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Bed
& Breakfasts in Simon's Town (Cape Point Route / False Bay Area) and
Sunset Beach (near Bloubergstrand), West Coast, Western Cape, South Africa
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| Simon's
Town is a village and a naval base in South Africa, near Cape Town.
It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape
Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been an important naval base
and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African Navy).
False Bay is located to the southeast of Cape Town but to the west of Cape
Agulhas and Simon's Town is consequently located roughly on the border
between the Atlantic and the Indian oceans. The town is named after Simon
van der Stel, an early governor of the Cape Colony. |
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| The land rises
steeply from near the water's edge and the picturesque village is boxed
in along the shoreline by the heights above. The small harbour itself is
not a particularly good natural harbour and is protected from swells by
a breakwater that was built with thousands of huge blocks of sandstone
quarried out of the face of the mountain above. Simon's Town is now in
effect a suburb of greater Cape Town. It is the terminus of a railway line
that runs south from the central business district of Cape Town. In places
the railway line hugs the steep eastern shore of False Bay quite spectacularly
and in bad weather foam from some heavy swells will fly up and wet the
trains! One of the best beaches on the Cape Peninsula, Boulders Beach,
is located a few kilometres to the south of Simon's Town. Here small, secluded
coves with white sandy beaches and calm, safe, warm, shallow waters are
interspersed between huge rounded boulders of Cape granite that form low
cliffs and small caves. There has been a colony of African penguins at
Boulders Beach since 1985. There is no record of the birds having lived
here prior to that date, so their decision to settle in an area already
well-utilized by humans is remarkable. There are only three penguin populations
on the mainland in southern Africa. (The others are on islands). |
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Town Guide |
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Blue
Sea Holiday Accommodation, Bed and Breakfast/Self-Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
Blue
Sea Holiday Accommodation is set on the mountainside overlooking False
Bay, across to the Hottentots Holland Mountains and Cape Hangklip. It is
situated in a quiet and up market neighbourhood and approximately 100 meters
from the sea; less than 10 minutes walk to the closest and safe swimming
beach; within walking distance to Simon´s Town golf course, international
scuba diving and fishing spots.
Wake
up to the sound of the ocean, fill your lungs with clean, fresh air and
watch the whales from your room in season. 2 self-catering apartments on
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Cali-Coco,
Terrace, Bed and Breakfast/Self-Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
Cali-Coco
Terrace Exclusive Bed & Breakfast is superbly situated in an exclusive
and secure area with magnificent views over False Bay overlooking the Naval
Basin and the yacht mole as well as the mountains. We are close to the
penguin colony at Boulders Beach, other beaches, Cape Point and good restaurants.
Cape Town, the Winelands and other attractions are within an easy drive.
It's a five minute walk down to the village amongst the quaint houses.
We have a lovely indigenous garden where many species of birds visit. All
rooms have wonderful views and are equipped with bar fridges, tea and coffee
making facilities, are en-suite and have separate entrances. There is a
large patio to relax on and enjoy the view. We serve a Cape Continental
and/or English breakfast in the breakfast room overlooking the ocean. |
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Port
of Call, Bed & Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
Nestled
in the mountain fynbos on the edge of the Cape Peninsula National Park,
this Bed & Breakfast in the historic naval town of Simon’s Town offers
two elegant double bedrooms with breathtaking panoramic sea views. Watch
the sun rising over False Bay and the distant Hottentots Holland Mountains
as you are served breakfast on the upper deck. This little piece of paradise
offers tranquility and understated luxury. Fresh fruit, Cereals, Continental
& English breakfasts available. Penguin Waffles on request – worth
requesting! Port of Call is an ideal environment for relaxing in
your comfortable room overlooking False Bay and the distant Hottentots
mountain range. The setting is tranquil and stress free. Home cooked dinners
available on request at your hosts dinner table. |
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The
Winston Guest House, SIMON'S TOWN
The
Winston Guest House is a four star establishment boasting sweeping views
of the ocean. Located in Simons Town, this guest house is a favourite destination
of guests who enjoy luxurious accommodation and the best in seaside living.
All rooms at the Winston are sea facing, and during whale season guests
are able to whale spot from the comfort of their nautical themed room.
The beach is a short walk away and there are many rock pools and coastal
walks just waiting to be explored. For the guest who is looking for
the ultimate in relaxation there is always the pool deck which also offers
breathtaking views of the ocean spanning from Simons Town across False
Bay, towards the floral Cape Point.  |
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| Sunset
Beach - Atlantic Seaboard North / Cape West Coast, Western Cape, South
Africa
In the Blouberg area of Cape
Town - wonderful endless sandy beaches and Table Mountain Views - convenient
for the city centre and V&A Waterfront. |
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Atlantic
Beach Villa, Guesthouse, SUNSET BEACH
This
wonderful warm and friendly Guesthouse is conveniently situated for both
holiday maker and corporate clients. It is within safe walking distance
to restaurants, shops and a Laundromat. It is only 250 meters to the beach
which has the most spectacular view of Table Mountain and the city. It
is close to all other amenities- only 10 min to the city centre & 20
minutes to the airport. A free shuttle service is available for accommodation
3 days or more. We can help you arrange car Hire, tours to the Winelands,
Cape Point, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Table Mountain and the very popular Robben
Island. We can advise and book diners and golf Tee times. We will gladly
help you plan your entire holiday in South Africa. |
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Sunset
Inn Guesthouse, B&B/Self-Catering, SUNSET BEACH
Sunset
Inn is the ultimate luxury Bed & Breakfast accommodation situated just
10 minutes from the center of Cape Town. Our four star 4 accommodation
offers our visitors a private and quiet relaxing atmosphere with breathtaking
views of Table Mountain and Robben Island. We are just a few steps away
from the finest beaches in the world, with miles of golden sand to relax
and revive your soul. We are within walking distance to a golf course,
shops and restaurants. This exquisite B&B is decorated in an
elegant modern African Theme offering the ultimate comfort, with bedrooms
having private terraces, coffee/tea, satellite and local TV channels, safe,
fans, hairdryers, best quality linens and a hospitality tray. Our
apartment includes a Jacuzzi in the bathroom and indoor entrance leading
to a sundeck with a spectacular view of Table Bay, Robben Island and Table
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The
Kites Nest Bed & Breakfast, SUNSET BEACH
This
establishment is situated on Sunset Beach the premier kite surfing and
windsurfing location in Cape Town. Close to world class kite surfing and
windsurfing spots like Big Bay, Kite Beach and Table View. Shopping centre
within walking distance as well as top quality nightlife and both Cape
Town and Table View. Golf course as well as an aquatic club both within
5 km. We’ve pulled together the best of both our experience to give you
the stay you’re looking for, whether it be time to relax and take in the
sites, an action packed visit to Cape Town or just simply getting in as
many seriously ripping sessions in as possible The Kites Nest offers the
ultimate base from which to launch into adventure in Cape Town. |
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Simon's
Town Guide
 Simon's
Town is an attractive little coastal village on the False Bay side of the
Cape Peninsula. Home to the South African Navy, it also functions as a
popular stopover en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve, one of the top
attractions on the Cape Point route.
Part of the town’s enduring
charm is the naval atmosphere, Victoria-style architecture, cobbled streets,
pretty beaches and the resident colony of African penguins.
 Swim
or picnic amongst the webbed-footed birds at Boulders Beach, one of Cape
Town's best beaches for children. If you're looking for a bit more action
you could snorkel at Seaforth Beach or go on a guided sea kayaking trip
from the tiny Simon's Town waterfront to Boulders Beach.
The lively waterfront is
the fun part of this village and offers a good selection of quayside restaurants,
a curio craft market at the quaint Jubilee Square and an active yacht club.
Take to the ocean in the local water taxi or go on an adventurous boat
trip to watch whales, seals and white sharks. You could even do something
really unique and take an open-ocean pelagic birding trip with Cape Town
Pelagics to spot albatrosses and other soaring beauties.
Landlubbers can go on a walkabout
and discover Simon's Town's fascinating history by strolling down St George's
Street. Interesting places to visit are the Simon's Town Museum, Naval
History Museum and the Toy Museum... read
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