Located in Bloubergstrand, this guesthouse is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Bloubergstrand Beach and Kite Surf School. This guesthouse has private in-room pools along with a gym and concierge services.
First South African Perfume Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Dolphin Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 32 min drive - 14.4 miles
Getting around
Cape Town Station - 31 min drive
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Copper Club Eatery - 2 min drive
Cattle Baron - 19 min walk
Doodles - 5 min walk
Village Place - 2 min drive
Primi Piatti - 17 min walk
About this property
A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE....
Kumbaya House West Beach is a 4-Star Prestigious Luxurious Accommodation House & Event Venue with short and long-term rentals, Fully Licensed, offers a real unique Home away from Home Experience, Ambiance, Friendliness, Comfort, Excellent Service, traditional Swedish & International Cuisine. The 6 en-suites are exclusively & individually decorated & accommodates up to 2 Guests each. There are 4 en-suites upstairs with a long wide balcony from which you have Sea, Garden, Swimming Pool and Mountain views. On the ground floor there are 2 more en-suites with own private Patio and Garden each. Kumbaya House West Beach is the only Accommodation House in South Africa it´s size with 3 Bars on premises: Main Bar Indoors, Private Bar in the basement and the Pool Bar. Located in West Beach, Bloubergstrand, Kumbaya House overlooks the South Atlantic & Indian Oceans with a view over the iconic Mandela´s Roben Island to the right, Table Mountain to the left. On a bright Sunny day, the City of Cape Town is in view with liner ships at the Horizon waiting their turn to get into the Harbour.
The entire Property can be rented short or long-term. NIGHTLY RATE OPTIONS are also available: There are 2 Nightly Rate Options for all en-suites- ROOM ONLY or BED & BREAKFAST. Kindly specify in your booking enquiry which option you prefer so that we can quote you accordingly. Room Only Rate is cheaper while Bed & Breakfast is a bit more expensive. ROOM ONLY RATE: for 1 to 2 persons sharing. BED & BREAKFAST RATE: for 1 to 2 persons sharing including Breakfast. En-suite 6/Superior Luxury Kings Upstairs is a bit more costly for 1 to 2 persons sharing.
Kumbaya House is an Exclusively designed and decorated 2-storey Accommodation House and Event Venue. It is situated on the hill overlooking the Ocean with the Iconic Mandela´s Roben Island to your right, The City of Cape Town in the middle and Table Mountain to your left. As soon as you set foot inside the Property, it is hard not to feel the sense of welcoming, friendliness and a home away from home feeling! The House offers privacy, peace, tranquility and great ambiance. From the Balcony, you can watch the fascinating, colourful African sunset with Liner-ships at the horizon waiting to get into Cape Town Harbour. A perfect time and place for a sundowner! It is a 10minute walk away to the beach-front, pubs, restaurants, cafés, drugstore, ATM, Liquor Stores, Supermarkets and so much more. From the Balcony on a windy day, the sea is swamped with colourful kites roaming the horizon. This is a popular Kite Surfing place where international competitions are also held at least once a year. Car rentals are within reach as well as Uber, local meter taxis and/or public transport at humane rates per travel. Cape Town has excellent meat and seafood restaurants as well as a whole lot of your usual takeaway joints. There are golf-courses all around and the nearest one being about a 15 minute drive away. There is a driving range nearby as well. For those who love to keep fit, there is Virgin Active Gym which is a 10minute drive away with other facilities such as: squash courts, swimming pool and tennis courts. In the City of Cape Town, you can buy a day´s ticket for an extensive sightseeing tour on the hop-on/hop-off bus. Must see sights: Table Mountain, Penguin Colony, Signal Hill, Chesapeake Bay, Chapman´s Peak, Camps Bay with it´s beautiful sandy beaches, Cape Point and so much more. The wine District is also a must see with it´s enormous vineyards for wine tasting, wine shopping and dining.. The Garden Route offers a spectacular drive with unbelievable sights sounds and varying landscapes. The West-coast road is fascinating with beach-fronts, golf courses, excellent meat and seafood restaurants and cafés. Along the West Coast Road, there is a National Park with a beautiful Lagoon and sandy beaches. Take a picnic basket, a few drinks, beach towels, and enjoy a good swim in the Lagoon. The beaches around the National Park are not overcrowded at all. There is also a section for Kitesurfing, Waterskiing, Snorkelling, Diving, Kayaking, fishing, Angling and boating.There are Hiking Trails, Bird Hides for Bird-watchers and bike trails The City of Cape Town with it´s V&A/Waterfront, offers a wide range of entertainment, interesting places of interest as well as endless shopping sprees. From here you can buy a boat trip to visit the iconic Mandela´s Roben Island or just to go on a cruising adventure for an hour or so. Canal Walk is the shopping mall one can´t miss visiting at least once.
At Kumbaya House West Beach, we gladly guide you through. Advice you on the Do´s & Don’t´s and present you with a list of some iconic places of interest in and around Cape Town, a city famously known as “The Mother City”.
2 Nightly Rate Options – Room Only or Bed & Breakfast includes: . Free WIFI/Internet Access . Free Secure Parking . Free Daily Housekeeping . Free access to the Electric Massage Chair in the Private Bar downstairs . Free access to the Built-in BBQ/Grill, Webber, Pizza Oven & Fire-wood for your private use (By prior arrangement only) as a charge will be imposed depending on a Guest needs e.g. for use of cutlery, electrical kitchen equipment, water, setting and clearing of tables & general cleaning afterwards. Food, Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Beverage Menus available: Light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, Dinner, Assorted Cheese Tray, all of which is to be ordered at least 24 hours in advance and paid for in Cash and in advance at The Reception. Kumbaya House West Beach is a Non-Self-Catering Establishment. Food and Beverages is not allowed with to the premises.
Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a kitchen, and a washing machine. Limited housekeeping is available.
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Under 10 years stay for free with adults.
Events
Events allowed
Parties can be held by prior arrangement only.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Allowed outdoors.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Parties can be held by prior arrangement only.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Note from host: Parties can be held by prior arrangement only.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
A Real Away From Experience
A Real Home Away From Home Experience...
A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... Cape Town
A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... Guesthouse
A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... Guesthouse Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this guesthouse?
This guesthouse is situated in Bloubergstrand within a short 6-minute walk of Bloubergstrand Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Kite Surf School. You'll also find Dolphin Beach and Table Bay Mall within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE....?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is a spa located at this guesthouse?
Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.
Is this guesthouse next to a casino?
No, this guesthouse is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this guesthouse?
No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a private pool and a fireplace in each accommodation, and some feature ocean view.
Does A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... have a hot tub?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this guesthouse offer breakfast?
This guesthouse offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Will this guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this guesthouse.
Does A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.
What is the closest airport to this guesthouse?
The closest major airport to this guesthouse is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 19.4 mi away (39 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE....?
Yes, every accommodation at A REAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME EXPERIENCE.... comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.