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Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed

Cottage in Cape Town with balcony and fireplace

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Interior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cape Town, WC
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fish Hoek Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Boulders Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Fish Hoek, this cottage is adjacent to Table Mountain National Park and within a mile (2 km) of Fish Hoek Beach. The cottage includes a fireplace, a balcony, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boulders Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 37 min drive - 24.9 miles
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 38 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sunny Cove Station - 12 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 31 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden River Spur Steak Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bhandaris - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peak Connect Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olympia Café & Deli - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed

Nestled on the coastal cliffs of Fish Hoek and surrounded by a natural garden the cottage offers breath-taking views across the bay and often you see dolphins and whales frolicking in the waves just below the house.
Fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves and feel completely away from it all in nature while still being in easy reach of all that Cape Town has to offer.
The cottage is within an easy walk to Fish Hoek beach with its crystal clear and warmest water in Cape Town, you can reach central Cape Town in 30 min by car or a picturesque ride in the local train, passing the other coastal towns.

The main bedroom with sea views opens with French doors onto the deck and has a queen-sized bed. The second bedroom, with two single beds, is located in the loft of the living room and is reached via a ladder. There is one bathroom with a shower.
There are BBQ (Braai) facilities in the garden for those summer nights and a cast iron stove for those cuddle up winter nights.
Parking is just outside the property in a secure cul-de-sac.

Your host Uta is happy to help with any advice on the many choices of restaurants, local markets and events in the area or practicalities such as bicycle rent and outdoor activities.

Beach: Fish Hoek Beach – 1 km
Golf: Clovelly Golf Course 2 km
Outdoor: Stand-up paddle, surfski and surfboard rental all in Fish Hoek 1km
We do generally only accommodate 4 people, but if you are staying longer than five days we can provide an extra mattress. Also, just next to this cottage there is a smaller cottage of the same style that can accommodate another two people.
The cottage is heated and features a balcony and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Fish Hoek, just steps from Table Mountain National Park. You'll also find Fish Hoek Beach and Kalk Bay Harbour within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 30 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed?

Yes, every accommodation at Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed comes with a balcony.

Whale Cove Cottage - Watch the ocean from your bed Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stephanie B.

A lovely cottage with amazing view

We spent 10 very enjoyable days in this lovely cottage suspended above the ocean. We could even see a few whales from the balcony! And thanks again to Uta who was both kind and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

marc d.

Wonderful cliffside accomodation

We had a great stay in Fish Hoek in August 2018 in this unforgettable cliffside cottage. The accommodation itself is well-equipped and very comfortable, and beautifully presented and clean, with good beds. The views across False Bay are breathtaking and change by the minute - sunshine, storms (we had hail!), rainbows. We enjoyed watching seals playing in the kelp below. The kids loved just sitting on the window bench reading, or looking out to sea. To get such an incredible view you have to be fit enough to manage the 60 steepish steps to reach the front door and, inside the house, the staircase to the upper bedroom needs care with small children. We were able to walk easily to Fish Hoek for a great dinner in Barracudas, and Kalk Bay was a short drive away (a bit more modish with a few more restaurants - recommend Satori for pizza). We reached Cape Town centre by car in about 40 mins, and Cape Point was a similar sort of time (with a stop for the penguins in Simon's Town). The area is also good for running, I enjoyed joining several other joggers on an early morning run to Simon's Town and back (c. 7 miles) along the sea footpath. We also appreciated the strong efforts being made here to encourage water management during the drought. Thanks for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B., Northern Ireland

Quaint Chalet with breathtaking views

We had a wonderful week long stay at this quaint chalet built 65 steps down from the access road and suspended over the cliff face. It had phenomenal views over the ocean. It is well designed to maximise the scenery, well equipped and comfortable with recently added Wi-Fi being a big bonus. It provides a good base for touring whether it be to Cape Town or Cape Point or further afield with good road access. Uta is very responsive to queries and was most helpful during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frank R., Stralsund, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness

Charmantes Ferienhaus mit fantastischem Ausblick

Wir hatten 5 sehr schöne Tage im Ferienhaus in Fishoek. Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was man für einen Aufenthalt mit Selbstverpflegung braucht. Die gestreifte Couch und der Ausblick auf die Bucht haben es uns angetan. Auf der Terasse lässt sich wunderbar das Meer beobachten, wir hatten das Glück Robben beim Spielen zuschauen zu können. Es ist ein sehr sicherer Ort, Kapstadt ist schnell erreichbar, ebenso Cape Point oder Simons Town. Die Kommunikation war sehr angenehm und herzlich. Ein Ort, den wir unbedingt weiter empfehlen können. Danke Uta!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019