A glamorous beach villa in Clifton
Tucked under Lion’s Head in Clifton, with stupendous views over the Atlantic Seaboard ocean and Twelve Apostles, Villa Eclectica is our most luxurious beach hideaway.
Part of Perfect Hideaways’ hot list, Villa Eclectica is barefoot luxury at its best. Relaxed yet perfectly curated, this luxury coastal escape has guests longing to linger forever.
Cocooned on the hillside, above the four pristine beaches of Clifton, Villa Eclectica combines the best of location, privacy and easy access to water sports.
The scent of magnificent blooms cascading from crystal vases and the gentlest hint of incense greets one on entry as the late-afternoon sun glows and fills the main entertaining area and well-appointed kitchen with an embracing welcome. Deeper-than-deep couches are there to envelop and comfort, and dinners are either enjoyed at the generous dining table or out on the split-level deck.
Everywhere, views of the mountain or sea are framed cleverly by thoughtful architectural details.
The most popular chill area by far is the outdoor room or pool house – with its pizza oven for relaxed meals together, or the extra-depth chaises, positioned to take in glorious sunsets or ever-changing seascapes. Opening out to the garden and lap pool, it’s quite possible to spend hours lazing here with not a care in the world.
Curated design meets natural beauty
The décor is wonderfully eclectic, reflecting collections and memories gathered over years of travel to far-flung destinations. Wooden doors reclaimed from a monastery are adorned with goat bells, Moroccan- or Indian-inspired woodwork and trellises are used to create privacy or to create a soft filtered light in the all-weather outdoor room, and a sense of the Orient pervades throughout.
Upstairs, the master suite is a private enclave off the open-plan living area with an extensive dressing room behind. Bathing in the sunken bath in front of the four-poster bed is the ultimate luxury, with views to match.
Come summer, the glass doors slide back for a view of the stars, and in winter, the fireplace next to the bath glows with warmth.
Downstairs, three beautifully decorated en-suites each have views and one has a separate entrance leading into a peaceful courtyard garden planted with lush greenery.
What we love!
- This hideaway is the epitome of effortless glamour. A sanctuary where every corner exudes understated sophistication.
- The spectacular mountain and sea views that greet you at every turn, reminding you of the villa’s extraordinary location.
- Enticing travel tales whisper throughout the aptly named Villa Eclectica – from ancient monastery doors to intricately carved woodwork and trellises that filter the light with poetic subtlety.
- The unrivalled seclusion. There are three entrances to this home, potentially giving four couples privacy at all times.
- Relaxing in the extra-deep loungers at the outdoor room and pool house and feasting on piping pizza baked in the wood-fired oven.
What you need to know…
- The residential area of Clifton is home to some lovely residents who cherish the calm, tranquil sounds coming from the sea. Please respect the wishes of the neighbours and keep your noise levels down, so as not to disturb the peace and nature.
- Camps Bay is only a 5-minute drive away from the hideaway, where a popular strip of cafés, bars, restaurants, boutiques, supermarkets, and ice-cream shops are buzzing all day long.
- The Glen Country Club is a spectacular place to go to play bowls, including the barefoot version, or whack a ball around the court, for all tennis enthusiasts. You’ll need to arrange the booking prior to play, but the courts are only a short walk away from the bungalow and deliver the most spectacular views of the mountain and ocean.
- Serviced daily except Sunday. Saturday servicing is half day only.
Edited by Dawn Kennedy