Stilbaai Tourism Office and Museum

The Stilbaai Museum and Information office for the area is situated in the historic De Jager farmstead, built back in 1814.  The museum displays many photos from the early days of this holiday town, up to the recent past.  The best feature of the museum is the excellent exhibition on the Blombos Cave, the early inhabitants of this area, dating back as far as 96 000 years, and many artefacts excavated in the cave.

Next to the De Jager farmstead is a pond, fed by a natural fountain, in which indigenous fresh-water eels have been living for generations. The eels are fed daily at 11:00 and the public can view this interesting spectacle.

There is also a coffee shop at the museum with a nice garden atmosphere.  For more information, phone 028 754 2602 or mail info@stilbaaitourism.co.za

 

The Ancient Fish Traps

The ancient fish traps at the Skulpiesbaai Nature Reserve near Stilbaai, is a fascinating place to visit.  To see it properly, be sure to go there at low tide.  It is a declared National Heritage Site.

The stone walls in the intertidal zone was built by the indigenous Khoisan of the Southern Cape coast.  They used these enclosures as tidal fish traps.  These people lived along the coast for many thousands of years.  It seems that the traps were built from about 2000 years ago.

When the first white people arrived in the area in the late 1700’s, the Khoisan people were still working the fish traps.  The new settlers quickly adopted their ingeneous techniques.  Over the years the adopted owners of the fish traps maintained, rebuilt and added to the Khoisan walls.

A dedicated group of Stilbaai residents still maintain the tradition of fish trapping.  However, due to over-fishing along the entire South African coast in the past number of decades, not many fish are caught in the traps today.

 

 

Lappiesbaai and Goukou River

Lappiesbaai is the long sandy beach to the east of the Goukou River mouth.  It is a safe Blue Flag beach and very popular in summertime, when holiday-makers and their kids turn the beach into the most colourful, buzzing area in Stilbaai.  The area around the river mouth is very popular with kite surfers in the summer months, when the easterly winds give them the thrills they seek.

The Goukou River is always open to the sea, making it a tidal river.  It is navigable for 13 km upstream!  Many water activities can be enjoyed, from tube floating, SUP, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing, to rowing boat, motorboat and waterski (in a limited area).  It is also very popular for fishing.  There is a jetty and two slipways for boat launching.

 

MATCHBOX

Fashion – Lifestyle – Beachware & Accessories – Coffee Shop & Restaurant

A visit to Matchbox is a visit you’ll never forget.

At Matchbox we provide exclusive handpicked products, delicious homemade food, a rustic warm atmosphere, as well as a play area for kids.

We provide clothes for males, females and kids as well as fashion and accessories for all age groups. You can also shop for gifts, decor, kitchen gadgets, beachwear, toys, educational toys, sweets and treats. Walking around and exploring our different secret corners and sections is an adventure and stimulation of the senses.

Matchbox Restaurant serves delicious freshly made farmhouse breakfasts, light meals, yummy burgers, stews and desserts. We have a liquor license and provide an enjoyable experience with a glass of wine or ice-cold beer to complement your meal.

For 38 years Matchbox is known for the vast variety of products we sell.  This makes Matchbox one of the best-known shops in Stilbaai and South Africa.

Address: 23 Tolla St, Stilbaai West.  Tel: 028 – 754 1445.  Website: www.matchboxtradingstore.co.za

 

Kleinbergskloof Olive and Wedding Estate

Only four hours’ drive from Cape Town, the venue at Kleinbergskloof truly is a gem in the Garden Routes’ crown.

With breath-taking views of the farm and the Goukou River, magnificent interior and dedicated staff, you have everything you need for your small intimate wedding, or larger extravagant affair.

Our services include a full-time venue coordinator and catering services, as well as a hands-on team to help you plan some of your finer details.

The farm also offers self-catering accommodation and a seasonal restaurant during December.  Deli visits and olive tastings can be arranged.

HENNIE AND SUNA VOLSCHENK

CONTACT: 0287543181 OR info@kleinbergskloof.co.za

WEBSITE:  www.kleinbergskloof.co.za

 

 

DRIE PIKKEWYNE RESTAURANT – Jongensfontein

A unique family-owned seaside eatery in Jongensfontein, approximately 10 km from Stilbaai.  Come and enjoy this beautiful seaside setting, with our menu of local flavourful meals to suit a variety of tastes.  We offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks, including a kiddie’s menu.  Whether you are drinking sundowners on the deck, enjoying the view or sitting inside our cozy beach bar, tucking into our delicious fish & chips, pizzas, burgers or a toastie, our atmosphere is comfy, casual and family friendly.

Trading Hours:

Monday – Thursday out of season: 9h00 – 17h00  (Booking essential after 17h00)

Friday and Saturday out of season: 9h00 – 20h00  (Booking essential after 17h00)

Sunday out of season: 9h00 – 16h00  (Booking essential for lunch)

7 days a week during peak season: 8h00 – until late (Booking essential after 17h00)

Contact: 028 – 755 8110

 

 

ALLEGAARTJIE LIFESTYLE AND COFFEE SHOP

Gifts – Décor – Coffee

A Lifestyle and coffee shop in the heart of Stilbaai.  We provide a wide range of gifts, kitchen accessories, home décor, clothes and deli products.  That’s also what Allegaartjie means, a “mixed grill”.  After you have worked hard doing shopping, you can enjoy a lovely cup of coffee and some of our home bakes, all made in our own bakery.  Come and experience our ambience, and our motto of living in the luxury of simplicity by choice.

Trading hours:

Mon – Fri     08:00 -17:00

Saturday      08:00 – 14:00

Sundays       Closed (Except holidays season)

Contact us:  028 754 3299 or allegaartjie@yahoo.com

 

 

Stilbaai Kelders are suppliers of the finest and widest variety of quality wines, craft gin and craft beer in Stilbaai.  We source some of the best wines for our customers and have a selection of more than 750 different South-African wines.  Stilbaai Kelders hosts wine tasting evenings, has an active Wine Club, and hosts the well-known Stilbaai Craft Gin, Wine & Beer Expo every year. Trading hours: Monday to Saturday 09:00 – 18:00.  Tel: 028 754 1655

STILBAAI KELDERS beskik oor ‘n wye verskeidenheid uitsoekwyne van veral die Robertson-vallei, Elim en selfs sover as die Weskus.  Wyne uit ons omgewing – Riversdal en Herbertsdale, asook ‘n entjie verder in die Klein Karoo (Calitzdorp, Ladismith, Bonnievale, Barrydale en Montagu) is ook by ons beskikbaar.
Ons hou ook olyfolies, olywe, plaaslike kase en ander deli-produkte aan!
Ons verhuur glase vir funksies en bied wynproe aan op versoek.
Ys, koeldranke, geskenke, deli-produkte – kom kry dit gerus by ons!