Longer terms stays

Why Digital Nomads & Swallows Should Choose a 4+ Week Stay in Betty’s Bay and Hermanus.

Remote work has evolved into a lifestyle — and choosing the right destination can make all the difference. For digital nomads seeking long-stay accommodation in South Africa, Betty’s Bay and Hermanus offer an exceptional balance of productivity, comfort and natural beauty.

Many retirees from Europe, most notably Germany, France and the Netherlands; UK and the USA spend their winter months in the warmer climate of South Africa. Towns such as Betty’s Bay and Hermanus are particularly appealing to this group of tourists because of its safety and ease of access. This combined with the relatively cost-effective cost of living make the area appealing.

Kalliste’s Whale Walk Apartment and Misty Shores Cottage are designed to offer both the digital nomad and the swallow the perfect base from which to experience, work, explore and rejuvenate. 

Located along the Cape Whale Coast, these coastal villages provide the infrastructure required for remote work, paired with space, scenery and a slower pace of living that encourages focus and restoration.

A Reliable Base for Remote Work

For digital nomads, uninterrupted workdays are essential. Our properties are specifically suited to extended remote stays.

  • High-speed internet for video calls, streaming and cloud-based work

  • Power backup systems ensuring no disruption during load shedding

  • Quiet, residential environments ideal for concentration

This reliable setup allows you to work confidently while enjoying the freedom of a coastal lifestyle.

Spacious Accommodation for Extended Stays

Our properties are designed with longer stays of four weeks or more in mind, comfortably accommodating one or two guests.

You’ll enjoy:

  • Generous living spaces with room to work and relax

  • Fully equipped kitchens for easy, self-sufficient living

  • Comfortable interiors that feel like home rather than short-term rentals

Extended stays allow you to settle into a routine, making your workdays more productive and your downtime more meaningful.

Betty’s Bay: Nature, Space and Restoration

Betty’s Bay is ideal for digital nomads who value tranquility and immersion in nature.

Surrounded by mountains, ocean and protected fynbos, the area offers:

  • Long, unspoilt beaches perfect for daily walks and sunset swims

  • Scenic hikes through indigenous landscapes and along the coastline

  • A peaceful, low-density environment that supports deep focus

The natural setting encourages a slower rhythm — helping restore energy, clarity and creativity over the course of a longer stay.

Hermanus: Village Life, Culture and Coastal Energy

Hermanus offers a vibrant village atmosphere and a strong sense of community.

With time on your side during a 4+ week stay, you can:

  • Walk to cafés, restaurants, galleries and boutique shops

  • Attend the popular First Friday Art Walks during the summer months

  • Enjoy the famous cliff paths, ocean views and seasonal whale sightings

Rather than visiting as a tourist, you’ll experience Hermanus as a local — discovering favourite spots and settling into village life.

Explore the Region at a Relaxed Pace

A longer stay opens the door to exploring beyond your immediate surroundings.

From Betty’s Bay and Hermanus, you can easily:

  • Visit neighbouring country and coastal villages along the Overberg

  • Explore renowned wine farms within driving distance

  • Discover wide, sweeping beaches that stretch for kilometres

  • Take scenic mountain and coastal drives without feeling rushed

Having time to explore slowly adds depth to your experience and enhances the work-life balance digital nomads seek.

Why a Minimum Stay of 4 Weeks Makes Sense

Choosing a stay of four weeks or longer allows you to:

  • Establish a sustainable work routine

  • Reduce travel fatigue and constant relocation

  • Experience the region more deeply and authentically

  • Enjoy greater calm, focus and wellbeing

Longer stays offer better value, comfort and a more enriching lifestyle.

Attractive pricing structures for Extended Stays

We offer special rates for stays longer than two weeks, making extended living even more attractive for digital nomads and remote professionals.

If you’re planning a 4+ week stay in Betty’s Bay or Hermanus, we invite you to get in touch to discuss availability and tailored long-stay pricing.

Work Productively. Live Naturally.

For digital nomads looking for long-stay coastal accommodation with reliable internet and power backup, Misty Shores Cottage - Betty’s Bay and Whale Walk Apartment - Hermanus provide an inspiring base to work, explore and recharge.

Contact us today to enquire about availability and special long-stay rates — and discover how working remotely can feel both productive and deeply restorative.

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