Hemel n Aarde Stud, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa
#17 of 80 B&Bs and Inns in Hermanus
Guests' ChoiceBased on 519 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 April 2025
Emma
South AfricaBeautiful location, very calm and peaceful. Well equipped room with mini kitchenette and braai/barbecue facilities. The wood fired hot tub was an amazing, with a beautiful view. Communication was great. Worth a stay
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 15 April 2025
Renchia
United KingdomI can't fault anything.
Beautiful scenery 11/10 Attention to detail 10/10 Cleanliness 11/10 Small personal touches made to make our stay amazing 11/10 Comfy bed & pillows 10/10 Wood fired hot tub 11/10 Ease of checking in & out 10/10 Firewood stock 11/10 This really is a hidden gem! We enjoyed every moment of peace. The amenities are excellent and every need catered for. We've travelled extensively in SA , Europe and the UK and Hemel & Aarde Stud is in our top 5. I honestly can not fault anything. Thank you so much for making this stay stunning! Would have easily stayed a week!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Nikita
United KingdomBeautiful location
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Kirsten
South AfricaNothing - it was great.
Gorgeous views! Peaceful environment.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Madre
South AfricaThe hot tub is to far away from your room
The area and the farm
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Leah
South AfricaNothing, it was great
Absolutely stunning little cabin, the hot tub and the view were incredible. Perfect for a romantic getaways. We arrived to a bottle of champagne for our anniversary which was such a lovely touch.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 March 2025
Riaan
South AfricaMagnificent location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Sashka
United KingdomMy boyfriend and I loved our stay in the Camden Park Bungalow. My serious recommendation is that you do yourself a favour and book it. It was extremely private - perfect for a romantic getaway. It wasn’t difficult to get to either, and the farm’s office is down the hill if you need anything. Sue was really lovely and helpful. The bungalow is full of any amenities you might need, plus boasts an insane view which you can’t fully appreciate until you see it in person We got to enjoy this cabin in the summertime which was great, but I would also find this place so cozy in winter.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Sarah
United KingdomNothing
This location is absolutely sublime. The setting is fabulous. The bungalow is set amongst the acres of farm, every bungalow is not overlooked. Great little unit with two verandas to enjoy both aspects of the phenomenonal location. Sue, our host is the most friendliest lady and happy to help. Very responsive to my questions prior the stay. Accommodation was clean & well presented.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Carol
United KingdomAccepting that the stay is on a stud farm you have to tolerate flies at times.
Stunning bungalow cabin with total privacy and amazing views. The wood burning hot tub looking out to the valley and then the stars is unforgettable. Well equipped and very comfortable for its rural location. Tranquility at its best.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Alan
United KingdomA fantastic location and delightful property. Sue looked after us very well.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Natalie
South AfricaAccommodation and seeting was absolutely wonderful. Facilities exceeded our expectations and everything we needed for our stay was thought of.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Anthony
United KingdomAcross not that easy and too many flies
Wonderful location and very peaceful
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Hayes
South AfricaThe only negative are the flies, which I understand the reason for but it’s a little annoying.
Beautiful location, very peaceful, well equipped.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Verner
NetherlandsWhen there are strong strong winds, which do happen, the house shakes, moves and creaks since it’s a wooden construction making sleeping at least for me practically undoable or very hard. It’s fully compensated by the view but had very little sleep that night. Driveway quite bumpy
Location, view, the two outdoor tubs, all essential facilities available but most of all the peace and quiet when being there combines with a spectacular view, absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Emily
South Africaeverything
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 February 2025
Alta
NetherlandsVery peaceful and quiet. The perfect place to relax and catch up with all the books you want to read, whilst enjoying the scenery
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Fiona
United KingdomRelaxed atmosphere Very ch lean and comfortable Nice staff
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Anna-luise
GermanyHidden gem in the middle of the Hemel En Aarde winelands (literally just takes you 5-10 minutes by car to get to the wineries) with spectacular views - we loved every second of our stay and were sad when we had to leave after 3 days. We will be back!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Louis
South AfricaBeautiful loaction
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2025
Shireen
South AfricaLoved it all
Beautiful surroundings. Very tranquil. The rooms and bungalows are beautifully appointed.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Eddy
BelgiumWifi is unreliable and slow (4 Mbps). And your own data via 4G will not work, no network at all. Unsafe in state of emergency. But if use of smartphone is not important, we recommend highly.
Lovely place to stay. Ceiling fan is very good. Musquito screen door keeps flies outside.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 23 January 2025
Marie
South AfricaIt’s a stud farm. On a hot day, there are lots of flies. The ceiling fans and sprays provided, helped combat the onslaught but, they are challenging. Not the establishment’s fault though.
Stunning farm setting in the Hemel en Aarde valley near some of the best wine estates in the country. It delivered exactly what was expected - well decorated, en suite room with a very comfortable bed, a hot tub and necessary amenities. The beautiful farm dam was a wonderful way to cool off on an exceptionally hot day!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 21 January 2025
Janet
United KingdomNothing
Location, location 😍
Stayed in January 2025
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