Hello, I’m Vanessa. I’m so delighted you’re coming to stay at Oak Manor 🌿. A little about me… I’m so glad you asked 😉 I’m an actress by profession, which means I’m naturally vibrant, personable, and deeply attentive to the little details that make a space feel special. Creating beautiful, welcoming (and yes, sometimes a little quirky & fun) environments is something I genuinely love. I have a passion for design, so you may notice I can’t resist refining and refreshing the rooms from time to time. Always elevating the look, feel, and amenities to keep everything comfortable and considered. Having travelled extensively myself, I understand what truly matters when you’re away from home: ease, thoughtful touches, comfort, and a stay that feels seamless and memorable. Those experiences have shaped how I host. My goal is simple. I want you to arrive, exhale, and feel instantly at home. I live on the property, so I’m always nearby and available should you need anything. My team and I are hands-on and genuinely happy to assist. Whether it’s local recommendations, small requests, or simply ensuring everything runs smoothly. Hosting is something I take real pride in. It matters to me that every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and beautifully looked after. I look forward to welcoming you to Oak Manor 🌿 and helping make your Cape Town stay truly special.

Oak Manor 🌿 is a boutique guest house offering elegant contemporary self-catering studios designed for comfort and effortless stays. Set within a lush, leafy garden, the property centres around a large swimming pool and a welcoming outdoor entertainment space complete with a braai and pizza oven, perfect for relaxed afternoons and easy evenings under the Cape Town sky. Each studio is individually configured to suit different needs. Some feature king-size beds for a more indulgent, luxe feel, while others offer flexible sleeping arrangements including sofa beds, ideal for families or guests requiring additional space. One studio (Room 9) includes a small, enclosed terrace and is available for pet-friendly stays by prior arrangement only. Guests wishing to travel with pets are welcome to enquire specifically about this option. All rooms include practical kitchenettes for comfortable self-catering, and secure on-site parking is available for registered guests. As a host with a passion for interior design, I’m continually refining and elevating the look, feel, and amenities of the spaces to keep them fresh, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated. While centrally located on a vibrant, active route — offering excellent accessibility — once inside the property, guests can enjoy the garden setting, open space, and mountain views that give Oak Manor 🌿 its distinctive character. Because I live on the property, there is a genuine sense of care behind the experience. This is not a hands-off stay, it’s a space that is personally overseen and intentionally maintained. Oak Manor 🌿 blends boutique style with flexibility and ease, offering a stay that is comfortable, adaptable, and beautifully positioned.

Why guests love Newlands: • At the foot of Table Mountain • Next door to Newlands Cricket Ground & Stadium • Adjacent to Kelvin Grove Country Club • Minutes from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden • 15 minutes to the V&A Waterfront • 15 minutes to Constantia’s renowned wine farms • Close to top Southern Suburbs schools (SACS, Sans Souci, Groote Schuur) • Surrounded by cafés, restaurants & boutique shops Newlands is one of Cape Town’s most established and upmarket suburbs, nestled in the lush Southern Suburbs at the foot of Table Mountain. Thanks to its high winter rainfall, it’s one of the greenest parts of the city — giving the area its distinctive leafy character and mountain-fed freshness. Guests love the balance of natural beauty, heritage charm, and convenience. The suburb is home to some of South Africa’s most respected schools, including South African College Schools (SACS) — the oldest school in the country — as well as Groote Schuur High School and Sans Souci Girls’ High School. It’s a popular base for visiting families attending sports fixtures, concerts, and school events. Newlands is internationally recognised for its iconic sporting venues, bringing vibrant energy to the area during major matches and events. Historically, it was also the original home of Ohlsson’s Cape Breweries. The nearby Josephine Mill — once powered by a water wheel to grind grain — still stands today as a national monument, adding to the suburb’s rich character. Newlands Village offers a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, with charming cafés, restaurants, and local shops just moments away. Established. Green. Iconic. A neighbourhood that blends heritage, sport, education, wine country access, and mountain beauty — all in one exceptional setting.