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Place in Western Cape, South Africa
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Langebaan is a town of 8,300 people (2011) on the west coast of South Africa. It is on the eastern shore of Saldanha Bay. The southern part of Saldanha Bay is known as Langebaan Lagoon. To protect its culture as a fishing, holiday and retirement village, the town allows no industries.
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Bird-watchers visit the area to view the over 300 species of birds found in the lagoon waters of the West Coast National Park. The park is most busy during the spring flower season (August to September) when the wild flowers are in bloom. Whales can be spotted during October and November.
It serves fresh seafood cooked on open fires on the beach.
All villas in the portfolio have been selected to ensure that guests experience the uniqueness and beauty that the Cape West Coast has to offer. All villas are in the Langebaan area, individually furnished and each with distinct character, location and views.
Overlooking the tranquil Langebaan lagoon, the Farmhouse Hotel is an experience to be savoured. Celebrated for our pleasant staff and West Coast warmth, the Farmhouse offers guests an authentic coastal farmstead encounter. Alluring to nature lovers, Langebaan offers vivid shows of spring flowers, birdlife and an untamed coastline.
A family friendly Greek-themed holiday resort located on the shores of the magnificent Langebaan Lagoon. With a host of onsite activities and facilities to ensure that not a moment of your West Coast holiday is wasted. The resort also offers conference facilities and often hosts music shows. A full events calendar is available on the website.
Langebaan is about 90 minutes drive from Cape Town. From Cape Town, drive north up the R27 (West Coast Road) through Milnerton and Table View.
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