Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden

1 bedroomSleeps 270 sq m

Check out the area

Cape Town, WC

Fish Hoek Beach16 min drive
Kalk Bay Beach16 min drive
Boulders Beach22 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Spectacular Beach and Ocean View
Open plan cottage with 1 ensuite bedroom. Outside barbecue and spacious deck with outside seating and living area. Whale watching in whale season from your veranda.
Uitsig Cottage is situated in a 'fynbos' indigenous garden bordering 'Table Mountain National Park'
Easy, short walk to Glen Cairn beach and tidal pool, supermarket, restaurants and train station.

The Historic Naval town of Simonstown is 5 kms away by car, where you can swim with the Penguins at Boulders, boat trips or browse in the unique shops in town.
Visit the Fishing village of Kalk Bay, with its active fish market and great restaurants.
There are 2 Golf courses with in 10 km, go horse riding on Noordhoek beach or learn to dive and surf.
Glencairn has its own wetland, for birds lovers and there are hiking trails in the mountains.
Alternatively simply relax on your veranda or by the pool, enjoying the sound of the waves and the sea.
Transfers are easily arranged as well as Uber that's active in our area.
GERMAN, ENGLISH AND DUTCH SPOKEN

Free Wifi
Safe Parking
Swimming Pool

Property manager

Yvonne Ankerman and Helmo van der Schyff

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Sea view

Fireplace

Main bedroom with double french doors to garden

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside on the patio.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape Town

This cottage is located in Cape Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, and is in the mountains and on a river. Simon's Town Museum and Warrior Toy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Learn 2 Surf Cape Town and Bishopsford Bonsai Nursery. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Arderne Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.

Cape Town, WC

What's nearby

Chapmans Peak - 14 min drive
Fish Hoek Beach - 16 min drive
Kalk Bay Beach - 16 min drive
Boulders Beach - 22 min drive
Muizenberg Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

Glencairn Station - 16 min walk
Cape Town Station - 32 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

Harbour House - 7 min drive
Cattle Baron - 3 min drive
Blended - 15 min walk
Dixie's - 18 min walk
Stag Manufacturing - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage with wonderful sea views and indigenous, 'fynbos' garden located?

Located in Cape Peninsula, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Table Mountain National Park. Fish Hoek Beach and Simon's Town Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). Glencairn Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

18 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uitsig the cottage that lives up to its name

We enjoyed our stay at Uitsig Cottage on the hillside of Glenridge Heights. The compact and homely cottage met all our needs. Everything from the panoramic views of False bay, the mountains and the beach with the train rattling along the edge, to the large fynbos garden are delightful. We certainly recommend this accommodation and would love to stay again if we come back to South Africa

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

gail B.

12 Feb 2017

Fantastic

We stayed here for a month and found the cottage to be very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The views are stunning from both inside and outside the property. Yvonne and Helmo are great hosts and have a vast knowldge of the area. We would have no hesitation in recommending a stay here.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carl E., Seattle

25 Apr 2015

Excellent hosts and location

After moving 'camp' 6 previous times starting in Durban, this was the perfect place to land for our longest (9 days) and final temporary home in South Africa. Yvonne is a fantastic host (Helmut was out guiding at the time). She is also a talented artist and the painting we brought back with us keeps South African memories going. As for the cottage, it's perfect for a couple. Kitchen, bath, bed, bedding, lighting, cleanliness, all great! The fynbos garden is awesome around the house. We did not want to stay in central Cape Town, and I don't think you can do better than this location if you are of the same opinion. We drove everywhere, although there is a train station into Cape Town nearby. You can go south to Simon's Town and to the end of the Cape Peninsula easily without bad traffic. Time it right and you can drive into central Cape Town in 30 min. Around 8:30 it took about 45 min. Better yet, take the Chapman's Peak route in and enjoy one of the most stunning drives in the world between this cottage and Cape Town and it takes about 45 min. As for the view, well, I have been fortunate to stay in quite a few view locations. This view is not to be taken lightly, it is stunning! Especially the change in light from sunrise to sunset. We hope to do the long trip from our corner of the world and stay again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John T.

15 Mar 2015

Perfection!

It is difficult to add to a full set of 5*s, but Uitsig Cottage truly IS outstanding! Yvonne and Helmo are perfect hosts and maintain the highest of standards in a breathtaking location. It is modern, spotlessly clean and everything you could possibly need is provided. Apart from an occasional foray for provisions, you could spend your entire time blissfully relaxing whilst overlooking the stupendous view. I know Glencairn Heights well, I only wish I had discovered Uitsig Cottage years ago. It is ideally situated to explore the many attractions of the Table Mountain National Park, from Cape Town itself all the way down the Peninsula to Cape Point. Beautiful scenery, a unique ecosystem, great and well marked hikes, fascinating history, fantastic restaurants, outstanding wines, even a nature reserve in the vlei below the cottage and much, much more are all there to explore. For those who do not know the area, in the cottage there is a comprehensive library of guides and suggestions for places to eat, visit and experience, and Yvonne & Helmo are a mine of information and helpful suggestions. If you need help or advice, they are always available to assist but if, like Garbo, you want to be alone, you will be! As an alternative to rushing about seeing amazing sights, you can do what I did – chill! Yes, just a few hikes, a little light photography, an occasional delicious meal out, but predominantly three weeks of the ultimate in relaxation on the deck at Uitsig – it means ‘view’, and boy what a view!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

21 Feb 2014

Fabulous

My wife and I have just returned from a fabulous 2 week stay in Uitsig Cottage The cottage is ideal for 2 people, clean, comfortable, peaceful with everything you need, and that view !! The hospitality of Yvonne and Helmo was enjoyed and much appreciated. There is so much to see and do in and around the Cape, our 2 weeks hardly seemed long enough. Ideally located for Cape Town and surrounds, always nice to return to Glencairn and Uitsig after the days adventures. If you are looking for a lazy day on the beach, there are spectacular white sand beaches, virtually around every corner. We have nothing but good things at say about our stay at Uitsig Cottage, absolutely loved Cape Town and South Africa. Fantastic holiday.

About the host

Hosted by Yvonne Ankerman and Helmo van der Schyff

With 20 years experience, in the Tourism industry, we are in a unique position to advise and help with any of your traveling and Safari requirements.
Yvonne is a 'professional' Artist, working from her studio on the property and on Expedition ships.
Helmo prepares and facilitates tailor made tours in Southern Africa. All guests are very welcome to view the studio gallery at any time. We are English, German, Dutch and Afrikaans speaking

Why they chose this property

Uitsig Cottage is situated in one of the most scenic and tranquil regions of Cape Town. If you enjoy nature, but still want to be close to the city, this is the place for you.
Easy access to the wine lands and beach and ideal to use as your base, while viewing the attractions of The Cape.

What makes this property unique

The view has to be seen to be believed and it really is better than the photos can portray.
Watch the sea birds, seals, whales, sailing yachts, wind surfers, submarines and battle ships go by, from the comfort of the Uitsig cottage lounge or veranda.
Set in the Cape Peninsular, there are endless mountain and sea views, with new beaches around every corner.

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