We enjoyed a very relaxing stay of over a week at Shahnaz's and would definitely recommend her lovely place to anyone looking to feel at home in Cape Town.
The apartment is exactly as pictured, so no surprises. We found it to be a good size for families, well-equipped and comfortable (particularly, the beds - often overlooked, but so important to good rest). Given how stressful it can be to dine out with a few little ones, we enjoyed many meals there, readily purchasing quality, fresh ingredients from the nearby Woolworths and the Butcher Man. (A note for oenophiles: the wine selection at Woolworths is surprisingly thin, but in Cape Town, it is easy to find sources for excellent wine!) If you don't feel like cooking, there are plenty of dining options that are just steps away too. And it is a neighbourhood in which one feels safe walking about, even if you have to drag little people along.
The building itself is very well-kept and secure, staffed with friendly and helpful people who are clearly accustomed to seeing tourists come and go. It was nice to have access to a pool too, and it was always empty (but maybe because the weather is cool now and other people are more reasonable than my children).
If one feels like playing tourist, the Waterfront is within walking distance (we hardly used our rental car, which mostly sat safe and undisturbed in the parking lot). Not too far off is Green Point Park, which is a nice place to walk, have a picnic, or even do outdoor exercise! What else does one need for a leisurely holiday?
Well, the ideal would be to have a great host(ess) too. And that, we did find in Shahnaz, who was particularly responsive and always made an effort to keep us informed. Not only that, but when we arrived later than planned, it was no problem at all, and we readily picked up the keys from the concierge and soon found ourselves in an apartment that was already stocked with basics such as milk, eggs, wine...So appreciated when the journey has been longer than expected, and you are thoroughly exhausted. Thanks again, Shahnaz and your husband, for going to such effort!
In short, if you are considering this place, don't hesitate as you definitely won't regret staying here!