Blue
on Blue
9 Sandhurst Road
St James
Cape Town
Western Cape
South Africa
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Perched
on a quiet mountainside overlooking False Bay and the Cape Peninsula, Blue
on Blue Bed & Breakfast offers 180 degree sea views and superior service
in a tranquil setting.
As a small,
3-room establishment, we are uniquely qualified to provide you with a romantic
escape and individualized service.
Your
upper floor room rises above nearby buildings to overlook the Indian Ocean.
Located moments from the beach, we offer an escape from the bustle of the
nearby city, while still being conveniently located to enjoy the culture,
shopping and nightlife of Cape Town, just 20 minutes away. From September-December,
watch whales from the comfort of your room!
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Enjoy
a hearty breakfast in our dining room, or on the garden patio with a sea
view. At the end of the day, return to relax in a deep bathtub.
The lounge
features satellite television, a selection of DVD movies, portable DVD
player, and a computer with high-speed internet access. Wireless access
for laptop computers is also available.
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The town
of Saint James is ideally situated for visitors to the Cape.
Nestled
between the Silvermine Mountains and the warm Indian Ocean coastline, it
offers one of the most spectacular locations in South Africa.
Saint
James is a historically rich area, once considered the Riviera of South
Africa where moguls like Cecil Rhodes established vacation homes.
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Today,
Saint James is home to a diverse community and offers something for the
young and old alike
Local
nightlife, restaurants, museums, and the areas famous antique shops and
art boutiques.
Our
particular passion is introducing guests to the work of local artists and
making visits to their workshops to learn the process of their craft.
We
also offer personalised guided tours to the Cape of Good Hope, Winelands,
and other points of interest, as well as airport transfers.
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More than
a destination, Blue on Blue invites participation.
We are
proud to donate a portion of our profits to Art Aids Art, a non-profit
organisation supporting local education and economic development through
the arts.
Check-In
03:00 PM Check-Out 10:30 AM
Character:
Blue On Blue is an Art Lover's Paradise, outfitted with South African craft.
Fabrics, photographs and other handcrafts surround you with creativity
-- which you can then experience with a trip to visit collectives where
they are created!
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| Location:
Blue On Blue is ideally located for day trips, as we are located midway
between the Cape Point, Wine Route and downtown. Explore along the coastal
route, or take advantage of our tour services!
Beach:
We are 200 meters from Saint James Beach, a beautiful location with a protected
tidal swimming pool and historic Victorian bathing huts. Just down the
road is some of South Africa's best surfing.
Historical
& Cultural: We have established close connections with local art
collectives creating unique, high quality South African crafts. Visit our
community art projects to see how small business development is transforming
lives!
Outstanding
Views: Spectacular sea and mountain views from each upper floor guest
room. Watch whales surfacing (Aug-Dec). Ringed by mountains, a 2-minute
walk leads to the top of Boyes Drive, with the most spectacular sunrise
views in the country! |
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Fax
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Internet
Access
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Airport
Shuttle Service
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Parking
Available
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Babysitting
Service
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Garden
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Braai
/ Barbecue
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Communal
MNet
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Library
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Off Street
Parking
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No Pets
Permitted
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Fireplace
on the Premises
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Communal
Television
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Communal
Satellite TV
Dining
Facilities
in Rooms/Units
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No Smoking
in Rooms
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Fan in
Rooms
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Heater
in Rooms
Environment
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Mountain
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Beach
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Suburbs
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Nature
Reserve
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Great
Outdoors
Languages
Spoken
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Activities
Nearby
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Bird Watching
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Scuba
Diving
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Fishing
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Golf
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Canoeing
/ Kayaking
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Climbing
- Sport
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Climbing
- Traditional
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Fishing
- Deep Sea
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Fishing
- Freshwater
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Fishing
- Saltwater
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Horse
Riding
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Jet-Skiing
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Kite-Surfing
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Paddling
- Canoeing
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Paddling
- Kayaking
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Paddling
- Sea Kayaking
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Rowing
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Sailing
- Dingies
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Sailing
- Yacht Charters
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Scuba/Snorkeling
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Surfing
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Waterskiing
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Windsurfing
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Yachting
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Shark
Cage Diving
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Walking
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Camping
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Trekking
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Hiking
/ Backpacking
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Whale
Watching
Memberships
and Legal
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