Simonstown holiday home rental, Historic Mile with walking, beach/lake nearby, air con, internet access, telephone, TV

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Goede Hoop (house)

Home description

Our position, in the Historic centre of Simon's Town, immediately above Jubilee Square gives a bird’s eye view of the yacht basin, the naval activity and panoramic views across False Bay to the mountains. It is a short walk to the centre of our Victorian village and its attractive waterfront. In season we watch the whales from our patio. We are an excellent base from which to visit the numerous other attractions the Western Cape has to offer.

Goede Hoop' can accommodate up to six guests in three double rooms with three bathrooms. The open plan living/dining area is stylishly and comfortably furnished with family antiques and original paintings. Our daily maid Nomsa Nongalo, makes for easy holiday living. Nomsa is delightful, trustworthy and unobtrusive, and takes the drudge out your holiday. The Patio, has stunning sea views and is perfect for outdoor living and relaxing. It is casually appointed with attractive patio furniture and braai facilities. Sunrises are spectacular and at sunset the lovely evening colours reflect on the clouds. A magic circle of sparkling lights illuminates the evenings as you sip sundowners on the patio.

The view from Goede Hoop	Sitting - Dining Room
Lavender Suite	Patio - wonderful outdoor living

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The Western Cape region

Simon's Town is the southern-most village on the Peninsular and is best known for it's naval history, it's land based penguin colony and it's enchanting beaches. It was established by the Dutch East India company as a winter anchorage for their trading fleet. The Goede Gift area (where Goede Hoop is situated) was at this time given to a local lady friend of the Dutch Admiral to grow fresh vegetables for the sailors in the well watered fertile soil. In 1806 the British defeated the Dutch for the second time and decided to develop the naval base. During both the 1st and 2nd World Wars the dockyard was vital to the Royal Navy. The South African Navy only took over in 1957 and it is now the only remaining Naval base in South Africa. It still has a strong Naval flavour which is enhanced by it's British connection, strongly evident in both the architecture and character of the village.

Summers, - December to April - are sunny, warm and dry, perfect for sun loving holiday makers.
Winters are Simon's Town's best kept secret, Champagne days interspersed with the odd rainy spell which leads to a profusion of spring flowers and whales frolicking in the bay.

From here you can explore the entire Western Cape area. It is forty minutes to the famous Winelands for magnificent scenery, a gourmet meal and wine tasting experience. Or to Cape Town for a cable car ride up Table Mountain, a boat trip to Robben Island, a visit to the V&A Waterfront, colourful Bo Kaap and much more. Take a day trip up the West Coast to view the famous flowers or the charming coastal villages in this lovely area, or go 'oor die berge' (over the mountains) through spectacular mountain passes, or via the coastal route to Hermanus for more glorious scenery.

Simonstown / Historic Mile area

A short flight of steps lead from 'Goede Hoop' into the Victorian village with its Waterfront, shops, restaurants, kayaking and boat rides. A few minutes walk takes you to the beach, or the train for a scenic ride round the Bay. Simon's Town has several museums, not least the Naval museum which is a must for anyone interest in boats or history.

We are conveniently close to the famous land based Penguin Colony and the beautiful Cape Point Nature Reserve with its magnificent scenery and abundant 'fynbos' . There are numerous delightful, sheltered, white sandy beaches, (where you can swim with the Penguins) and several excellent Golf Courses.
A short drive takes you round Chapman's Peak Drive to Hout Bay and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Don't miss quirky Kalk Bay with it’s working, fishing harbour and quaint craft and antique shops. We also have horse riding, fishing, diving, hiking and lots more.

How to get there

All major car hire companies, Hertz, Avis, Budget etc are represented at the airport.

Activities near Simonstown

Facilities

Further details indoors:
'Goede Hoop' can accommodate up to six guests in three double rooms. The main bedroom has a king-size double bed, en suite bathroom and walk in dressing room. The guest bedroom has a queen size double bed with its own separate, but private shower and toilet. The second guest bedroom is separate, but within the house, and has twin beds en suite bathroom and small private garden.

The open plan living/dining area has magnificent views from all the windows and is stylishly and comfortably furnished with family antiques and original paintings. The well appointed kitchen, situated across a large serving counter, together with our daily maid Nomsa, make for easy holiday living. Nomsa is delightful, trustworthy and unobtrusive, and takes the drudge out your holiday.

The Patio, with Sunbirds drinking at the window is sheltered from the summer winds, has stunning sea views and is perfect for outdoor living, relaxing and whale watching in season. It is casually appointed with attractive patio furniture and braai facilities.

Patio fitted with Cover Glass
• Air conditioner in living room
• Two 17”TV’s with DSTV and PVR allowing individual viewing of different programmes
• Daily maid included in rate
• Charlotte Rhys toiletries
• Luxurious Linen
Internet access

Further details outdoors:
Simon's Town is a wonderfully quiet, secluded, safe area.
There is covered off street parking.
Regret outside smoking only.

We have just won the 'Top Destination Award' for the best B&B in South Africa, voted for by the readers of Getaway Magazine.

Further details

It has a separate entrance, en suite bathroom and private garden. Also, DSTV plus PVR so you can watch the full range of TV programmes, tea and coffee making facilities, microwave, crockery, cutlery and a small bar fridge. Our excellent breakfasts are served on the ‘Patio with the View!’

You have the use of the patio during your stay which, with Sunbirds drinking at the window and stunning sea views is perfect for relaxing. A magic circle of sparkling lights illuminates the evenings as you sip sundowners on the patio.

Conditions

Meaningful discounts will be given for long stays.
Strictly outside smoking only.
A R5000 deposit must be paid to secure your booking. Should you cancel, this will only be refunded in the event of the property being re-let, in which case a 10% handling fee will be charged.
Refundable breakages deposit of R2000 required prior to arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection).

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
November - December	17 Nov 08	15 Dec 08	750£ 750	0-	0-	2 Weeks
December - January	15 Dec 08	1 Jan 09	900£ 900	0-	0-	2 Weeks
January - May	1 Jan 09	1 May 09	600£ 600	0-	0-	2 Weeks
May - September	1 May 09	1 Oct 09	425£ 425	0-	0-	2 Weeks
October - December	1 Oct 09	31 Dec 09	750£ 750	0-	0-	2 Weeks

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

We do not have credit card facilities.

Long lets from May to November will be considered.

Guestbook for Goede Hoop

GUEST COMMENTS
I understand why Getaway readers voted you the top B&B - it's your attention to detail, not to mention the splendid view and lovely home you share. Congrats. Marion Whitehead of Getaway Magazine after a visit following the Getaway award for the best B&B in South Africa as voted by the readers.

"We have had a super month here in Goede Hoop. It is all just perfect and we
look forward to six weeks here in 2009". Ann and Alan Faragher UK March 2008

"Your home is beautiful, charming place and offer wonderful view. Best
regards from Frenchies wich expecte to speak beater english!!" Karine &
Stephan France March 2008

"There was this couple that escaped form the noisy crowded town called Cape
Town hoping they would find something nicer ... and then they found that
pretty house on the hills of Simon's Town that bested all their
expectations. Thank you so very much." Ben & Wendy Belgium April 2008.

"The view across the Bay with the whales was a special treat for us who live
in Canada. Thank you so much for letting us share your home. The girls will
never forget waking up with the birds on the patio. We had a fantastic stay. "
Jenny, Jennifer, Danell, Becky and Sara. Canada October 08

GRADING TGCSA Four Stars ****
Members of Cape Town Tourism

Voted the top B&B Destination for 2007 by the readers of Getaway Magazine

Availability

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Name:	Elizabeth Trace
Tel:	+27 21 7862343
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