Stanford River Lodge
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  • Longitude: 19.412433
  • Latitude: -34.42579
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Stanford River Lodge

Situated right on the exquisite natural beauty of the Klein River; 21 hectares, north facing with uninterrupted views of the Klein River mountains that run parallel to the river. B&B or self catering rooms each with en suite bathrooms and covered patios with BBQ facilities available - all have views of the river.

The upstairs honeymoon suite boasts stunning views both from the bed and bath.

Ideal for paddling, rowing or boating with a bird sanctuary on the river the one way and Stanford town the other way or just swim in this lazy, tranquil, inviting and safe river. There are canoes for the guests to paddle to the bird sanctuary or just to have some fun. There is also a swimming pool for those days when you just want to relax.

We offer DSTV, fans for summer, underfloor heating for winter, heated towel rails, pure cotton linen, pool, use of canoes and have secure parking. We are located next to Springfontein wine estate who are open for tasting and sales; close to the Walker Bay Nature Reserve and new fishing trail (easy driving with a 4x4) from where excellent fishing and whale watching can be enjoyed.

Hermanus, famous for its whales & Gansbaai, renowned for its great white shark tours and cage diving, are a short drive away, as are many places of interest and other activities like 4x4 and quad biking trails, wine estates, horse riding, mountain biking, bird watching, hiking in the mountains and many excellent restaurants, not to mention Stanford's famous river tours on the Platanna or the African Queen.

Map and Directions to Stanford River Lodge

From Cape Town

  • Take the N2 away from Cape Town
  • Take Exit 90 – Hermanus turnoff
  • Carry on this road through Hermanus towards Gansbaai/Stanford
  • Stanford is 15 minutes from Hermanus
  • Turn right into Stanford at the Caltex garage
  • Go through the village on this road, Queen Victoria Rd, until you drive down a large dip in the road
  • Turn left after dip into Moore St
  • Carry on over stop street onto a gravel road
  • 3.7km from this junction you will find us on the right hand side (look for black roof)

From Garden Route

  • 10km after Riviersonderend
  • Turn left onto R326 signed Stanford & Hermanus
  • Cross R316 from Caledon to Bredasdorp
  • The R326 ends at Stanford, Cross over into Queen Victoria St. Follow directions above from this poin

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