Chas Everitt International - Property in Yzerfontein

This tranquil seaside village lies 85km north of Cape Town on the R27. Yzerfontein is renowned for its un spoilt beaches, including the pristine 16-Mile Beach which stretches all the way to Postberg Nature Reserve within the West Coast National Park.

Yzerfontein's small craft harbour is a fisherman's haven. It is well known for its snoek and crayfish - some 60% of all the line fish caught on the West Coast is landed here, providing an income to many local inhabitants.

In the spring the veldt and dunes in and around the village are a spectacular sight with their masses of brightly coloured indigenous flowers.

The bay is also a favoured destination for whales in the spring. These graceful giants of the ocean come into the bay to calve. Visitors can watch from a number of vantage points while the whales play in the sea close inshore.

Originally laid out and developed by Abraham Katz in 1936, the village of Yzerfontein has remained a popular holiday resort. Over the years, it has gradually grown and we can now offer visitors a wide range of accommodation, restaurants and things to do.

General
Beautiful town lying under a sunny sky separated from the blue of the Atlantic Ocean by endless white sandy beaches.

This seaside village lies 85 km north of Cape Town on the R27. Situated between Cape Town and Langebaan, Yzerfontein is a grand base from which to explore the many attractions of the Cape West Coast. Closer inspection reveals that this really is a tourist´s paradise. In Yzerfontein, where warm, lazy days stretch into long, pleasurable evenings, you´ll find rest and adventure in equal proportions.

Yzerfontein is known for its natural beauty, vast stretches of beach and tranquillity, as it is for its tradition of hospitality. Basking in year round sunshine, a splendid winter climate where balmy, daytime temperatures rarely fall below 10 degrees.

Yzerfontein will capture your heart and remain a highlight of your visit to the Cape West Coast.

You can enjoy mountain biking, whale and dolphin watching, bird watching, scenic drives and day tours as well as several hiking trails and watersports such as skiing, sailing, surfing and angling. Excellent view points from Pearl Bay Heights - from where you have an unspoilt view of Cape Town´s Table Mountain in the south and Dassen Island in the west.

The bay is also a favoured destination for whales in the spring. These graceful giants of the ocean come into the bay to calve. Visitors can watch from a number of vantage points while the whales play in the sea close inshore.

Yzerfontein is ideal for water sports of any kind
Choose from a selection of kite and windsurfing, a variety of water sports for example, canoeing, kayaking, surfing, rubber duck races, boat trips out to sea and around Dassen Island. For fishermen there are great spots for fishing. Yzerfontein´s waters are known for its abundance of snoek and crayfish. Get a permit, hire a boat and catch your own dinner. The 16 mile white sand beach and Schaap Island along Yzerfontein´s coast are popular hiking trail spots. Hike along the waterfront and view the indigenous fynbos vegetation. Come by car, mountain bike or on foot and experience the magnificent views Yzerfontein has to offer you.

Yzerfontein is known for its natural beauty, vast stretches of beach and tranquility, as it is for its tradition of hospitality.
Come and enjoy the hospitality of our B+B´s, self-catering accommodation and caravan park. There is a selection of luxurious 3 and 4 star-graded B&B accommodation offering warm and friendly service. Some rooms allow you to watch the whales from your bed. There are several fully equipped, serviced self-catering establishments to choose from. Your "Home away from home". Yzerfontein caravan park is rated one of the ten best in South Africa. It has lawn covered stands, neat ablution blocks and is within walking distance from the sea with a playground for the children.

Yzerfontein means seafood - snoek and crayfish.
The fine restaurants in Yzerfontein provide food for every taste! From the juiciest steaks, local dishes, pizzas, pastas to mouth watering seafood. Visit our open-air seafood restaurant. On the beach for the treat of your life, where you can choose from a selection of fresh local fish, crayfish and prawns. The local farm stall restaurant will serve you the best breakfast on the Cape West Coast. Freshly baked bread and homemade jams to die for.

You will find something in blossom at any time of year, but the best flowering occurs during late winter and spring - between July and November.
In late winter and spring, there is an abundance of flowers that burst into bloom. The veld and dunes in and around the village are a spectacular sight with their masses of brightly coloured flowers. A variety of flowers can be found, the fynbos along the streets, on Schaap Island and in the town gardens. An indigenous garden has been established in town for visitors. During the flower season a flower trail called Bokbaaivygie trail has been created, just outside of town. Here you can walk among the Bokbaaivygies and other wild flowers. The Blombos hiking trail on a local farm also provides an opportunity to see many indigenous flowers in season.

Yzerfontein´s small craft harbour is a fisherman´s haven. Approximately 60% of all line fish caught on the Cape West Coast is landed here.
The town was laid out and developed in 1936 by Abraham Katz. The oldest building in Yzerfontein is the Fish House where the Tourism Bureau is located. It has a thatched roof and white washed walls and is situated on one of the best sites in Yzerfontein. During winter storms, the waves come right up to the lawn in front of the building. The Fish House is home to a number of very special old photos of Yzerfontein from years gone by. The house was used for the storage of salt that was scraped from the nearby saltpans and dried fish, known as "bokkoms".

Accommodation
You must stay over in Yzerfontein if you don´t want to miss out on the best time of your life!

In Yzerfontein you have many accommodation to select from. Make your choice from the excellent B&B´s, and self-catering establishments or bring your caravan and camp in our beautiful caravan park - rated one of the 10 best in South Africa. Go to sleep with the sound of the waves in your ears and rise with the happy chatter of the birds in the morning while watching the whales from your bed. Enjoy lovely views of the sea, Cape Town´s Table Mountain, Dassen Island or fynbos too.

Tours and Agencies
Book a tour with our tour operator for a truly unforgettable Cape West Coast experience.

Tours from Yzerfontein include day trips to enjoy the magic of Cape Town, the richness of Cape West Coast indigenous flora and fauna and the variety of vineyards for which the Swartland and Cape Winelands are known. You can spend time at Yzerfontein, a small fishing village and be introduced to our South African lifestyle, food, wine and hospitality. You can relax and enjoy our lovely sunsets at sea.

Conference venues
For your next conference come to Yzerfontein with clean, crisp air and tranquil atmosphere.

Come and have your wedding outdoors in Yzerfontein. Breathtaking views as backgrounds and large open spaces to accommodate all your family and friends on your special day. Have your conference in the town´s community Hall, which can seat 130 people. There are facilities available for catering. Local restaurants can provide mouth-watering dishes for any occasion.

Events
Looking for entertainment? Yzerfontein is the place to be especially during the Easter weekend and the Christmas holidays.

Yzerfontein comes alive especially during Easter and Christmas time. Various local bazaars and fete´s happen this time of the year where homemade cakes, cookies, pies, jams and deserts can be enjoyed. There is also loads of entertainment for the kids like games and pony rides. Take a walk through the stalls or let the local artists entertain you. There is a tractor that rides through the town and everyone wanting to come to the fete´s can hop on for a ride. All keen fishermen should not miss out the Smirnoff Classic. Here you can win prizes by catching the heaviest snoek or the biggest crayfish.

Attractions
Everything in Yzerfontein is near the sea...

Come and enjoy the wines of the Swartland. Sit back and enjoy boat trips out to sea and around Dassen Island. View a variety of spectacular birds and beautiful flowers in season. Come learn about the lime kilns and see the historical Fish house reflecting the history of our town. Magnificent views can be enjoyed, either from the waterfront or from Pearl Bay Heights. Here Cape Town´s Table Mountain and Dassen Island can be seen.

The bay is also a favoured destination for whales in the spring. These graceful giants of the ocean come into the bay to calve and visitors can watch the whales close-up from a number of vantage points. Early morning and at night you can see the "greysbokkies" grazing amongst the fynbos and in the town gardens.

Adventure and Sport
Don´t just lie there in the sun, come and enjoy all the adventure and sports Yzerfontein provides.

Bring your own gear and enjoy some wind and kite surfing, kayaking, canoeing, surfing and waterskiing. Go fishing or catch your own crayfish. Hire a boat and go on a boat trip out to sea and around Dassen Island near Yzerfontein´s coastline. We have bowling, badminton and tennis, so bring your gear and come and join in the fun. Yzerfontein has a lovely 16-mile hiking trail along the white sand beach taking you through the harbour en-route to the Schaap Island. For 4x4 enthusiasts, the Blombos 4x4 trail is the place to go. Enjoy bird watching the whole year round, including a variety of garden birds and seabirds. The wild flowers in season (August - October) will take your breath away.

Dinning and Entertainment
Yzerfontein specialises in foods from the ocean.

Come and enjoy a selection of mouth-watering seafoods fresh from the ocean. Sit down at tables set on the white beaches of Yzerfontein or in spectacular restaurants. Relax while dining in very casual atmospheres and savour the tastes of the town. Yzerfontein also has fast food restaurants offering delicious pizzas and pastas and cozy coffee shops offering freshly baked delicacies and warm drinks. On your way into or out of Yzerfontein stop at the farm stall and enjoy a delicious farm house breakfast or for lunch try out two of Cape Town´s local stews, the "waterblommetjiebredie" and the "tamatiebredie".

Visitors Services
Although Yzerfontein is a small town we can provide almost all the services you need.

We have dedicated doctors to provide all the medical help you will call for. The Cape West Coast Supperette will provide the visitor with fresh fruit and vegetables, freshly baked bread, buns and groceries. The filling station sells diesel and petrol to keep your car and boat going.

If you want to build that dream house, we have several building contractors and electricians to choose from. Safety services are also provided in Yzerfontein. Gardening services are available to keep your garden neat and clean and the local hardware store is a haven for the d.i.y (do it yourself) person.