
Bayview offers superbly-furnished self catering accommodation in Gordons Bay, Cape Town. This crisp and contemporary, fully-equipped private home is located in the suburb known as Mountainside, overlooking Gordons Bay. Spread out over 3 floors, Bayview... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
20 Cayman Beach (sleeps 6) offers beautiful seaside self catering accommodation in Gordons Bay, Cape Town. Cayman Beach Townhouse is situated in a highly secured, gated village with breathtaking views of the sea and mountains. A minute's walk from beach. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The Blue Marine provides luxury self catering accommodation in Gordons bay, Cape Town. The apartment offers uninterrupted sea views, magical sunsets, private balcony, secure automated parking. Just for the ultimate pleasure whether it be on vacation or bu …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Bikini Beach Manor provides luxury self catering accommodation in Gordons Bay, Cape Town. If you are looking for a relaxing retreat of good quality then look no further as you have arrived! Bikini Beach Manor is a 4-storey 1200m2 modern contemporary... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Our delightful self catering beach house in Strand is just a short walk of thirty metres, through the garden and sand dunes, which will bring you to the wonderful, five kilometre long sandy beach. Sleeps 4. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
On a private 600 acre estate at the foot of the Hottentots Holland Mountain with outstanding views of False bay and Cape Point, Lalapanzi Lodge offers exclusive accommodation. This stylish vineyard retreat is the perfect place to unwind or use as a base. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
This is a great base from which to explore False Bay, the whale and wine routes and nature reserves. We are a quick walk from the long, famous beach, with its stretch of high rises and vibey eateries. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
This apartment (sleeps 6) is located across the road from the beach in Beach Road Strand. Newly build, upmarket and luxurious 3 bedroom apartment in security complex. Uninterrupted sea views from it's front row position. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Our smart stay luxury self - catering apartments are situated in a quiet street in somerset west one of a elegant part of the town, an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Only 3 minutes from the center of somerset west with its many restaurant... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
18 Montpellier Estate - located in a safe, tranquil, upmarket neighbourhood in Somerset West, offers 2 self catering options set in a spacious 7000 m2 stand with beautiful mountain views of both the Helderberg and Hottentot Holland mountain ranges. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
A tranquil setting with spectacular, panoramic sea and mountain views... Roosboom, houses four luxury en-suites apartments, all air-conditioned, extra length twin beds. Apartments have fully equipped kitchens for those who prefer to self-cater. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Bay View is conveniently located in Heldervue, Somerset West with Easy access from the N2 and R44. Rooms have Panoramic Daylight views of surrounding Mountains and the entire False Bay including Hangklip, Gordon's Bay, Strand and Cape Point... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The Winelands Villa Guesthouse is located in the beautiful town of Somerset West, perfect for the discerning guest who values privacy, comfort and hospitality. We offer ten spacious luxury rooms, all with en suite bathrooms and 3 self catering units. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cheverells Farm Cottages offers self catering accommodation in the heart of the Elgin Valley near Grabouw in the Overberg / Whale Coast region. Cheverells Farm Cottages are two self catering cottages set in the Orchards on a working apple and pear farm... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Dreams offers self catering accommodation in Pringle Bay, on the Overberg / Whale Coast. You won't be dreaming when you wake up a mere 100m - 3 minutes walk - to the white sand of Pringle Bay's idyllic beach. Relaxation, comfort, family time, nature... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Destiny 3510 is a self catering holiday home designed for comfort and pleasure. Sleeps up to 12, 14 or 18 people. Situated at 3510 Disa Circle, Betty’s Bay, at the foot of a majestic mountain overlooking the lakes and sea. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Stellenboschfontein is a farm situated on the foothill of Stellenbosch Mountain with a fresh water spring, overlooking the Blaauwklippen Valley with breathtaking views. Stellenboschfontein offers 5 self catering units. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
We invite you to share our tranquil, secure and comfortable home, on a small Cape/English lifestyle farm, situated 10 minutes from historic Stellenbosch, in the Blaauwklippen valley surrounded by the majestic Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Merlon provides self catering accommodation in Betty's Bay, Overberg/Whale Coast. Situated close to Stony Point, and within half a kilometre of Silversands Beach. Merlon offers self catering accommodation for 10 people, in 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
UNINTERRUPTED SEA VIEWS ON BEACH ROAD is a charming house and flatlet situated in Kleinmond, offering guests spacious and comfortable self-catering accommodation opposite the beach. Sleeps up to 8 adults and 2 children. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Steenbras Dam is a striking mountain reservoir tucked into the Hottentots Holland Mountains above Gordon’s Bay, surrounded by rugged peaks, fynbos and sweeping valleys. Although primarily an important water-storage facility for Cape Town, its spectacular setting makes the surrounding landscape one of the more memorable corners of the southern Cape.
The dam takes its name from the Steenbras River, which flows through the surrounding mountains towards False Bay. ‘Steenbras’ is an Afrikaans name traditionally used for the steenbras fish, a species found along South Africa’s coastline. The name reflects the close relationship between the Cape’s inland landscapes and its maritime heritage.
The Steenbras system has played an important role in Cape Town’s water supply for decades. The main dam was completed in the 1970s as part of the city’s expanding network of reservoirs, while the earlier Steenbras Dam was constructed in the 1920s. Together, they form part of a major water-storage and management system serving the metropolitan area.
The surrounding mountains are particularly attractive to outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking routes in the broader Hottentots Holland landscape lead through spectacular fynbos, with spring bringing colourful displays of indigenous flowers. The rugged terrain also provides excellent opportunities for photography and birdwatching.
Steenbras Dam is also associated with one of South Africa’s most unusual engineering projects: the Steenbras Pumped Storage Scheme. Water is pumped between reservoirs at different elevations, allowing electricity to be generated during periods of high demand. The scheme was one of the country's pioneering pumped-storage facilities.
The dam lies in the Cape Town region, close to Gordon’s Bay and the gateway to the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Scenic mountain roads around the area provide spectacular views towards False Bay and the surrounding valleys.
Access to the dam and its infrastructure is controlled, so visitors should check local access arrangements before planning a visit. Even from the surrounding roads and viewpoints, however, the dramatic mountain setting provides an excellent taste of the wild landscapes lying just beyond Cape Town’s southern suburbs.