OUR STORY

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Our Story

Love, Laughter, and a Little Bit of Renovation Madness

It all started with a little art and a lot of love. When our youngest daughter, Kristen, left to study art, I decided to revamp her room into a cozy little apartment, “The Art Inspired,” to support her with some pocket money—and to showcase her incredible art. It was a sweet plan, but it also sparked something even bigger.

Our two daughters, Chene and Kristen, had always been resourceful, selling their second-hand clothes from a wooden cabin in our garden. When our garden guy attendant needed a place to stay while on parole, that the cabin became his temporary home. Once he moved back to the township, we decided to turn that the space into something magical—the “Secret Garden” apartment was born.

Now, my husband is like my twin soul—always there to fully support me. We’re a great team; I come up with the wild ideas, and he turns them into reality. As he always says, "Happy wife, happy life." Together, we love creating special spaces where people can escape the hustle and bustle, and find a bit of peace, relaxation and maybe even a glimpse of our home’s love.

Our journey has far exceeded our expectations and we’re so grateful to have met so many wonderful people from all over the world. It’s a joy to share our home and let others write their own stories in the spaces we’ve created.

Come on in, kick off your shoes, and make yourself at home. We can’t wait to share our story with you!

Welcome to Beresheet Guesthouse – Where Love, Laughter, and a Little Bit of Renovation Madness Created a Home Away from Home!

Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, I was on the hunt for the perfect office space. Little did I know, my quest would lead to something far more magical – the birth of Beresheet Guesthouse.

It all began one fateful evening over dinner with our dear friend Melanie. As we enjoyed our meal, she told me of the House for Sale. The very next day, my husband and I (better known as “The A Team” in our household) decided to take a closer look. And just like that, it was love at first sight – with a property, of course!

We knew right then and there that this was more than just a business opportunity. It was the start of a new chapter in our lives, one filled with the excitement of renovation, the joys of creativity, and the occasional coffee-fueled late-night planning session.

With determination, a dash of humor, and a whole lot of love, we transformed that charming building into five unique apartments, each with its own character and story. Along the way, our marriage got a little renovation of its own – as we hammered, painted, and decorated, we rediscovered the spark that brought us together in the first place.

Beresheet is our love story in bricks and mortar. Each apartment – from The Library to The Queen, Salt and Pepper, Sunny Bali, and The Bachelor – reflects not just our style, but also a piece of our hearts. They offer a feeling of being away from home, yet still very much at home.

We’re beyond excited to welcome you into our little slice of paradise, and we hope you’ll feel the warmth and love that went into every detail. Whether you’re here for a night or a week, we promise you an experience you won’t soon forget.

So come on in, kick off your shoes, and make yourself at home. We can’t wait to share our story with you

Contact Us

+27 82 789 2815

book@beresheet.co.za
christine@beresheet.co.za

33A Church St
Mossel Bay Central
Mossel Bay, 6500

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