Felsensicht Holiday Home
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About the home
Felsensicht Holiday Home is superbly situated near Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town & is ideal for families. It is a large, attractive & wonderfully comfortable home with a 180° view of False Bay from Muizenberg in the north to Cape Point in the south. It is beautifully furnished with all mod cons & is fully equipped. We sleep a maximum of 6 persons in 2 double rooms & 1 twin room. We have two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite with exquisite views over the Bay.
Stunning sea-facing patios allow for sunbathing, outdoor dining, whale spotting or relaxing & enjoying the glorious view. A Jetmaster fireplace & underfloor heating ensure comfort and warmth on cool winter nights. Internet hotspots are installed throughout the house for the convenience of our guests. We have two secure lock-up garages & a security company looks after the safety of our home and guests. We offer a complimentary cleaning service once a week.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Fisherman's Beach, 200m |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Sea view |
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| General: | TV, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 16, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, BBQ |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Ground floor: Large garage and storage area. Here you can find beach umbrellas and chairs for the beach, boogie boards etc.
Middle floor: Open plan kitchen, dining-room, lounge; guest bathroom; scullery; glass-top stove with oven; fridge-freezer; microwave oven; washing machine; dishwasher; tumble dryer; Jetmaster fireplace; satellite TV; underfloor heating; guest WC with toilet and hand basin.
Upper floor: 3 bedrooms (2 doubles and 1 twin) each leading onto a sea-facing patio; 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), both with bath, toilet and shower.
A guest safe is available in the main bedroom for storing of valuables, jewellery, credit cards, cash etc.
Further details outdoors:
Large sea-facing patio with outdoor dining table which seats 8 persons. There is a large umbrella which affords shade when needed as well as loungers for relaxing, reading or snoozing. There is a Weber for barbeques which can be enjoyed during the day or in the evenings. A full 180 degree view of False Bay can be enjoyed from the middle floor, as well as upper floor patios, the bedrooms and the en-suite bathroom. There is an indigenous sloping garden area in front of, behind, and above the house. At the back of the house there is a secluded outdoor washing line area.
Further details
On arrival, you may enjoy a cup of tea or coffee from our kitchen store. We provide our guests with a welcoming bottle of good Cape red wine. Guest toiletry packs are provided in each bathroom.
Our caretaker is on hand throughout your stay to assist with queries or questions you may have.
Conditions
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required in order to secure your booking. The remaining 70% is required to be paid 6 weeks prior to arrival.
A refundable "breakages/loss" deposit is required (between R2000 & R5000 depending on the length of stay). This deposit is kept in trust and reimbursed approximately one week after departure, following a satisfactory inventory count.
Ours is a non-smoking establishment. We do ask you to sign our non-smoking agreement which forms part of our Client Information form.
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The Western Cape region
The Cape is an area which experiences a Mediterranean climate - warm summers and cool winters. The rainy season is during the winter months but often one is fortunate to enjoy clear skies and warm days during the winter season. Simon's Town itself is an historic town which grew up as a result of the naval base which was originally established here. The harbour is still an important landmark where South African naval ships dock and leisure yachts are anchored.
A visit to the Victoria and Albert Waterfront in Cape Town is a must (40 km from Simon's Town), as well as a trip up Table Mountain in the cable car. For the more energetic, a walk up Lion's Head is challenging and rewarding, particularly when one reaches the top from where there is a 360 degree view of Cape Town and the Southern Peninsula. A visit to the world renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens should also be on all visitors' lists to Cape Town. The 528 hectare Botanical Gardens, situated approximately 28 km from Simon's Town, are nestled on the eastern slopes of Table mountain and are famous for their magnificent display of Cape Indigeous fynbos flora and natural forest.
The Cape Point Nature reserve is a very popular destination for visitors to Cape Town. The entrance to the reserve is 13 km from the centre of Simon's Town (10 km from our holiday home) and once at Cape Point, one can take the funicular up to the lighthouse and enjoy the glorious view of both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. There is also an excellent restaurant at Cape Point which is to be recommended.
Further afield, one can enjoy a day out in the winelands, sampling the excellent Cape Wines in the Stellenbosch, Swellendam, Paarl or Franschoek areas. The Stellenbosch wine farms are very popular since they are only about a 60 km drive from Simon's Town.
Still further afied, but well worth the trip, one can drive up the Namaqualand coast (West coast of the Cape) to see the countless fields of exquisite Namaqualand Daisies which bloom from August to October.
The Simonstown area
Simon's Town itself is a quaint and interesting little town. The Simon's Town waterfront is an extremely attractive area with a number of small boutiques selling clothing, artistic items, bric a brac and souvenirs. There is an excellent choice of restaurants within walking and /or driving distance of Felsensicht including Seaforth Restaurant, The Meeting Place, Bertha’s, The Salty Sea Dog, Café Pescado, Just Sushi, The Quarter Deck, Bon Appétit (highly recommended) and, 2½ km from our home towards the south, The Black Marlin.
Simon's Town is well known for its Naval Museum, Toy Museum and Simon's Town Cultural Museum. The Scratch Patch is also an important tourist attraction where one can "scratch" for a wide variety of beautiful gemstones.
The Boulders Beach National Heritage Site is extremely popular with visitors. It is 2 km from the centre of Simon's Town (1 km from Felsensicht Holiday Home), and, as well as enjoying the Boulders Beach, visitors can enjoy seeing and photographing the many penguins who have taken up residence here.
Fisherman's Beach is a mere 2 minute walk from our holiday home, Felsensicht. It is perfect for children and adults alike who enjoy boogie boarding and body surfing. Nearby beaches with quieter rock pools and lagoons are ideal for children, and exploring the rocks and boulders strewn along the coastline is a wonderfully rewarding activity.
Sporting activites in and around the Simon's Town area include swimming, body-boarding, surfing, windsurfing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, big game and shore fishing, yachting at the Simon's Town yacht club, golf, squash and bowls at the Simon's Town Country Club, birding, boat trips out to sea and cycling.
One of the highlights of a trip to this area is the spotting of a pod of Southern Right Whales during the months September to November. Even into the New Year, it is still possible to see these beautiful creatures creating enormous sprays and lifting their magnificent tails into the air. There are always whales to be spotted from our Felsensicht balcony during the season when the whales come to False Bay to mate and to calve.
Festivals in Simon's Town include the Navy Festival in March and the Penguin festival in September. These are always colourful affairs and well supported by the locals and visitors to the area.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Cape Town International: 45 km |
| Railway: | Simon's Town: 4 km |
Fly to Cape Town International Airport direct (or via O R Tambo Airport, Johannesburg) on your favourite airline - British Airways, South African Airways, BMI, Emirates etc. Hire a car at the airport from one of the reputable car hire companies - Avis, Europcar, etc. Drive to Simon's Town from the airport (45 km). Drive a further 3 km on the Cape Point road to Murdoch Valley North. Our holiday home is just off the main road which leads to Cape Point. A wide variety of shuttle companies offers a shuttle service from Cape Town International Airport to all parts of Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula, should you prefer not to hire a car.
GPS co-ordinates of Felsensicht Holiday Home are:
34° 12’ 27.108” S
18° 27’ 28.836” E
Activities near Simonstown
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 19 Dec 2011 |
We had a wonderful stay at Felsenseicht during our son's recuperation from a back operation. The house itself it well situated with beautiful views from the bedrooms, bath (!), and balconies on two levels. It is beautifully furnished, comfortable, spacious, well equipped and peaceful. Simonstown is a lovely village with no big franchised shops to spoil the atmosphere. Altogether an wonderful house which we'd like to return to in the future. It was a pleasure to book through Gail who took a personal interest in our wellbeing; and the caretaker, Jim, was organized and extremely pleasant to work with. |
23 Nov 2011 |
It's obvious that the owners, Gail and Rene, have put a lot of effort into making Felsensicht a comfortable holiday home. From a friendly greeting at the start by caretaker Jim to the well appointed and very modern furnishings, I think they've thought of just about everything. Gail was thoroughly friendly but professional throughout and I've come away very impressed! We stayed for a week in November with our 19 month old son and it was a delight. The patio is large and very safe for a toddler (we picked the house in part because the railing appeared secure enough for a little one - it was). The beach is 200 metres away and offered endless entertainment - and 1/4 mile further is a beach full of penguins! Only challenge would be for those aiming to walk everywhere - the shops are close but still require a very short (5 min) drive. Highly recommended in every way. |
07 Nov 2011 |
We had a lovely stay. The house is wonderful and lacked nothing. We will definitely use it again. |
Guestbook for Felsensicht Holiday Home
Review by Sybille Gillard, Johannesburg (stayed February 2011)
Your holiday home is absolutely stunning in all ways. We are all thrilled. Jim Boswell is a gem – so friendly and helpful. Thank you.
Review by: Kristien Wolmarans, Johannesburg (stayed August 2010)
We loved our stay at Felsensicht :-) It is such a lovely house and area. We regretted not being able to stay for another week :)
Review by: Baronessa Nerina Mureddu, Florence, Italy and Kirsten Keeley, Surrey, UK (stayed: April 2009)
A heartfelt thank you for the most wonderful stay. A beautiful home-away-from-home with such splendid views. We will certainly be returning for more family holidays.
Review by: The Boyes Family, Pretoria, South Africa (stayed: April 2009)
What a beautiful home with spectacular views. Love Simon’s Town. Will visit again. Thank you.
Review by: The Lee Family, Germiston, South Africa (stayed March 2009)
Words cannot express how wonderful this home is.
Review by: Carol Acebes, Little Compton, Rhode Island, USA (stayed March 2009)
What a beautiful place to have come to on my first trip to South Africa. I hope to return with my family and stay in your charming home.
Review by: Jane Philippi, Charlestown, Massachusetts, USA (stayed February and March 2009)
A wonderful home for me and, for part of my stay, 3 friends from the USA. The views were overwhelming. Thank you for sharing this inspiring place and thanks to Jim Boswell for the thoughtful details throughout.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: S. African R | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Summer rate 2012 | 1 Feb 12 | 1 May 12 | R 15785 | 2255 | 2255 | Flexible |
| Winter rate 2012 | 1 May 12 | 1 Oct 12 | R 11165 | 1595 | 1595 | 1 Night |
| Summer rate 2012 | 1 Oct 12 | 15 Dec 12 | R 15785 | 2255 | 2255 | 1 Night |
| Peak Season 2012/2013 | 15 Dec 12 | 16 Jan 13 | R 21868 | 3124 | 3124 | 2 Nights |
| Summer/Autumn 2013 | 16 Jan 13 | 1 May 13 | R 17360 | 2480 | 2480 | 1 Night |
| Winter 2013 | 1 May 13 | 1 Oct 13 | R 12285 | 1755 | 1755 | 1 Night |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required in order to secure your booking. The remaining 70% is payable 6 weeks prior to arrival.
Payment can be made via electronic funds transfer into our holiday home bank account. Alternatively, payment can be made using your credit card through a secure website portal we make use of. All credit cards are accepted (Visa, MasterCard, Diners, American Express). Details of bank account or secure website portal will be furnished on application. Please ensure all bank charges due from your side are settled by you.
A refundable "breakages/loss" deposit is required (between R2000 and R5000 depending on the length of stay). This deposit is payable together with the 70% final payment. It is kept in trust and reimbursed approximately one week after departure, following a satisfactory inventory count.
Ours is a non-smoking establishment. We do ask you to sign our non-smoking agreement which forms part of our Client Information form.
Availability
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Languages spoken      The owner is based in South Africa and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2012. This house has received 3 reviews from previous guests.  |
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