Whaleback Cottage, South Coast
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WhaleBack Cottage - Olde Ramsgate - was built around 1915 and was the first holiday cottage built in Ramsgate, hence the superb position. This quaint rock cottage on the seas edge overlooks "Little Billy Bay" with its lagoon. Numerous changes were made over the years to make it more comfortable for holidays, the latest being the addition of a gas braai and large shadeport over a portion of the pooldeck for outdoor comfort.The Cottage is named after a huge rock situated in the sea directly in front of "whaleback" - A favourite low tide fishing spot amongst locals. An interesting historical fact is that "Cry The Beloved Country" was written here by Alan Paton in 1946 and The cottage was recently visited by Kingsley Holgate on his "Outside Edge of Africa" expedition.Whaleback Cottage is on the sea and beachfront in Ramsgate, with superb views of the sea, beach and indigenous bush. It offers fully equipped and serviced accommodation in an excellent beachfront position in the village. Enjoy
The cottage consists of an entrance hall, 6 bedrooms, 3 with queen beds, 2 with double beds and 1 with 3 singles. Two full bathrooms, one with bath and shower and one with bath and handshower, one extra separate toilet (3 in total). Ceiling fans are provided in the 3 main bedrooms. Kitchen, dining room and large lounge. The kitchen is fully equipped including 2 large fridges, dishwasher, large microwave, under-counter oven, hob & extractor and vacuum cleaner. 2 lock-up garages and 2 safes are provided. Items to bring to make your stay more comfortable include beach and bath towels, and consumables like toiletries, toilet rolls, charcoal, and foodstuffs. BillsBest Holidays - Everything you want! Call anytime for assistance during your stay . . . We are here for you! Stay in touch . . . limited free internet access available in Ramsgate. Watch your favourite shows . . . DSTV and DVD players provided. Manage your budget . . . no hidden costs! Put your feet up . . . units are serviced daily (except Sundays). Walk to the beach . . . from 10 to 120 seconds! (depending where you choose to stay). 3 star Graded and AA highly recommended. We offer a consistent standard of cleanliness, comfort and friendly service. In addition this tourist friendly area now has the reputation of being one of the safest places to holiday in South Africa. Ramsgate a quaint coastal village, 125km south of Durban International Airport - offers 2 beautiful safe lifeguarded beaches, 1 blue flag status and one favoured by surfers and bodyboarders which is also a registered boat launch site. A splashing tidal pool for lots of family fun, and 3 natural lagoons, 1 of which has canoes and pedal boats for hire. There are a selection of art galleries, craft, collectable or antique purveyors, dotted throughout Ramsgate and enjoy the extensive selection of restaurants and cafe's. There are nine superb 18-hole golf courses nearby, four of them Selborne Country Club, Southbroom Golf C
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- Fishing
- Swimming Pool
- Kitchens
- Visa
- Gardens
- Parking
- Surfing
- Bathrooms
- Tennis Courts
- Sailing
- Holiday Homes
- Bird watching
- Pets Allowed
- Bed Linen
- Television
- DVD Players
- Horse Riding
- Smoking Allowed
- Safe for Valuables
- Child friendly
- Fans
- Smoking in Demarcated Areas
- Additional Bed Mattress
- English
- Private Pool
- Housekeeping
- Game Viewing
- Swimming
- Braai barbeque
- Beach
- Patio Verandah Balcony
- Abseiling
- Afrikaans
- Children's Entertainment
- Children Cot
- Driving range
- Galleries Museums
- Cultural Experience
- Mastercard
- Highchair
- Quad Biking
- 4x4 Trails
- Water Skiing
- Diving Snorkelling
- Kayaking Surf Ski
- River Cruises
- Health Spa Massage
- Gym Fitness Centre
- Kite Surfing
- Helicopter Flips
- Golf Courses
- Rowing Canoeing
- Area information booklet
- Township Tours
- Mountain Bike Trails
- Hiking trails
- Cycling paths
- Cleaning Materials Supplied
- Climbing
- Whale Watching
- Kloofing
- Microlight Flights
- Farm activities
- Ramsgate Accommodation
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