The Oystercatchers’ Haven

Set on Bekbaai’s shoreline in Paternoster, the guesthouse sits a short stroll from white-sand coves and wave-washed boulders. The address at 48 Sonkwas Road places guests on the quieter, scenic western edge of the village with uninterrupted views over the Atlantic. Cape Columbine Lighthouse and its granite reserve lie a few kilometers away, while West Coast National Park and Langebaan’s lagoon offer rewarding day trips south. Cafés and acclaimed seafood spots are a pleasant walk or quick drive.

Each of the four rooms faces the ocean and is individually styled for a relaxed coastal feel. Expect crisp linens, in-room coffee/tea, minibars, safes and free Wi-Fi. Many bathrooms feature walk-in showers positioned for sea views; select rooms add generous bathtubs. Private patios or Juliet balconies invite sunset watching and star-filled nights. Designed for calm and privacy, the rooms suit couples and honeymooners, with thoughtful touches like quality toiletries, blackout curtains and ample storage for multi-night stays.

Shared spaces include an indoor lounge and breakfast room that open to a sun-splashed terrace and outdoor pool set among wind-screened walls. Secure parking and reliable Wi-Fi keep stays seamless, and the team gladly helps with restaurant recommendations, lighthouse visits and coastal walks. While there is no on-site bar or full-service spa, treatments can be arranged in-village, and Paternoster’s renowned seafood kitchens are moments away. The setting balances beach access with quiet, restorative West Coast charm.