The Blue House

Features

Sleeps 8 people

This spacious Victorian cottage is centrally located in Stanford’s Historic Core.

With two double bedrooms and a third bedroom featuring two sets of bunk beds, it’s ideal for two families sharing. The lounge has a large fireplace, and the country-style kitchen includes an eight-seater table, perfect for winter dinners and board games.

In summer, enjoy long lunches on the vine-covered stoep, overlooking a private garden with mature trees and space for a game of Boules. A short walk down the gravel road takes you to the river for paddling, birdwatching, or a stroll along the bank.

The cottage combines country charm with crisp white linen, comfortable couches, and Persian rugs.

Amenities:

  • Bedding & towels provided
  • DSTV (smartcard included)
  • WiFi
  • Braai facilities
  • Pet-friendly


Loadshedding Notice:

While we’ve got rechargeable lightbulbs installed indoors, we kindly request you to bring your torches and solar lamps for outdoor lighting or as a backup. This way, you’ll have reliable lighting at your disposal, regardless of the stage of loadshedding we may encounter. Your preparedness is greatly appreciated!

Activities

Country markets, river cruises, birding, biking, antique and bric-a-brac shops, plus a variety of charming restaurants and wine farms make for a perfect getaway.

See our Activities page for more general info.

Rates and Bookings

01 Feb 2025 – 05 May 2025
*R3000 per night

06 May 2025 – 01 Sep 2025
*R2800 per night

02 Sep 2025 – 10 Dec 2025
*R3000 per night

11 Dec 2025 – 31 Jan 2026
*R3500 per night

01 Feb 2026 – 05 May 2026
*R3200 per night

06 May 2026 – 01 Sep 2026
*R3000 per night

02 Sep 2025 – 10 Dec 2026
*R3200 per night 

11 Dec 2026 – 31 Jan 2027
*R3600 per night

*Minimum Nights
A minimum of 2 nights is required for Friday to Monday bookings. One-night bookings are available mid-week (Tuesday to Thursday). Minimum stay will increase on long weekends, public holidays, and school holidays.

Cancellation policy for peak season.

  • Free cancellation and full refund if canceled 31 days or more before arrival.
  • Forfeit deposit if canceled within 30 days before arrival.
  • Forfeit total if canceled 14 days or less before arrival.
Directions

Drive through Hermanus to Stanford (about 20 mins from Hermanus) In Stanford, drive into Queen Victoria Str (main rd) and turn left into Shortmarket Str. The Blue House is the 3rd house on your right. No: 34

GPS: 34°26’23.5″S 19°27’15.9″E

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What do our guests say?
Jacobus - September 2022The Blue House - Airbnb
Gorgeous old house and walking distance from everything. I can' t fault the stay. If for no other reason, go for the the fireplace, a kitchen that can fit a family, as well the softest beds and bedding you'd be lucky enough to sleep in for a while.
Megan - May 2022The Blue House - Airbnb
We loved our stay in the Blue House -- such wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces to hang out in and Stanford as a town really exceeded our expectations!
Cassisa
The Blue House - Booking.com
We had such a wonderful time at The Blue House, has everything you need for a weekend away. The house was central, lots of space for the children to play and has everything you need for a fantastic relaxing time away! Home away from home.
Lisa - Sep 2023
The Blue House - Booking.com
Wonderful
The owners were amazing! Really helpful and attentive during the flooding of Stanford. The town pulled together amazingly and everyone helped where they could.
Martin B - Mar 2022
The Blue House - Travelground
Excellent visit with some friends to Stanford, exploring as a possible retirement destination.
Good: great location and very informative booklet. Back patio and garden wonderful in the mornings and evenings and short walk to good dining. Felt safe. Could be better: coffee cups chipped, easy aid to the alarm workings would be useful, had some beggars try the front door, might become more of a problem in future, mosquitos, not all windows close properly.
Elizabeth B - July 2022
The Blue House - Travelground
Heerlik en gesellig!
Die blou huis was baie lekker ingerig vir twee gesinne. Die 4 kinders onder die ouderdom van 10 was mal oor die 'bunk beds'. Die kaggel en braaigeriewe het ons warm gehou op 'n koue naweek. Pragtige dorpie!

Lovely and cozy!
The blue house was very nicely set upfor two families. The 4 children under the age of 10 loved the 'bunk beds'. The fireplace and braai facilities kept us warm on a cold weekend. Beautiful village!
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