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Eclectic Comfort with Endless Views on Clifton Beachfront
Enjoy spectacular sunsets and ocean views in this modern apartment with all the creature comforts. Located in the landmark "The Clifton" on Second Beach, this apartment was recently renovated and decorated with a classic touch. Main bedroom with King size bed. Second room with Queen size bed. Steam shower and bath facility. Modern fully equipped kitchen, open plan with large counter and 6 bar chairs. Lounge with large couch and 5 lounge chairs. exclusive use of apartment on second floor of the building. Host will provide contact details on arrival "The Clifton" apartment building is located on the ocean side of Victoria Road right on Clifton 2nd Beach. Beach access is right next to the building with about 120 steps to the beach. Clifton suburb only consist of residential properties, no shops. Parking bay on premises included. Local Taxis and Uber taxis available at short notice. Parking bay included

3 Bed Penthouse / No Loadshedding / Infinity Pool
LPOH Villas presents: Stunning, luxurious, modern three bedroomed penthouse apartment with infinity pool views of the Mountains and Ocean. Inverter as electrical back up system for Wi-Fi and TV. The apartment has direct elevator access, a private Terrance and a glass rim-flow plunge pool. ★„ We had a perfect time in this beautiful apartment...” ☞ Infinity Pool ☞ Inverter as electrical back up system for Wi-Fi and TV ☞ 2 min walking distance to bali bay beach and 5 min walk to bakoven beach

Villa Claybrook - Sun. Sea. Serenity.
Rich interiors embody a marriage of afro-chic, modern living and a timeless bygone era. Classic and luxurious décor throughout, this 4 bedroom villa with unsurpassed sea views makes this an invigorating space to unwind, recharge and soak up the leisurely lifestyle. An unusual make-up of 3 lodgings on one property, directly above the legendary Glen Beach in Camps Bay, are all for your exclusive enjoyment. A stay at Camps Bays Villa Claybrook is a supreme seaside experience - see for yourself!

Cape Point Mountain Getaway - Cottage
This is one of Cape Town's environmental and historic treasures. It is a candle-lit hideaway with stunning views of mountain and sea. The Cottage is completely off grid, with fresh water coming off the mountain and energy from the sun. The cottage is built from local materials - stone walls, reed ceilings, blue gum supports. There are glass doors and windows throughout the cottage. The cottage has a beautiful open-plan bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom includes a tub, a toilet and a basin.

Hillandale Hideaway - a modern cabin near Plett
The Hideaway at Hillandale is a modern and totally off grid cabin tucked away in the forest with complete privacy and spectacular forest and mountain views! Enjoy amazing birdlife, tranquility and beautiful walks. Feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, but only 5 minutes to stunning beaches, 10 minutes from Plett , the Crags, Plett Winelands and a host of amazing wildlife places! With so much to keep you busy locally, it is a treat to come back to the Hideaway and feel away from it all!

Seaside Mountain Retreat in Misty Cliffs w/ Sauna
Seaside mountain retreat in exclusive Misty Cliffs nature reserve with endless views, pool and large fynbos garden with private path down to the beach. This architect designed wooden bungalow is perfect for exploring Cape Point and the Southern Peninsula or just switching off and relaxing in the verdant immersion of a conservation village. Featuring 2 large en-suite bedrooms as well as a cosy loft and additional bunkbeds for the kids. The house is just 45 minutes from Cape Town city centre.

Family Friendly Bantry Bay Beauty
Wake up to the ocean on your doorstep by choosing to stay at our wind-free Bantry Bay apartment, on the Atlantic strip - which includes neighboring Clifton and Camps Bay one of Africa’s most privileged positions. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from this flat with its big sliding windows and American shutters for great security. Smart TV's in the lounge and main bedroom with internet connection. Guests can log on to their own Netflix or cable accounts. Single lockup garage with automated door.

Villa Marguerite. (Solar Power)
Beautiful Californian style beach house over looking the Indian Ocean. Watch the dolphins play every morning from the comfort of the house or pool area or take a 5 minute walk down the private beach path leading you to a secluded quiet beach if you fancy a swim or relax on the beach. The main en-suite bedroom is on the upper level, two bedrooms on the lower level and two more on the mezzanine level. Perfect for families or friends looking for a relaxing holiday getaway.

River House - Luxury Cabin -Private Beach access
🪷The Riverhouse is where luxury meets raw nature. Set in Ballots Bay’s untouched reserve, it offers designer comfort, forest views, river sounds, and private beach access. Hike, fish, relax, and reconnect. This peaceful escape is remote, so come prepared—shops are a drive away. Perfect for couples and families seeking serenity and style. As E.M. Forster said, “What is the good of your stars... if they do not enter into our daily lives?” Let them in—book your stay.🪷

Scarborough Loft
The Scarborough Loft is a stylish, light-filled self-catering apartment with breathtaking sea and mountain views. Ideal for a couple and one child, it features a queen bed and a cozy 3/4 bed in a den. The kitchen is fully equipped with Smeg and Siemens appliances, plus fiber internet and backup battery. Enjoy two balconies—one facing the ocean, the other the mountains, with stunning views throughout. Beaches, restaurants, and hiking trails are all within a short walk.

Clifton Sands F1 Valhalla 1st Beach Apartment
CLIFTON BEACHFRONT LIVING Nestled between the cliffside and the soft sands of Clifton 1st Beach, this immaculate 2-bedroom apartment blends style and natural beauty. Uniquely sheltered from Cape Town’s winds, Clifton 1st offers a calm, exclusive beach experience and is one of South Africa’s rare Blue Flag beaches. With direct private beach access, ocean views, and a serene coastal design, it’s the perfect escape for couples, families, or business travelers.

Cliff Top Houses no 8 - Endless sea & forest views
Cliff Top Houses are situated in a protected nature reserve perched high on the cliffs and surrounded by forest, fynbos and ocean. These secret hideaways are for those seeking peace, tranquility and that special magic. “The Bee’s Knees” is our spectacular newest secret escape sleeping 4 adults. Situated directly on the cliff edge, enjoy magnificent ocean views, waves crashing on the rocks below and whales so close you can touch them.
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