| Muizenberg
is a beach-side suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. It is situated where
the shore of the Cape Peninsula curves round to the east on the False Bay
coast. It is considered to be the birthplace of surfing in South Africa
and it is home to the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences.
In terms of history, the village has several special features, including
Het Posthuys (the Post House), Rhodes' Cottage and the site of the Battle
of Muizenberg. Rhodes' Cottage is a small house on the seafront that
Cecil John Rhodes bought as a holiday cottage and this was where he died
in 1902. |
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preserved as a museum dedicated to Rhodes' life and is open to the public.
Het Posthuys is one of the oldest buildings in South Africa, dating to
circa 1742. It was built by the Dutch East India Company (Vereenigde Ost-Indische
Compagne or VOC) as a toll-house to levy a tax on farmers passing by to
sell their produce to ships lying in Simon's Bay. One of the early postholders
was Sergeant Muys (probably meaning "mouse"), from whom Muizenberg (formerly
Muysenbergh and probably Muys Zijn Bergh (Mouse, his mountain) before that)
gets its name. After a varied career as a police station, stables, brothel,
hotel and private house the building was identified for what it was in
the 1980's and restored with funds from Anglo American Corporation. The
house is cared for by the Muizenberg Historical Conservation Society and
contains a small collection of photos and items of interest relating to
early days in Muizenberg. It is open to the public. |
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Seaview
Cottage, Self-Catering Home, MUIZENBERG
Nestled
up on the mountain, only 50 meters above the beach, this designer cottage
boasts an uninterrupted sweeping sea view over False Bay. Seaview Cottage
features a double bed for two people with an en-suite bathroom and is fitted
in a unique artistic style. While enjoying the outstanding view of the
ocean, you can prepare your meals in the simple but well equipped kitchenette
or relax on the private patio and Fynbos garden. It is an ideal hub from
which to engage in a myriad of activities without need of a car. Within
2 minutes walking you can reach the beach for swimming surfing and other
water sports, the mountain for hiking and biking, the village and promenade
for delis, restaurants, banks, post and a diversity of interesting shops
as well as night live with theaters and live music bars. In the morning,
simply open your eyes and watch the sunrise over the sea from your bed. |
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| Noordhoek
is a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, located below Chapman's Peak on
the west coast of the Cape Peninsula, approximately thirty-five kilometres
to the south of the city itself. The name "Noordhoek" was taken from Dutch
and literally means "north corner". It is best-known for its picturesque
shoreline and its long, wide, sandy beach, which stretches south to the
neighbouring village of Kommetjie. Near the southern end of this beach
is the wreck of the steamship "Kakapo", which ran aground about a century
ago when the captain mistook Chapmans' Peak for the Cape of Good Hope and
put the helm over to port. |
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Afton
Grove Country Retreat, Guesthouse/Self-Catering, NOORDHOEK
Be
treated to hospitality in this tranquil haven in rural Noordhoek, with
all Cape Town’s attractions accessible within 30 minutes. 10 garden cottages
and a honeymoon suite surround a peaceful two acre lawned garden, with
restful calm and bird song beckoning you to breakfast. Mature shady trees
and a swimming pool invite relaxation. This country retreat is perfectly
suited to avid bird watchers and anyone with a passion for nature, fresh
air and open spaces. The garden list boasts over 100 bird species identified
over the past 25 years. A wetland birding site is within easy walking distance
from the property. Relaxation comes naturally to those who stay in this
friendly environment. |
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Enchanted
Garden Guest Chalet, Self-Catering, NOORDHOEK
The chalet and cottage is
situated on a 2 acre property in Noordhoek. Noordhoek has a delightful
village atmosphere; the ambience is tranquil and serene, with plenty of
wide open spaces, unspoilt beaches and breathtaking scenery. Despite its
country atmosphere, a journey to Cape Town only takes about 30 minutes.
The chalet and cottage borders on pristine nature reserve, and every evening
you can view guinea fowl, geese, ducks and hens. It is common to observe
black eagles, hawks and owls surveying their prey. You will also find yourself
in the company of miniature horses, rabbits, tortoises, dog and a koi and
goldfish pond. |
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Horizon
Holiday Cottages, Self-Catering, NOORDHOEK
Horizon
Holiday Cottages, Noordhoek, Cape Town offers affordable self catering
family Cottages and Cabanas located in a tranquil countryside suburb of
Cape Town and its attractions for a memorable holiday. Enjoy a colourful,
rural village ambience in Cape Town’s best kept secret destination. We
are ideally situated for all the attractions of the Peninsula and the Cape
Point route and a popular stay over for guests of weddings at Monkey Valley.  |
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Tranquility
Cottage, Self-Catering Home, NOORDHOEK
Down
a country lane in the heart of rural Noordhoek, you will find Tranquility
Cottage nestled amongst the trees. The freestanding cottage offers private,relaxed,
comfortable and luxurious accommodation for those who enjoy open spaces
and beautiful night skies. The cottage consists of a main bedroom
with a queen-sized bed and white percale linen, a lounge with a double
sleeper couch, full satellite TV, DVD and CD hi-fi The kitchen is open
plan and fully equipped for self catering with a gas stove, microwave,
full-sized fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster and all the appliances that
may be required. The bathroom has a bath, toilet and basin and there is
a bamboo enclosed hot water shower in the garden.A deck with hammock, table
and chairs, braai facility and fully enclosed garden complete the picture
for a relaxing and peaceful holiday. |
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Two
Potomac Place, Luxury Self-Catering Villa, NOORDHOEK
This
newly built double story Tuscan Family home stands proudly on an elevated
acre overlooking the entire Noordhoek valley, across the Cape Peninsula
Nature Reserve from Chapman's Peak on the right through to Kommetjie and
The Lakes on the left. Superb sea views and dreamy sun sets - in short
- s t u n n i n g ! Peace and quiet are the order of the day with Eagles,
Guinea Fowls and Geese roaming the area. The indoor / outdoor flow
of this luxury villa is ideal with the Lounge, 8 seater Dining room, TV
room with Plasma screen, DSTV, DVD and surround sound, large gourmet kitchen
and play room all having direct access to the covered patio and lawned
gardens with large heated swimming pool, heated kids plunge pool and entertainment
pool room with bar and built in gas and wood BBQ. |
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