Oceanfront Living in Green PointN°001
Cape Town, South Africa
Piscina privada
Desde $10,707 por noche
Cape Town spreads between Table Mountain and the Atlantic, its beaches walled in by the Twelve Apostles and the Winelands under an hour away. Renting one of our roughly 200 luxury villas here places you in neighbourhoods such as Camps Bay and Bantry Bay, with private pools, sweeping sea views and dedicated concierge service.
- Iconic Table Mountain backdrop with cable car and hiking trails
- Some 200 Atlantic Seaboard villas in Camps Bay, Bantry Bay and Bakoven
- Easy access to the Cape Winelands and Cape Point
- Private pools, sea views and full concierge support
- Year-round outdoor living with a vibrant dining and beach scene
Known forTable Mountain, Atlantic Seaboard beaches, Cape Winelands and dramatic coastal villas
Best time to visitNovember to March — the southern-hemisphere summer — for warm, dry weather and long beach days
Nearest airportCape Town International Airport (CPT), around 20km from the city centre
Ideal forCouples, families and groups seeking beach, mountain and wine experiences
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Cape Town, South Africa
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221homes available
1–8bedrooms
up to 18guests
45with a pool
Cape Town in pictures
Events not to miss in Cape Town
- Early January
Kaapse Klopse (Cape Town Minstrel Carnival)
Thousands of minstrels in bright satin parade through the city in a tradition dating back over a century. A joyous, uniquely Capetonian start to the year.
- March
Cape Town Cycle Tour
One of the world's largest timed cycle races loops the peninsula past Chapman's Peak and the Atlantic seaboard. The route reads like a highlights reel of the Cape.
- Late March
Cape Town International Jazz Festival
Africa's grandest jazz gathering brings international and South African artists to the city centre over two nights. Book dinner in the Bo-Kaap or on the V&A Waterfront around it.
- November to April
Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts
Sunday-evening concerts on the lawns of Kirstenbosch botanical garden, beneath the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Bring a picnic and stay until the light goes gold.
Cape Town through the seasons
- Summer (November – February)
Beach days and mountain evenings
Clifton and Camps Bay at full sparkle, sundowners on Signal Hill and long dry days for Table Mountain. Villas on the Atlantic seaboard put all of it on your doorstep.
- Autumn (March – May)
Harvest in the winelands
Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Constantia bring in the grapes as the summer wind drops and the light softens. Many locals call this the Cape's best-kept-secret season.
- Winter (June – August)
Green season, storm watching and first whales
Rain greens the peninsula, restaurants run winter menus and southern right whales begin arriving along the coast. Fireplace villas make moody Atlantic weather part of the charm.
- Spring (September – October)
Wildflowers and whale season at its peak
The West Coast erupts in wildflowers while Hermanus, an easy day trip away, offers some of the world's best land-based whale watching. The city warms up before the crowds do.
The Area
Cape Town unfolds between Table Mountain and two oceans, the cooler Atlantic and the warmer False Bay. The Atlantic Seaboard, running from the V&A Waterfront through Bantry Bay, Bakoven and Camps Bay, is the heart of luxury living, with sculptural villas cascading down the slopes towards the sea. The City Bowl and CBD offer culture, galleries and the historic Bo-Kaap, while the Twelve Apostles range forms a dramatic mountain wall above the coast road. Beyond the city, the Cape Peninsula stretches south to Cape Point, and the Winelands of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek lie within an hour's drive. Few destinations combine mountain, ocean and vineyard so completely within such close reach.
Where to Stay
For a luxury villa in Cape Town, the Atlantic Seaboard is the prime address. Camps Bay pairs a palm-lined beach promenade with glamorous villas and easy walking access to restaurants and bars. Bantry Bay, sheltered from the southeaster wind, offers some of the city's most exclusive cliffside homes with uninterrupted ocean views. Bakoven, just beyond Camps Bay, is quieter and more intimate, ideal for those seeking seclusion. The City Bowl and CBD suit guests who want to be close to museums, nightlife and the Waterfront. Smiling House lists some 200 homes here, most along the Atlantic Seaboard and above all in Camps Bay, with further houses across the Western Cape — each chosen for its position, design and privacy, and supported by concierge service arranging everything from chefs to chauffeurs.
Things to Do
Begin with Table Mountain, reached by cable car or on foot, for panoramic views over the city and coastline. Walk or cycle the Sea Point Promenade, swim at Camps Bay and Clifton beaches, or take the scenic Chapman's Peak Drive towards Hout Bay. Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope reward a day trip with rugged cliffs and roaming wildlife, while the penguins at Boulders Beach delight families. Wine lovers can tour the estates of Constantia within the city or venture to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens round out an itinerary rich in nature, history and adventure.
Dining & Nightlife
Cape Town's dining scene blends Cape Malay heritage, fresh seafood and acclaimed contemporary cooking. Camps Bay's beachfront strip buzzes with cocktail bars and sundowner terraces facing the Twelve Apostles. The City Bowl and Bree Street deliver a constant flow of inventive restaurants, wine bars and rooftop venues. The V&A Waterfront offers harbourside dining with mountain views, while Constantia's wine estates pair vintage tastings with elegant lunches. For an unforgettable evening, our concierge can secure sought-after tables or arrange a private chef to cook within your villa as the sun sets over the Atlantic.
When to Visit
Cape Town's seasons run opposite to Europe's: a Mediterranean-style climate brings warm, dry summers from November to March and mild, wetter winters from June to August. Peak season falls over the southern summer, when long sunny days are perfect for beaches, hiking and outdoor dining, though the southeaster wind can pick up. The shoulder months of October and April offer pleasant weather with fewer crowds. Winter brings greener landscapes, dramatic skies and excellent value, alongside whale watching as southern right whales arrive on the coast. For festive celebrations and reliable beach weather, December and January are the most sought after, so early villa booking is strongly advised.
Getting There
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) lies roughly 20 kilometres east of the city centre and connects to major hubs across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and beyond, with frequent long-haul and regional flights. Transfers to the Atlantic Seaboard take around 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic and neighbourhood. A private car is the most comfortable way to explore the Peninsula and Winelands, and our concierge can arrange airport transfers and chauffeur service. Once settled in your villa, Camps Bay, Bantry Bay and the City Bowl are all within a short drive of one another, making it easy to move between beach, mountain and city.