This cottage is just perfect, and it's hosts Carol and Seamus and wonderfully kind people. We were travelling with a 5 month old baby, and Carol went out of the way to find a cot, buggy and paddling pool, as well as adding incredibly thoughtful touches like extra baby blankets and baby soap to the house when we arrived. Our son loved the stay, and visiting with Carol and Seamus across the garden gate. He was especially taken with the braai pit (watching the flames!), as were we: we had some very happy evenings sat around it, getting to know Seamus and Carol. We were especially grateful to sample some of Seamus' braai-ing!
The cottage itself is spacious, comfortable and homely. From our first day there we were already planning trips back in the future! St. James is a brilliant spot for families - right across the road is a lovely cafe/ restaurant called Folk with a playground, the Tidal Pool is a great place for little ones to splash, and short walks to Kalk Bay (where there is a brilliant playground) were easy. We also loved using the cottage as a base to explore the rest of the city, especially the Kirstenbosch Gardens.
We couldn't have imagined better hosts, or a better place to stay. It was the perfect first trip to take with a young baby - and we hope we'll be back with him again as he grows.
Thank you so much Seamus, Carol and Portia!