Whale Rock

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb
  • The entire place is yours
  • 818 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 46 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Whale Rock in Cape Town offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view or enjoy the lush garden and terrace. Spacious Accommodation: The apartment features two bedrooms and a bathroom, providing ample space for a comfortable stay. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Amenities and Activities: Whale Rock provides free on-site private parking, family rooms, and barbecue facilities. Activities such as hiking and diving are nearby. Cape Town International Airport is 41 km away. Nearby Attractions: Fishermans Beach is a 7-minute walk, while Chapman's Peak and Cape Point are 21 km away. Other attractions include Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and Table Mountain.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Shawn
South Africa South Africa
“The views were stunning. Isaac was very helpful and friendly”
Melissa
South Africa South Africa
“The view was beautiful, especially the lights at night in the distance. We were grateful for the shelter from the wind on the veranda, so that we could still sit outside. Clean an comfortable.”
Laverne
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was perfect, clean and tidy. Isaac was very friendly and the view was absolutely amazing especially at sunset”
Ruben
Spain Spain
“Superb, I think is the perfect apartment for Summer, at winter a bit chilli. Great location in a beautiful area. Summer time with the swimming pool will be exceptional. Very close to Simon's town, Penguin reserve and Cape town national park. Great...”
Christoff
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, stones throw from the sea and a short drive to view the penguins. Great views from pretty much every window. All the amenities we needed”
Anastacea
South Africa South Africa
“We had a lovely stay, although it was just one night, the apartment has everything you would possibly need. The kids enjoyed the pool. The apartment is very cosy and perfect for a small family. Isaac and Neville are very lovely hosts, we will...”
Taryn
Switzerland Switzerland
“A lovely little spot to get away to. Located perfectly and providing all that you need for a few nights with a great view.”
Fufuna
Namibia Namibia
“Sea views were Amazing The flexibility of the host was awesome I loved the Christmas tree and fairy lights I loved the comfortable sitting room coach The support staff was great”
Samantha
South Africa South Africa
“Property was perfectly situated lovely and clean and perfect size for us. Was just amazing Isaac and Neville were wonderfully helpful”
Agnete
Denmark Denmark
“Great place with scenic view from the pool. We had everything we could possibly need in the place and ended up making our dinner on the barbeque. 10/10 recommend!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Neville Owen - assisted by Isaac

9.4
Host review score
Neville Owen - assisted by Isaac
WHALE ROCK apartment is named after the imposing granite boulder lying just two hundred and fifty metres away from you in the ocean below. Its correct name is Spanish Rock, but in view of its appearance it is often referred to as Whale Rock. With easy ground floor access, the apartment has a stunning patio which is completely protected from the prevailing South-Easter winds. Barbeques are enjoyed on the patio, which leads directly to the swimming pool, with views across False Bay from the wooden deck. Easy chairs on the patio encourage you to take a deep breath, and to relax! The comfortable lounge has views over the pool deck towards Boulders Beach, with Fish Hoek and Kalk Bay in the distance. An open-plan kitchen and dining area has the same views as the lounge. Enjoy your views over the ocean towards the imposing Hottentots Holland mountains across False Bay from the large main bedroom. The second bedroom has ocean views, as well as views towards the mountains behind the property. Directly in front of the apartment is a large common area, which is collectively cared for by the neighbors. Enjoy the indigenous plants and birdlife in this lovely garden.
I enjoy taking walks on our beautiful beaches, but especially enjoy walking over the enormous granite boulders strewn across this amazing landscape. My rescue dog - Oreo - is never far behind. My adult son and I share a recreational fishing boat, and we enjoy getting on the ocean to catch Yellowtail or Tuna.
The coastline below Whale Rock Cottage is interspersed with beautiful beaches and granite boulders. Local beaches include the world famous Boulders Beach, Windmill Beach, Water's Edge, Frank's Beach and Fisherman's Beach. This short strip of coastal "heaven" is popular with recreational scuba divers, kayakers, bathers, penguins and nature lovers alike.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.