Character & Comfort | Spacious Home w/ Ocean Views

Summary:
Location: Simon's Town, 7 min to penguins, 45 minutes from CBD
Ideal for: Families, couples, friends

Features:

- King-sized primary bedroom w/ en-suite bathroom (shower)
- Twin room w/ en-suite bathroom (shower)
- Guest bathroom w/ Victorian bath
- large fully equipped kitchen w/ washer/dryer & dishwasher
- Open-plan dining/lounge area
- Balcony furnished for alfresco dining w/ breathtaking False Bay vistas
- SPOT MARINE LIFE like Whales and dolphins from your private balcony

Our property is protected by Truvi (formally Superhog). Please see below for details.

The Space:
Nestled on the mountain in Simon's Town, this picturesque 2-bedroom home boasts breath-taking views of the vast False Bay and bustling Simons Town harbour. The open-plan design seamlessly blends a spacious living area with a fully-equipped, modern kitchen, creating the perfect environment for intimate dinners and hearty conversations.

Step out onto the patio to indulge in al fresco dining with the sea breeze lightly caressing your face, the ambience set perfectly for those delightful evenings. Imagine hosting an intimate dinner party under the stars, with the shimmering harbour lights in the distance and the gentle murmurs of the ocean creating the perfect soundtrack for your evening.

Each bedroom is a haven of comfort, boasting luxurious beds and their own ensuite bathrooms with showers. An additional elegant bathroom, featuring a classic Victorian bath, invites you to unwind and soak away your worries.

The primary bedroom boasts a King bed and the second bedroom has 2 single beds pushed together with a queen topper. Should you want the beds separate, please let us know upon booking.

Located a mere 5-minute drive from the heart of Simon's Town and 15 minutes from the trendy Kalk Bay, this home is the ideal base for your South Peninsula escapades. Give your family a precious opportunity to reconnect with loved ones over fun-filled board game nights. Dive deep into conversations, laughter, and cherished moments at this unforgettable sea-view home.

A very nice, family friendly beach, LongBeach in Simons Town is a mere 3 minute drive from the property. There is a lovely seaside Cafe servings sarmies, coffee, juice etc. What makes this beach so family friendly is that it's nestled into the bay and rarely gets waves. Grab your buckets and spades and head on down for a lovely beach day! Don't forget your sunblock!

There is a Xiaomi TV Box with access to Netflix, Youtube etc - please note you must sign in with your account to the relevant channels.

The fireplaces in the image are unfortunately not functional. Fires are not able to be lit. There is a gas heater in the lounge for your comfort and convenience.

The property has a gas grill for use on the patio.

There are baboons that visit the area and thus windows and doors cannot be left open when unattended in the rooms. There is a great baboon monitoring team.

Please download Eskomsepush and add Zone 8 Simon’s Town in order to keep up to date with outages in the area.

Your rate includes:
-milk, tea, coffee, sugar, salt and pepper, oil, soap, toilet paper

(Please note due to the self catering nature of this property, amenities will not be replenished during your stay.)

The following apps can be downloaded for delivery of groceries:
- checkers 60
- Woolworths Dash
- Pick n Pay ASAP

Travel Times to popular destinations:
- 45 minutes from Cape Town
- 15 minutes to trendy Kalk Bay
- 5 minutes to Penguin Colony & Simons Town
- 30 minutes to Cape Point
- 20 minutes to Chapmans Peak drive (gorgeous sunsets)
- 5 pristine beaches between 5 - 15 minutes away
-----Fish Hoek beach: long walks and swimming
-----Glencairn beach: surfing & kite-surfing with a great tidal pool to the side
-----Longbeach: very flat so perfect for SUPping, kayaking, learning to scuba dive and to just relax
-----WatersEdge: a secret beach! Great for swimming as it's surround by a reef and it's very sheltered from winds.
-----Windmill beach: great from snorkeling and diving

Please note the following:
the area is a quiet neighbourhood surrounded by nature and as such we have to request that you please respect the neighbours. No loud music and shouting after 11pm on weekends and 9pm in the week would be greatly appreciated.

Important: Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the upper level of the home with the exception of one small office that is locked for owner possessions. There is a small nook with secretary desk available for those who need to work.

The Neighborhood:
Simon's Town is a maritime marvel steeped in history and charm. With its naval base roots, the town beautifully marries its historical architecture with the natural beauty of its bays and beaches. Famous for its colony of African penguins at Boulders Beach, Simon's Town offers visitors a unique chance to observe these delightful creatures up close. The town's cobbled streets are lined with quaint boutiques, eateries, and museums that speak to its rich heritage, making it a must-visit spot for those touring the Cape Peninsula.

Getting Around:
It is strongly recommended that you hire a car.
Uber or local driver services are strongly recommended should you go out for a couple of drinks.

Other Things to Note:
- Street parking in front of the property with a very active Neighbourhood Watch and security.

- There are baboons in the area and some of the windows are covered with baboon proof bars. Please note that you need to keep the doors and windows closed when you are not in the house or near vicinity. Baboons are sneaky and they will get in.

- the deck area from the primary bedroom will be fitted with large planter boxes and lovely plants to act as a barrier against a drop off. Caution is still advised please and no children must be left unattended in this area.

- There are stairs that have been fitted with a small safety gate: no access is allowed beyond this gate. Thanks you.

- Important: Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.

Interaction with Guests:
This is a self checkin home but I live 10 minutes away. I am available via phone or through the App any day.