Janina and her parents made us feel right at home in their fantastic Constantia retreat.
The cottage is as lovely as it looks in all the pictures. The patio and gardens are expansive and beautiful and, as many have noted, come complete with a little zoo - horse, dogs and cat.
Our one year old loved the animals and the beautiful three tier swimming pool, the middle tier of which was shallow and warm - perfect for kids.
Janina was also kind enough to source a cosy little cot for our baby, which fitted nicely into the bedroom, allowing us to enjoy a glass of wine in the open plan living / kitchen / diner while baby slept nearby in earshot.
The location is perfect. A short drive to Cape Town and even closer to several wonderful vineyards and restaurants. Kirstenbosch botanical gardens are close by too - worth a visit. There are also supermarkets and other amenities a five minute drive away.
We almost didn't book this place as we thought it looked too good to be true. We were wrong - it is simply wonderful. We'll be back for another visit, I'm sure.