There’s something so alluring about that’s very rarely discovered in other seaside villages. An authentic essence to it that declares its rugged, rawness as a novelty. A beguiling community that comes with it. A jolly family holiday destination where the beautiful beaches and stunning nature trails incite an escapist’s appetite for adventure. A surfer’s nirvana, a mountaineer’s bliss, a vacationist’s Valhalla. Encapsulating every little thing, that every lovely travelling member would want out of a holiday by the sea.
Cape Casa is a very well-thought-out contemporary bungalow that superbly maximises on its positioning. Its vast open-plan living, cooking, dining and entertaining spaces sit upstairs. Allowing sweeping ocean views to engulf every room.
Five ensuite bedrooms – four of which rest downstairs on the ground floor – offer the perfect tranquil haven for guests to retreat to. Elegantly stylish interiors that have been stitched together in their neutral tones, layered in textures and adorned in comfort. It’s a new build so with it comes the luxury of modern amenities and state-of-the-art appliances.
Rejuvenate in spacious beachfront accommodation
There’s ample entertaining space on both levels. The back courtyard downstairs lends itself as the perfect place to cocoon yourselves from any breeze or harsh summer sun. Around the bar and heated swimming pool, playing boardgames and darts. Whilst some are braaing others are playing croquet on the lawn. Perhaps a round of cricket or a snooze on the sun loungers with a book. There’ll be a lot of feasting, a lot of games and a lot of bonding with the family. That’s what this home is for. Catching up with your favourite people, tapping into the magic of Cape St. Francis.
For all of the other hours around the day, you’ll be enjoying water sports, on the nature trails or cruising the village’s coffee shops and delicatessens. Cycling around the village barefoot. Long walks on the beach, watching the boats and the whales and the birds. The surfers, the swimmers and the shell-pickers in motion. A riveting display of what life is like in this rugged, raw jewel of a place. Where you get to fine-tune that laissez-faire approach to everything. Just like the locals do.
Reviewed by Colleen Ogilvie
Edited by Dawn Kennedy