The house has the same flavor that the pictures on AirBnB reflect— the space is chill, relaxed and colorfully decorated. A stocked bookcase and movie collection were great to have. The room was very comfortable and had lovely decorations.
The house is very close to the heart of Cape Town. It’s just a 10 minute walk to the main roads. It’s also in a quiet neighborhood. The houses around Bo Kaap are also a great sight—vibrantly colored in greens, pinks, and other delightful colors.
As a host, Andrew had a South African SIM card ready for my cell when I arrived. He also has a helpful cadre of international adapters, so you don’t need to worry about that. He easily answered questions I had in getting around and I also really appreciated that he was very generous in inviting guest(s) to dinner or other gatherings with his friends. It was a great way to meet new people, and they were all very warm.
However, I visited during Cape Town’s winter (June to September months) and I was freezing the whole time. Andrew was kind enough to lend me his electric blanket, though, which really helped. The house is 200 years old, which is very charming but also comes with some drawbacks—the solid stone walls are picturesque, but don’t hold heat well. The dining and kitchen floor is also a cold granite. I’d recommend wearing several layers when in the house if you visit in the wintertime. I imagine visiting during Cape Town’s summer would be a very different experience. All in all, a great location.