La Fontaine

Rooms

The five guest rooms have their own individual style and differ in size, adding to the character of the property. Tastefully decorated in neutral tones, they’re clean, comfortable and offer plenty of natural light. All feature en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, satellite TVs and tea/coffee facilities. The two rooms on the upper floor boast excellent ocean views and private balconies where you can sit and look out for whales. The rooms offer either double or twin beds.

Location

La Fontaine is situated right on the rugged shoreline, just metres from the ocean and a short walk from the centre of Hermanus with its shops, galleries and restaurants. Cape Town is around a 90-minute drive away, and there are lots of activities that allow you to take advantage of the beautiful scenery, from hiking and cycling to golfing and whale watching along the coastline.

Food and drink

Breakfast is provided each morning, which can be enjoyed out on the patio while taking in panoramic views of the ocean. There’s also an indoor dining room should the weather be bad. For lunch and dinner you could head into the centre of Hermanus, where you can choose from a good selection of restaurants.

Facilities and activities

Relax by the pool in the summer or curl up with a glass of local wine in front of the fireplace in the lounge. From the patio area or your own balcony you can spend time looking out for southern right whales, humpback whales and dolphins, with June being the best time for sightings as the southern right whales head toward the shore to calve in shallower waters.

Local excursions

The surrounding area offers a wide variety of activities, including whale watching trips by boat; although in Hermanus you can simply watch from the shore. Braver guests may like to go shark diving, with great white sharks common in these shores. A number of tour operators offer cage diving, with shuttles leaving from Hermanus daily. Fishing trips, kayaking, windsurfing and canoeing are also available from Hermanus.

There are four golf courses in the area, including a 27 hole course at Hermanus, while the 12 kilometre cliff path makes for scenic hikes, with benches lining the way so you can sit and look out for whales. Alternatively, relax on one of the pristine beaches or head into the town centre for a spot of shopping.