BIRKENHEAD HOUSE | Hermanus
FORAGE AND FEAST At a certain time of day, when the tide is just right, you’ll be able to walk down to the beach in front of Birkenhead House with one of our chefs and pick fresh mussels from the rocks. Getting your toes in the sand and learning how to identify the perfect mussels for harvest is an unforgettable experience. Having worked up an appetite, you can deliver your haul to our talented chefs who will give you a master class on everything you need to know about preparing and cooking this special bounty from the sea over an open fire.
V oted Africa’s Best Resort 2022 by Travel + Leisure, Birkenhead House stands firm as one of the continent’s finest beachfront hotels. Here, chic design meets world-class cuisine, while exceptional service ensures an unforgettable coastal escape. It is situated in the Overberg town of Hermanus, famous for sightings of southern right and humpback whales that migrate to the waters of Walker Bay during whale season. SOUL-FILLED SEASIDE LIVING Birkenhead House welcomes guests to 11 uniquely styled suites, each with sea or mountain views and private balconies from which to savour the salty ocean air and watch the waves crash below. While there is a laid-back feel to this sensual property, intentional comforts and meticulous attention to detail enhance the experience of “letting go”. Delicious freshly caught seafood is served alongside local wines and ocean vistas. Enjoy serene days around the pool, cocktail in hand, or
retreat to the intimate spa where skilled therapists offer treatments using elements of the ocean to soothe and revitalise.
Beyond the hotel’s elegant confines, Hermanus brims with galleries and small-town charm, while the region’s celebrated cliff paths invite exploration. From picnics among the fynbos to mountain biking trails and championship golf courses, the surrounding landscape presents endless possibilities for both adventure and peaceful contemplation. WHEN THE WHALES ARRIVE Hermanus is known as one of South Africa’s prime whale-watching spots. It’s the only town in South Africa with its own “whale crier”, and a few years back WWF (The World Wildlife Fund) recognised Hermanus as one of the 12 best whale-watching destinations in the world. Whale season is from July until November, and the annual Whale Festival usually takes place in September.
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