• Entire home
  • 2852 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace

Boasting pool views, On The Rocks features accommodation with a balcony, around 2.2 km from Village Square. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 28 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve. The spacious villa with a terrace and sea views has 5 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The property also has 3 bathrooms featuring a bath and a hair dryer, and towels and bed linen are provided. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hermanus, like fishing and hiking. Kleinmond Golf Course is 35 km from On The Rocks, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 105 km from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Golf course (within 3 km)

Fishing

Canoeing


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 5:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hermanus
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    The location was superb and the upstairs area spectacular. Lovely home away from home.
  • Antoinette
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Location, view of ocean. Nice walk on path overlooking ocean. Amazing sunrise. Good amenities, everything you need. So quiet amd peaceful.
  • Jenne
    South Africa South Africa
    The house and its amenities was lovely. The location is amazing. We were able to watch whales right from the top balcony, it was a nice treat. The view was amazing. There is also a path which is along the beach which is nice for a sunrise walk....
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Marna

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

Marna
On The Rocks is a beautiful Mediterranean style villa set on the cliffs of Hermanus with uninterrupted views over Walker Bay. In whale season, guests can spot whales from the sea facing master bedroom and the upstairs lounge and balcony. Relax in luxury and enjoy magnificent sunrises over the bay. This property is a 5 minute walk from the new harbour and within easy walking distance of the town centre. Situated right on the seafront along the Cape Whale Coast Route in Hermanus, this top location offers panoramic views over Walker Bay with access to the cliff path. The house offers space for 11 guests in 5 elegantly furnished rooms. The open plan lounge and dining area feature an efficient wood burning stove and a flat-screen satellite TV offering the full premium bouquet DStv channel selection. The house is ideal for a family or group holiday with two living rooms that make relaxing and enjoying time with family and friends a pleasure. Whether sipping cocktails on the balcony, lounging with friends around the pool, or part of a large family in need of spacious relaxation, this picture-perfect setting offers luxury accommodation for guests to enjoy.
On-The-Rocks is centrally located close to the Hermanus town centre, the New Harbour and Fick's Pool. The famous Hermanus cliff path is metres away affording one the opportunity to take a leisurely stroll next to the sea while searching for the sea creatures Hermanus is famous for e.g. whales, dolphins, seals and sea birds. A short drive away are famous locations such as the Hemel and Aarde wine route, Stanford, Clarence drive and the Hermanus Saturday morning market.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of On The Rocks
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool cover
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

On The Rocks takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 2000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about GBP 86. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
ZAR 50 per child, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

2 cots available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform On The Rocks in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about On The Rocks

  • On The Rocks offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at On The Rocks on this page.

  • Yes, On The Rocks is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • On The Rocks can accommodate the following group size:

    • 9 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at On The Rocks is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at On The Rocks on this page.

  • On The Rocks has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 5 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at On The Rocks may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • On The Rocks is 1.1 miles from the centre of Hermanus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at On The Rocks on this page.