This is a great apartment, located outside of the downtown core but conveniently located very close to efficient public transportation which is safe and easy to negotiate. We used the bus system for a full week to explore Cape Town and thus avoided the need for an expensive car rental for that time (and associated parking woes in the busy city centre). There is dedicated parking at the apartment in a private garage space, so a car can also serve to get into the city and out to surrounding areas. The apartment itself is very comfortable and large enough to accomodate 4 people. The kitchen is very well appointed with all that one needs to cook anything, from toast to a full blown meal! The fact that there are dedicated laundry facilites just puts the cherry on the sundae! The best thing though is the stunning view from the ample windows. Table Mountain dominates the view with Robben Island and Table Bay stretching out to the horizon. Truly spectacular!
My husband and I spent 18 days here and we found it to be wonderful. The apartment was very clean and provided everything we needed to be comfortable and to feel at home. Tanya and Nick are very helpful and provide all the information one needs to visit Cape Town and the surrounding wine producing, and quaint communities. They really go the extra mile to make one comfortable and are available to help as needed.
There is no air conditioning, but we did not find this to be a problem as there was always a steady wind and the many windows could be opened to let in the relatively cool, fresh air coming from the Atlantic. A large fan also helped with air circulation. The only down side is that the building is located at the intersection of some busy roads, so there is street and traffic noise. This does lead to early mornings, especially if one leaves the windows open. This is not a problem for getting going and starting explorations early in the day, but could be difficult for light sleepers.
There is a handy restaurant within easy walking distance on the beach which the apartment overlooks. Likewise, grocery stores are convenient to the apartment and a nearby mall also has a grocery store, but is not within walking distance. Walking trails in and around a facing lagoon area offer running and strolling opportunities. The lagoon is home to flamingos which provide bird watching thrills. The location is not at all touristy and we felt safe in and around the neighbourhood.
We would happily stay at this location again and again!