I spent more than a month at Victoria's place and I really recommend it. Victoria and Greg helped me in so many ways getting accustomed to South Africa and Cape Town, I can't thank them enough for that. Of course, the location isn't central, dont rent it if you have to get to CBD everyday, but it's a nice neighborhood. The Pick n' Pay is real close and the Constantia Village mall is not far at all. Also, I've always felt safe in Plumstead and thats a big plus. And there are indeed lots of birds in that garden!