Gordons Bay, Cape Province

Gordons Bay is a picturesque coastal Village, nestled at the foot of the Hottentots Holland Mountains and the False Bay Coast. This Mediterranean-style Village is situated only a few minutes away from Somerset West and Strand and only 30 minutes from Cape Town International Airport.

The climate is typical of Coastal Resorts, with a Winter rainfall and mild Sea and Air temperature, throughout the Year. The South Easter or "Cape Doctor" affords welcome relief from the heat in Summer. 'A great way to lazy morning's drive will take you to the world-renowned wine routes of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek and a short distance further to Paarl and Wellington, which is famous for its dried fruit and wines.'

Ten minutes from Gordon's Bay is the Helderberg Wine Route and Brewery. Over Sir Lowry's Pass is the fruit regions of Elgin and Grabouw. The Village is on the scenic coastal route to Hermanus. The 'Cape Whale Route' is the best during June to November. Whales can be seen frolicking in False Bay. 'Whether on holiday or for business, Gordons Bay Accommodation options will definitely satisfy your needs!'

The Village caters for all pockets with the Municipal Resort, situated next to the beach, offering self-catering holiday Cottages and Caravan Sites. Guest Houses are all near the beach, with Bed and Breakfast at nearby Country Inns. Restaurants offer a wide choice of culinary delights with the emphasis on seafood. A number of Restaurants can be found in and around the two Harbours, with most enjoying sea views. Take-away outlets are popular and cater for all tastes, from pizzas to hamburgers to hot fish and chips - delightful!  A charming mini-Mall, curio and bric-a-brac Shops in Beach Road, a Supermarket, Filling Station and Pharmacies adequately provide for the needs of visitors, while Somerset Mall is a mere fifteen-minute drive away.

Gordon's Bay is famous for its safe swimming, 'with both Main and Bikini Beaches attracting thousands of happy,Sun Worshippers!' Fishing from the Rocks and the old Harbour Wall is a popular pastime, with Locals and Visitors alike, sharing Gossip about: "The big one that got away". Pleasure Trips on luxury Yachts and Cruisers are available from the two harbours while the Steenbras Dam is sought after as a Picnic Spot! Visitors can browse around the Curio and Gift Shops, dotted along the Beachfront, for unusual Crafts. Boat, Rock and Surf Angling, Tennis, Rugby, Jet-Ski, Bowls, Squash and Croquet keep the sportsmen busy, while the radio control club - off road, enjoys an enthusiastic following. Yachting, deep-sea diving and angling ensures that Gordon's Bay is a sportsman's ideal Holiday Destination. Take a leisurely walk above the Village on the "Danie Miller Trail' or explore the Historic Cannon and Wagon Wheel Walk, at Sir Lowry's Pass. Or simply enjoy the sound of running water and a dip in Crystal Pools in Steenbras Dam or visit Steenbras Nature Reserve. Gordons Bay is a mere six minutes, drive away from the Strand and ten minutes to Somerset West.