Camps Bay, Cape Town Holiday Accommodation - Luxury Villas & self-catering Apartments Designer apartment in Camps Bay's prestigious area for up to 2 persons – CBA 129 This apartment is situated on the top level in the same complex as CBA130 and CBA131, and is the largest of the three apartments. Its stylish décor and understated elegance is relaxing and easy on the eyes. An antique-style desk in one corner allows die-hard workaholics an opportunity to do some work in relative privacy, even while on holiday. A moderate-sized lounge, furnished with a flat screen TV and DSTV, opens onto a partially covered balcony with a private sauna (around the corner) and a gorgeous view of the ocean and surrounding mountains. The apartment is close enough to the sea to scent brine upon the breeze, yet a screen of foliage affords a modicum of privacy and adds to the intimate ambience. Enjoy the sense of seclusion that this apartment’s location and design imparts, even though it is situated in one of the most popular areas in Cape Town. It is also within convenient walking distance of the beach and a selection of trendy restaurants, bars and cafés. The private swimming pool is an ideal place to unwind after a hard day’s sightseeing, and a heater is provided to warm chilly toes during the colder months. The cosy bedroom has a view of the ocean as well as access to the balcony and the sauna, for intimate evenings spent with cocktail in hand amid the steam. An en-suite bathroom is designed to cater to the most discerning needs with its generous full-glass shower and built-in cupboards. The immaculate open-plan kitchen boasts stainless steel countertops and grey, marble-style floor tiles. It comes equipped with most of the essentials of home including a modern cooker, fridge with freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. On-street parking in this very prestigious area of Camps Bay is available close to the apartment gate. Entire Property: Alarm System, On-street parking, Sea View, Walking Distance from Beach, Walking Distance from Restaurants, Wireless Internet Access, Sauna Bedroom:(En-Suite): Double Bed, Bath, Shower, Built-in Cupboards Lounge: Heater, Television, Sea and Mountain View Kitchen: Dishwasher, Fridge/Freezer, Oven, Stove, Washing Machine Outdoor Area: Outdoor Furniture, Pool, Sea and Mountain View Camps Bay Holiday apartment - Rates per night 2008/2009 Dates Season Rate per night 01 April 2008 - 30 April 2008 Mid Season R 1 950 01 May 2008 - 30 Sep 2008 Low Season R 1 200 01 Oct 2008 - 31 Oct 2008 Mid Season R 1 950 01 Nov 2008 - 13 April 2009 Summer Season R 2 500 14 days over Christmas & New Year Peak Season R 3 500 14 April 2009 – 30 April 2009 Mid Season R 1 950 01 May 2009 - 30 Sep 2009 Low Season R 1 350 01 Oct 2009 - 31 Oct 2009 Mid Season R 2 100 All listed rates are approximates and will be adhered to where possible, but are subject to change. Please e-mail us for accurate rates! Please note: Check in: Between 14:00 and 18:00 (an early or late check-in will result in an additional charge) Check out: 10:00 Minimum booking period during Easter: 5 nights Minimum booking period if over Xmas and New Years: 14 nights From the holiday apartment in Camps Bay one drives a mere 5 - 10 minutes to the Cape Town city center. Source: http://www.cape-town.info Just a 45 minute drive from Cape Town and you're in the mountains and valleys of the Winelands - all gracious gabled Cape Dutch homesteads, cask-lined cellars, oak-treed towns and ultra fine restaurants. The towns of Stellenbosch, Franschoek and Paarl are delightful and beg to be explored and savored very slowly, like good wine. The Helderberg area includes Somerset West, Strand and Gordon's Bay. The drive to Somerset West takes just 30 minutes from Cape Town along the N2. Close to Stellenbosch, this residential centre has a delightful setting and many of its residents commute to Cape Town daily. The historic N.G. Kerk (Dutch Reformed Church) was built in 1820 and is worth a visit. Visit the Vergelegen estate which eventually led to the downfall of Willem Adriaan van der Stel's corrupt regime. Just 5 minutes from Somerset West is the seaside resort of the Strand which has a 5 km stretch of beach with warm water and safe swimming. This is a favorite area for anglers. Gordon's Bay is a water-sport paradise and a charming fishing village. Its position is marked by the painted giant 'GB' and anchor sign on the mountainside above the bay. The quaint fishing and yacht harbor bring a Mediterranean atmosphere to this enchanting haven. Stellenbosch Only 30 minutes' drive from Cape Town lies the town of Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa. The settlement was established in 1679. The Stellenbosch Tourist Information Office and the Stellenbosch Wine Route Office are in Market Street - start to your tour here! Many of the historical buildings are close by and it is possible to discover some of Stellenbosch on foot. The Toy & Miniature Museum is situated behind the Information Bureau and is the only one of its kind in South Africa. Close to Market Street is the town square, known as Die Braak, where there are some interesting buildings. The VOC Kruithuis (Powder House) (1777), the Old Rhenish Mission, the Church of St Mary (1852), the Coachman's Cottage and the old Burgerhuis (1797) are all worth visiting. A visit to Spier will bring visitors all the magic of the Winelands on one magnificent estate. Spier’s restaurants cater for everyone - from riverside picnics to fine food in many forms. Visit the Spier Wine Centre and taste wines from all over South Africa. The Cape Wine Academy in Stellenbosch offers visitors a wonderful opportunity of learning about local and international wines. Beginner courses will allow visitors an insight into the local wine industry before embarking on a tour of the wine routes Following the Stellenbosch Wine Route is one of the most enjoyable ways of seeing the south-western Cape.
Franschhoek Take a drive into the small valley of Franschhoek which was founded in 1688 on land granted to the French Huguenots. This is the valley where some of the Cape's most notable homesteads are situated and Boschendal is one of the most spectacular. Take a drive into the small valley of Franschhoek which was founded in 1688 on land granted to the French Huguenots. The drive from Stellenbosch over Helshoogte Pass treats the traveler to some magnificent views of the Simonsberg and the Wemmershoek mountains. The Huguenot Monument and Huguenot Museum, which are situated in the small town, are of great interest. The Franschhoek Tourism Association will be able to supply you with a brochure giving details on the wine estates and co-operatives in the area. Paarl Take the road from Franschhoek to Paarl which grew from 1690 and is five years younger than Stellenbosch. The town was named after the huge granite dome of rock which overlooks the town. The Afrikaans Language Monument, which was opened in 1975, is situated on the southern side of the mountain. De Oude Woning is one of the earliest surviving houses in Paarl. The famous 11 km long Main Street also features the Strooidak Church, Die Oude Pastorie Museum, the Patriot Building and the Gymnasium. Around the corner from the Gymnasium is the Afrikaans Language Museum. The beautiful homestead of Laborie, in Main Street, was purchased by KWV in 1972. The buildings were restored and the restaurant was built. The KWV cellar complex is the largest in the world, covering an area of 22 hectares. The magnificent Cathedral Cellar, with its barrel-vaulted roof and large carved red wine vats, depicting the history of the Cape's wine industry, is spectacular. The Paarl Wine Route Office in Main Street will be able to supply visitors with a free brochure and map on the area. Wellington Nearby is the smaller and very attractive town of Wellington. Visit the Wellington Museum in Church Street and the Dutch Reformed Church. Beyond Wellington is the Bain's Kloof Pass which is a historical monument. Built by Andrew Bain in 1853, the pass links Wellington to Ceres and Worcester and the narrow winding road provides magnificent views of the valley below. The Wellington Tourist Bureau in Main Street will supply visitors with information on the area and its wine route.
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