The Trailhouse
2638 Pipe Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Lovely room with a seaview, set against the mountain”
“The communal dining room is really well equipped and there is communal tea and a…”
“The location was good and central”
“Beautifully furnished, light airy, fabulous mountain and sea views, great locat…”
“Fransel is a friendly and knowledgeable owner”
“It is well located close to beautiful attractions/ activities to do which also c…”
“Loved the quietness (peaceful) clean, comfortable staff made us feel at home you…”
“Very good value”
Overview
Situated at the Base of the Kogelberg Mountains with easy access to a hiking trail, The Trailhouse offers accommodation with a relaxed atmosphere. Each room is equipped with en en suite shower room, a TV, WiFi and a private outside seating area. The communal dinning room has a fridge, microwave and fire place as well as some basic catering facilities for light meals. There are several restaurants within 1 km from The Trailhouse. The local main beach is an easy 15 min walk away and the Penguin colony 3 km from The Trailhouse. Cape Town International Airport is an hours drive away.
Traveller reviews
Lynette
couple
May 20, 2026
“good”
Good
Jomarie
solo_traveller
March 27, 2026
The location was good and central. Very welcome reception.
Wendy
couple
March 21, 2026
“Mountain stay Betty's Bay”
Lovely room with a seaview, set against the mountain. Comfortable room with your own small outside garden and braai. There is a communal kitchen for preparing meals. Lovely trail from the back of the house leads to Harold Porter garden. Fransel is a friendly and knowledgeable owner.
Abrahams
couple
March 8, 2026
“10/10 must try again 👌✅”
Loved the quietness (peaceful) clean, comfortable staff made us feel at home you have a see view and the mountain is in the back yard 😅beautiful views with a beautiful garden and a nice braai area safe parking for your vehicle still a-lot more to offer but I’m gonna stop there.
Caron
solo_traveller
March 8, 2026
The property was perfect for me. The description was accurate, I had a lovely terrace to sit out on, it’s right at the Rod’s Trail start point. The communal dining room is really well equipped and there is communal tea and and milk.
Innocentia
solo_traveller
March 4, 2026
“Calm Vacation- Self Care”
It is well located close to beautiful attractions/ activities to do which also came highly recommended by the host. Easy access from the main road. Great quiteness, just what i was looking for...calmness and no disturbance. The best, moderate, calm and safe hiking trail just outside the door with amazing ocean and town views. Thank you Fransel for being a wonderful host. I truely enjoyed my stay. The Trailhouse is highly recommended🥰
Sean
couple
February 28, 2026
“Wonderful location, beautiful airy apartment!”
Beautifully furnished, light airy, fabulous mountain and sea views, great location!
Evans
couple
February 27, 2026
Spacious Apartment, beautiful views front & back. Very well presented and everything you need. The host was very helpful and informative - great place to stay if interested in hiking etc Beautiful Beaches and loved the penguins
Heather
couple
January 20, 2026
“Charming and comfortable”
Lovely sea view with a mountain backdrop Comfortable bed Great braai facilities
Louise
couple
January 19, 2026
Beautiful view
Meg
couple
January 19, 2026
“Loved every minute of our stay!”
Having 2 balconies with the option of a mountain view or sea view was such a treat! My husband and I loved every minute of our stay at the Trailhouse, from enjoying the Weber on the deck to lounging inside with a book and some board games. The atmosphere is so relaxing.
Carlene
couple
January 19, 2026
“RETURN, RETURN SOON, DEFINITELY RETURN”
Location and views were breathtaking 💃
Sarah
couple
December 21, 2025
Comfortable room with plenty of amenities. Friendly and welcoming host. Very good value.
Sarah
extended_group
December 17, 2025
“Betty’s Bay is lovely. Well worth a stop. The Trailhouse offers comfortable and reasonably priced accommodation, which i”
It is central to Betty’s Bay and relatively quiet and peaceful. The accommodation was comfortable and Fransel made us welcome.
Antonet
couple
December 15, 2025
The Mountain View as well as the sea view
Emilia
family_with_children
November 25, 2025
Beautiful sea view, the host was best ive ever come accross, would 100% recommend anybody from old to young
Martha
extended_group
November 18, 2025
“It was a comfortable enjoyable weekend”
We enjoyed as a family the upstairs area The view and mountains was beautiful It was great that each room had there own onsite The family was happy they could watch the Sports on the television Fransel made sure that we were comfortable
Guest
couple
October 15, 2025
“RETURN, RETURN SOON, DEFINITELY RETURN”
Location and views were breathtaking 💃
Theona
family_with_children
October 12, 2025
“Clean and safe with beautiful suroundings”
Close to all the places we wanted to visit.
hanan
solo_traveller
October 9, 2025
Garden. View outside
Facilities
Activities
Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Services
Private check-in/check-out
Double Room with Mountain View
This private entrance room features views of Kogelberg Mountain from your own private garden with BBQ. It has a private bathroom with bath tub and shower with liquid soap provided. It has a Flat-screen TV with Open View Channels and Free WiFi. Guests have access to the dining room with a kettle, coffee and tea, cutlery and crockery, a fridge, microwave and toaster.
Double Room with Sea View
This room boasts a sea view from the bed and the private furnished balcony with a swing chair. It has a private bathroom with separate bath tub and shower with liquid soap provided. It has a Flat-screen TV with Open View Channels and Free WiFi. Guests have access to the dining room with a kettle, coffee and tea, cutlery and crockery, a fridge, microwave and toaster. And a garden with a Braai/BBQ Shed.
Twin Room with Sea View
This room has two single beds and a sea view from the private furnished balcony. It has a private bathroom with separate bath tub and shower with liquid soap provided. It has a Flat-screen TV with Open View Channels and Free WiFi. Guests have access to the dining room with a kettle, coffee and tea, cutlery and crockery, a fridge, microwave and toaster. And a garden with a Braai/BBQ Shed.
Studio
This detached loft studio offers self-catering accommodation with an en suite bathroom. Boasting sea and mountain views, the studio offers a large sea-side deck and a mountain-facing balcony. kitchenette with two plate stove. Flat-screen TV with Open View Channels and Free WiFi
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