SIMON'S
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Exploring
the Cape Peninsula by Barbara Ulmi
... The neighbouring harbour
town and South African naval station, Simon's Town, prides itself on having
had the only Great Dane with a naval rank in recorded history - Just Nuisance,
as his mates used to call him, is remembered in form of a statue on Jubilee
Square, which provides beautiful views across South Africa's major naval
station. Not only well-known for its uniformed seals, but also penguins,
Simon's Town attracts many visitors with its penguin colony at Boulders
beach. Watch the newly hatched African Penguins - commonly referred to
as Jackass penguins - as they wobble their way through the Camphor bushes
and over slippery boulders lining the coast here. Male and female are easily
distinguishable - male penguins are black and white, female ones white
and black....read more |
 Simon's
Town is a village and a naval base in South Africa, near Cape
Town. It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of
the Cape Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been an important
naval base and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African
Navy). False Bay
is located to the southeast of Cape Town but to the west of Cape Agulhas
and Simon's Town is consequently located roughly on the border between
the Atlantic and the Indian oceans.
The town is named after Simon
van der Stel, an early governor of the Cape Colony. The land rises steeply
from near the water's edge and the picturesque village is boxed in along
the shoreline by the heights above. The small harbour itself is not a particularly
good natural harbour and is protected from swells by a breakwater that
was built with thousands of huge blocks of sandstone quarried out of the
face of the mountain above.
Simon's Town is now in effect
a suburb of greater Cape Town. It is the terminus of a railway line that
runs south from the central business district of Cape Town. In places the
railway line hugs the steep eastern shore of False Bay quite spectacularly
and in bad weather foam from some heavy swells will fly up and wet the
trains!
One of the best beaches on
the Cape Peninsula, Boulders Beach, is located a few kilometres to the
south of Simon's Town. Here small, secluded coves with white sandy beaches
and calm, safe, warm, shallow waters are interspersed between huge rounded
boulders of Cape granite that form low cliffs and small caves.
There has been a colony of
African penguins at Boulders Beach since 1985. There is no record of the
birds having lived here prior to that date, so their decision to settle
in an area already well-utilized by humans is remarkable. There are only
three penguin populations on the mainland in southern Africa. (The others
are on islands).
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SIMON'S
TOWN - BED & BREAKFASTS
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Blue
Sea Holiday Accommodation, Bed and Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
Blue
Sea Holiday Accommodation is set on the mountainside overlooking False
Bay, across to the Hottentots Holland Mountains and Cape Hangklip. It is
situated in a quiet and up market neighbourhood and approximately 100 meters
from the sea; less than 10 minutes walk to the closest and safe swimming
beach; within walking distance to Simon´s Town golf course, international
scuba diving and fishing spots.
Wake
up to the sound of the ocean, fill your lungs with clean, fresh air and
watch the whales from your room in season. 2 self-catering apartments on
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Port
of Call, Bed & Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
Nestled
in the mountain fynbos on the edge of the Cape Peninsula National Park,
this Bed & Breakfast in the historic naval town of Simon’s Town offers
two elegant double bedrooms with breathtaking panoramic sea views. Watch
the sun rising over False Bay and the distant Hottentots Holland Mountains
as you are served breakfast on the upper deck. This little piece of paradise
offers tranquility and understated luxury. Fresh fruit, Cereals, Continental
& English breakfasts available. Penguin Waffles on request – worth
requesting! Port of Call is an ideal environment for relaxing in
your comfortable room overlooking False Bay and the distant Hottentots
mountain range. The setting is tranquil and stress free. Home cooked dinners
available on request at your hosts dinner table. |
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RECOMMENDED BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER:
Watercolours
House, Bed & Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
Set
opposite the ocean, Watercolors House offers accommodation with a large
solar heated pool in Simon's Town. Guests can enjoy spectacular views over
False Bay from the 3 elevated outdoor decks, or relax in the indigenous
garden. Free WiFi access is available throughout. Each guest room has a
seating area and is equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Complete
with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. The private
bathroom comes with a bath or shower. You can enjoy a sea view and a garden
view from the rooms. Extras include a safety deposit box, hairdryer and
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SIMON'S
TOWN - GUESTHOUSES
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15
on Penguin, Guest House, SIMON'S TOWN
15
on Penguin Guesthouse is a newly three star graded, bed and breakfast style
guesthouse. It is set along the lush, green Glen Marine mountainside and
overlooks the beautiful Simon's Town bay and False Bay. Wake up to the
sounds of birds singing and waves crashing, and to the smell of the fresh
sea breeze that one can only enjoy from being so close to the beach. In
the evenings unwind in your Jacuzzi with a glass of sparkling champagne.
We have four en-suite rooms, all beautifully decorated to suit this stunning
guesthouse with a view. We can also accommodate wedding functions between
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Cheriton
Guest House, SIMON'S TOWN
Our
Guest House is set against the mountain in the quiet suburb of Seaforth.
Porcupine are frequent nocturnal visitors and guinea fowl roost in the
surrounding trees. The penguin colony, beaches and the town are within
easy walking distance. Witness unforgettable sunrises from our deck or
simply enjoy the continuous activity in the bay. Yachts, Naval vessels,
Cruise ships, Kayaks, Whales & Dolphins will all compete for your attention.
Breakfast is served in the dining room or on the deck with stunning mountain
and sea views. Choice of continental, health, or English is offered with
fruit juices, yoghurt and cereal. We will endeavour to accommodate special
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Mariner
Guesthouse, Guesthouse with a View, SIMON'S TOWN
Mariner
Guesthouse is built against the slopes of the fynbos covered mountain in
Simon’s Town. This historical harbour town is 45km from Cape Town and its
International Airport, and situated in the greater Table Mountain National
Park. With breathtaking views across False Bay and within walking
distance of the centre of town and beaches, Mariner Guesthouse offers stylish
elegance, comfort and friendly hospitality. Sit back and relax on
your private balcony whilst enjoying the colourful display of the sunset
and watching the whales play in the bay. Later, experience true South
African culture around the fire when we have our weekly “braai” (South
African traditional “barbeque”) while your hosts share stories of life
in South Africa. A truly memorable and enriching evening! |
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Whale
View Manor Guesthouse & Spa, SIMON'S TOWN
Overlooking
a secluded beach, our guesthouse lies on the outskirts of historic Simon’s
Town, between Cape Town and Cape Point, on the False Bay Coastline. Take
a warm hospitality of our eclectic reception areas and enjoy our gorgeous
breakfasts in the quiet serenity of our dining room which has an outstanding
vantage point to watch the calving whales and the penguin colonies. Gourmet
three course dinners are available on request. At Whale View Manor
we offer you a dream within a dream, where the influences and nuances of
our world culminate under the African skies. As our lives become more turbulent
there is a natural desire to dive into a world of fantasy where we can
escape, if just for a while. Let the magic of uninterrupted sea views infuse
and invigorate, while the sightings of a whale, dolphin, penguin, or seal,
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SIMON'S
TOWN - HOTELS & LODGES
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Simon's
Town Quayside Hotel, Conference & Waterfront Centre, SIMON'S TOWN
Set
on the water’s edge of the Simon’s Town yacht basin, Simon’s Town Quayside
Hotel is a superior four star hotel and conference centre. With breathtaking
views over False Bay and the majestic Simon’s Kloof mountains, the Quayside
waterfront offers a unique accommodation, conferencing, shopping and dining
experience for business and leisure travellers alike. All tastes
are catered for in a variety of restaurants offering a wide selection of
culinary delights. Enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner for two complemented
by a bottle of the finest Cape wines. Each luxury bedroom has magnificent
views of either False Bay and the Simon’s Town yacht basin or the majestic
Simon’s Kloof mountains. Comfortably furnished for ultimate relaxation,
all rooms have en-suite bathrooms with separate bath and shower. Enjoy
a spectacular sunrise from the private balcony of your room and absorb
the breathtaking views across the bay. |
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SIMON'S
TOWN - SELF-CATERING / VACATION RENTALS / HOLIDAY HOME ACCOMMODATION
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RECOMMENDED BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER
Azure
View Luxury Apartment, Self-Catering Apartment, SIMON'S TOWN
This property is a 12-minute
walk from the beach. Azure View offers panoramic sea and mountain views
over False Bay and the yacht basin. It is a 5-minute drive from the African
Penguin colony at Boulders Beach. It features a private pool and solar-heated
spa bath. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave
and tea/coffee facilities. It has an open-plan lounge and a flat-screen
satellite TV. A number of restaurants serving a range of local and international
cuisines can be found within 1 km from Azure View. The blue rim-flow pool
and the pool-deck offer relaxation to guests and it is a good vantage point
for whale watching in whale season. |
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Blue
Sea Holidays, Bed and Breakfast, SIMON'S TOWN
Blue
Sea Holiday Accommodation is set on the mountainside overlooking False
Bay, across to the Hottentots Holland Mountains and Cape Hangklip. It is
situated in a quiet and up market neighbourhood and approximately 100 meters
from the sea; less than 10 minutes walk to the closest and safe swimming
beach; within walking distance to Simon´s Town golf course, international
scuba diving and fishing spots.
Wake
up to the sound of the ocean, fill your lungs with clean, fresh air and
watch the whales from your room in season. 2 self-catering apartments on
a Bed & Breakfast basis. |
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Felsensicht
Holiday Home, Beachfront Self-Catering Villa, SIMON'S TOWN
Superbly
situated near Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town, with a 180° view of False
Bay stretching from Muizenberg in the north to Cape Point in the south.
Felsensicht is a 4 star, ultra-modern, large, attractive and wonderfully
comfortable home. It is beautifully furnished with all mod cons. All necessary
linen, cutlery, crockery, glassware, pots, pans etc are provided. We are
a 2-minute walk from Fisherman's Beach and a 20-minute walk from the world
famous penguins. We can accommodate up to 6 persons in 2 double rooms and
1 twin room. The accommodation is self-catering. Children are welcome.
Please note that we are a non-smoking establishment. RedButton Internet
hotspots are installed throughout the house. |
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Simonsview,
4 x Self Catering Apartments, SIMON'S TOWN
Simonsview offers versatile
accommodation, consisting of 3 private, self contained units, suitable
for couples or large groups of up to 14 people. Situated overlooking False
Bay, Simonsview boasts awesome sea and mountain views and is only a 5 minute
walk to the beach and tidal pools. Special rates are offered to large groups.
Captain’s
Cabin sleeps two, Spacious lounge with fireplace opening onto huge viewing
deck, boasting stunning sea and mountain views. Fully fitted cherry wood
kitchen. Spacious bedroom, with full open plan bathroom. TV and Mnet.
Chart Room: Sleeps two Small lounge and kitchenette. Double bedroom, shower
and toilet. Bedroom and Lounge open onto an undercover patio with lovely
sea and yacht basin views. Double bed. TV and Mnet. Outdoor braai area.... |
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