Plumbago Cottage, Simons Town
Quick Facts
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Budget Getaways Review
Even for cynical city-bred locals, Simons Town makes for a surprisingly pleasant weekend: the naval harbour and its steel dinosaurs, the Kaapse banter of gap-toothed fishermen, a mix of gentrified and salt-of-the-earth eateries and pubs, abundant Victorian buildings, a nearby beach with pretty coves… Flip, there's so much to do here, you'll barely make a dent.
Set bullseye in the heart of things, Plumbago Cottage is good a spot as any to base yourself.
A mere kay from popular Jubilee Square and Town Pier in the village centre (yes, there's still something distinctly villagey about Simons Town), and both Boulders and Seaforth Beaches a five-minute walk away, Plumbago ranks among the original Victorian holiday homes that still grace the local streets.
The cottage is daubed in light colours and retains much of its original charm - as in timber sash windows and a Victorian fireplace in the spacious living and dining room.
Turning to your bed, there are two bedrooms (double and twin) and two bathrooms - therefore ideal for two couples or a small family.
Linen and towels are on the house, there’s a separate laundry room equipped with washer and dryer for those soggy beach towels, and the kitchen is fully equipped.
Stepping outside leads you to an enclosed outdoor patio with braai - thankfully north-facing and protected from the Cape’s angry gusts.
If you’re worried about the Hyundai falling apart in the salt air, don’t be, there’s a lock up garage alongside the cottage.??
All said and done, for a laid-back English holiday by the sea, with beach and local village attractions a mere step away, Plumbago Cottage gets Captain Getaway's nod.
"Lovely cottage. Dealt with very efficiently."
(visited January 2013)
"We came with our whole family for the third time, after a rest of 15 years! The long way from Cologne to Cape Town, one of the main reasons was to spend once again (and probably the last time) some days in this holiday house. Thanks a lot to Mike & Margret!"
(visited October 2012)
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