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Coot Club Aggregate Score
(We analysed 540 reviews about Coot Club.)
8.7
/10
Conservio Aggregate Score
8.7
/10
Conservio Aggregate Score
Excellent
What guests love
Guests highly praised the view of the surrounding nature and location close to Stanford (70 reviews), enjoyed access to nearby beach for whale watching (45 reviews), frequently used the well-maintained walkking trails (80 reviews) and equipment for lagoon activities, guests love the on-site restaurant and the teams helpful recommendations (55 reviews), the accommodation offers a home-away-from-home feeling (50 reviews).
What guests don’t love
Within the past year, some guests found that the Wi-Fi could be unreliable (20 reviews), reported a lack of big grocery shops nearby (30 reviews), and found the road to the property to be rough as there is a small dirt road stretch (25 reviews).
Recommended for who?
Coot Club comes recommended by reviews for couples seeking a romantic getaway (60 reviews), families in general due to its family-friendly spaces (15 reviews), and solo travellers who enjoy nature (40 reviews). Also recommended to those looking to enjoy the Whale Season in the Cape.
Reviews for Coot Club
Katie and Duncan
Stayed at: Coot Club
Blown Away by Coot Club
Blown away by Coot Club and its location. Amazing to see somewhere with so much vision.
Carina F.
Stayed at: Coot Club
Gorgeous Location and Friendly Staff
The location is gorgeous. Right on the lagoon with lots to do, super-friendly staff and great restaurant.
Jax B.
Stayed at: Coot Club
Best Few Days Eve
The best few days ever!! If only we could repeat it annually…
Katie and Duncan
Stayed at: Coot Club
Blown Away by Coot Club
Blown away by Coot Club and its location. Amazing to see somewhere with so much vision.
Carina F.
Stayed at: Coot Club
Gorgeous Location and Friendly Staff
The location is gorgeous. Right on the lagoon with lots to do, super-friendly staff and great restaurant.
Jax B.
Stayed at: Coot Club
Best Few Days Eve
The best few days ever!! If only we could repeat it annually…
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Accommodation Description
Nestled between the Maanschynkop and Walker Bay Nature Reserves, Coot Club offers a serene escape along the banks of the Klein Rivier Lagoon. Spanning 464 hectares of private reserve, this retreat features architect-designed villas inspired by traditional boatsheds, seamlessly blending into the natural landscape. Accommodations range from stone cottages to modern boathouses, each thoughtfully positioned to ensure privacy and unobstructed views of the lagoon or surrounding landscapes. Interiors reflect a blend of rustic charm and contemporary comfort, featuring natural materials like wood and stone, plush bedding, and large windows that invite natural light and stunning views. Many accommodations include fireplaces, outdoor decks, and fully equipped kitchens, making them perfect for families or longer stays.
Setting Description
Situated near the charming village of Stanford, Coot Club is surrounded by pristine natural beauty. The Klein Rivier Lagoon teems with birdlife and unique plant diversity, offering guests a tranquil environment to explore. The estuary is ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and swimming. The lawns and swimming pools of Coot Club serve as a natural playground, and the dunes fringing the Walker Bay Nature Reserve are notable for being a favourite Southern Right whale nursery from July to November.
What We Love
- -Prime Location: Nestled along the picturesque Klein Rivier Lagoon.
- -Diverse Accommodation: The retreat features an eclectic mix of traditional stone cottages and contemporary boathouses.
- -Abundant Wildlife: Part of the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy, Coot Club is home to indigenous bird species and diverse flora.
- -Family-Friendly Activities: From kayaking and paddleboarding on the lagoon to exploring the nearby milkwood forests, there are numerous activities suitable for all ages, making it an ideal destination for multigenerational family gatherings.
Activities
Birding
Cycling
Kayaking
Swimming
Whale Watching
Explore Stanford
Walker Bay is known for its champagne air. Spookhuis, in the centre, is a meeting point of mountain and sea, with spectacular marine life, a pristine 17 km beach, our special brand of fynbos, fabulous bird life, and archeological caves.
It is known as one of the best places in the world for land based whale watching. Southern Right Whales migrate from Antarctica to our shores from June - December to mate and calf. Being adjacent to the Walker Bay Beach, our guests enjoy whale watching from secluded white sandy beaches and sand dunes.
Just down the road is Gansbaai, the place for close encounters with great whites while cage shark diving. Hermanus also offers paragliding, golf and several craft markets.
We are part of the Overberg Wine Region, the southern most wine area on the continent. It is "off the beaten path" and with Hamilton Russell, Bouchard Finlayson and others, is producing some of the county's finest wines. Springfontein Winery is right next door.
Surrounded by nature, adventure activities and great food and wine, you will find all the ingredients for a magical holiday with us.
Spectacular mountain views and sunsets from the shoreline
Sundown cruises on pontoon boat (coming soon)
4x4 beach excursions on request (whale watching in season).
Quad biking
Kayaking on the Lagoon
Self-guided nature walks and bird watching
Spa treatments 5 minutes drive down the track
Activities in the area:
Boat based whale watching
Marine eco tours to see the Marine big 5
Cage shark diving
Archeological cave
Wine tasting
Paragliding
Golf
Browse the Stanford antique shops
Dine like a local
Foraging with Jero
Wheelchair access
Library
Bar / Lounge
Conference facilities
Free parking
Laundry service
Outdoor Pool
Restaurant
Spa
BBQ / picnic area
Wi-Fi
Wifi Yes, on entire property
Location
723 Wortelgat Road, Klein Rivier Lagoon, Stanford, 7210
How to get there
Cape Town
Get on N2 from Newmarket St
3 min (1.4 km)
Head southeast on Darling St toward Parade St
160 m
Turn left onto Castle St
240 m
Use the middle lane to turn right onto Newmarket St
550 m
Use the left lane to merge onto N2 via the ramp to Somerset/Muizenberg
500 m
Follow N2 to Hoop St/R316 in Caledon
1 hr 19 min (111 km)
Merge onto N2
3.2 km
Keep left at the fork to stay on N2, follow signs for ? N2/Cape Town International Airport/Somerset W
108 km
Follow R316, R326 and Wortelgat Rd to your destination
54 min (63.2 km)
Turn right onto Hoop St/R316
Continue to follow R316
1.7 km
Continue onto Chavonnes Way
350 m
Continue onto R316
27.2 km
Turn right onto R326
23.2 km
Continue straight onto Queen Victoria St
19 m
Turn left onto Daneel St
450 m
Continue onto De Bruyn St
750 m
Turn left onto Wortelgat Rd
9.0 km
Turn right
Destination will be on the right sign for the 1892 Spookhuis. Stay to the right of the "V" in the road. Continue to the parking area and park your car. Walk under the trees to the 1892 Spookhuis for checkin.
FROM THE GARDEN ROUTE:
South Cape DC Take Church St to R62
13 min (15.3 km)
Head northeast
4.6 km
Turn left
2.2 km
Continue onto Church St
8.5 km
Continue on R62. Take N2 to Queen Victoria St
3 hr 29 min (328 km)
Turn left onto R62
89.2 km
Turn left to stay on R62
77.4 km
Turn left onto R324
17.2 km
Turn right to stay on R324
15.3 km
Turn right onto N2
78.7 km
Turn left onto R326
50.5 km
Take Wortelgat Rd to your destination follow the sign for the 1892 Spookhuis. Stay to the right of the "V" in the road. Continue to the parking area and park your car. Walk under the trees to the 1892 Spookhuis for checkin.
Frequently asked questions
Coot Club is approximately 2 hours' drive from Cape Town.
The whale watching season runs from June to December, when Southern Right and Humpback whales visit the coastline.
Yes, Coot Club is extremely family-friendly with numerous activities for children including water sports, beach expeditions, and games.
No
No pets allowed
15:00 - 10:30
Coot Club offers various accommodation options including three-bedroom Port Boathouse, two-bedroom Starboard Boathouse, and traditionalstone cottages known as Lawns and Leeward.
