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Coot Club

South Africa

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Wake to birdsong on the lagoon, paddle through secret channels, and embrace the wild spirit of the Overberg at Coot Club
Conservation Focus
Wellness
Family & Generational
Couples
Solo
Adventure & Nature

Stays

Four original stone boathouses, three luxury cottages, and a family house—each with private decks, water views, full kitchens, and spacious living areas. Clubhouse lounge, outdoor pool, wood-fired hot tub, jetty, and tennis court.

Adventures

Kayaking. Sailing and SUP. Boating. Swimming. Guided nature walks. Cycling. Birdwatching. River cruises. Picnics. Star-gazing. Farm activities. Kids’ club.

Features

Boathouses with private water access. Family cottages and house. Full kitchens for self-catering. Waterfront pool and hot tub. Tennis court and playground. Farm-to-table meals by arrangement. Pet friendly.

Only Here

Coot Club is for families, couples, friends, and solo travelers looking for playful riverside days, wild Overberg beauty, and the freedom to reconnect with nature and each other.

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Wild Water, Warm Welcome

Coot Club is perfect for families, nature lovers, couples, and friends who want river adventures, Cape wilderness, and space to relax and play, all within easy reach of Stanford and Hermanus.

Why Stay Here

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Coot Club brings riverside freedom, new adventures, and simple pleasures, from boat rides to fireside nights
Kayaking Adventures
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Paddle the wild

Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.

Guided Nature Walks
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Explore the Overberg

Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.

River Cruises
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Drift at sunset

Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.

Sailing and SUP
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Play on the water

Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.

Cycling and Country Lanes
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Ride free

Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.

Star-Gazing and Farm Picnics
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Feast under the sky

Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.

Coot Club Sustainability In Action

Coot Club Conservation and Community

Lagoon, Nature, and Heart

Coot Club restores local wetlands, funds bird habitat projects, and sources food from nearby farms. Every stay helps protect the Klein River lagoon and supports local jobs and schools.

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Book Now
Let us create your river retreat

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.

Request a personal experience or see our list of sample itineraries.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Coot Club brings riverside freedom, new adventures, and simple pleasures, from boat rides to fireside nights
Kayaking Adventures
Details +
Less -
Paddle the wild

Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.

Guided Nature Walks
Details +
Less -
Explore the Overberg

Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.

River Cruises
Details +
Less -
Drift at sunset

Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.

Sailing and SUP
Details +
Less -
Play on the water

Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.

Cycling and Country Lanes
Details +
Less -
Ride free

Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.

Star-Gazing and Farm Picnics
Details +
Less -
Feast under the sky

Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.

Coot Club Sustainability In Action

Coot Club Conservation and Community

Lagoon, Nature, and Heart

Coot Club restores local wetlands, funds bird habitat projects, and sources food from nearby farms. Every stay helps protect the Klein River lagoon and supports local jobs and schools.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us create your river retreat

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Coot Club brings riverside freedom, new adventures, and simple pleasures, from boat rides to fireside nights
Kayaking Adventures
Details +
Paddle the wild

Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.

Guided Nature Walks
Details +
Explore the Overberg

Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.

River Cruises
Details +
Drift at sunset

Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.

Sailing and SUP
Details +
Play on the water

Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.

Cycling and Country Lanes
Details +
Ride free

Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.

Star-Gazing and Farm Picnics
Details +
Feast under the sky

Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.

Coot Club Sustainability In Action

Coot Club Conservation and Community

Lagoon, Nature, and Heart

Coot Club restores local wetlands, funds bird habitat projects, and sources food from nearby farms. Every stay helps protect the Klein River lagoon and supports local jobs and schools.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us create your river retreat

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.

Coot Club Sustainability In Action

Coot Club Conservation and Community

Lagoon, Nature, and Heart

Coot Club restores local wetlands, funds bird habitat projects, and sources food from nearby farms. Every stay helps protect the Klein River lagoon and supports local jobs and schools.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.
Book Now
Let us create your river retreat

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Coot Club brings riverside freedom, new adventures, and simple pleasures, from boat rides to fireside nights
Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.
Kayaking Adventures
Details +
Less -
Paddle the wild

Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.

Kayak the Klein River lagoon and channels with stunning Overberg views.
Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.
Guided Nature Walks
Details +
Less -
Explore the Overberg

Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.

Discover fynbos, wildlife, and birds with local guides on nature trails.
Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.
River Cruises
Details +
Less -
Drift at sunset

Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.

Enjoy scenic boat trips with drinks, birdwatching, and sunset moments.
Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.
Sailing and SUP
Details +
Less -
Play on the water

Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.

Learn to sail or try stand-up paddleboarding on the calm lagoon.
Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.
Cycling and Country Lanes
Details +
Less -
Ride free

Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.

Complimentary bikes for exploring farm tracks and the beautiful valley.
Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.
Star-Gazing and Farm Picnics
Details +
Less -
Feast under the sky

Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.

Dine outdoors with farm baskets and Cape stars above.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature Coot Club Experiences
Private Boathouses

Historic and stylish boathouses with decks and direct water access for families or couples.

Historic and stylish boathouses with decks and direct water access for families or couples.
Farm-Style Kitchens

Fully equipped kitchens in every cottage or boathouse for relaxed self-catering.

Fully equipped kitchens in every cottage or boathouse for relaxed self-catering.
Waterfront Pool and Hot Tub

Swim in the outdoor pool or relax in the wood-fired hot tub by the river.

Swim in the outdoor pool or relax in the wood-fired hot tub by the river.
Water Sports and Boats

Kayaks, SUPs, boats, and sailing available for family fun on the lagoon.

Kayaks, SUPs, boats, and sailing available for family fun on the lagoon.
Tennis Court and Playground

Enjoy a game of tennis or let kids play on the on-site playground and lawns.

Enjoy a game of tennis or let kids play on the on-site playground and lawns.
Conservation and Community Impact

Every stay helps restore wetlands, fund bird projects, and support local jobs and schools.

Every stay helps restore wetlands, fund bird projects, and support local jobs and schools.
MEET
YOUR HOST
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Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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The boathouses are magical. Kids loved kayaking and exploring. We felt instantly at home and never wanted to leave.

Sarah B,
March 2024,
TripAdvisor

Best family holiday in the Cape. Wild, relaxed, and beautiful. The staff made every day special.

Tom N,
February 2024,
Expedia

So peaceful and fun for all ages. Pool, bikes, and river adventures made it perfect for our family.

Lerato M,
January 2024,
Trustpilot
Where on earth
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Location
South Africa / Africa
-34.4230, 19.5163
R326, Stanford, Western Cape, 7210, South Africa
NEAREST AIRPORT
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Fly to Cape Town International Airport, 2 hour scenic drive to Stanford. Transfers and car hire available.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
September to April
September to April for sunny days, warm river swimming, and family activities. May to August for peaceful escapes, birding, and fireside evenings.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.
Book Now
Let us create your river retreat

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Coot Club itinerary, from family holidays to solo adventures and group escapes.

Coot Club
Coot Club
Connections That Truly Matter

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

Coot Club
From the Wild at Heart

Populated by the CMS. Do not edit.

Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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The boathouses are magical. Kids loved kayaking and exploring. We felt instantly at home and never wanted to leave.

Sarah B,
March 2024,
TripAdvisor

Best family holiday in the Cape. Wild, relaxed, and beautiful. The staff made every day special.

Tom N,
February 2024,
Expedia

So peaceful and fun for all ages. Pool, bikes, and river adventures made it perfect for our family.

Lerato M,
January 2024,
Trustpilot