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Aboyne Cottage—Peaceful Oasis in Quiet Cul-De-Sac
Pluck lemons from the tree and pick herbs from the planters for use in a tasty dish to enjoy in the cool and shaded courtyard. The bright and airy cottage interior has high vaulted ceilings, together with a selection of books and magazines to read to enjoy in the bed made up with 400TC luxury linen. Battery backed up Wi-Fi and additional lights for surviving load shedding. No smoking allowed on property. Guests have own cottage with a private, shady courtyard. Herbs in planters in courtyard and dart board are available for guests to use as well as lemons on own lemon tree. We're an international family consisting of a South African, a New Zealander and a Norwegian. One of us will always be available on our phones and we're happy to chat and share a G&T on our porch if our guests are up for it! This guesthouse is in a quiet neighbourhood, about 15 minutes by car from town and near to vibrant Harfield. Closer still, the village offers a farm stall, butchery, and supermarket within a short walk, plus coffee shops and lots of restaurants. We always recommend uber for short term stays in Cape Town but there is an off-street sheltered parking available if needs be. 10 minute walk to Kenilworth train station and 2 minute walk from Main Road with frequent taxi buses in both directions. Servicing of cottage and laundry can be done on request. Continental breakfast can be provided on request.

Spacious Contemporary Urban Studio in Rosebank
Relax in this self-contained, contemporary, spacious, urban studio apartment. With its own private entrance and off-street parking it has space for both relaxing and working. Thorough cleaning and protocols between quests to ensure your safety. Spacious flatlet with bright contemporary feel, own entrance, access to courtyard, en suite bathroom with shower, equipped kitchen, TV, working space for laptop and secure off-street parking. Use of patio and pool. Access to washing machine, pool and patio Available to assist with any queries. This quiet neighbourhood has a view of Table Mountain and is an easy walk from the Village Green, Rondebosch Common and some great restaurants. It's also a short ride from the airport and UCT, and conveniently located for all local attractions. Of street parking but also convenient to get around with Uber. Guests are requested to conserve water due to current water restrictions

1Forest | Lovely accomm with Solar (Unit 1 of 5)
We have recently added Solar Power to the establishment, going green and having almost no reliance on Eskom :-) We also have 5 stage filtered water supply. Lovely room (3 other similar rooms) with en-suite bathrooms, and large comfortable beds. Quiet and central neighbourhood, not far from the bustle of downtown Cape Town, and many of the fantastic Cape Town sights. *10 mins from CT Airport ($6 Uber) *12 mins from Kirstenbosch *15 mins from Cape Town V&A TV including Netflix & Disney plus.

Stylish apartment near the beach
Located 3 minutes walk from the beach, this light, bright and airy 1 bedroom apartment is the perfect blend of ocean side bliss and upmarket luxury. Featuring a patio leading onto an expansive sundeck, sliding doors in the living area and large bay windows in the bedroom, the apartment is flooded with natural light and fresh air. Paired with the neutral aesthetic, open plan living area, tasteful finishes and convenient appliances, settling into your beach side holiday is easy when staying here.

Private, upmarket cottage with outside braai
Welcome to our warm AirBnb in Old Pinelands! Walking distance to local amenities, easy access to highways, 12km from CPT Airport, 10km from Cape Town CBD, 8km from Century City, and less than 2km from Old Mutual. One of the best features is a separate entrance, which gives you the privacy you need to unwind after a long day of exploring. We're proud to be solar equipped, so you won't have to worry about load shedding impacting your day-to-day. Free 100mb Fibre WiFi upon arrival. Book now!

Amazing Space
The apartment is large, sunny, surrounded by trees, has a big balcony with views of city and mountain. 1 double room. A comfortable home with couches, books, and fibre wifi. The kitchen has gas stove, fridge and washing machine. The location is suburban but close to town, a few blocks to bus stops, trendy restaurants, parks, coffee shops. Fireplace in winter and/ or gas heater for R20 extra per day. I live downstairs, but privacy is yours. If you are bringing pets please discuss before arrival.

Spacious Loft in Observatory Safe+Parking
This spacious and Airy loft apartment,is ideally located in the heart of trendy Observatory that is the perfect base for exploring Cape Town and the wonderful surrounds. THE APARTMENT IS FITTED WITH RECHARGEABLE lights and WiFi routers with a UPS to ensure CONTINUOUS WIFI SUPPLY for those wishing to conduct their BUSINESS/WORK UNINTERRUPTED. Open-plan living area and newly refurbished kitchen and easy to settle-in comfort. 5 minutes walk away from convenience stores, restaurants and pubs.

Quaint garden guest suite near middle campus UCT
The apartment has a fantastic location situated a mere 400m below UCT, it is ideal for visitors to UCT and Cape Town looking for a central location. Baxter theatre and Rustenberg Junior very close proximity. Private entrance, off street parking, the apartment has a sunny bedroom with two three-quarter beds, modern bathroom and a living room/ kitchen area, that makes for an extremely comfortable short or long stay. A short walk down to main road with various restaurants, shops, bus routes.

Sunny & spacious home in hip neighborhood
Bright and spacious Victorian cottage in lively Observatory, Cape Town, featuring tropical gardens and a large modern bathroom. Enjoy cosy fireplaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and secure off-street parking. Just a 10-minute drive to the City Centre, with easy access to public transport. Walk to popular shops, restaurants, and bars that make this suburb so special. Perfect for guests seeking charm, comfort, and convenience in a unique location.

Central stay - secure parking, 5 min to mall/eats
Enjoy a peaceful and centrally located stay in Claremont. Perfect for couples or professionals, this cozy space is within walking distance of restaurants, grocery stores, and Cavendish Square mall. It features a private courtyard, secure parking, fast WiFi, TV, and an en-suite bathroom. Whether you’re here for work or leisure, this spot offers comfort and convenience in a quiet setting while keeping you close to everything you need.

Beautiful Garden Cottage in Pinelands
Our cottage is a beautiful freestanding garden cottage at the back of our family home. You’ll love our place because of the tranquility and privacy. Glass doors open up onto a beautiful quiet back garden and there is secure parking on site. Being only 2.5km's from Old Mutual, 3km's from Vincent Pallotti and 12km's from Cape Town International Airport my place is great for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers alike.

Experience Woodstock from Industrial Loft Apartment
You will love being in this generous space - a great mix of old factory steel and concrete, beautifully worked over with well considered design and finishes. Incredible views over both the City and Mountains are framed by floor to ceiling windows. UPS battery installed that powers WIFI during load shedding times + some lights and a gas hob.
Popular amenities for Observatory family-friendly rentals
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Grace Place Guest Suite

Tranquil Gem in the Golden Mile Rondebosch.

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Amazing Cape Town Flat - Beautiful, SAFE, Central

Mountain Magic Garden Suites

cozy garden cottage in Upper Woodstock with pool

Stone Pine Cottage, Hout Bay

Mountain and Harbour Views - Grand Vue Cottage
When is the best time to visit Observatory?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | € 71 | € 73 | € 73 | € 55 | € 52 | € 51 | € 56 | € 57 | € 57 | € 61 | € 61 | € 78 |
| Avg. temp | 22°C | 22°C | 21°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C | 13°C | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 21°C |
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130 of Observatory vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.7 Average rating
Observatory stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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