The Hessequa Region is nestled at the foot of the Langeberg Mountain Range and embraced by the Breede River and Gourits River and is only a 3-hour drive from Cape Town.
Hessequa is known as the entrance to the Garden Route offering off-the-beaten-track experiences, 6 blue flag beaches and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The following list of accommodation facilities are considered hidden gems and is offering last minute summer holiday availability.
AAN DE KANAL GUEST HOUSE – Aan De Kanal Guest House is situated along the canal in Heidelberg. This guest house is ideal for guests looking for a comfortable stopover, en route to various destinations within the Garden Route.
This facility offers last minute availability for the December/January school holidays. If you are looking for a place to stay over the Christmas and New Year holidays this is the ideal facility to choose.
Heidelberg is well known for its active farm facilities and experiences like the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve, the Grootvadersbosch Conservancy and Mountain Biking Trails. In addition, Heidelberg has developed a marvellous reputation as an Art and Craft destination.
Contact: 081 408 6890
Website: https://www.aandekanal.co.za
OAKDALE COTTAGES – Situated on the R323 leading to Ladismith, just 2 kilometres outside Riversdale, you will find the Oakdale cottages. These self-catering cottages each comes standard with kitchen, bathroom and bedroom(s).
This facility also offers last minute availability for guests that wants to do spontaneous trips this festive season.
Riversdale is well known for the Sleeping Beauty Day Hiking Trail, the Old Jail and Baleia Wines. Riversdale has many activities for different types of tourists.
Contact: 082 451 1765
Web: www.oakdalecottages.co.za
MYRTLES RETREAT – Myrtles Retreat is a Guest House located in the charming seaside village of Stibaai. Stilbaai is situated along the Garden Route and is 45-km’s from Riversdale.
This facility has last minute availability for those who wants to spend their festive season away from home in the company of family and good friends.
Stilbaai is a popular holiday destination with many attractions nearby and water-based activities for the whole family like water-skiing, boating, canoeing, or just simply taking a trip to the beach.
Contact: 074 188 6754
Website: http://www.myrtlesretreat.co.za
STILBAAI MUIR HOLIDAY APARTMENTS – The Stilbaai Muir Holiday Apartments is situated just a few minutes away from the beach, river and harbour area in Stilbaai. The apartments features kitchen facilities, bedroom(s) and private bathrooms.
Stilbaai is known as the Bay of the Sleeping Beauty.
This facility has last minute availability if you want to take a quick trip to relax before the family arrives for Christmas.
Contact: 082 413 0765
Website: http://www.stilbaaimuir.com
WILD RESCUE NATURE RESERVE – The Wild Rescue is a privately owned nature reserve that’s rich in biodiversity and preserved for its plants and wildlife. This reserve is situated between Riversdale and Stilbaai, and is a scenic 30-minute from both towns. The accommodation is offered on a self-catering basis.
The facility has last minute availability, especially around the New Year.
Contact: 078 875 5776
Website: http://www.wildrescue.co.za
ALBERTINIA HOTEL – The Albertinia Hotel is a charming and unique country hotel that was established in the 1900. Since then, they have built an outstanding reputation for country hospitality and Garden Route accommodation.
This facility has last minute availability so be sure to check out their website for your suitable dates.
Albertinia has many fun activities you can enjoy like golfing, bird watching, game drives and Aloe Factories that can be found within 10 minutes from the hotel.
Contact: 028 735 1030
Website: http://www.albertiniahotel.co.za
BONGAME PRIVATE RESERVE – The BonGame Private Reserve is a lovely self-catering house that is located approximately 10-minutes from Albertinia. It is ideal if you are looking for a secluded area to enjoy your holiday. The reserve offers game drives, a mineral bath, Hovercraft and has a restaurant on site.
This facility is fully booked for this festive season but has availability from the 7th of January 2025. Bring the family for a quick trip before the school holiday ends.
Contact: 076 980 6841
Website: http://www.bongame.co.za
