Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Overberg » Whale Coast » KleinmondThe Barnacle B&BThe Barnacle B&B Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Kleinmond Western CapeDescriptionSeaside bed and breakfast cottage by the beach and river...
Jenny’s super-relaxed seaside home with its cosy cottage and sunshine suite are situated in lawny enclaves that lead to narrow paths, one over the low dune to the main beach with its fine white sand and the other via marsh reeds to the “brandy wine” river which has its own sheltered silvery sanded beach.
The two comfortable units are furnished in the Cape Country style and each has its own kitchenette where light meals can be prepared. The Cottage sleeps 4 and the Sunshine suite can accommodate 3. There is DSTV in both units. Prices include a large English breakfast served on the deck of the main house overlooking the main beach and from which there are magnificent views of the ocean and the Cape Peninsula from Table Mountain to Cape Point.
The Cottage is fully self contained with separate entrance and has an antique solid brass double bed fitted with a luxurious posteurpaedic mattress, a separate sleeping alcove with twin three quarter beds, a dining area furnished with country antiques and a cosy sitting room with its own fireplace for cool autumn and winter evenings. The en ensuite bathroom guarantees complete privacy. It also has its own enclosed garden and barbeque area which is connected to the beaches either by a wandelpad through the reeds that lead to the beach on the edge of the lagoon, or the path that leads over the dune onto the main beach.
The Sunshine Suite looks out towards the river and up to the rugged fynbos-clad mountains. Guests can pamper themselves in a Victorian slipper bath. This accommodation also leads onto its own barbeque courtyard which connects with the paths to the beaches.  
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Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585 | AttractionsGuests can swim and surf from the Pringle Bay beach or fish off the rocks, indulge in sun-bathing on the beach, dunes or in secluded spots in the garden. Children/toddlers love to swim in the warm, shallow waters in the summer lagoon where they can play in safety.
A canoe is available for use on the river or on the lagoon.
There is good surfing and kite surfing from a number of beaches in the area and which experience different wind conditions; so if the wind is not in the right direction on one you can always move to another!
Visit the land based penguin colony at Stoney Point in close-by Betty’s Bay. Enjoy relaxed walks in the renowned Harold Porter Botanical Gardens, the Koegelberg Biosphere reserve, and many other unspoilt places – all of which are a short drive away. (Hiking and walks can be organised with a registered guide who can answer any questions)
Two golf-courses of international standard are an easy 40 minute drive away – one at Arabella in Kleinmond and the other at Erinvale in Somerset West. The world famous wine routes are also within easy distance: take a spectacular circular day drive from Pringle Bay, over three passes to Franschhoek, via the “Helshoogte” to Stellenbosch and Somerset West; return via the dramatic coast road where you will see the Southern Right whales in season. Restaurants & Shops
Pringle Bay has 5 excellent restaurants catering for all tastes. Each one has a distinct ambience. (Credit cards accepted). Two tea room/coffee shops also provide light meals.
There are two General Dealer shops, and both bake the most scrumptious breads and rolls. You can buy fresh produce and most basic items here and the mini ATM's will enable you to make small drawings should the need arise. There are also some excellent craft outlets in the “Pringle Mingle” where you can buy locally produced items – Pringle Bay has an active arts and crafts community.
For those who want more than the basics and are prepared to travel, there are more trading outlets and eateries close-by in both Betty’s Bay and Kleinmond. For the real shopaholics, Hermanus is only 45kms away and offers all of the major supermarkets, plentiful craft and gift shops…and of course excellent restaurants.   
DirectionsFrom CT along the N2 turn towards Gordons Bay before Sir Lowry’s Pass - Follow R44 from Gordons Bay for 30km past Rooi Els to Pringle Bay turnoff - take first right turnoff (Buffels Road) and then follow signs down dirt roads.  
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