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Exploring
the Cape Peninsula by Barbara Ulmi
... The neighbouring harbour
town and South African naval station, Simon's Town, prides itself on having
had the only Great Dane with a naval rank in recorded history - Just Nuisance,
as his mates used to call him, is remembered in form of a statue on Jubilee
Square, which provides beautiful views across South Africa's major naval
station. Not only well-known for its uniformed seals, but also penguins,
Simon's Town attracts many visitors with its penguin colony at Boulders
beach. Watch the newly hatched African Penguins - commonly referred to
as Jackass penguins - as they wobble their way through the Camphor bushes
and over slippery boulders lining the coast here. Male and female are easily
distinguishable - male penguins are black and white, female ones white
and black....read more |
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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. 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
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| SIMON'S
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Glenview
Cottage B&B, GLENCAIRN (SIMON'S TOWN)
Award winning, Three star,
Highly recommended by the AA and Finalist in SA Best AA Awards 2002/03/04/05/06.
Sit down to a Full English or Continental breakfast while enjoying the
sweeping sea views of False Bay, Simon’s Town and the Glen Cairn Reserve,
or relax next to the swimming pool. Clovelly Golf club 10 minutes
away! Close to Boulder's Beach and the inhabitant Jackass Penguins,
Simon’s Town, the Cape Point Nature Reserve and Ostrich Farm; and around
the corner from Fish Hoek, Kommetjie and Chapman's Peak. We offer serviced
double accommodation, en-suite. TV with M-Net and Satellite in bedrooms.
Access to telephone, fax and e-mail facilities in Main House. Coffee &
Tea making facilities in bedrooms, small fridge for private use. |
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Goede
Hoop, Bed and Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
We
invite you to experience Old World charm, stylish elegance, comfort and
warm hospitality in our lovely home in the Historic centre of Simon’s Town.
Our position immediately above Jubilee Square gives a bird’s eye view of
the yacht basin, the naval activity and panoramic views across False Bay
to the mountains. It is a short walk to the centre of our Victorian village
and its attractive waterfront. And in season we watch the whales from our
patio. The B&B accommodation for two (plus two children who can
‘camp’ on the patio) is offered when the house is not rented as a unit.
It has a separate entrance, en suite bathroom and private garden. Also,
DSTV plus PVR so you can watch the full range of TV programmes, tea and
coffee making facilities, microwave, crockery, cutlery and a small bar
fridge. |
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High
Gables B & B, SIMON'S TOWN
High
Gables Bed & Breakfast is situated on the mountainside above Simon's
Town and overlooks the Naval Harbour, the Yacht Basin and False Bay.
One double room and one twin bed room are available, both en-suite and
with magnificent sea views. Both rooms have a TV and radio, min fridge,
tea and coffee facilities and separate entrances. Sit and relax on
the veranda or the garage roof garden and watch the activity in the bay,
whales from June until November and dolphins at different times during
the year. Weekly sailing from the local yacht club and naval ships entering
or leaving the harbour also add interest. |
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Whale
View Manor Guesthouse, Luxury Guesthouse, SIMON'S TOWN
Overlooking
a secluded beach, our guesthouse lies on the outskirts of historic Simon’s
Town, between Cape Town and Cape Point, on the False Bay Coastline. Our
accommodation provides eight lovingly handcrafted rooms, each authentic
creation of many exotic cultures that echo South African’s own rich heritage.
Six rooms grant a magnificent sea views while two offer majestic mountain
vistas and garden excess. |
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 Simon's
Town Quayside Hotel, Conference and Waterfront Centre
Set
on the water’s edge of the Simon’s Town yacht basin, Simon’s Town Quayside
Hotel is a superior four star hotel and conference centre. With breathtaking
views over False Bay and the majestic Simon’s Kloof mountains, the Quayside
waterfront offers a unique accommodation, conferencing, shopping and dining
experience for business and leisure travellers alike. All tastes
are catered for in a variety of restaurants offering a wide selection of
culinary delights. Enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner for two complemented
by a bottle of the finest Cape wines. Each luxury bedroom has magnificent
views of either False Bay and the Simon’s Town yacht basin or the majestic
Simon’s Kloof mountains. Comfortably furnished for ultimate relaxation,
all rooms have en-suite bathrooms with separate bath and shower. Enjoy
a spectacular sunrise from the private balcony of your room and absorb
the breathtaking views across the bay. |
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| SIMON'S
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At
home with Marianella, Self-Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
'Come and experience the
peace and beauty of nature's best with us'. Fully equipped seafront
units, additional rooms, honeymoon suite and entire complex available on
request. The entire complex can accommodate up to 14 people if necessary.
Amazing mountain and sea views, secure parking, DSTV, playground equipment
for kids, ideal for rest and relaxation. The best of both worlds
- Quality accommodation at affordable prices!!! We don't believe in PEAK
season rates!!! Extended stay rates for 7 nights stay or more. Up
to 50% discount!!! As low as ZAR 150 per person per night!!! |
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Bayglen,
Self-Catering Home, SIMON'S TOWN
Perched
high on the mountainside, Bayglen allows you to enjoy the peace and tranquility
of Glencairn Valley along with stunning mountain and sea views. This
private entrance 'home-from-home' is a fully equipped self-catering accommodation
unit in bungalow-style with Satellite TV for your comfort and a double
futon sleeper couch available for small children. Only 5 minutes
from historical Simon's Town, this luxurious mountainside home is close
to all beaches, golf courses, scenic and whale-watching points. Both
the wine route and Cape Point are a mere 30 minutes drive away. |
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Castle
Rock, Self-Catering Sea Cottage, SIMON'S TOWN
On entering this 3-bedroomed
Sea Cottage, the overwhelming feeling is of light and space. Sea birds
wheel overhead, seals, otters and penguins play around in the rocks and
whales and dolphins come to calve in the safe haven of the bay right below
the terrace. Best of all, you don't have to sacrifice comfort for nature
in this peaceful cottage! Castle Rock’s tranquil, romantic, rejuvenating
and inspiring beauty is ideal for seaside holidays, honeymooners, nature
and aqua enthusiasts for long or short periods of time. Though Castle
Rock is self-catering and an oasis of privacy, it is maintained at all
times by a courteous and professional staff.  |
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Ocean
Residence, Self-Catering Villa, SIMON'S TOWN
We welcome you to stay in
our holiday home, in Simon's Town, South Africa, approximately 45 km from
the center of Cape Town. A free standing villa in Simon’s Town, with
a large open space living area, 39m2, with adjoining terrace of 45m2, overlooks
False Bay (Indian Ocean). Here, you can enjoy your holiday in a serene,
quiet atmosphere and complete privacy. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms,
fully equipped kitchen. An easy 5 min. stroll to Boulder Beach with
the penguins, diving spots or local golf club. 45 min drive to Cape
Town, airport, Stellenbosch Winelands. Daytrips to Hermanus and Cape
Agulhas. 6 hour drive to Garden Route. Free pick up from airport
possible. A place you always want to stay. |
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Plumbago
Villa Simon's Town, Self-Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
PLUMBAGO VILLA in Simon's
Town is a delightful cottage offering independent Self-Catering private
family accommodation situated at No.8 Jackson Road, Simon's Town, South
Africa. Fully equipped (including microwave and TV) At Plumbago is
well appointed with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious lounge/diningroom,
separate kitchen and lock-up garage. An enclosed protected north-facing
patio provides an outdoor braai/BBQ area and secure childrens play area.
Simon's Town , a naval and safe winter anchorage dating from the 1600's,
boasts many historic buildings and fascinating village walks. Several museums,
the yacht basin and the leisurely atmosphere of a seaside town, invites
closer attention. PLUMBAGO VILLA.......offers total freedom of lifestyle.
All of the Cape's main attractions are readily accessible from Simon's
Town, with the Cape Point Nature Reserve being just 15 minutes by car down
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Rocky
Beach Self Catering Apartment, SIMON'S TOWN
Situated in Simons Town.
This is a peaceful, fully equipped up-market self catering accomodation
which sleeps 2. The apartment has a open plan kitchen fitted with
a washing machine, dish washer, oven & hob, large fridge and Microwave.
Towels and linen are provided. Sit back on your own sheltered sunny
patio and secluded courtyard and enjoy the panoramic views of False Bay
and watch the yachts sail by and whales frolicking in the bay. There
is a secure remote controlled garage. We are close to all amenities and
walking distance the the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, Golf, Bowling and
Squash Courts. A short drive to Cape Point Nature Reserve, Wine & Ostrich
Farm. - See the Baboons on the way. |
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Simonsview,
Self Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
Simonsview offers versatile
accommodation, consisting of 3 private, self contained units, suitable
for couples or large groups of up to 14 people. Situated overlooking False
Bay, Simonsview boasts awesome sea and mountain views and is only a 5 minute
walk to the beach and tidal pools. Special rates are offered to large groups. |
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Sunbird
Cottage, Self Catering, SIMON'S TOWN
Nestled against the fynbos
of Swartkop in Simons Town, South Africa, overlooking False Bay, ten minutes
walk from the beach, Sunbird Self Catering is the ideal Holiday get away.
Direct access to the National Park from your back door means that you can
enjoy the hikes on the mountain, and if you need a swim to cool down, you
can stroll down to the beach. The area is secure and quiet with varied
birdlife and whales in the bay in season. The Cottage sleeps a total
of six people with a full bathroom downstairs and a guest toilet upstairs.
Children are welcome. |
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