About this property

Beachfront Living: Penguin's at Sea in Grotto Bay offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views, a sun terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Spa and Leisure: The holiday home features spa facilities, a hot tub, and an indoor play area. Additional amenities include a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor fireplace, ensuring relaxation and entertainment. Comfort and Convenience: Penguin's at Sea provides free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. The property offers private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, and free on-site parking. Local Attractions: Grotto Bay Private Nature Reserve is a 5-minute walk away. Cape Town International Airport is 42 mi from the property. Nearby activities include fishing, hiking, cycling, and snorkeling.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Wayde
South Africa South Africa
Everything, the house was perfect. It came with everything from wood to milk and games galore as well as blow ups for the pool.
Angelique
South Africa South Africa
The property was incredible, so many beautiful touches that made it feel like a home away from home. The space was beautifully decorated with fantastic amenities and so close to the beach. Grotto Bay was just gorgeous and will absolutely be coming...
Stef
South Africa South Africa
Very comfortable stay for my family , well equipped and loads of entertainment to keep us and my teenage sons happy - from the pool table to the dart board . Enjoyed the hot tub too (once I managed to get the temperature right ) .
Jennifer
South Africa South Africa
House spacious, many kitchen facilities, thoughtful gifts of wine and rusks, beautiful outdoor setting.
Jp
South Africa South Africa
Everything. Probably one of the best houses we’ve stayed at with a group of friends. The house caters to all needs ie pool, hot tub, pool table , table tennis. The kitchen was also stocked with spices, teas, coffees etc. Melissa was also the...
Barry
South Africa South Africa
Well equipped, clean with a personal touch. Owners are friendly and they walk the extra mile to make us feel at home.
Bernadette
South Africa South Africa
Everything was perfect! House was exceptionally well equipped with everything your could possibly need
Mariam
South Africa South Africa
This house has everything you need for a great family holiday. The owners have thought of everything to make the stay comfortable. I felt spoilt with an ice machine, hot tub and misting fan. We spent family time enjoying the pool, table tennis and...
Heidi
South Africa South Africa
Very comfy and relaxing home in a spectacular setting. A wonderful host, I would highly recommend this getaway.
Botha
South Africa South Africa
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What an absolutely amazing getaway! From the moment I saw the advert on Booking.com, I knew this would be the perfect place to bring my teachers for some well-deserved rest and relaxation after a hard year. The house, the view, and the...

Hosted by Wynand & Melissa

9.7
Host Review Score
Wynand & Melissa
This open-plan beach house is located on a private nature reserve and beach eith pool and hot tub on the West Coast. Just a 45 minute drive from Cape Town. Here guests can explore a series of walking trails, visit the local beaches, as well as enjoy bird and whale watching, all within a 5 minute walking distance from their accommodation. There is also various entertainment, pool table, table tennis and dart board. There are also a variety of attractions and popular restaurants to choose from in the surrounding areas.
This beach house is situated on a private nature reserve with private beach making it an ideal location for people wanting to recharge from busy city life. 70kms from Cape Town, Grotto Bay is surrounded by a variety of attractions & popular restaurants. Across the road we have Groote Post a very nice wine farm & restaurant. West Coast National Park is just a 30 min drive away is well known for its breathtaking spring flowers between Aug. & Sept. Darling Brew is a sought after craft brewery offering beer tastings in their taproom, a kitchen that serves casual South African cuisine with outdoor beer garden, 30 min drive from Grotto Bay. Yzerfontein only 20 min away. Damhuis is a local restaura very popular for their fresh seafood located in Melkbosstrand only a 20 min drive away. We have a pool table, tennis table and dart board. We have a garden with different herbs & veggies which our guests can enjoy & eat from. Pottery available on request. Pizza oven available on request. We have a picnic basket, umbrella, beach chairs for our guests to use. Swimming pool is warm not heated with pool floaters for your use. We have a hot tub with firewood and firelighters supplied by us for your pleasure. Fishing & equipment available on request must apply for permit online
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Penguin's at Sea

Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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