About Wamakersvlei – Skilpadkos
R2210.00 – Three guests / R2635.00 – Four guests / R2996.25 – Five guests / R3357.50 – Six guests / R3718.75 – Seven guests / R4080.00 – Eight guests
Skilpadkos is a lovingly restored enchanting fisherman’s cottage. Original doors and frames were given a second chance and relived as stunning bespoke handmade furniture.
Skilpadkos cottage is tucked in behind the dunes overlooking the saltpans with its rich birdlife. The sound of waves washing up onto the beach constantly reminds one of the ocean, a mere 500m away. The distant mountains of Aurora and Piketberg form the perfect backdrop to the scenery. Skilpadkos cottage is a popular summer and winter retreat with an/ 4 indoor fireplace and outside boma.
The story of Skilpadkos
While exploring the veld (bushland) your eyes will suddenly catch sight of a striking red velvety cats’ claw which the local people referred to as Skilpadkos (hyobanche guinea). This is an unusual plant as it attaches itself to the roots of other plants in order to draw water and obtains nutrients from its host. The flowers were then dried, diluted and used as ink.
Skilpadkos offers four comfortable bedrooms.
3 Twin/king bedded rooms
1 double room
1 private bathroom/shower
2 private en-suite showers
This historic fishermen’s village from yesteryear is a rare find. This picturesque and secluded little piece of paradise is a mere two hours drive from Cape Town up the West Coast and lies just 4km north of Dwarskersbos.
Wamakersvlei offers a more exclusive experience and is the perfect tranquil get-away-from-it-all with five independent farmhouses, where you will relax and reconnect with nature and the ones you love.6
Couples, families, and groups will enjoy the pleasure of a one-of-a-kind experience creating unforgettable memories.
Fenced and can accommodate 3 dogs.
History
The so-called “bywoners” or farm labourer’s however discovered the rich fishing fields of the area where you will find Galjoen, Harders as well as Wit Steenbras. Bordering on Roscherpan, the 7 km coastline of 400ha is unspoilt. Weskus Fynbos is the habitat of various types of animals and birds.
The owners recently restored the original veewagter (Shepherds) cottages.
