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Wake up to uninterrupted views of the Hermanus lagoon and across to the magnificent Maanschynkop mountains at Coot Club – a nature lover's paradise found on a spit in the midst of a milkwood forest, and bordered by the Walker Bay Nature Reserve in the Western Cape. The two recently-built Coot Club Boathouses, Port and Starboard, feature a modern yet understated design with an underlying nautical theme and contemporary architecture.
Each Boathouse is designed to blend seamlessly into its surroundings and in accordance with Stanford’s regulations, which only increases the quaint, charming factor. Both Boathouses offer an open-plan living area that flows effortlessly into the surrounding fynbos, a toasty wood-burning fireplace, and a comprehensive kitchen. The Starboard Boathouse comprises two bedrooms, while the Port Boathouse is suited to larger parties with three bedrooms.
Located just beyond the quaint riverside village of Stanford in the Overberg region, this escape promises peace and serenity. Whether guests wish to sit back, relax, and watch the birds go by, or enjoy all the activities on offer, Coot Club offers the best of both worlds. For those interested in activities, there is plenty on offer - slip into the lagoon for a refreshing paddle, or try SUPing, sailing, and kayaking.
If water-based activities aren’t of interest, embrace the exquisite natural surroundings on offer with a guided, or self-guided, nature walk, a visit to Walker Bay Beach, bird watching, or taking part in lawn games. Between July and December, don’t forget to look for southern right whales - as Walker Bay is a Marine Protected Area, they come much closer to shore.
Check out the other accommodation offering at Coot Club: Coot Club Stone Cottages.
We loved, loved our stay at the boathouses. They are so cool and so modern. The interior decor is so stunning, we couldn’t get over it. The activities and the views are everything we needed for our getaway.
D. Leon
The boathouses are perfect for a family getaway. They are spacious and very comfortable. We had an amazing time with my family and we loved waking up to the beautiful mountain views.
Q. Ntanga
Our whole experience from booking to check-out was absolutely amazing! Chris and Ella at Coot club were literally the BEST hosts we have ever encountered. So gracious and friendly and going the extra mile to make my husband’s birthday extra special! The food was exceptional. The staff was so helpful and friendly Charles and Ben was such a treat on our trip to see the beached whale at Walker Bay.The boathouse was absolutely stunning. Can highly recommend The Coot Club.
M. Scholtz
723 Wortelgat Road, Klein Rivier Lagoon, Stanford, 7210
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.
Yes, the boat houses are very child friendly.
Absolutely! After vacating the room at 10:30, guests are welcome to enjoy the Coot Club facilities until 15:00 and have lunch (own cost) at the Clubhouse.
Yes, there are two shared pools with beautiful views overlooking the mountains and Hermanus lagoon for guests to enjoy.
There is a fixed Conservation Levy: R250 per person (13+ years) per day.
There is an optional dinner surcharge available which includes a two-course meal served at the Clubhouse. Dinners at the Clubhouse or under the Milkwoods (weather dependent) range from Friday night pizza, Saturday night barbeque to other meals with a focus on locally sourced. The kitchen also offers a selection of snack platters.