Heaven and Earth
Brit, here. Come along for the ride as Armand & I depart the Bouchard Finlayson vineyards after meeting Hannibal and drive off into the sunset of heaven and earth. Okay, maybe not completely true. But we are driving in the Heaven and Earth valley, not far from Hermanus, South Africa. Enjoy the full story on the HD Travel magazine website at hdtravelmag.com.
HERMANUS
Hermanus is the 'jewel of the Overberg', or the 'whale capital of the world' - it depends on who you ask!
Hermanus is world famous for its land-based whale watching. The 12km long Cliff Path offers various view points to see the whales, with some taking you only a few metres from the whales!
They can be seen in the southern winter and spring season (June - November) after migrating from the Antarctic, when they seek out the waters of the Overstrand, especially Walker Bay, to calve and mate.
Nowadays much more than a sleepy old fishing village - Hermanus has loads more to offer. From spectacular restaurants, coffee shops and art galleries to various adventure activities, hiking/MTB trails and the picturesque wine route of the Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley.
Due to its close proximity to both the ocean and mountains - it surely is a uniquely beautiful destination, well worth a visit!
This short video only scratches the tip of what is on offer in Hermanus.
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Hermanus Wine tasting in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
The Hemel-en-Aarde Valley near Hermanus is the gateway to a circular route through the imposing Overberg Mountains. With a name meaning 'heaven and earth', the valley inspires lofty sentiments with its stunning scenery. Located at the lower reaches of the Onrus River, the valley is blessed with bounteous vineyards, heavy fruit orchards, velvety fynbos hillsides and imposing krantzes. A great destination for wine-lovers, Hemel-en-Aarde produces some of South Africa's award-winning wines.
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Creation Wines, HERMANUS
Wheelchair accessible and family friendly wine estate in the Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, Hermanus, Western Cape
Hermanus rides
Having fun in my local town
Bluegums
This video is about mountain biking on the Tygerberg Mountain bike club trails. I liked the song although translated probably completely inappropriate. Works though! Enjoy!
Dan's Epic Wine Route: Hemel-en-Aarde Valley (I)
Week two of Dan's Epic Wine Route finds him in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, trying wine from four more estates along the 2017 Cape Epic: a white blend from Hermanuspietersfontein, and three excellent examples of South African pinot noir from La Vierge, Sumaridge, and amateur surfer Bevan Newton Johnson's Newton Johnson Wines. Enjoy!
Hemel en Aarde - Januarie 2014
Mountain biking in the Hemel en Aarde valley, Hermanus, South Africa
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Luxury in Harmony with Nature
Nestled between mountain and sea, the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the Marine Big 5 - whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience.
Only 2 hours from Cape Town and 30 minutes from Hermanus on the way to the world-renowned Garden Route, Grootbos is perfectly situated between the classic attractions of the Cape and is most certainly a highlight on any itinerary.
The Magic of Milkwoods
The name Grootbos, an Afrikaans word meaning Big Forest, is derived from the presence of our ancient Milkwood Forests. Milkwood trees are known to grow over 1000 years old and their gnarled branches and mossy beards create an enchanting atmosphere of deep soothing tranquility and rejuvination. It is amongst these ancient forests that Grootbos has artfully laid out its exquisite 5-star accommodation offerings, with breathtaking views across the fynbos plains towards the sparkling whale sanctuary of Walker Bay in the distance.
An Investment in People and the Environment
Grootbos is about more than just luxury accommodation and eco adventures. Your visit directly contributes to the conservation efforts of the Grootbos Foundation as well as the development of sustainable nature-based livelihoods amongst local communities.
It is this core philosophy of conservation linked with social development that has made Grootbos an award-winning world leader in responsible tourism.
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Drone Captures a Mother Whale's Amazing Relationship With Her Baby!
Filmed in Hermanus, South Africa, this video shows the beautiful Southern Right Whales with their calves.
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ABSA Cape Epic 2019 Day 1 #CapeEpic #untamed #mtb
Stage 1 Monday, March 18, 2019 - Heaven and Back to Earth
Relentless. Attritional. A return to the Absa Cape Epic Stage 1’s of old and the Hemel en Aarde Valley. Rotary Drive, the La Vierge stairs and the Paddocks set the tone for a day of relentless ascents before the day’s first spectator point at Creation Wines. Then it is onwards and upwards towards the Dimension Data Hotspot near the summit of the Katkloof Climb. Baked by the summer sun it will be littered with loose pebbles, clinging precariously to a shifting sand surface. In the wheat fields of Overberg, rolling roads provide momentary respite before the war of attrition resumes on the slopes of the Babilonstoring Mountains, then descending into the Tesselaarsdal Valley – where in 2017 many an Epic dream was dashed. Turning for Hermanus and home it is downhill in theory – but reality and Charley’s Babe have other ideas. The Gorge, in the final fifteen kilometres provides the day’s Land Rover Technical Terrain and one of the most exhilarating approaches to an Absa Cape Epic finish line yet. There is still one final sting in the tail though; the Water Works climb, designed to bring a tear to eye of those who failed to prepare.
Distance 111km
Climbing 2700m
Start Location Hermanus High School
Finish Location Hermanus High School
Max Stage Time 10 hours
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Seeff Hermanus | 3 Bedroom House for Sale in Hemel En Aarde Estate
Immaculate property in the very sought-after Hemel-en-Aarde Estate.
Sole Mandate
Single storey home with mezzanine. Hide your study / work room from the rest of the house or transform it into an additional guest room for the holidays.
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac. Ideal to scale down, retire or for the young start-up family.
The position of the estate offers general convenience and lifestyle with local schools and shops on your doorstep, as well as the gorgeous beaches that the vibrant town of Hermanus has to offer.
The well maintained Hemel-en-Aarde Estate secured with biometric access, offers owners a plethora of facilities surrounded by beautiful manicured gardens.
The Hemel & Aarde estate lies adjacent to the Hemel & Aarde Village on the corner turn off to one of the most scenic drives into the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, which, as its name depicts, literally means ‘heaven and earth’ which is one of the fastest developing wine regions in the country.
The estate embraces an area of 52ha with a perimeter of close to 3 km and has the following facilities:
A Clubhouse which houses:
• A Pub
• A Kitchen
• A Reception Kiosk and Office
• An Estate Manager's office
• An office for the Financial Manager
• A Boardroom
• A Lounge/Library
The Clubhouse precinct includes:
• An Olympic size swimming pool
• Change Rooms with Sauna's
• A well-equipped Gymnasium
• Two Squash Courts
• Two Tennis Courts
• A Kiddies playground
• Lawns with sun chairs and braai facilities
• Parking for 30 vehicles
The home is situated within walking distance to these facilities.
The residential area precincts include:
• An Entrance with Security stations and a large overhead office
• Approximately 3 km of vehicle roads
• Three large traffic circles each with a water feature
• Approximately 4 km of footpaths and walking trails
• A large garden park and a smaller tranquil Zen garden
• Extensive maintained hillside open areas
Unobscured sea views! A gem not to be missed.
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Seeff Hermanus | 5 Bedroom House for Sale in Hemel En Aarde Estate
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This is the home you have been waiting for, located within a security estate.
Sole mandate.
You can have both heaven AND earth in the well established and very popular Hemel-en-Aarde Estate. Here you will experience the exceptional lifestyle of the Overstrand, ranging from the beautiful surrounding nature to extreme sports (mountain biking, hang gliding, shark cage diving, etc) to quality restaurants, shops and top wine estates to endless beaches.
Exceptional family home for the executive of 836m².
Everything about this home is spacious with elegant finishing touches. An entertainers paradise.
Top of the range kitchen with island, granite tops where you can cook and entertain while enjoying the most stunning views.
Situated in the exclusive Hemel-en-Aarde Estate in Hermanus at an affordable price.
The estate embraces an area of 52ha with a perimeter of close to 3 km. The Estate has the following facilities:
A Clubhouse which houses:
• A Pub
• A Kitchen
• A Reception Kiosk and Office
• An Estate Manager's office
• An office for the Financial Manager
• A Boardroom
• A Lounge/Library
The Clubhouse precinct includes:
• An Olympic size swimming pool
• Change Rooms with Sauna's
• A well-equipped Gymnasium
• Two Squash Courts with a Steam Room
• Two Tennis Courts
• A Kiddies playground
• Lawns with sun chairs and braai facilities
• Parking for 30 vehicles
The residential area precincts include:
• An Entrance with Security stations and a large overhead office
• Approximately 3 km of vehicle roads
• Three large traffic circles each with a water feature
• Approximately 4 km of footpaths and walking trails
• A reservoir owned and managed by the Overstrand municipality
• A pump house from which irrigation pipes are fed
• A reservoir serviced by 2 pumps for reticulation of irrigation systems
• A large garden park and a smaller tranquil Zen garden
• Extensive maintained hillside open areas
This is the home you have been waiting for.
a holiday in heaven
you can experience heaven wherever you are, with whatever you have
Vacant Land For Sale in Vermont, Hermanus, South Africa for ZAR R 795 000
Chas Everitt - Whale Coast
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This plot in Vermont overlooks a green belt and the Walkerbay coastline. It is alleviated therefore the scenery is quite breathtaking. Come and claim your piece of Heaven on Earth. Vermont borders on a number of green belts created in an effort to maintain the inherent tranquillity and endemic fynbos and bird life in the area. Vermont serves mainly as a holiday village, its residents making their way here primarily during holiday seasons. A beautiful coastal path stretches from Onrus along the coastline and is known as the Vermont Trail, interspersed with tidal pools and ending at the sand dunes of Brekvis (Breakfast) Bay, one of the most undisturbed beaches in the area. The Vermont Salt Pan, an ecologically sensitive seasonal body of water that teems with bird-life, plays host to a large population of flamingos - their pink wings and long legs against the backdrop of the mountain make a wonderfully scenic view and outlook.
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Tel: 028 316 2466
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