Straw House

Elands Bay, Elands Bay, Western Cape

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Description

“The west coast is like a high powered internet connection to your soul. It is wild, rugged, tempestuous and untamed and any time spent here will lodge itself in the feel good centres of your being.” Coast to Coast Guide

This straw house, designed by Matthew Beatty, and built by the Burgers epitomizes relaxation. The thick bale walls protect from the relentless winds, keeping the rooms cool in the hot dry summers and warm in the cold winters. A teak sliding door & folding sliding window opens the living / kitchen area into a tranquil court yard. The bedroom area is joined by a North African style “chill out” area to the south and an outside bath house to the north. The modern design is softened through the use of simple fittings and natural building materials, creating the ultimate location to unwind.

The house is located in Elands Bay, on the West Coast of South Africa, about 3 hours drive to the North from the City of Cape Town and its international airport.

Evidence still exists of life from as many as 20000 years ago in this area. People from all around the world are still drawn by the harshness and beauty. Clear your mind on the endless stretch of beach, be hypnotized by the flawless swell lines that wrap into the bay and break perfectly down the left hand point, spend hours watching the amazing array of mammal and bird life along Verloren vlei or indulge in an evening of “brandy and coke” with the local potato farmers in the infamous Elands Bay hotel.

Check-In 01:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST

Thursday 11th September

Per Person Sharing:
R450

Per Person:
R600

Per Unit:
R1350

Minimum Stay:
2 Nights

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Check-in

07 February 2012

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Self catering de-tached house, linen provided. Gas stove and oven, freezer, fridge Living room has a fireplace, living area seating for 10 people. Dining area, seating for 6 people. Bathrooms: 1 bathroom, 1 shower room. There are 3 bedrooms, sleeps a maximum of 6 people. Bedrooms are 2 double, 1 room with single and ¾ Beds.Chill Out Area, barbecue, garden, parking Children welcome, non smoking only, pets not allowed

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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

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Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

Parking Available
Garden
Braai / Barbecue
No Pets Permitted
Fireplace on the Premises

Facilities in Rooms/Units

No Smoking in Rooms

Environment

Beach

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching
Fishing
Bicycle Touring
Kite-Surfing
Surfing
Yachting
Walking
Hiking / Backpacking

Straw House Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

Nearby Accommodation

Restaurants

Bosduifklip 25.1km

Customer Reviews

Reviews 5 of 8

Refreshing!

Michelle Theunissen, South Africa

14 August 2011

Straw House was a great place to get away from the usual rush of life. My husband and I and friends enjoyed the simplicity of this house. we were very comfortable and warm, yet felt like we were so close to the rough nature of the west coast. I never showered or bathed indoors once, even though it was the middle of winter! I would love to come back. Well done Straw revolution!

Perfect

Richard Lacey, South Africa

04 April 2011

Straw House is the perfect place to destress, even though the surf was flatter than our swimming pool. Thanks for making it available and we will definitely be back for more.

Nice

Anonymous, South Africa

22 March 2011

We enjoyed our stay very much. The way the house is built is something you do not find every day. It gives you a feeling of freedom and space.

Straw House

Anonymous, Reunion

13 September 2010

Two nights - not very comfortable.

A hidden gem

Sue Armstrong, United Kingdom

08 September 2010

I and my friends, who were travelling up the West Coast of South Africa from Cape Town to Namibia (for a hike in the Fish River Canyon) stopped two nights in Elands Bay and couldn't have found a more delightful house. It was wonderfully spacious, as well as being extremely comfortable and a pleasure on the eye with all its colourful cushions and rugs. We particularly liked being able to open up the whole house to the little courtyard in the heat of the day. Being just a few minutes wal ... more

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