The Trail House, Betty's bay

The Trail House, Betty's bay Offering down to earth, quality, budget accommodation The Trailhouse is down to earth and close to nature. There are outdoor braai areas in the garden.

Tucked away at the foot of the Kogelberg Mountains overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Rod's Hiking Trail starts 50m from the house and takes you through the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, home to one of the planet's most complex bio diversities and a World Heritage Site, to the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens. Within walking distance of the village center and the main beach, it is a perfect blend

of two worlds. The Studio is a fully self-catering, detached, open-plan unit. It is upstairs with both sea and mountain views and a gas braai for the front deck. The Trailhouse is on ground level and has three en-suite bedrooms, with a sea or mountain view. A dining room with a fridge-freezer, microwave, cutlery and crockery, also has an indoor fireplace. Activities and attractions in and around Betty's Bay abound as far as the eye can see and your time, energy and sense of adventure allows. A hiker's paradise with a host of marine, wildlife, bird and plant species are a few reasons why the area attracts nature lovers of all ages and caters for every mood. Wine estates, markets and farm stalls par excellence, world class golfing, nature reserves and unspoiled beaches as well as Zipline and rafting adventures are all in the vicinity. The African Penguin Colony, Sugar birds and The Cape Rock jumper as well as seasonal Whales, porcupines and baboons are among some of the local residents.

05/10/2023
Beautiful Batty's Bay
16/07/2022

Beautiful Batty's Bay

Stunning in and the - some epic for those braving the ice cold water!

02/02/2022

PUT PERSONAL SAFETY FIRST WHEN FROLICKING IN THE WAVES

As much as Overstrand is renowned for its delightful beaches where holidaymakers and residents can laze in the sun and cool off in the ocean during the hot summer days, this part of the coast is, unfortunately, also prone to rough seas and rip currents.

For the sake of your personal safety:

• Preferably swim where lifeguards are on duty and follow their instructions at all times, including not venturing outside the safe zone demarcated by red and yellow flags.
• If no lifeguards are on duty, never go swimming unaccompanied. Be sure that at least one other person will be watching you from the beach and that that person will be able to spot you in the breakers at all times.
• It is extremely dangerous to practise any form of water sport (swimming, surfing, paddle skiing, etc.) when under the influence. Drugs and alcohol dull the senses, slow reactions and cause irresponsible behaviour.
• Always pay attention to the condition of the sea. If a storm is brewing or if a spring tide is due, best to avoid the ocean all together.

• Know how to spot a rip current. The NSRI advises that you should look out for:
• • Water through a surf zone that differs in colour from the surrounding water
• • A change in the incoming pattern of waves (waves often do not break in a rip channel)
• • Seaweed, sand ‘clouds’ or debris moving out to the backline where waves are forming through the surf zone
• • Turbulent or choppy water in the surf zone in a channel- or river-like shape flowing away from the beach

• If you are caught in a rip current, the most important thing to remember is: Do not panic.
• Stay calm and force yourself to relax. You are not going to win a fight with the ocean.
• A rip current will not pull you under the water. So long as you can float, you will be safe until you can escape the current.
• Swim slowly and conservatively to the side and out of the current or relax and let it carry you out past the breakers until the current slacks and then make your way back to the beach.

If you see someone in trouble in the sea, don’t put your own life in danger as well. Alert the lifeguards or seek help:
* To report a sea rescue emergency, dial 112 from your mobile or contact NSRI Hermanus on 082 990 5967 or NSRI Kleinmond on 063 699 2765.
* Alternatively, call Overstrand Municipality’s 24-hour Fire & Rescue Emergency Services on 028 312 2400.

Issued by Overstrand Municipality Communications
OM Comms - 1 February 2022

11/11/2021

Spectacular scenery, top-notch wines and fabulous food… the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is heaven on earth.

Caves along the coast of the Overstrand
11/11/2021

Caves along the coast of the Overstrand

Sea or mountain view, en suite double rooms
25/08/2021

Sea or mountain view, en suite double rooms

28/03/2021
16/03/2021
30/12/2020

The Harold Porter National Botanical Garden in Betty's Bay is open under Alert level 3.

Therefore there are some changes that you have to be aware of.

As from tomorrow, the 31st of December 2020, the garden will open at 09h00, the entrance will close at 16h30, and everyone should be out of the garden by 18h00 (6pm)

Picnics are allowed but groups should be no larger than 20 people.

Leopard's kloof will be closed until further notice (end of Alert level 3).

No alcohol allowed in the garden.

Wearing a mask is compulsory. (No mask no entry).

Access to the garden will be no more than 350 people at a time allowed. This will be monitored as well as ensuring that social distancing is adhered to.

Please enjoy our garden, but observe Covid 19 protocols for everyone's safety.

Great family specials at Air Nature :)
07/10/2020

Great family specials at Air Nature :)

Families for less!

That's right: now is the best time to get outdoors and zip into the mountains for a fun family adventure.

Each child (under 18) ONLY pays 50% when accompanied by an adult. If you come ziplining as a family of four (two parents and 2 kids), you'll ONLY pay for 3 full tickets and get one totally free 🤩

Enjoy a thrilling half-day adventure together: a scenic 4x4 drive, 11 epic slides, a light meal, entry to the nature reserve... and you'll get to come back for FREE for your birthday next year!

Book now: bit.ly/CCTBook

To redeem, when booking, instead of selecting Adult and Child separately, choose the Adult and Child (under 18) Combo.

T&Cs: Valid for new online Adult-Child Combo bookings where each child (under 18) is accompanied by an adult.

Staff will still be wearing a mask and keeping a social distance so guests can enjoy our lovely fresh mountain air and s...
19/08/2020

Staff will still be wearing a mask and keeping a social distance so guests can enjoy our lovely fresh mountain air and sea breeze 🙂🍃🐚

Finally!! We take your safety seriously and booking in only one group at a time, so communal spaces will not be shared b...
17/08/2020

Finally!! We take your safety seriously and booking in only one group at a time, so communal spaces will not be shared by guests not travelling together.

20/07/2020
28/01/2020
04/10/2019

For a fun and festive family outing, local farmers’ markets tick all the boxes. Here’s our pick of the best markets in Cape Town.

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