About MOSAIC Private Sanctuary

Place yourself between ocean, lagoon and the glistening Overberg Mountains and you will arrive at Mosaic Private Sanctuary, one of South Africa’s greatest hidden gems on the famous Cape Whale Coast. Mosaic is a boutique guest resort where time stands still and luxury is defined by earthly beauty, heavenly night skies and African simplicity.

EXPERIENCE WHAT MAKES MOSAIC SO SPECIAL

• Our wonderful staff who are here to serve you with smiling faces and warm hearts.

• The magnificent natural beauty that surrounds, colored by wildflowers of fynbos, beautiful sunrise and sunsets over the lagoon, ancient milkwood groves and the majestic Overberg Mountains.

• The peace and tranquility you will find within our 933 hectares, 3 kilometers of lagoon frontage and the pristine Walker Bay Beach and Nature Reserve next door.

• Our unique location to explore the spectacular marine life of the Cape Whale Coast and the sweet wine lands of the Overberg.

Beautifully stated by a guest: “Stitched onto the edge of the lagoon, is a world that captures the quietude that is the essence of Africa. You will be captivated by the seeming remoteness, the abundant bird life and the unique flora that is literally laid out on a plate for you as you step out of the door.” Jane Dunn

LAGOON LODGE ACCOMODATION – Fully Catered

Includes: a delicious breakfast, 3-course dinner, welcome drink, morning nature walk and sundown excursion.

For the ultimate private getaway, the Lagoon Lodge captures the essence of tranquility with just 5 safari style suites hidden amongst ancient milkwood trees on the edge of the Hermanus Lagoon. Stone and glass walls open onto private decks for spectacular mountain views and soft bedding lies under romantic netting. Each room has a bathtub large enough for 2 and a private outdoor shower for an African bush experience.

Boardwalks under a canopy of trees lead to the lounge where drinks and meals are shared outdoors or by a fireplace that will warm your soul. A heated plunge pool overlooking the mountains is a favorite place to spot your favorite birds. And as evening falls, you will witness the exquisite colors of the sun setting and the glorious expanse of the star-filled South African sky.

Breakfast is a hearty fare with freshly baked muffins, homemade jams, fresh fruit and a hot meal. Sumptuous dinners are prepared by our chef and built around organic vegetables from our garden and local seasonal ingredients…and best paired with fine South African wine from our cellar!

COTTAGE ACCOMMODATION – Self catered

Food and activity options are available at the 1892 Spookhuis.

Surrounded by Milkwood trees, fynbos gardens and abundant birdlife, 4 lovely cottages are available, sleeping 2-9 guests. All have kitchens and BBQ facilities, outdoor patios and are serviced daily.

Delicious breakfast baskets, gourmet picnics, braai platters, organic produce and home made goodies are available from the 1892 Spookhuis Café’ next door.

EXPERIENCE OUR FOOD

The cuisine at MOSAIC is fresh, delicious and the creative mastery of our chef, our baker, our gardener, and local producers. Whether staying in our catered Lagoon Lodge or enjoying goodies at the Spookhuis Café, our cuisine is built around organic vegetables from our garden and local seasonal ingredients.

EXPERIENCE OUR ACTIVITIES

As our name suggests, you will discover the most multifaceted guest experience in the Hermanus area. Your stay will immerse you in awesome flowers and bird-life of the Cape Floral Kingdom and the abundant marine life of Walker Bay, the best place in the world for land based whale watching.

Daytime fun varies from quad biking, kayaking and beach excursions for the more active to relaxing lagoon cruises, bird watching, wine tastings and sundowners in special places with panoramic views.

Activities at MOSAIC

• Spa services in our semi-outdoor spa under a canopy of milkwood trees

• 4x4 Beach excursions in an open-air vehicle (whale watching in season)

• Boat cruises on the Hermanus Lagoon

• Kayaking on the Lagoon

• Quad biking through 933 hectares of fynbos with panoramic views

• Guided bird watching and nature trails

• Hiking through the “Fynbos Thicket Mosaic” of the Cape Floral Kingdom

• Boat based whale watching

• Cage diving with great white sharks

• Archeological cave tour

• Small aircraft coastal trips

1892 SPOOKHUIS

Completely built of stacked limestone blocks in 1892, the Spookhuis is a local landmark and legend in South African history. Completely restored, it is the home to our daytime cafe' on the water, and a magnificent venue and setting for weddings, family events and conferences.