About Us
Welcome to Kennedy's Beach Villa, a private and exclusive self-contained apartment that caters exclusively for two guests at a time in Onrus River Beach/Hermanus. Kennedy's Beach Villa is located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean in Onrus River Beach, a charming coastal resort in the Overberg region of the Southern Cape, approximately 110 km south-east of Cape Town. In contrast to the relative hustle and bustle of its more well-known neighbour Hermanus, Onrus River Beach is a quiet and peaceful community and is home to a number of artists and craftsmen. A holiday or a shorter visit to Kennedy's Beach Villa is guaranteed to be a rare experience and a real indulgence.

		About our Apartment
		Living Area Indoors, the apartment consists of an extensive living area with a separate kitchen and bathroom. There are several distinct seating areas for dining and relaxation. During the day, the full-length windows let in generous amounts of sunlight, while at night the fireplace generates coziness and warmth. In a secluded corner of the apartment is a beautiful old Louis XIV double bed for you to rest in. A billiards table, satellite TV and a DVD Player are provided for your entertaiment. Outdoors What is truly extraordinary about Kennedy's Beach Villa is the charming variety of outdoor spaces that surround the apartment. First of all, there is a fantastic sundeck with a jacuzzi in summertime and a stunning view out over the mountains, ocean and beach below. Then there is the milkwood forest which begins right outside the doors of the apartment and stretches all the way to the lagoon, to which guests have private and exclusive access. Last, but not least, Onrus Beach is just a short walk (or swim) away. Cooking Kennedy's Beach Villa has a separate sunken kitchen with modern appliances, in which guests can prepare food in comfort and style, should they wish to do so. Furthermore, if you want to engage in a typically South African braai, there is a private barbecue area. We are also affiliated with La Vierge Restaurant, Hermanus for those nights when you feel like being treated to world class cuisine.   Bathing Outside, underneath the milkwood trees and yet in complete seclusion and privacy, is a free-standing antique bathtub for your relaxation at the end of a fulfilled day. Of course there is also a more regular Victorian bathroom with a shower inside the apartment. Should you wish to refresh yourself in the middle of a hot day, you can always take a cooling dip in the jacuzzi on the sundeck during summer while gazing out onto the mountains and the ocean. On request, we are also able to offer aromatherapy massages for our guests under the milkwood trees.

Activities
Nature The apartment is situated right on the lagoon and beach, nestled in a forest of milkwood trees at the foot of the coastal mountains with their natural fynbos vegetation. This special environment is a unique sanctuary to myriads of fascinating creatures, including an impressive array of indigenous birds and plants. Additionally, the reknowned Fernkloof Nature Reserve is only a short distance away. In Onrus River Beach, nature lovers can choose from countless activities, including white beach and mountain walks, bird watching, fishing and even white shark cage-diving. Also, the Southern Right Whale, Hermanus' most famous tourist attraction, can be spotted from the deck of the apartment at certain times of the year. Sporting Activities The area around Onrus River Beach and Hermanus is a veritable sporting paradise. Within 20 minutes of the beach villa you will find three golf courses: Hermanus Golf Club, Arabella Golf Estate and Kleinmond Golf Club. Likewise, there are five major beaches suitable for swimming, surfing, kayaking or canoeing within 15 minutes of the apartment: Onrus Beach and Lagoon, Grotto Beach, Voëlklip Beach and Nanny Beach. The Atlantic Ocean provides many other oppurtunities for aquatic sports of all kinds, while the coastal mountain range is a challenging environment for mountain bikers and hikers of all levels. Going Out Kennedy's Beach Villa is close to some of South Africa's leading restaurants, so there are plenty of oppurtunities to go out and enjoy a fine meal and some of the excellent local wine. Many of the vineyards in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley and Stellenbosch region host regular wine tasting events. Additionally, local art galleries and craft shops cater to visitors with an interest in arts and culture.

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