Author Archives: Jenny Meyer

Things to do in Hermanus with Children

Things to do in Hermanus with Children Hermanus prides itself with its many things to do in Hermanus with children and for people of all ages to enjoy. Some of these activities, however, are specially geared towards the smaller people of the world. Even families with smaller children can enjoy Hermanus and its surroundings to […]

Lodging in Hermanus – Mayflower

The Mayflower – Lodging in Hermanus Welcome to our lodging in Hermanus at The Mayflower!  Retired Master Mariner Graham Fenn and his wife, artist Jenny Bowes Meyer (owner of Eastbury Cottage), opened their two “upper deck cabins” at their new home in 2016.  Named after the Mayflower ship and a legendary fishing vessel in Hermanus, 18 Flower Street is in the heart […]

Day trip Hermanus to Stanford

Day Trip Hermanus to Stanford   Founded in 1857 and named after Sir Richard Stanford, Stanford is a lovely, unspoilt little village with an atmosphere of yester-year!  It is quickly becoming a favourite destination for retirement.  Situated only 16km to the east a day trip Hermanus to Stanford is worth adding into your busy holiday […]

Hermanus Day Trip to Bot River

Hermanus Day Trip to Bot River   Another quaint place to visit is the little hamlet known as Botrivier or Bot River. Hermanus day trip to Bot River is about 35km from Hermanus and Eastbury Cottage. It’s easy to find turnoff, can be found on the R43 traveling towards Cape Town just after passing the […]

Day Trip Hermanus to Elgin Valley and Grabouw

Day Trip Hermanus to Elgin Valley and Grabouw Feel like venturing a bit further? A day trip Hermanus to Elgin Valley and Grabouw is a good choice and is about 55kms away.  Take the R43 out of Hermanus, pass the Kleinmond and Botrivier turnoffs and merge with the N2 as though you’re going to Cape […]

Day Trip Hermanus to Southern Tip of Africa

Day Trip to Southern Tip of Africa   Enjoy an exciting day trip Hermanus to Southern Tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. About 127 kilometers from Hermanus is the most Southerly point of Africa, at Cape Agulhas. This area has been declared a National Park to protect its flora and fauna. You […]

Daytrip Hermanus to Gansbaai

Daytrip to Gansbaai, Kleinbaai, Danger Point and Elim   Our next daytrip Hermanus to Gansbaai, is filled with fun things to do. Gansbaai, only about 43km outside Hermanus, is still known to be an unpretentious fishing town, despite the blooming tourism industry. Gansbaai, or Goose Bay as it is translated in English, was named after […]

Hermanus to Kleinmond and Betty’s Bay

Day trip from Hermanus to Kleinmond and Betty’s Bay   Just 25 minutes away from Eastbury Cottage in Hermanus, are the coastal towns of Kleinmond and Betty’s Bay. Traveling from Hermanus on the R43 to Cape Town, one will encounter the turnoff to the R44 leading to Kleinmond.  Just after the Arabella Hotel and Spa, and […]

Day Trip Hermanus To Genadendal

Day trip Hermanus to Genadendal To be read in conjunction with our blog Hermanus day trip to Greyton.  A day trip Hermanus to Genadendal is a must while staying at Eastbury Cottage.  This day trip will be filled with adventure, history and mostly beautiful scenery of our “tapestry quilt like” Overberg. Travel on the R43 from […]

Holiday Cottage in Hermanus

Holiday Cottage in Hermanus Seashell Cottage is a delightful, sunny, one bedroom holiday cottage in Hermanus, situated close to the cliff paths and tourist amenities Seashell Cottage sleeps 2  on twin beds or a king size bed.  There is a spacious shower bathroom.  All linen and towels are supplied. The kitchenette is fully equipped with […]