An African Villa, Cape Town

Do not be surprised to find yourself surrounded by glowing, wall hung, hurricane lanterns on a balmy African summers eve. All rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms (some with shower and bath and twin basins); heating in winter; television (with DSTV); electronic wall safes; telephone; hair dryer; beds are dressed in luxurious white cotton percale linen; air-conditioner. Room classes: Bronze: Ground floor facing a quiet street Silver: Courtyard facing Gold: With bath and shower ¿ courtyard facing Platinum:With balcony and full bathroom en suite Guests are given an orientation to the secrets of our city after which we offer you the freedom of this spacious Victorian townhouse just as you yourself would to visitors in your own home. A thoughtful and well-planned written guide to life in the city, its tourist attractions, restaurants and other places of interest on the Peninsula, will help you to settle in. Should you need more advice or help, staff are at hand to offer assistance. At the heart of the house, as you may expect, lies an enormous and welcoming kitchen. Breakfasts are served either in a spacious dining room or, weather permitting al fresco, in our marvellous courtyard beside the pool. Friendly housekeeping staff are on duty to prepare a hearty, cooked breakfast (included in the rate). Facilities at the Villa include: a library where free internet access is available, a plunge pool surrounded by cushioned loungers in summer. In the evenings there are two comfortable lounges in which to relax perhaps with a complimentary glass of sherry, coffee or ¿rooibos¿ tea (both freely available) or another beverage provided for you from our honesty bar. You are welcome to bring your own drinks and keep them in a guest fridge. There is also a microwave and small kitchen area for guest use. Most guests find that the new Villa has the feel of an intimate boutique hotel because of its sophisticated décor and generous facilities. It is, however, i