From the end of October 2017 me and my friends (six kitesurfers) stayed in the Abalone-villa of Douw and Petro. From the day we arrived, we felt at home. The location of the villa is perfect for (kite-/wind-) surfers. Big Bay is at a walking distance and Dolphin Beach is a 7 minute drive.
The villa is very comfortable with lots of living-space. Each bed-room has it's own bathroom and has good beds. The master-bedrooms are beautifully decorated as is the rest of the villa. The garden has a swimming-pool and even in 40-50 knts wind, it's still good for sunbathing.
We enjoyed the upstairs living-/diningroom a lot. There is a big dining-table and beside it, the indoor Braai/BBQ unit! Perfect for grilling steak, struisvogel or shrimp. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare food for a big group.
We had an issue with the internet connection but it was fixed the next day by Douw. TV/audio is also available. We noticed that Douw and Petro take good care of their property and if required are there to help out.
From the upstairs living-/dining-room you can step onto the terrace with a view over the sea and towards Big-Bay and Robbeneiland. Downstairs there is a living-room and kitchen. As well as a garage for two cars and enough space for (kite-)surfgear! The villa is modern, clean, well maintained and smells pleasant. Security can be an issue in South Africa, but Abalone-villa is well secured and a security guard is on standby.
I can recommend this villa to anyone that wants to have a relaxed vacation in Cape Town and who is looking for the space, luxury and comfort that Abalone Villa offers.