Blissful beach bungalow living
Steps away from Kommetjie’s Long Beach, White Waters dishes up a dreamy seaside escape, on the Southern Peninsula of Cape Town, where the perfect surf beckons your boards and holiday bodies.
The owners of this unique hideaway – the Beatty brothers – grew up surfing the white waters of Kommetjie on the Southern Peninsula. What a wonderful place to go about your jovial care-free days of youth. Perhaps the last of the Cape’s seaside villages to retain its sleepy surfer vibe, Kommetjie kids still have the privilege of growing up semi-feral. Disappearing at dawn with surfboards under their arms, or trundling across town on skateboards, sun-bleached hair blowing in the breeze. It’s an idyllic, chillsome atmosphere, and White Waters is the perfect beach house in which to absorb it.
Now a revered architect, Matthew Beatty designed the house for his family, stitching together their childhood memories; culminating in a sentimental, contemporary beach home, with an airy, uncluttered atmosphere. It’s aptly named for the seven surf spots you can see from the upper level – almost entirely wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glass, with a generous deck that runs the length of the living space. Views of the rolling breakers carrying ant-like surfers, and the entire horizon being dwarfed by the looming majesty of Chapman’s Peak, as it curves its way towards Hout Bay’s Sentinel. The master bedroom, also on the upper level, enjoys the same glorious views, with the adjacent fynbos greenbelt seen from the en-suite bathroom. Downstairs comprises of two bedrooms, a bathroom and TV lounge with two single sofa-beds – all with large sliding doors opening onto the deck with a lovely pool. Even with the doors closed you are close enough to hear the ever-present lullaby of the ocean.
Sophisticated surf shack
White Waters is a one-minute stroll away from Long Beach – the only house between you and the beach is a low-slung timber bungalow that the Beatty brothers grew up in. All of the finishes are discerningly put together, evoking inspiration at every turn. There’s a fabulous guest information book that includes all of the well-know and secret tips on the area. From whom to call to deliver locally-made wines, to where to dine and – of course – where to surf. Whether you’re a complete beginner, or ready to tackle some of the most challenging waves off the Cape coast. The best thing about your time spent in the lovely village of Kommetjie, is being able to walk out the front door, barefoot of course, and meander the lanes that lead to the shoreline. Carrying that vessel that holds the sunrise or sunset sip, and listening to the chitter chatter that echoes its excitement in the breeze. Feeling like that semi-feral child, suddenly with long curly, salty locks and all dressed up for a dance with the waves.
What we love!
- The property is located within walking distance to the beach, neighbouring some lovely laidback residents and within easy access to the area’s convenience stores and cafés, nature trails and mountain routes.
- Spending time on the deck around the swimming pool, with the living spaces all open to the elements, bringing about the ever-constant indoor-outdoor feel of the property.
- The interiors are vibrant and inspiring. With all of the nature going on outside, it’s fun to have all of the colour popping up for conversation.
- Enjoying early morning coffees or late afternoon sundowners on the top deck, overlooking the sea.
What you need to know…
- Cape Town’s city centre is no more than a 45-minute drive away, along one of the most scenic routes in the world.
- For a pizza or some deli shopping, head to Imhoff Farm, that’s no more than a 5-minute drive away from the bungalow. A lovely spot for the whole family to venture to.
- Noordhoek Village is only a 15-minute drive from the property should you wish to head out of Kommetjie for the morning or afternoon. Where Chef Franck Dangereux’s Foodbarn Restaurant is, together with The Roost Coffee Shop, Kristen’s decadent ice-cream, a pub and a playground, a delicatessen, souvenir shops and a yoga studio too. For a pint or two of a delicious craft beer, Aegir Brewery is no more than a 15-minute drive away, where the fabulous Italian eatery, Limoncello also sits, beneath the milkwoods.
- All major supermarkets and large convenience stores are located at the Long Beach Shopping Mall – a 10-minute drive from the property.
- If White Waters is not available on your dates, browse our full collection of exclusive-use holiday houses in Kommetjie.
Edited by Colleen Ogilvie