*Power back-up during load shedding (security system: alarms and cameras, pool, gate, wifi, tv/decoder, lights, etc) EXCEPT FOR AIR CONDITIONERS.
*Our water is collected from the mountain and treated. It is of high quality (tested regularly) and drinkable from the tap.
*Not for venues, film or photo shootings. Access strictly limited to the cottage & its grounds (see photos).
Part of a stunning and high security 2 acres villa (CCTV cameras with movement detection, short distance and long distance beams, 2 armed response companies, evening patrol) set at the foot of the densely forested eastern slopes of Table Mountain, The Little Guinea Fowl cottage offers luxurious accommodation for the discerning travelers.
This charming and self contained cottage is elegantly appointed. It comprises:
- a private access with automated gate and secure off street parking,
- a conservatory entrance,
- 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 en suite, 1 with bath and 2 with shower.
- an open plan dining room living area with a Smart TV (full satellite DSTV bouquet) and a DVD player,
- a fully equipped kitchen
- a small private garden and patio with barbeque/braai facilities
- a 12mx4m heated pool with electric hard cover for security purpose and to keep the pool warm
All rooms and living areas have air conditioning and heaters.
For more relaxing and luxurious holidays we offer:
- a daily housekeeping service with the exception of week-ends & public holidays. The rooms are serviced with quality cotton linen and towels are provided including pool towels
- baby cot and high chair (available on request)
- basic ingredients in the kitchen: salt, pepper, assorted teas, sugar.
- initial grocery and Nespresso capsules stock-up service on request, guest pay till receipt
The villa (Maison Blanche) is located in the select upper Constantia, opposite to the Cecelia forest, less than 2km away from the world famous Kirstenbosch garden (only 2mn to get to the entrance on Rhodes drive side). Nature lovers will enjoy the kilometers of unspoiled hiking trails directly from your front door.
Alternatively visit 6 leading wine estates all within a 10 minutes drive from the property: Beau Constantia, Constantia Glen, Groot Constantia, Eagle Nest, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting. For gourmet food lovers, 4 of South Africa's best rated gourmet restaurants are within a 5 minutes drive: La Colombe (rated best restaurant in Africa in 2021), Beyond at Buitenverwachting, Chef Warehouse at Beau Constantia and the Foxcroft.
The location is also perfect for the exploration of Cape Town and its surrounding areas: only 10mn to Hout bay and its beaches, 20 minutes to the vibrant V&A Waterfront and Camps Bay, 30mn to Boulders beach and its penguins and 50mn to Cape point/Cape of Good Hope, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek or Paarl