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Betty's Bay, Western Cape
Brief description.
Betty's Bay (and Pringle Bay) area is on the Cape south coast, a short drive from Cape Town. The two towns are in close proximity and have lots of outdoor activities, with the entire area falling part of the United Nations-proclaimed biosphere.
There is a penguin colony, thousands of plant species, hikes, walks, great beaches, tranquil lakes, waterfalls, artists studios, potters, botanical gardens, whale watching and nearby wine farms. Hermanus is a few minutes' drive up the coast .
Accommodation.
Bucaco Sud Guest House
2608 Clarence Drive, Betty's Bay, Hermanus; Tel: 028 272-9750; Fax: 028 272-9750; E-mail: bucaco@hermanus.co.za. Gay-owned, 5 en-suite bedrooms, featured in "Health Leasure" (Jan 99), Portfolio and Satour accredited. Set against Kogelberg Mountains, there is a spectacular coastal beach and mountain views, lakes with penguins. The house is built in a Tuscan/provence style house with a pool. Also available self-catering beach and lake houses.
AL's Hideaway" B&B
2152 Park Way, Betty's Bay; 028 272-9524 - Allan; cell: 082 928-1238; two well-appointed rooms, with all facilities, DSTV, a couple of steps to Silversands Beach. Gay owned and run.
Nursery.
Shady Lane Nursery
40, 9th Street, Kleinmond; tel: 028 271-3888 - André or John; coffee and light lunches in a tranquil atmosphere; gay-owned and run.
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