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The Mermaids Tail

Property class: 3.5

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A room with a telescope on a tripod, a white sofa with cushions, and large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.
A covered outdoor seating area with a table set for dining, a pool, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A two-story house with a pool, a covered deck, and a bicycle parked outside.
A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, a colorful striped blanket, and a bedside table with a lantern.
A spacious living room with large windows, a ceiling fan, and a variety of seating options including a wicker chair, two white sofas, and a colorful rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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3 Gully Road, Pringle Bay, Western Cape, 7196
  • Place, Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brodie Link Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Pringle Bay Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pringle Bay

This vacation home places you next to Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve and within a 15-minute walk of Brodie Link Nature Reserve. This 3.5-star vacation home welcomes guests with 3 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Brodie Link Nature Reserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pringle Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kogel Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Arabella Golf Course - 39 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wagon Wheel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe El'Ora - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Drummond Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Romanz - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Menucha - ‬2 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.

The Mermaids Tail

This vacation home features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, a library, and a terrace.
The vacation home is individually decorated and features a kitchen and a furnished patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a sofa bed, and a minibar. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the vacation home include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Free crib
  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Dining table
  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 3 units
  • Built in 1980
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mermaids Tail
Mermaids Tail Pringle Bay
Mermaids Tail House
Mermaids Tail House Pringle Bay
The Mermaids Tail Pringle Bay
The Mermaids Tail Private vacation home
The Mermaids Tail Private vacation home Pringle Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Pringle Bay, a short 1-minute walk from Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve and also 13 minutes on foot from Brodie Link Nature Reserve. You'll also find Kogelberg Nature Reserve and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaids Tail?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaids Tail on Sep 15, 2026 start from $192, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is about 29 mi away.