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72 on Vyfer | Family friendly | Whale watching

De Kelders, Western Cape8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 6 beds · 4 baths
4.7·22 Reviews

Highlights

Panoramic sea views and seasonal whale watching from the balcony.
Direct access to Die Plaat hiking trail and nearby Klipgat Caves.
Private pool, games room, and enclosed garden for family fun.
  • Patio with swimming pool and ocean view.
  • Modern house with a grey roof and large windows, facing the ocean.
  • A modern kitchen with a wooden island and white cabinets.
  • A modern kitchen with a large wooden island, stools, and a skylight.
  • A modern living room with large windows overlooking the ocean.

Highlights

Panoramic sea views and seasonal whale watching from the balcony.
Direct access to Die Plaat hiking trail and nearby Klipgat Caves.
Private pool, games room, and enclosed garden for family fun.

Location

De Kelders Western Cape

What's nearby

    Within 18.9 km from:

  1. Klipgat Caves (1.1 km)
  2. African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary (4.2 km)
  3. Panorama Nature's Haven (1.4 km)
  4. Grotto Beach (17.0 km)
  5. Hermanus Cliff Path (18.9 km)
  6. Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary (18.4 km)

Description

72 on Vyfer is a contemporary, family-friendly escape set in the heart of De Kelders, Gansbaai — just a short stroll from the rocky shoreline, Klipgat Caves, and the start of the iconic Die Plaat coastal trail. Thoughtfully designed for easy living and memorable holidays, this sea-facing villa pairs modern finishes with relaxed indoor-outdoor flow and sweeping ocean views. You can spot whales from the balcony, enjoy long lunches beside the pool, or challenge the kids to a game of table tennis! 🏡 Property Overview • 🛏️ Sleeps 8 guests • 🌊 Panoramic sea views & seasonal whale watching • 🥾 Direct access to Die Plaat hiking trail • 🏊‍♀️ Private pool & enclosed entertainment garden • 🔥 Indoor & outdoor braai areas (both floors) • 🎱 Games room with pool & table tennis • 🍽️ Two lounges, two dining areas & two kitchens • 🌐 Free Wi-Fi with inverter backup during load shedding • 📺 Full DStv package & smart TV • 🚘 Secure parking for 4 vehicles ⸻ 🌿 Living Spaces & Style Comfort & Coastal Sophistication • 🛋️ Upstairs open-plan lounge, kitchen & dining with sea views • 🔥 Gas fireplace for cosy evenings • 👨‍🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with:  – Electric oven & gas hob  – Fridge/freezer, microwave/convection oven, kettle, toaster  – Dishwasher & separate scullery with cleaning supplies • 🍹 Downstairs lounge with indoor braai, bar fridge & kitchenette • 🎱 Games area with pool and table tennis tables • 🧺 Separate laundry room with washer, dryer & utility space ⸻ 🛌 Bedroom Configuration • Bedroom 1 (Main Suite – First Floor): King bed | Gas fireplace | Sea views | En-suite (bath & shower) • Bedroom 2 (First Floor): 2 Single beds | Adjacent bathroom (shower) • Bedroom 3 (Ground Floor): Queen bed | En-suite (shower) | Desk workspace • Bedroom 4 (Ground Floor): 2 Single beds | Adjoining bathroom (shower) 🛏️ All bedrooms feature quality linen, built-in cupboards, and plenty of natural light. ⸻ 🌞 Outdoor Features • 🌅 Sea-facing balcony for whale watching & morning coffee • 🏊‍♀️ Swimming pool with sun loungers • 🔥 Built-in braai areas upstairs and downstairs • 🍽️ Enclosed outdoor dining with ocean and pool views • 🌳 Fully fenced garden for privacy and safety • 🚘 Secure off-street parking for 4 vehicles ⸻ 🔧 Property Features & Extras • 🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout • 🔌 Inverter backup for essentials (lights, Wi-Fi, TV) • 📺 Full DStv package • 🎱 Indoor games & entertainment zone • 🧺 Laundry room with washer & dryer • 🧽 Cleaning equipment provided 🌍 Location Highlights • 📍 Located in De Kelders, Gansbaai — famed for whale watching • 🐋 Walk to the rocky coastline & Klipgat Caves • 🥾 Die Plaat hiking trail begins at your doorstep • 🏖️ 5-minute drive to Stanford’s Bay swimming beach • 🛍️ Short drive to Gansbaai’s shops, cafés & restaurants • 🚗 163 km from Cape Town ✨ Optional Services (at additional cost) • 🧹 Additional housekeeping • 👶 Cot hire (advance notice required) • 🛒 Grocery pre-stocking ⸻ ❓ Frequently Asked Questions Can I walk to the shoreline and caves from 72 on Vyfer? Yes — the trail to the Klipgat Caves and Die Plaat beach begins right outside the house. Is the home suitable for families? Absolutely. It’s fully fenced, has spacious indoor-outdoor areas, and a dedicated games room to keep all ages entertained. How does the home manage load shedding? An inverter system ensures that essentials like Wi-Fi, lights, and TV remain functional during power outages. What’s nearby? You’re a short drive from local beaches, restaurants, wine farms, and the wild beauty of the Walker Bay coastline.View More

Rooms

Bedroom 11 king bed
Bedroom 22 single beds
Bedroom 31 queen bed
Bedroom 42 single beds

Amenities

Ocean view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 4 spaces

Reviews

4.7·22 Reviews
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Waleed

5.0

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July 2025

We had a fantastic stay at Firefly Villas. The place was clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated with great attention to detail. The location is perfect for exploring the area, and we felt right at home. Corne was a wonderful host—responsive, helpful, and made everything seamless from check-in to check-out. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a peaceful and high-quality stay!
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Tahrir

4.0

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April 2025

We enjoyed our stay, very peaceful and relaxing! The house was well stocked with all equipment needed which made cooking/braaing easy! The rooms were clean. The views were stunning.
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Michelle

5.0

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February 2025

Beautiful settting, with an amazing view of the ocean. Great amenities. I definitely recommend the place and will stay there again. Thank you for a great stay!
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Mathieu

5.0

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November 2024

Just as described, beautiful location and great views. We also enjoyed the nice touch at check in.

Property Rules

Check-in: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Self check-in with lockbox
No smoking
No pets
No parties or events

Total before taxes
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