There is one thing that always relaxes me and that is the sound of the ocean! There’s nothing better than falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing against the rocks and the beautiful smell of the sea air! And there’s no better place to enjoy these natural pleasures than Hermanus…
Located in a small suburb of Hermanus called Sandbaai (Sandbay) is the stunning, well-placed 138 Marine Beachfront Guest house. If anyone knows Hermanus well enough, they will know that the town and surrounding areas have grown significantly over the years. It has an exquisite view and many restaurants have therefore capitalized on this and opened right on the beachfront, which is also the most popular place for viewing the whales from the shore during season (roughly from September to November). So when I visited 138 Marine Beachfront Guest house, I was pleasantly surprised that it was away from the hustle and bustle of the town – in a sleepy village a few kms from the main town centre called Sandbaai.
The guest house is a stone’s throw from the beachfront and the view from the guest house is pure ocean! It’s incredibly peaceful and being a small establishment with only five rooms, you will get extremely personal service. I always believe that an owner-run bed and breakfast or guest house establishment is the best bet. The owners are there to greet you, give you advice on where to go, make dinner reservations for you (some restaurants are just around the corner), or simply leave you to read a book or two out on the spacious terrace.
The 138 Marine Beachfront guesthouse is a home away from home. There is an open plan kitchen where breakfast is cooked each morning – each differently styled and created by their own chef. Each room is tastefully designed and offers lovely amenities like under-floor heating for those chilly days in winter.
This is the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy nature! My favourite part was the friendly service and the proximity to the ocean. Breathing in that fresh air – I couldn’t help but relax immediately!