A visit to Paternoster is best enjoyed with an overnight stay that refreshes the senses and inspires the spirit. Let this year-round destination capture you with its charm, idyllic lifestyle and unspoiled beauty.

Situated approximately 145 km north of Cape Town, along South Africa's West Coast, Paternoster is a place where time stands still. It is a place where one can experience the authenticity and timelessness of a picturesque fishing village where past meets present. Where the vibrancy and charm of the local community is as colourful today as it was one hundred years ago.

Paternoster Seaside Cottages is the perfect place to unwind in style and luxury, inspired by the original quaint white-washed fishermen's cottages. Choose from eight luxurious self-catering cottages that cater to your every need. The thoughtful design of each cottage epitomises stylish elegance and offers you unaparalled peace and comfort.

Personalised touches such as soft white fluffy towels, beautiful crisp percale linen and complimentary food basket upon arrival comprising delicious homemade bread, cheese, preserves and a bottle of Sparkling wine all accentuate the ambience of understated elegance.

Paternoster Seaside Cottages' eight luxurious self-catering cottages are:

Kliphuisie (Sleeps 2): Paternoster's most romantic retreat. This traditional fishing cottage, in the heart of the village, has been preserved over the years and is most appropriate for those special occasions. Upon entering the cottage, let the character of the original stone walls captivate you as you are taken back to a moment in time where a sense of peace and serenity pervades after a hard day's work on the ocean. Let the warmth of the kitchen fire enchant you as you prepare a meal or relax in the tastefully decorated lounge. Within walking distance to the beach and restaurants.

Oppiedraai (Sleeps 4-6): Comprising two opulent sea facing units, Oppiedraai provides a welcoming feeling of space, comfort and luxury. The stylish interior decor is reflected by rustic, earthy tones, screed floors, cane and rattan furniture and rust coloured throws. Oppiedraai is ideal for the discerning traveller who does not want to compromise on quality and comfort yet wants to maintain that home-away-from-home look and feel. Luxurious simplicity.

Both units open onto private balconies with magnificent panoramic views of the Atlantic coastline.

Seaside Cottages (Sleeps 4): These superbly positioned cottages, situated in the local village overlooking the ocean, offer discerning travellers the ultimate holiday experience. The interiors are graceful and exclusive, and are stylishly decorated in a collection of soft colours - whites and blues - that blend in with the natural beauty of the area, bringing the colours of the sea into the cottage. The generous open-plan living rooms, dining areas and kitchens with old French style furniture create a calm and serene atmosphere.

Large folding doors open onto the verandas, each with a rim flow pool emulating the azure colour of the Atlantic Ocean and boasting unrivalled views - the perfect place to take in a beautiful sunset and for whale and dolphin spotting.

Seemeeu (Sleeps 8): This family holiday home with its comfortable interiors is within walking distance to the beach. Perfect for families or a large group of friends. Sleek, earthy toned interiors combined with driftwood planks and lots of natural textures add to the ambience of coastal living whilst creating a rustic and timeless elegance.

Sugarshack (Sleeps 2-6): A new fisherman-styled cottage located in the quaint fishing village. Offering a rustic holiday with a touch of style and modern convenience, the beach is a mere two minutes walk. During the summer months, enjoy sundowners on the spacious veranda. A roaring fireplace in the living area awaits for those chilly and romantic West Coast winter evenings.

The interior and exterior of this home is painted in the traditional West Coast white and is trimmed with pretty "candy pink" shutters. Tastefully decorated with white-washed furniture and carefully chosen original art pieces, all bedrooms are luxuriously appointed with absolute attention to detail.

Cottages are all self-catering with fully furnished kitchens.

Step off your veranda onto soft beach sand and enjoy long lazy walks, soaking up the seaside ambience. Explore the coastline and all it has to offer. Braai your own fish from the spoils of the sea brought back by local fisherman. Enjoy sundowners on a warm summers evening from the privacy of your veranda or balcony. For those chilly winter nights sip a glass of red wine alongside a warm cosy fire as the velvet darkness sets in, listening to the stormy ocean waves crash on the shore.

All cottage accommodation is self-catering.