Avril was a great host and her house is well situated in Obs (Observatory). It's in easy walking distance of many restaurants, bars, a supermarket and the train station. At the time of writing a first class return train ticket to Cape Town city center is R21.00 and it only takes 10-15 minutes to get there.

This is a great option for a budget-minded traveler who wants to experience the local flavor of Cape Town while still being able to easily access the tourist spots. A quick 5 minute walk to the station will get you on the train and from there you can travel to any of Cape Town's prime destinations.