Luxury
Boutique Hotel in Lakeside, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Colona
Castle Manor House
1 Verwood Street
off Old Boyes Drive
Lakeside, 7945,
Cape Town
Western Cape
South Africa
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Spectacular
panoramic views in enchanting and sophisticated coastal Retreat from which
to explore Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula and Winelands.
World-class
Golf courses and legendary beaches nearby. The property has 8 stylish suites.
French & Swahili spoken
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A
position at the epicentre of greater Cape Town allows easy access to Table
Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Constantia,
the Penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Cape Point Nature Reserve and the
Winelands.
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Gracing
the mountainside above a tranquil Lake District on the warmer False Bay
coastline, Colona Castle is a splendid Mediterranean retreat offering character,
exclusivity and infinite charm.
Spectacular
panoramic views of Cape Town stretch from Table Mountain, the Cape Peninsula
and Sandvlei Lake, across the Winelands, the legendary beaches of False
Bay and the sapphire blue waters of the South Atlantic Ocean to Cape Hangklip.
In
this refined haven of serenity, guests are assured of outstanding hospitality
and exceptional personal service. Five luxurious and exceptionally decorated
full Suites, two Superior Bedrooms and a Family Suite cater for every comfort
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Innovative
gourmet lunches and dinners are prepared on request by our award-winning
Executive Chef.
Alternatively,
discerning visitors may enjoy a myriad of excellent restaurants in the
vicinity.
Graded
5 Star, Colona Castle is truly a sophisticated, elegant and enchanting
base from which to explore the fascinating Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula
and the Winelands.
Wonderful
leisure options include picturesque mountain or beach walks, water sports,
whale watching. Golfer’s paradise with several world class golf courses
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Massages
and Spa treatments are available on request.
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Lakeside
enjoys sunny and mild winters.
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French,
Swahili and English spoken.
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Our Executive
Chef can prepare exquisite gourmet lunches and dinners on request
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2005 Observer
UK Award 100 Best places to eat this summer - rated number 8 out
of 100
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Panoramic
swimming pool and patios. Bedrooms and Suites have air-conditioning, safes,
mini-bars, refreshments facilities, welcome drink, fresh fruit and flowers,
heated towel rails, under-floor heating, Satellite TV and telephones. Any
gratuities are at client’s discretion.
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Activities
and attractions nearby:
At
the epicentre of greater Cape Town, on the warmer False Bay coastline,
Lakeside is the gateway to the Peninsula, located within easy reach of
all places of interest in Cape Town, its Waterfront, Table Mountain, the
penguins and Cape Point, Stellenbosch and the Winelands, the Atlantic Coast,
and the airport. A special microclimate ensures weather is cooler in summer
and warmer in winter with lesser rainfalls. Whale watching and world-class
golf nearby
Easy
access to all places of interest in and around Cape Town:
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Airport
- 25 minutes (N2 & M3) - Waterfront 20 to 25 minutes (M3 &
N2)
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Restaurants
Many trendy & fun places to eat at: Harbour House in Kalk Bay (100
Best Restaurants list 2006) – Cape to Cuba where every item is for sale
– Olympia Café – Theresa’s – Live Bait – Polana – Scirroco – Railway
House in Muizenberg – Empire Café – Il Postino - Winelands Restaurants
of Constantia all a few minutes drive
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Drive
to Cape Point – a mere 35 minutes from Colona Castle. Get there first after
breakfast, visit the light houses, weather station, Cape of Good Hope…
before tourists arrive from town
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Visit
Simonstown and the penguins at Boulders 15 & 20 mns drive
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Drive
around the Winelands - Constantia Wine Route and its
5 Estates starts 5 minutes away - Stellenbosch 35 minutes drive
along the scenic Coastal Route R 310
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Golf
4 world-class Golf courses within 3 to 10 minutes drive
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Take the
Sightseeing Train to Simonstown from False Bay station (5 minutes
walk) to Simonstown and back and enjoy the ride along the coast and beaches
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Spot the
Whales & Dolphins (May to November) from Boyes Drive (5 minutes walk)
or along the scenic coastal road M4
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Go up
Table Mountain - this world renowned landmark for the most spectacular
views of Cape Town, 25 minutes drive.
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Picnic
in Kirstenbosch Gardens - one of the great botanical gardens of the world.
Some 8,000 species of plant of the Cape Floral Kingdom - 15 minutes drive
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Take a
Township Tour - take a tour with a knowledgeable guide around 20 minutes
drive & visit the Living Hope Community
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Check
out the Beaches Within minutes of Lakeside are glorious beaches Muizenberg
& its 36 kms of fine golden sand - Boulders Beach: swim
with the penguins – St James - Fish Hoek – Cape Point Nature Reserve
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Watersports:
Enjoy the warmer sea - Learn to Surf at Surfers Corner with
Gary’s Surf School – Paddle ski, Body Surf or simply Swim – Kayak in Simonstown’
Harbour – Shark Dive (May to September) from Simonstown – Deep Sea Fish
or venture on a Pelagic Boat trip
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Birdwatching
at Rondevlei Nature Reserve (225 different species of birds) & spot
the Hippos and small wild animals in the Reserve wetlands
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Museums:
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Het Post
Huys the oldest building in South Africa – Muizenberg
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Battle
of Muizenberg - Historical site
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Rhodes
Cottage where Cecil John Rhodes spent last 4 years of his life
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Masque
Theatre fun plays with talented amateur dramatics society
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Joan St
Leger Lindbergh Foundation Paintings exhibition & Concerts
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Gardens:
famous gardens on slopes of Muizenberg and St James by appointment
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Walks:
pathway above the sea from Muizenberg to Kalk Bay & back on the mountain
paths with breathtaking panoramic views
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Drive
to Hermanus along the scenic False Bay Coast – around the rocky landscape
of Cape Hangklip, to see the majestic beauty of the Southern Right whales
from May to November, visit a wine estate and drive back through the Franschhoek
Pass, Stellenbosch and the Coastline
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Visit
Robben Island - declared a Cultural World Heritage Site, Robben Island
is where former president Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for more than two
decades. Catch the hourly ferry from the V&A Waterfront.
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Wander
around Bo-kaap - the Cape Malay area, in one of the city's most historic
and interesting areas with narrow cobbled streets and colourfully-painted
old houses. Best way to see it is on foot with a guide.
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Shop at
the V&A Waterfront the historic dock area developed into one of the
city's most lively attractions, with loads of restaurants, bars, shops
and cinemas housed in restored warehouses. The excellent Two Oceans Aquarium
is great for children. The area is clean and safe.
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8 units:
3 Superior Rooms – 5 Suites with private patios, air-conditioning, ceiling
fans, heated towel rails, under floor heating, safes and mini-bars
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Breakfast
inclusive
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IT ports
and Wi-fi Internet
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18 hour
room service
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Garden,
terraces & swimming pool
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Satellite
TV (CNN & BBC)
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Private
dining
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In room
fax on request
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24 hour
security
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Laundry
& Valet
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Airport
transfers arranged
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Secretarial
services ad-hoc
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Private
& secure parking
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Colona Castle
Manor House
1
Verwood Street
off
Old Boyes Drive,
Lakeside,
7945, Cape Town
Western
Cape
South
Africa
Western
Cape Hotels - False
Bay/Helderberg Accommodation
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