The Potting Shed Guest House

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

Located 0.6 mi from the shoreline at Gearing's Point and 4.3 mi from Grotto Beach,The Potting Shed Accommodations is located in the town of Hermanus along the Whale Route. It features barbecue facilities and a swimming pool. Potting Shed rooms are decorated in neutral tones and each feature individual local wall art. Rooms are equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities, a satellite TV, a safe and private bathrooms. The Potting Shed serves breakfast which includes freshly prepared fruit, cereal, toast, yogurt, home-baked rusks and muesli, along with homemade pancakes and preserves. Egg and bacon is also available upon request. A number of restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisines can be found within 1.2 mi. Guests can relax in the lounge or take a stroll on the Cliff Path Walk, 0.6 mi away, where whales can be spotted in whale season. Free private parking is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 63 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Van
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely accommodation that is close to the beach and the mountains , beautiful room and really awesome breakfast .The hosts very friendly and helpful, thank you to Annamarie and Dave , we will definitely be back again soon”
Ann
United States United States
“Breakfast was amazing! Bread, jam, marmalade, muffins.pancakes-- all homemade! Gorgeous fresh fruit. Attractive dining room. Super comfortable room. Warm, welcoming hosts with wonderful local suggestions! Like staying at someone's well...”
Smith
United States United States
“Convenient location to many restaurants and the bay. Breakfast was top notch!! Personal touches he’s from the hosts were noticeable and appreciated. Highly recommend!”
Patrick
Kuwait Kuwait
“Absolutely everything. Amazing hosts and staff, very comfortable, great location.”
Aleta
United States United States
“Great place! Beautifully furnished, comfortable, close to town, owners very hospitable and helpful and nice breakfast included ! Would definitely stay again. For those who are not familiar with guest houses, they are really more like very small...”
Sonja
Switzerland Switzerland
“Tasteful & practical information that interior, amicable & dedicated hosts, fantabulous homemade breakfast”
Rob
South Africa South Africa
“One of the best BnB’s I’ve stayed in, and staff were super friendly, very nice well cooked breakfast”
Kate
United States United States
“It was really comfortable and light. Everything you needed was there. The hosts were marvelous. The place was very clean, the bed was comfortable, the bathtub was amazing! I would stay there again.”
Anonymous
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The proprietors are a lovely couple who took great care of us! Our room (the only one available as a last minute booking) was on the smaller side however for a one night stay was totally fine and as we were leaving early for the airport, breakfast...”
Tyrone
South Africa South Africa
“Hearty breakfast and the whole place is super neat”

Hosted by Annamarie & Dave

9.8
Host Review Score
Annamarie & Dave
Owner-run guesthouse with hand-painted interiors provide an artistic, unique, personal touch. Enjoy home made jam, bread, rusks & cookies. Situated less than 1km from town & sea (where whales can be seen from the cliff path between June & November).
Following a 3 week holiday in 2003, we feel in love with Hermanus. Within months we'd sold our house in UK, quit our jobs, & started a new life in SA. Huge renovations over several years & The Potting Shed was transformed!! We've never looked back.
Situated 1km from town, sea, cliff-path & Fernkloof Nature Reserve. Quad bike through the vineyards, wine taste, sea kayak, whale watch, or visit the penguins! Shark cage diving 40 minutes from here. Book with us for a special discount!
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Potting Shed Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

The Potting Shed Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Potting Shed Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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