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The Potting Shed Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Cliff Path

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Deluxe Room (4) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Room (5) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Studio Room at Guest House | Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Located near Cliff Path and Whale Coast Mall, The Potting Shed Guest House offers travelers a full breakfast and sunny terrace. Enjoy ziplining and ecotours on the property, and relax by the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room (4) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room (4)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Room at Guest House | Living area | 38-inch TV with satellite channels

Studio Room at Guest House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
28 Albertyn Street, Northcliff, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Old Harbour - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cliff Path - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Voelklip Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Grotto Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelato Mania - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Burgundy - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Wine Glass - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Co - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Potting Shed Guest House

Guesthouse near Cliff Path
Located close to Whale Coast Mall and Fernkloof Nature Reserve, The Potting Shed Guest House provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi and a garden are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a nature reserve, and a front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, a reception hall, and gas grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 38-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 38-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from August to May
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Potting Shed Guest House Hermanus
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Potting Shed Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Potting Shed Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Potting Shed Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Potting Shed Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Potting Shed Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Potting Shed Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Potting Shed Guest House located?

Situated in Hermanus, this golf guesthouse is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cliff Path and within 3 mi (5 km) of Whale Coast Mall and Whalehaven Winery. Hermanus Beach and Fernkloof Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Potting Shed Guest House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely accommodation just a 10 min walk into the town and a friendly bunch of people running it! Ideal for a stay in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top choice.

Outstanding - you will not get better for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy spot within walking distance of the Cliff Walk and the Old Harbour. The room was spacious and comfy with a gloriously huge shower and a private patio. Owners Anna Marie and Dave are a delight and served us a delicious breakfast. We wish we had been able to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at The Potting Shed and had a fantastic experience. The room was large and impeccably clean, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment. The service was exceptionally friendly, with the owners going out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay. The breakfast pancakes were also a big hit! The accommodation offers great value for money, and we highly recommend for anyone visiting Hermanus!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our night in Hermanus

A lovely guest house with a friendly atmosphere close to all amenities. All home cooked food especially the home made rusks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this B&B was perfect. Spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, so comfortable, convenient location, delicious sumptuous breakfasts, super friendly owners and staff. A 10 out of 10 stay that we would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Annamarie n Dave wete excellent host n hostess. Informed us of all we can do and where to go. The place was well kept and equipped. The ample supplies of amenities provided. Place was very clean and very delicious breakfasts with home made bread
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
Not bad . Nice room . Bed needs propping as not level . Parking very tight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elke, Mainz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
sehr freundliche Gastgeber, Studio gut eingerichtet mit einer tollen Dachtrasse
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We slept at the studio and had a wonderful stay. The private terrace was magnificent and we enjoyed Hermanus very much. Great breakfast. Higgly recommended place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dover

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room and wonderful hosts! Walking distance to town centre and waterfront trail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carla, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On arrival the owner personally greeted us. The overall experience was a "homely feel", welcoming and extremely friendly all round.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

colin , hull united kigdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The amazing potting shed

David and Annemarie and staff so friendly and helpfull , a fantastic bed and breakfast cannot give enough praise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

ralf, wuppertal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr sehr gut

Gute Lage. Alles fußläufig zu erreichen. Sehr sehr nett mit vielen Tipps. Immer wieder

10/10 Excellent

Debra, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

A warm welcome with attentive and helpful hosts. Room was spacious and very well equipped. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

A nice guesthouse with friendly staff. We stayed in the attic apartment with balcony, low ceiling but nice room.

6/10 Okay

Steph, Recklinghausen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nettes B&B in der Nähe des Stadtzentrums

Sehr sauberes, nettes B & B in der Nähe des Zentrums mit eigenem Parkplatz

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Wenig Atmosphäre und Persönlichkeit, sonst ok. Saubere Zimmer und fußläufig zur Stadt und zum Cliff Walk.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Haus

Das Frühstück war super lecker.Es gab frisches Obst, frischen Saft, Pfannkuchen oder Hühnereier mit Speck. Alles war ganz frisch und super lecker und es gab selbst gebackenes Brot dabei. Die Leute im House sind alle freundlich und bei der Planung unserer Aktivitäten sehr hilfreich mit guten Tips.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia F, Sao Paulo - Brazil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We recommend!

Really nice hotel and the owners are super involved, suggesting things to do, where to eat and booking tours for us. Extra nice experience!

4/10 Poor

Matthieu, Grenoble

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Très décevant

Accueil catastrophique, à la limite de la correction. Chambre très mal insonorisée et peu pratique. Parking miniature.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice / clean place but lacking atmosphere

Room is clean / confortable and only a short drive from the city center (less than 5 minutes by car). However, this place lacks atmosphere and rules for check-in times are too strict...

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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