Summary:
Old world meets new in this exquisitely elegant and beautifully manicured property. Nestled in the heart of the exclusive suburb of Newlands at the base of Table Mountain, Craiglea Villa seamlessly blends colonial-era design with modern-day functionality.
The Space:
Designed in a Colonial-African style, the villa has large, spacious rooms with contemporary décor. The ground floor features the living, dining, and entertaining areas with a grand entrance hall, elegant sitting and living rooms, and a beautiful dining room with high ceilings.
The entrance hall has stunning parquet flooring and a cosy sitting area with plush leather couches and a large fireplace. A formal dining room has a 10-seater dining table and chairs, a large fireplace, and lovely views of the garden through a large bay window.
A huge, bright, and airy kitchen has everything needed for easy holiday living and entertaining. State-of-the-art appliances include a gas oven and stove, and dishwasher. A scullery houses a fridge/freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer. A picnic-style table and benches provide a place to enjoy breakfast and easy meals. The kitchen has large windows that can be folded back to allow full views of the garden.
Just off the kitchen is a casual family room with comfortable couches and chairs and large sliding doors that open onto a patio and the garden and swimming pool area. A spacious television room has comfy couches, an entertainment system, and sliding doors that open onto the garden. There is also a games room with a pool table and table football with double doors onto a patio and a cosy bar area.
Upstairs there are five elegantly furnished bedrooms with carpeted floors, en-suite or shared bathrooms and lovely garden or mountain views. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and a spacious en-suite bathroom with a large shower and a freestanding bath. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, while the remaining three bedrooms have twin beds and a shared bathroom with a shower.
The villa is surrounded by an acre of mature gardens with stunning views of Table Mountain. There is a floodlit tennis court and a large swimming pool. A large pergola near the pool covers an eight-seater dining table and chairs for alfresco dining, and a smaller pergola in the garden is ideal for relaxing.
The entrance to the property is through two large iron gates which open automatically onto a sweeping in-out drive. There is secure parking for several vehicles in the drive as well as a garage under the property for two cars.
This is a dedicated year-round vacation apartment which is exclusively and professionally managed. The offices for the manager are based in Camps Bay. This property has been meticulously vetted prior to on-boarding, comes with a dedicated 24/7 guest support team, housekeeping, WiFi and hotel grade amenities. The manager prides themselves on offering the highest level of service to ensure you have a memorable stay!
Important: The property manager for this property is delighted to inform you that this property is protected by TRUVI. Once your booking is confirmed, you will be contacted by TRUVI directly to verify yourself and finalise the process. In the unlikely event that TRUVI is unable to provide the necessary damages cover, you would be required to provide a large physical damages deposit prior to arrival. An upfront small payment towards your damage deposit/Waiver may be requested to complete your verification process.
BEST FEATURES
• Superb location
• Magnificent mountain views
• Swimming pool
• Tennis court with floodlights
• Spacious entertaining areas
OUTSIDE AREA
• Beautifully manicured mature garden
• Swimming pool with cover
• Sun Loungers
• Tennis court with floodlights
• Rustic pergola with eight-seater dining table
• Second small pergola with seating
• Koi Pond with net covering
LIVING/DINING AREAS
• Open-plan and spacious
• Formal lounge with leather couches and fireplace
• Casual family room with couches and chairs
• Tv room with comfy couches
• Games room with pool and table football machine
• Formal dining room with an ten-seater table
• Cosy bar area
KITCHEN
• Open-plan and bright
• Fully-equipped
• Double fridge/freezer
• Oven/stove
• Picnic-style table and benches
• Scullery with dishwasher
• Washing machine/tumble dryer
MASTER BEDROOM
• King-size bed
• En-suite bathroom with bath and shower
• Mountain views
2ND BEDROOM
• Queen-size bed
• En-suite bathroom with shower
• Garden views
3RD BEDROOM
• Twin beds
• Shared bathroom with shower
4TH BEDROOM
• Twin beds
• Shared bathroom with shower
5TH BEDROOM
• Single Bed
• Shared bathroom with shower
FACILITIES
• Housekeeping - 4 days a week (Excl Wednesdays, weekends and public holidays, avail at an extra cost)
• Separate office area in the garden cottage
• Wi-Fi
• Security system
• Secure off-street parking for several cars
• Garage parking for two cars
LOCATION
Restaurants & shops - 10 min drive
Cape Town City Centre - 15 min drive
V&A Waterfront - 15 min drive
Airport - 40 min drive
Guest Access:
Guests will have exclusive use of the villa
The Neighborhood:
Newlands is a quiet leafy suburb on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. Craiglea Villa sits in a residential area just minutes from many popular attractions. Top spots are the renowned Foresters Arms pub, Newlands cricket and rugby stadiums, Cavendish Square shopping centre and the picturesque Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. The area also hosts a selection of top restaurants like Barristers Grill, Wijnhuis and Myoga at the Vineyard Hotel.
Getting Around:
Getting around Newlands and Cape Town is easy and convenient, with a variety of transport options available to suit every need. Uber and metered taxis are readily available and provide a safe and affordable way to explore the city. No matter how you choose to get around, you'll find that Newlands and Cape Town are easily accessible and a pleasure to explore.
Interaction with Guests:
A member of our team will meet you at the property for your check-in to begin. You will be taken into the Villa and shown around the unit. Our Guest Relations team are available 24/7 for any emergencies or queries.
