I have to say at the outset that out of all the places I have stayed at with Airbnb this has been the absolute best. The listing was clear, the house was attractive so we signed on. In getting to the apartment, we realised that its was just such a beautiful space, so tastefully done that the couple of days we were planning to stay were just too less.
Its a beautiful apartment with a double height living area beautifully framing the signature Table Mountain. There are two bedrooms and a single bed in the Library on the right. The apartment comfortably sleeps 5. The space is expansive and I would call it truly luxury living. Ilze, our lovely lovely host was thoughtful to leave provisions like tea, coffee and wine for our use. A maid comes in to clean thoroughly and miraculously everyday the home looks just like we did when we entered.
But what I would like to speak about most is how tastefully Ilze has put this place together. It's clear she loves art and design and seems to have painstakingly collected things to design this home. We sent the first few hours on our arrival just looking at all the wonderful things. As an architecture student I felt a special admiration for this effort. And to top it all Ilze was such a lovely, generous and helpful host. Even though she is not in Cape Town, she was always connected for suggestions and queries. Being the klutz I am I left a jacket behind and for the last week Ilze has been diligently helping to get it back to me. I really appreciate Ilze going out of her way to do this. It's no surprise that she has such a beautiful home - she obviously is a lovely person as well.
I will definitely be back. Cape Town is gorgeous and the apartment made it all the better. A haven in the center of the city to relax. It's close to all the sights and the main tourist area. We walked or took a short taxi ride everywhere. The area seemed safe and frankly the trip could not have been better.
I cannot but end with recommended more that whole-heartedly Ilze's apartment. Pamper yourself with style and some good-old fashioned warm hospitality. :)