I've stayed a few weeks in Tharien's lovely apartment and I loved every bit of the experience! Tharien is a truly warm and welcoming host, who makes you feel at home the minute you walk in. She is thoughtful, considerate and respectful of her guests' personal space.Communication is seamless and pleasant. She has an intuitive sense of hospitality which makes you feel comfortable right away! Always joyful and willing to help discover the city and its surroundings, to cook a dinner with her guest, giving you tips on local customs and food specialties and so on. As an artist, she has decorated her apartment with her own work which adds even more character and charm to the place. Eventually, Vredehoek is a lovely neighbourhood, close to the mountain - you can take your morning coffee on Tharien's balcony with a beautiful view on Table Mountain, and close to the city center, the grocery store is a 3-minute walking distance. I could go on and on! If you choose to stay with Tharien you won't regret it! (and you'll want to extend your stay, that's for sure)