Ocean Whisper Unit 79

Ocean Whisper Unit 79 is a charming self-catering apartment set in a secure complex in Hermanus. The complex is close to the town centre, popular whale-watching spots, restaurants, and shops, and 5 km from the world-renowned Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Valley, to name a few attractions. Situated on the ground floor, this 2-bedroom and 1-bathroom apartment is fully furnished. The apartment offers a well-equipped kitchenette with a gas stove, air fryer, a fridge, and a microwave. The adjacent open-plan living area contains a TV for media entertainment and leads onto a patio, which offers a portable braai/BBQ. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the apartment. Guests have access to the complex's communal swimming pool, children's play area, squash and tennis courts, and a mini putt-putt golf course. Free secure parking is available in the complex as well. Ocean Whisper Unit 79 is ideally situated 1.5 km from Hermanus Harbour, 6.5 km from Hermanus Golf Club, and 8.5 km from the Blue Flaf Voelklip Beach. Cape Town International Airport is 109 km away.

Area Info

Hermanus is a popular holiday town on the southern coast of the Western Cape. It is world-famous for having fantastic land and boat-based whale watching. Its scenic beauty, mild climate, outdoor activities, rich floral kingdom, and proximity to Cape Town make it the ideal base from which to explore the Cape Overberg.

One can sight Southern Right Whales during winter and mid-spring from the winding cliff paths, or for the more adventurous, by boat. Hermanus hosts an annual whale festival at the end of September to celebrate the return of the whales to the bay during mating season. The festival is characterised by food and craft stalls, environmental presentations, and drama productions. Hermanus also has the world’s only whale crier who walks the streets sounding his kelp horn to alert residents of whales in the bay.

Hermanus boasts numerous beaches. Grotto Beach is the largest and has acquired Blue Flag status. Other beaches include Voelklip, Kommabaai, Sandbaai, and Langbaai. Be sure to experience the true culture of Hermanus by attending one of the various craft markets in and around town, from Lemm’s Corner Market to The Food & Wine Market, and Hermanus Country Market. Although Hermanus has become a famous tourist attraction, it has kept its fishing village charm.

An interesting lesson is afforded at the Space Science Directorate of the South African Space Agency (previously the Hermanus Magnetic Observatory), which monitors variations of the earth’s magnetic field. Hermanus Yacht Club is well worth a visit, as is Fernkloof Nature Reserve featuring the largest carnivorous plant in the world, and Hermanus Golf Course where resident baboons make appearances on the greens. Hermanus holds claim to the southernmost wine route in Africa and produces top quality, world-renowned wines in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Those seeking culinary delight will marvel at the myriad of excellent restaurants in Hermanus, offering everything from fine wines to the freshest seafood.