The Villa
Bonne Esperance is a beautifully restored 19th-century heritage villa in Simon's Town, designed for families, friends and groups. Sleeping up to 12 adults and 4 children, it offers spacious shared living areas and six private ensuite rooms, including three self-contained studios. Ideal for multi-generational holidays, reunions, retreats and celebrations, or as a comfortable, private base for exploring the Cape Peninsula and Cape Town.
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At a Glance
- Exclusive-use heritage villa
- Sleeps up to 12 adults and 4 children
- Six ensuite rooms
- Three Deluxe Ensuite Bedrooms
- Three Private Ensuite Studios with kitchenettes
- Private swimming pool
- Sea-view entertainment deck
- Spacious lounge, dining room and fully equipped kitchen
- Secure off-street parking for six vehicles
- High-speed WiFi throughout
- Solar power system providing uninterrupted electricity and WiFi during power outages
- Walking distance to Boulders Penguin Colony
- Approximately 15 minutes from Cape Point Nature Reserve
- Daily servicing of rooms, kitchen and shared areas.
Is the Villa right for you?
The villa has been thoughtfully designed for guests travelling together while still appreciating personal space.
Perfect for:
- Family holidays
- Multi-generational family gatherings
- Groups of friends
- Celebration weekends
- Wellness retreats
- Photography and adventure groups
- Wedding accommodation
- Small corporate retreats
Unfortunately pets are not permitted.
The Bedrooms
Sleeps up to 12 Adults and 4 Children
The villa offers six spacious ensuite rooms spread across the historic main house and separate courtyard studios. Suitable for babies, toddlers and teenagers.
Three Deluxe Ensuite Bedrooms
Located within the main villa, these generously sized bedrooms each feature:
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Victorian fireplace
- Flexible king-size bed (or two single beds)
- Heating and cooling for year-round comfort
Three Deluxe Ensuite Studios
Located around the private courtyard, each studio includes:
- Private entrance
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Kitchenette
- Flexible king-size bed (or two single beds)
- Heating and cooling for year-round comfort
Shared Living Spaces
Designed for spending time together.
The heart of the villa is its generous open living area where guests naturally gather throughout the day.
Enjoy:
- Comfortable lounge with Smart TV (Seating for 16+ people)
- Large dining room (the table seats 12 with a kids table option available)
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Views across False Bay
- Space for everyone to relax together
Kitchen & Dining
Everything you need to cater for large groups.
The kitchen includes:
- Large refrigerator
- Five-burner gas hob
- Gas oven
- Air fryer
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Scullery
- Coffee machine and French Press’s
- Cookware and serving equipment
- Glassware and crockery for large groups (Children’s crockery)
- Braai utensils
- Basic baking equipment
Outdoor Living
The outdoor spaces are designed for slow mornings and relaxed afternoons.
Enjoy:
- Private swimming pool with sun loungers & umbrellas
- Mountain views
- Sea-facing entertainment deck with outdoor seating & umbrellas
- Large terraced garden with seating
- Outdoor dining
- Braai (BBQ) facilities
- Quiet seating areas throughout the garden
Property Layout
The villa has been thoughtfully arranged to balance shared experiences with personal privacy.
Three ensuite bedrooms are located within the historic villa and lead through to the spacious lounge, dining room and kitchen.
The dining room opens directly onto the sea-view deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Beyond the kitchen, a private courtyard connects to the three self-contained studios, while the swimming pool and gardens are positioned at the rear of the property for added peace and privacy.
A Diagram of Bonne Esperance is available on request which indicates the property layout.
Comfort & Convenience
Every stay includes:
- Daily servicing of rooms, kitchen and shared areas
- High-speed WiFi (suitable for remote working)
- Smart TV (log into your own streaming services)
- Mobile fans
- Wall heaters
- Victorian fireplaces
- Electric blankets
- Premium linen & towels
- Toiletries (Hand & body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion)
- Hairdryers
- Safes in each bedroom/studio
- Beach towels, snorkels and beach baskets
- Secure off-street parking for six vehicles
- Towels changed every 2 to 3 days. Linen changed every 4 days or in the middle of your stay.
