Mosseltrap Cottage (no dogs allowed)
Mosseltrap Cottage sits right on the pristine beach at Wamakersvlei, offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and seaside charm. With four spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms, it comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests for overnight stays. When a group books, Mosseltrap can host up to 28 guests and becomes the heart of Wamakersvlei, where everyone naturally gathers to share meals, laughter, and the beauty of the West Coast.
The story of Mosseltrap
The Story of Mosseltrap
On a clear winter’s morning, you’ll often see seagulls frolicking in the shallow waters at Wamakersvlei Beach. Their “dance” – known locally as a mosseltrap – is actually how they dig their webbed feet into the sand to uncover white mussels (Donax serra).
When a seagull finds a mussel, it will fly into the air and drop it onto the sand, breaking open the hard shell to enjoy its catch. On occasion, you might also spot a lone fisherman performing a similar dance in the shallow waters at low tide, searching for white mussels to use as bait for that prized 5 kg galjoen – South Africa’s national fish.
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