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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Camps Bay chic home with great views near beach

Wander through this stunning, bright townhouse and absorb design inspiration from its eclectic touches. Prepare a meal on the BBQ grill, take a swim in the pool, and light the fire pit while enjoying the sunset with family and friends. 11 The Retreat is only a 3 minute leisurely walk from the famous Camps Bay beach and restaurants. The house is spread over 3 levels. A 3 car private and lockable garage on the first, main living area inside and outside on the second level and bedrooms and bathrooms on the top and 3rd level. All levels are accessible by stairs and is therefore not wheelchair friendly or will not suit guests with walking difficulty. Accommodation is made up of 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Toilets are not separate but there is an additional guest loo on the second level. The house has a small private swimming pool, fire pit and gas barbecue. Pick n pay and a great variety of restaurants are just a short walk away. The property was newly renovated in 2015 and refurnished October 2016. For the duration of your stay, you will have access to the entire home. I am phone call away to assist with anything you may need during your stay. Enjoy security and serenity in the amazing neighborhood of Camps Bay. Stroll for just three minutes to the beach or enjoy the restaurant hub and local shops. Exploring beyond the area is easy with easy access to Cape Town and surrounding areas. The Cape Town my City bus stop as well as the red Cape Town sightseeing tourist bus is nearby and approximately a 5 min walk. We can also assist with airport transfers and all other traveling requirements. Should you wish for us to shop for you and stock the fridge and pantry before your arrival, we can do that too at an additional service fee.

18–25 Mar

$567 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Aboyne Cottage—Peaceful Oasis in Quiet Cul-De-Sac

Pluck lemons from the tree and pick herbs from the planters for use in a tasty dish to enjoy in the cool and shaded courtyard. The bright and airy cottage interior has high vaulted ceilings, together with a selection of books and magazines to read to enjoy in the bed made up with 400TC luxury linen. Battery backed up Wi-Fi and additional lights for surviving load shedding. No smoking allowed on property. Guests have own cottage with a private, shady courtyard. Herbs in planters in courtyard and dart board are available for guests to use as well as lemons on own lemon tree. We're an international family consisting of a South African, a New Zealander and a Norwegian. One of us will always be available on our phones and we're happy to chat and share a G&T on our porch if our guests are up for it! This guesthouse is in a quiet neighbourhood, about 15 minutes by car from town and near to vibrant Harfield. Closer still, the village offers a farm stall, butchery, and supermarket within a short walk, plus coffee shops and lots of restaurants. We always recommend uber for short term stays in Cape Town but there is an off-street sheltered parking available if needs be. 10 minute walk to Kenilworth train station and 2 minute walk from Main Road with frequent taxi buses in both directions. Servicing of cottage and laundry can be done on request. Continental breakfast can be provided on request.

6–13 Aug

$74 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Relax, Unwind, Recharge in a Stunning, Secluded, Quiet Guesthouse in Bishops Court, Cape Town

This cottage oozes charm and character. It has an open plan feel although a beautiful mahogany screen divides the bedroom suite from the living area. Rose Cottage is a stand alone cottage on an acre property. Guests have access to the exquisitely maintained garden and the private and secluded swimming pool and pool house. There is parking available for one vehicle on the property. The main house is occupied by the owners and two dogs and a cat. There is a full time housekeeper and gardener on the premises.Rose Cottage is only serviced from Monday to Friday for between 11am and 12pm and not on the weekends and public holidays. The cottage is situated in the upmarket, leafy suburb of Bishops Court. Clifton, Kalk Bay, Simons Town, Cape Point, Constantia valley wine farms, Kirstenbosch Gardens and Table Mountain are all on our doorstep as are major shopping malls/restaurants. Bishops court is not close to public transport and guest either hire a car or make use of the ubiquitous Uber taxis. The property is fully alarmed with access to armed response.

28 Jun – 5 Jul

$169 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Rose Garden Cottage Newlands Cape Town

Ideal for long term stays. Once a week cleaning service included. Comprehensively equipped cottage, on a quiet, safe, tree lined street, & excellent location, central to everything Cape Town has to offer. Close to Constantia vineyards, Kingsbury hospital, UCT & Newlands stadiums. Newlands Forest Trail is 10 min walk away. Walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants & grocery stores, close to Kirstenbosch gardens. 15 mins drive to the Waterfront. Loadshedding does not adversely affect wi-fi

1–8 Sep

$95 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews

Private Residence Camps Bay Beach UPS Backup power

Load shedding protected Camps Bay remote work accommodation. Stand-alone two bedroom, two bathroom, private garden guesthouse apartment. Fully equipped kitchen, living and dining room. Secure separate entrance and parking in the private residential property, walk to restaurants, shops and the beach. LIFePO4 instant UPS systems on all broadband fibre ONT and WiFi routers. Independent lithium backups on all Security, Gates and Door systems. Solar powered house lights and dedicated computer plugs

23–30 Jun

$295 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Sea Holly Cottage in Noordhoek

Sea Holly cottage is located 2 minutes walk from the 6km long, white sands of Noordhoek beach on the Cape Peninsula, and within 2km of a range of acclaimed pubs and restaurants. Cape Town city centre, with its renowned V&A Waterfront, shops, theatres and Table Mountain cableway is a mere 45 minute drive away, while the multiple attractions of the southern peninsula such as Boulders Beach penguins, historic Simon's Town and the Cape Point National Park all lie within a scenic one hour drive.

5–12 Oct

$86 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

Sunbird Cottage - Somerset West

My place is in the heart of the Cape Winelands, in the picturesque town of Somerset West. Ideally located, only a scenic 20 min drive into the tourist town of Stellenbosch. 40 min to Cape Town CBD. 10 min to the beach. 1 hour to Hermanus (whale viewing and shark diving). Plenty of wine estates for tasting /meals (Lourensford & Vergelegen only 5 minutes away). Many hiking trails & MTB trails within walking/cycling distance. My place is good for couples , adventurers, business travelers.

10–17 Jan

$97 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Camps Bay studio apartment with magnificent views.

Wake up to birdsong and the sound of the ocean. An architectural award winning property, situated in a quiet cul-de-sac at the foot of Table Mountain, bordering the Table Mountain Nature reserve, with magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean, this gorgeous little apartment is a piece of paradise. 10 minutes drive from the city centre and a 5 minute drive to the beach, it’s ideally positioned to explore Cape Town’s main attractions. Perfect for nature lovers, hikers and beachcombers.

17–24 Jun

$215 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews

The Amberley Annex – Garden hideaway near beach

The Amberley Annex is a perfect retreat tucked away at the foot of the mountain.It is walking distance from the hustle and bustle of Surfers Corner, shops , restaurants and Muizenberg Station, yet peaceful and private.This sunny, self-contained studio is entirely separate from the main house, with a kitchenette, work area & free uncapped Fibre (35 up/25 down) making it perfect for WFH. Wooden sliding doors open onto a small deck, surrounded by a wonderful, aromatic garden.

21–28 Jan

$89 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Explore Constantia Wineries from the Coach House

Add a log to the wood stove and curl up on a comfy couch to stay warm and snug on chilly nights. In the morning explore stunning hiking trails, golf courses, wineries, restaurants and all that vibrant Constantia has to offer. We offer guests considerable relief from the effects of scheduled power blackouts (load shedding). Our solar PV panels charge backup batteries which provide emergency power for lighting, WiFi, TV and electronics during blackouts.

5–12 Sep

$84 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Kommetjie

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Youniverse Studio

A tranquil and serene apartment for you to unwind and seek inner peace and relaxation. Watch sunsets over the ocean and moonrises from your secluded balcony. Take a stroll down to the World Famous Long Beach to check out the waves, or simply a gentle stroll along the beach. Just a stroll to the local pub and coffee shop. Close to Cape Point Nature Reserve as well as the world famous penquin colony. Comfort and luxury awaits!

6–13 Dec

$78 NZD per night

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Guesthouse in Cape Town

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 420 reviews

Blackwood Studio

A modern and beautifully decorated house, nestled in Hout Bay, with magnificent views of the mountain. This is a great place for singles or a couple. There is a queen bed that sleeps up to 2. Power outages are being experienced by SA but we have tried to minimalise the effect for our guests - the oven/stove is gas, the hot water is gas, the internet is solar driven and we have 2 battery lights for guests use.

28 Oct – 4 Nov

$153 NZD per night