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  • Villa
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Ask about pets
  • Private garden

From the owner

Spectacular historic beach villa, recently refurbished and outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and barbecue area added. We have an inverter, so the elelctrictiy stays on! La Gratitude has the best location in Hermanus, being the closest house to Grotto beach in Voelklip. Yet the house enjoys splendid seclusion, being built on 3000 square meters of gently sloping grass rimmed by indigenous vegetation. Its generous proportions can sleep a maximum of 10 people comfortably. It is seaside home of one of the Cape’s most historically prominent families, La Gratitude offers superb, understated luxury with unsurpassed, uninterrupted views across Walker Bay. Situated just steps away from both secluded coves and a 12 km stretch of pristine beach. The cliff path begins meters from the the house and follows the bay round to Hermanus village. The interior is designed in the simple luxurious elegance of a by-gone age. There is a thoroughly modern kitchen with all conveniences, as well as two sitting rooms, with Satellite TV, DVD, VCR, and music system

Further details

There is a 2 week minimum booking over Easter and 3 weeks over Christmas or New Year, although other requests will be considered.

Non refundable 50% deposit required to confirm vacation rentals over Christmas and New year. For the rest of the year a 50% deposit is required to make a booking. This 50% deposit becomes non-refundable 30 days prior to arrival date. The balance of payment and a R6000 refundable deposit is required 2 weeks before booking date. The R6000 deposit will be returned less any breakages, phone usage etc within 30 days of departure. NO SHOWS AND CANCELLATIONS WITHIN 48HRS WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL RATE.

Further details indoors

A daily 4 hour maid service is provided with the rental. If you have other requirments for extra help, we will try and help you set these up. We can also help you with local information, such as putting you intouch with drivers, a fauna and flora expert to take you on guided walk or a tour guide.

Further details outdoors

Newly built out-door entertainment area, with swimming pool, jacuzzi on deck overlooking the sea, barbacue and dining table / seating area. Comfortable Teak Pool longers and chairs with cushions are in this area.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 2 Full beds
  • 6 Twin beds
  • 2 Family bathrooms, 2 En suites

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Ask about pets
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Accessible for wheelchair users — please contact the owner for details before booking

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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La Gratitude – Home 9484

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    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

    25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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    No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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    25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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    Things to know

    Check in: 14:00 Check out: 10:00
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    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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    Smoking

    Yes, smoking allowed

    House rules

    Smoking not allowed inside the house, but is allowed on the covered balcony.

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    About the owner

    Simon P.
    Average reply time:
    3 hours 26 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    11 Feb 2024

    Years listed:
    18

    Languages spoken: English
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    Travelodyssey
    Gordon's Bay, South Africa

    Once in a lifetime experience
    Apr 2015

    My daughter from UK booked this home for our family, to celebrate my wedding. I wanted a beach wedding, so this was the ideal home for the family to stay, and have a small intimate reception. This stu… More 

    30 Sep 2016

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Dear Shelley, Thank you for your review. I am so glad your family had such a special time for your wedding. Kind regards, Simon

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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    Simply stunning ..........
    Nov 2015

    Our stay at La Gratitude was simply stunning in everyway. The location was amazing the ocean and whales on one side and the breathtaking scenery of the mountains on the other. A few minutes walk along… More 

    28 Jan 2016

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Dear Sarah, Thank you for your kind review. We love La GRatitude to be used and enjoyed. Best wishes, Simon

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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    Excellent location, very comfortable, stunning views!
    Nov 2015

    A very comfortable holiday home with plenty of space. Could not be closer to the beach with the most stunning views and sunsets. Would happily recommend to anyone wanting to visit Hermanus.

    4 Jan 2016

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    407grahamc
    St Lucia, South Africa

    5 star location, 3 star facilities
    Mar 2015

    La Gratitude is in a wonderful location with spectacular views. It is unfortunately let down with it's facilities and the property is not maintained well. We travelled with four generations of ou… More 

    13 May 2015

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    Response from the owner
    Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I ask all guests booking the house at La Gratitude to call me right away if there are any problems at the house. During your stay I was told by La Gratitude's housekeeper that the washing machine was not working properly. I had it and the dishwasher (for good measure) replaced right away. On all 4 occasions I called the house to check that everything was OK, the male guest(s) I spoke to assured me that it was and there was nothing else that needed attention or was a problem. The toaster was a mistake and should not have been there, for which I apologise. It was an old back up one, which I had replaced, by a usual 4 piece good quality toaster the minute I heard the previous one had been broken. La Gratitude's house keeper should have called me right away about the toaster, but unfortunately did not, for which I apologise. This matter has been talked through with her. Since your stay, we have installed curtains with block out on all the bedroom windows to ensure that no-one else finds the bedrooms too light - despite this not being reported to me by other guests for 7 years of letting out the house. The floors are old oregon pine and can look dirty even after being washed once the varnish is off. We have had the floors sanded and revarnished this winter and done a lot of maintenance to the historic house. I am confident that no other guest will have the same experience that you had,particularly if they call me right away to notify me of any problems as soon as they are identified. It is so disappointing to be told about difficulties after guests have left only, so it is not possible to correct them. Thank you all the same for bringing your concerns to my attention. Simon

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    mxgill
    London, United Kingdom

    Wonderful place to unwind
    Apr 2012

    My family and I had a delightful stay at La Gratitude, the location immediately above Grotto Beach aforded both an unobstructed sea view and easy access down to the sea. The house was spacious, clean… More 

    5 Apr 2012

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