Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Nestled in the mountain at Cairnside, Glencairn, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and uninterrupted views of False Bay on the stunning Southern Peninsula, our Cape Cod style home will have you feeling on top of the world. Wake up with the most beautiful of sunrises, watch the whales and seals play in front of your eyes, swim with the penguins at Boulders (10 mins), get adventurous with the wildlife at Cape Point (20 mins), shop till you drop at the V&A Waterfront in Cape town (40 mins) or simply take in the splendour on top of Table Mountain (40mins). Then after all the excitement, end the day on our decked veranda with a chilled glass of South Africa’s finest wine and dine before a glistening moonlit ocean… go on drink in the majestry!
Awesome View - your home for the holidays
Stunning ocean views from the veranda
Dinner with a view in our open plan dining area
Take a dip...
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The Western Cape region
If you're looking for a blue sky holiday then Cape Town is the perfect place all year round. From July through to October come the Whales. Yes, these gentle giants of the ocean will literally line the coastal road from Muizenberg all the way to Awesome View, it truly is an amazing jaw-dropping experience! With Spring time comes a stunning array of endless fields of colourful flowers. September to early November is delightful with pleasant warm days perfect for sight seeing, from watching the sunset onTable Mountain to sampling some of the Cape's finest wines. Summer from late November through till March is a fabulous time for lying on amazing stretches of white sand and for lovers of the great outdoors, what better time to surf, cycle and sail in the sun!
Simonstown / Glencairn area
Exploring One thing you’ll never be short of in Cape Town is things to do. Whether you’re a lover of wildlife, a sports fanatic or simply love to shop, there’s something for you.
On your doorstep Glencairn - Glencairn Beach and Tidal Pool, just 2 minutes walk away. Kalk Bay - relax in the picturesque harbour, treat yourself to a delicious ice cream or stroll around the gorgeous little shops filled with ‘can’t resist’ goodies Cape Point - drive around this beautiful nature reserve and take in the breathtaking scenery. Keep your eyes peeled for ostriches, zebra, baboons and much more. Boulders Beach - share the sea and the sand with the inquisitive penguins Noordhoek beach - take in the sunset on horseback on this endless stretch of white sand Muizenberg - for the ultimate surf thrill this is the place to ride the waves. Check out Gary’s Surf School for lessons. St James - a fabulous tidal pool right beside the famous coloured beach huts. Fish Hoek - fantastic family friendly beach and very active Hobie Sailing Club. Clovelly Country Club - if golf is your thing, you’ve one of the Cape’s best courses on your doorstep. Simonstown - check out this naval town brimming with history and stunning architecture and head to the harbour for shark and whalespotting tours. Tokai Forest - mountain biking enthusiasts, don’t miss this!
Local events and festivals! Whales, Whales, Whales! From July till November you'll be able to sit from the comfort of our balcony and watch these gentle giants frolic in front of your eyes. Or for an unforgettable day out follow the coastal road where you'll be able to almost reach out and touch these gracious creatures. Watch out for the Argus Cycle Tour which passes right by Awesome View - March Two Oceans Marathon - April Celebrate your famous neighbours at the Simon's Town Penguin Festival - mid September
How to get there
Fly from Heathrow to Cape Town, approximately 12 hours, NO jet lag, only 1 hour difference from UK! Fly with Virgin, British Airways or South African Airways direct. Getting to Awesome View On leaving Cape Town International Airport, take the N2, heading towards Cape Town city for about 10 minutes. Keep an eye out for signposts for the M3 towards Muizenberg where you’ll take a left turn. You’ll be on the M3 motorway for 15-20 minutes, until you can go no further. Still heading for Muizenberg, take a left turn at the intersection, then head down to the next set of traffic lights. Turn right on to the (M4) Main Road. Follow this road straight for about 20 minutes all the way to Awesome View. This is the scenic coastal road passing through Muizenberg, St James, Kalk Bay and Fish Hoek. At the top of Fish Hoek you’ll come to a roundabout where you bear left and in about 5 minutes, through a main set of traffic lights you approach Glencairn. You will see the Glencairn station signpost on your left hand side and on the right Dixies bar. Take the immediate right after Dixies, straight across the crossroads into Whytes Way. Awesome View is the first house on the bend. Hurrah, it’s the start to your holiday!
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Cape Town International: 55 km
Railway:
Glencairn
Activities near Simonstown
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (4), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Awesome View is the perfect house for entertaining and for larger groups.
Further details outdoors: Awesome View is all about the 'awesome views' so the huge verandas on two levels really make this house a special place. Perfect for watching the whales breaching right before your eyes, relaxing in a hammock or the perfect romantic spot for taking in the stunning moonlit ocean with a bottle of South Africa's finest wine.
In additon to the verandas there's also a perfect spot for a braii (barbecue).
Further details
Smoking not permitted inside the house.
Conditions
Refundable breakages desposit required. There are high balconies, so guests with small children should bear this in mind. Payment will be required for the electricity meter.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Low: 1st April - 31st Jul
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490£ 490
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Whale: 1st Aug - 31st Oct
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700£ 700
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High: 1st Nov - 31st Marc
4 Feb 08
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980£ 980
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Low: 1 April - 31 July
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490£ 490
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700£ 700
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980£ 980
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
House rates per night *
The house sleeps up to 10 people in 3 double bedrooms and one quadruple, however we are very happy to take bookings for smaller groups, families or couples who would like the use of the whole house but require fewer bedrooms made up for them. Our pricing structure is based on a sliding scale according to the number of bedrooms that your group will use. Please see our site for more details.
To secure a booking, 50% deposit is required and the outstanding amount to be settled a week prior to arrival
Guestbook
Thank you so much for making my first trip to South Africa such a fantastic one. I've started my Cape Town savings pot so I can come back to the sunshine next year. Marie Nicholls, Kent, England
A huge big thank you to Mark, Tara and Martin for a wonderful stay in their fabulous home that they have so lovingly created - with it's stunning (awesome) views across the Indian Ocean, a comfortable bed and great facilities. I hope your stay will be as memorable as mine. Martin Storey, Ilfracombe, Dorset
Availability notes
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