Ideally situated...
A two minute walk from the houses takes you to the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on the slopes of Table Mountain. A two hour walk from the house would take you to the summit of the mountain. Nature lovers would be hard pressed to find a better place from which to explore the beauty of South Africa's natural flora.
The nearest beach is the picturesque fishing village of Hout Bay which is a 15 minute drive away. Cape Town and its Waterfront, and the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, are also only a 15 minute drive away. The variety of cultivars now being grown in the Constantia Valley will not disappoint the most serious of quaffers. Most famous of these is the Vin de Constance served by Louis XIV at the Palace of Versailles and also enjoyed by Napoleon whilst in exile on the Island of St Helena.
Golf courses, tennis, bowls and fitness clubs are nearby. Not only has Constantia always been famous for its wines, there are also a number of excellent eateries within a short drive of Klein Bosheuwel.
Nearby attractions
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - A World Heritage Site
These spectacular Gardens are less than 2 minute's walk away. Enjoy leisurely walks and possibly a summer's Sunday evening concert under the majestic granite peaks.
Constantia Winelands
Ideally situated for touring the Constantia Winelands. Effortlessly close to well-known wine estates like Uitsig, La Colombe restaurant and Buitenverwagting.
Greenpoint Stadium - 2010 FIFA World Cup Venue
20 minutes away is the spectacular new Greenpoint Stadium which will serve host to 68 000 football fans during the 2010 World Cup.
Newlands Rugby and Cricket Stadiums
Newlands Rugby Stadium is the headquarters of the Vodacom Western Province rugby team and host to local and international football and rugby matches. The ground has a capacity of 48 000 and is world renowned for its electric and intimidating atmosphere.
Around the corner is Sahara Park Newlands, home of Western Province Cricket, which been described by many as one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world.
University of Cape Town
A 10-minute drive away on the slopes of Devil's Peak is the oldest university in South Africa. Klein Bosheuwel offers perfect accommodation for visiting staff, parents or attending Summer School. Visiting lecturers and other academics have an easy run through to the campus.
Hospitals
Red Cross Children’s Hospital, Groote Schuur, Constantiaberg, Newlands Surgical, Claremont Surgical, Vincent Pallotti Hospital and 2 Military Hospital Wynberg are all within driving distance of the guest house.
How to find us...
GPS co-ordinates: S33 59'38.7" E018 25'59.6"
From Cape Town International Airport
Take N2 to Cape Town. As you approach the mountainside, take the M3 Turn-off to Muizenberg.
Travel 4km to first set of traffic lights and turn right onto M63/Rhodes Ave. to Kirstenbosch/Hout Bay.
After 1.7 km you will pass a small stone church (Church of the Good Shepherd) on your left, and immediately afterwards the main entrance to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on your right (big lawns).
Carry on up the hill to the T-junction and turn right towards the mountainside.After 400m the road bends left, and immediately after the pedestrian crossing turn sharp left into Klaassens Road.
300m along on your right is the entrance to 51A Klein Bosheuwel (immediately after Ridge Walk).
From Cape Town V&A Waterfront
Follow signboards to Muizenberg / S.Suburbs / Airport N2.
As you near 'Hospital Bend' - a sharp turn downhill to the left where the freeway divides - take the right-hand lanes signposted 'Muizenberg M3' (the left-hand lanes are for N2/Airport).
