About this property

Elegant Accommodations: St James Pool Cottage in St James offers a comfortable apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom. Guests enjoy sea views, a private pool, and a patio for relaxation. Modern Amenities: The apartment features free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with a stovetop, microwave, and electric kettle. Additional amenities include a barbecue, tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and wardrobe. Leisure Facilities: A swimming pool with a view provides relaxation, while the patio offers a perfect spot to unwind. Convenient Location: Located 17 mi from Cape Town International Airport, the property is a 5-minute walk from Danger Beach. Nearby attractions include Chapman's Peak (9.9 mi) and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (12 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)


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Tina
South Africa South Africa
The location was perfect, but just a heads-up: there are about 100 steps up to the parking area, which is the only access point to the unit. Alternatively, you can take roughly 200 steps down to reach the shops and restaurants below.
Lesley
South Africa South Africa
Beautiful location, quiet, fantastic views, secure. Accommodation tasteful, very comfortable.
Tanya
South Africa South Africa
Amazing cottage with everything you need, will definitely return
Edward
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good communication with the host/owner. Friendly cleaner! Fantastic views Great towns nearby,
Juanita
South Africa South Africa
I absolutely loved this place. The steps were mentioned everywhere but nobody added what the view is like from here. Stella is amazing!
Niall
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Perfect little space! Terrace and Pool are are a standout!! Hope the listing gains more reviews! Is well managed, clean and modern!

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Property info

Escape to this charming studio flat in Kalk Bay, perfectly nestled above the sea with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and wide expanse of the Indian Ocean. Ideal for couples or solo travellers, this tranquil retreat combines coastal beauty with convenience. Enjoy a private pool, a cozy patio, and easy access to nearby beaches and attractions. With nature at your doorstep, this getaway is perfect for relaxation and adventure. Private pool with stunning sea views Fully equipped kitchenette: microwave, 2-burner hot plate, fridge, kettle, and kitchenware Outdoor barbecue and cozy patio seating area Free Wi-Fi and comfortable lounge with sofa Modern bathroom with shower, separate toilet, hairdryer, and towels Convenient location: 800m from St James train station and 2.5km from Blue Bird Garage Food Market Nearby attractions: St James Beach and scenic walking trails Self-catering facilities for independence and convenience There is no parking for thus unit, it is on street parking only There are a lot of stairs, if steps are not for you then this unit may not be suitable. There are approximately 90 stairs from Boyes drive to the unit, and about 200 from the bottom (main road -to the unit) As this is a shared property (your space is entirely private) but there are other guests on site so we do ask that you respect quiet times from 10pm - 7am. Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form and sign & agree to our rental conditions.

Neighborhood info

A gem on the False Bay coastline, Kalk Bay is known for its raw beauty, interesting shops, vast selection of restaurants and stunning views. You could easily spend a full day in this little neighbourhood and still not be able to experience it all! Here’s a guide on what to do and where to go in Kalk Bay. Kalk Bay is a wonderful historical town that has been a place to visit since the 1800s. Visit the museums, harbor, walk the boardwalk from Kalk Bay to Muizenberg and swim in the many tidal pools along this stretch. Muizenberg know as ”Muizies” offers great family fun and learning to surf has become the most popular thing to do on this jam-packed beachfront. On the beachfront there are some great surf shops where you can rent paddleboards and surf boards as well as buy any beach goers necessities.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of St James Pool Cottage

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
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Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 1,000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about $61. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of ZAR 1,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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