or mountain views, and the luxurious en-suite bathrooms (seperate bath and shower) offer all upmarket luxuries to enfold you in stylish comfort. Free wireless internet WiFi hotspots available. The delicious and fully comprehensive breakfast is a leisurely affair and comes highly recommended.
Rates are per person per night sharing, and include breakfast.  
AttractionsHermanus is the heart of the Cape Whale Coast and offers a wide variety of activities, attractions, sport, art, cuisine and eco-adventure excurtions such as whale watching, great white shark cage diving, beach activities, sea kayaking, excellent golfing, superb bird watching, mountain trails, deap sea fishing, paragliding and much, much more. At Lavender Manor Guest Lodge you are two-minutes walk away from famous Blue Flag Grotto Beach and the magnificent cliff path, which will lead you along the beaches and rocky coast to surprising finds of sandy coves… and on to the centre of Hermanus. Grotto Beach stretches for 20 km along an unspoilt and pristine coastline. During the whale season Lavender Manor guest house will be the perfect base for excellent whale watching.
Should you like to venture further or enjoy more of a challenge, check out the following eco-adventure and other activities which will gladly be arranged by your hosts (weather permitting): - Boat based whale watching (June to Dec) – look them in the eye !
- Whale watching by plane – adrenalien pumping and awe inspiring !
- Great white shark cage diving or viewing – a life changing experience ! (Jaws !)
- Deep sea fishing – try catch a 50 kg + Tuna !
- Whale watching along the cliff path – best land based whale watching in the world !
- Hermanus is proud to have the world’s only Whale Crier ! Come and meet him.
- Scuba Diving and Snorkelling – experience needed.
- Boat trips to Dyer Island & Shark alley ! (Seals, sharks, whales, birds and penguins)
- Sea Kayaking with the Whales – up close and personal ! (no experience needed).
- A number of pristine beaches catering for every need. (Nudists?)
- The secret is out. Hermanus has the most beautiful beaches in South Africa !
- Mountain trails in Fernkloof Nature Reserve – panoramic views !
- Horse riding on the beach – watch the Whales from horseback !
- Play golf at Hermanus and Arabella Golf Courses – world class !
- River cruises on the African Queen – relax and enjoy the magnificent surroundings !
- Sports (Golf, tennis, squash, gym, cycling, etc.)
- Wine routes (Hemel & Aarde valley, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franshoek)
- Arts and crafts markets and museums for the more culturally minded !
- Organic farmers market and wine & food festivals.
- Numerous excellent restaurants. Sea food, South African, steaks etc.
- Guided bird watching. The Whale Coast is a bird paradise !
- Paragliding – if you dare !
- Penquin reserve – one of only three land based breeding colonies in Africa !
- Wildlife safaris by vehicle or aircraft – the African Big Five !
- Africa’s most southernly point, and the place where the Indian & Atlantic oceans meet !
- Cape Town, Table mountain, Robben Island and Cape Point.
- Danger Point light house and Birkenhead shipwreck.
- Quad bikes, 4 x 4 trips and much more.
If golf is your game; we are 3 minutes away from the Hermanus Golf course (27 hole), and 30 minutes from the internationally rated Arabella Golf Estate.
If wine tasting is more your game; there are many excellent wineries in the Whale Coast area and we are one hour from Stellenbosch and Franschoek wine routes, and only 1.5 hours from the Robertson Valley wine district.
From your doorstep, a 20 km stretch of beach and an easy mountain walk to Fernkloof Nature Reserve are just a couple of minutes away. Leave your car parked safely on the large grounds of Lavender Manor, and explore the best that nature has to offer.
Your hosts look forward to welcoming you to Hermanus and Lavender Manor Guest Lodge, and will gladly assist with any arrangements and bookings. OUR GUESTS LEAVE HAPPY !   
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
TGCSA Star Grading
DirectionsDirections to Hermanus from Cape Town and the Cape Town Airport.
Follow the N2 to Somerset West.
Stay on the N2, drive through Somerset West. Proceed on the N2 over Sir Lowrys Pass. Pass the Grabouw/Elgin turn off and proceed on the N2 over the Houw Hoek Pass. As you descend near Botriver keep a look out for the R43. Take the R43 offramp to Hermanus.
Pass through the village of Hawston (stay on the R43) and proceed to Hermanus town centre. Stay on the Main Road through Hermanus town to the traffic circle. (Roundabout) Go three quarter of the way round the circle and off to the left closest to the sea. Pass the Caltex service station on your left and stay in 10th Street parallel to the sea. Pass through two fourway stop streets and find Lavender Manor on the left.
Distances : Cape Town to Hermanus - 140 Km
Airport to Hermanus - 120 Km
Lavender Manor Guest Lodge. 184, 10th Street, Voëlklip, Hermanus
Please phone for directions at any time on 082 375 4070 or 028 3140361
Isabel & Kobus Nel
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Directions to Hermanus from the Garden Route
Follow the N2 direction Cape Town.
Drive through the town of Riviersonderend. 10 Km outside the town turn left on the R326 to Stanford / Hermanus. In the town of Stanford turn right to Hermanus on the R43. After 20 Km you will enter the outskirts of Hermanus – this is 7th Street. Proceed to 10th Avenue (10e Laan). Turn left in 10th Ave down to the 4 way stop street (The sea is now in front of you). Turn left at the stop street which is 10th Street. Lavender Manor is the 2nd house on the left.
Distance from Knysna to Hermanus is 400 Km
Lavender Manor Guest Lodge. 184, 10th Street, Voëlklip, Hermanus
Please phone for directions at any time on 082 375 4070 or 028 3140361
Isabel & Kobus Nel
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KOBUS NEL
+27 (0)27 3140361
+27 (0)27 3140824