Kelp Cottage
Kelp Cottage
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About this property
Welcome to Kelp Cottage: Kelp Cottage in Gansbaai offers a homestay experience with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area and enjoy the serene surroundings. Comfortable Accommodation: The property features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a ground-floor unit, and a private entrance. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and free toiletries. Convenient Facilities: Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Free on-site private parking is available for guests' convenience. Local Attractions: Stanford's Bay is a 5-minute walk away, while Dangerpoint Lighthouse lies 11 km from the property. Other nearby points of interest include Flower Valley Farm (13 km) and Platbos Forest (18 km). Cape Town International Airport is 146 km distant.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Fast free WiFi (78 Mbps)
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- AAmy
South Africa
“The room was clean and beautifully decorated with little touches. For this kind of property typically there are no complementaries but the host goes above and beyond to make your stay wonderful. She thought of everything from tea and coffee (with...” - Zoja
Slovenia
“Everything was perfect, great and safe location, comfortable room and very kind owner.” - Sandravsmith
South Africa
“We needed 2 rooms close to the beach, clean and pleasant, but not extravagant or expensive. Karin's rooms were perfect for our needs. At a very reasonable price we were very pleased with the rooms. Super clean, very tastefully decorated,...” - Sophia
Germany
“Karin is really friendly and helpful. The apartment was clean.” - Pierre
South Africa
“Very nice little place close to the ocean. Clean and cosy! Lovely host and will definitely be back” - Charlene
United Kingdom
“The helpfulness of owner, peaceful location, easy beach access, comfortable room” - SSamantha
South Africa
“I would call it a cosy little home. Had everything I needed. Very neat and tidy and modern. Host was also very friendly. We had a very relaxing and tranquil stay. Would be back again.” - Victoria
Spain
“Muy acogedora, todo cuidado al mínimo detalle. Entrada autónoma sin problemas. Anfitriona pendiente de que no faltará nada y estuviéramos a gusto. Muy recomendable.” - Sina-kathrin
Germany
“Für eine Nacht und zu diesem Preis ist die Unterkunft auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert. Sie bietet alles, was man für eine Zwischenübernachtung auf der Durchreise benötigt. Funktional und praktisch – ideal für einen kurzen Aufenthalt.” - Sigal
Israel
“הבית היה מצוין לעצירה ללילה אחד. אהבנו את השקט והמיקום ובעלת הבית היתה מאוד ידידותית ואדיבה. המליצה על מקום מעולה לקפה של בוקר עם מאפים מצוינים. נשמח לחזור בפעם הבאה.”
Hosted by Karin

Property surroundings
Facilities of Kelp CottageGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Fast free WiFi (78 Mbps)
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Living Area
- Seating Area
InternetFast free WiFi 78 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Security alarm
- Key access
General
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
House rulesKelp Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 16 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Kelp Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.