Kabeljou Flat - Holiday Accommodation Witsand

Make a booking:

Grace & Gerrie Grobler
Phone: 028 537 1575
Cell: 083 378 9503
Email: info@kabeljou.co.za

Rates:

High Season - R400

(Easter & 1 December to 15 January)

Low Season - R300

(Any other time of year)

Price is per unit per night for the first two persons
R50 per person per night for every additional person
Children under two years visit for free
Stay for 7 nights or longer and get a 10% discount
Payment Policy: A 50% non-refundable deposit is payable on confirmation of the reservation and the balance is payable on arrival
No Credit Card Facilities
Deposit may be refunded in low season, if notice of cancelation is given in time
Please note: tariffs reflected above are only a guideline and are subject to change without notice
Smoking Outside Only

Map & Directions:

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Directions:

Witsand is situated approximately half way between Cape Town and Plettenberg Bay
From the N2 turn off on the R322 to Witsand. The turn-off is approximately 4 km west of Heidelberg
Travel for 28 km to Witsand
Turn left at the first 4-way stop into Main road
Travel past the church to 'Nella's Winkel'
Turn right into Mosselkraker street
At the T-junction turn right into Kabeljou street
Kabeljou Flat is on the right - 23 Kabeljou street

Other Accommodation:

We also offer accommodation in Dias Street. There are four units available, accommodating between 4 and 6 persons each. Please email us or call us on 028 5371 575 for more details.

More about Dias Flats

Kabeljou self catering holiday flat is situated in the heart of the un-spoilt and friendly fishing village of Witsand, overlooking the beautiful San Sebastian Bay. This bay is the most important nursery for the Southern Right Whale on the African Coast and one of the greatest concentrations of the large mammals comes come here to calve every year. On a good day, between June and late October, whale watchers can count up to 50 of these gentle giants.

Accommodation:

Kabeljou flat is situated in Kabeljou street - one of the most characteristic streets of the old town. It is within easy walking distance from river mouth and swimming beach, with stunning views of the estuary and a partial view of the beach and sea. The flat can accommodate up to 8 people in 3 bedrooms.

Bedroom with queen size bed
Bedroom with double and single bed
Bedroom with four single beds
Extra single bed in lounge
Baby cot is available
One bathroom with bath and shower
Fully equipped kitchen, fitted with fridge, freezer, stove and microwave
Separate dining room
Lounge with TV
Braai facilities
Safe parking outside for your vehicle and boat
Linen is provided, but bring own towels

As Witsand is only a 3 hour drive from Cape Town and 2 hours from George, it is a welcome stop on your Garden Route tour. But if you want to stay longer, we guarantee a haven of tranquility and calm, where you will unwind completely.

If water sport or fishing is your passion, this is the place to visit. Witsand is situated where the mighty Breede River flows into the Indian Ocean, creating a magnificent river estuary that provides safe swimming, fishing, wind surfing and kite surfing, snorkeling and 4 km of tranquil beach with white bleached sand - explaining the village’s name (White Sands).

A fisherman trying his luck off the rocks near Witsand

Activities in Witsand:

Whale Watching

Southern Right Whales, nursing their young, is a big feature of San Sebastian Bay. The best time to come for whale spotting is between June and October, when the region is also at its most beautiful.

Fishing

Witsand is recognised as one of South Africa’s top fishing destinations
The Breede River Mouth is famous for its giant Kabeljou (Cob). Tidal action reaches 40km upstream supporting a rich diversity of fish and birdlife.
Rock & Shore Angling is also good at Witsand and you’re likely to catch a Cob, Steenbras, Grunter, Elf, Leervis or Belman.
Deep Sea Fishing Charters can be organised where you can try your hand at Shark, Geelbek (Cape Salmon), White and Red Stumpnose, Red Roman or Cob

Water Sports

The estuary offers a fantastic spot for kite surfing. Bring your own equipment or hire in Cape Town.
Wind surfing, sailing, snorkeling, water skiing and a wonderful swimming beach should keep the adventurous occupied. No jet skis. No vehicles on beach.

Bird Watching

The Overberg region contains great numbers of Herons, Egrets, Ralians, Ducks and Teals. In summer you can see Ospreys, Lesser Kestrel and Steppe Buzzards. Fish Eagles, Oyster Catchers and Kingfishers are often seen. It isn’t unusual to come across flocks of several hundred Blue Cranes in the area around the Breede River. Not to mention that Witsand is Ostrich country!

Relaxing peace and quiet

Witsand is far away from the maddening crowd. You can wander along the beach for hours and be perfectly safe. Crime is almost non-existent.
The area offers beautiful scenery, especially in winter and spring when everything is green and bright yellow Canola decorates the countryside. But summer brings its own charm as the waters warm up and swimming becomes a great attraction.
There is a network of hiking trails throughout the town and various longer hiking and 4x4 trails in the area
Drive out to the quaint, historic towns of Stilbaai, Waenhuiskrans, Malgas, Heidelberg, Vermaaklikheid and De Hoop Nature and Marine Reserve – all just around the corner.

Witsand has become a landmark for anglers and travelers alike, and we are looking forward to welcoming you here soon!