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For nature lovers and other discerning tourists
who want luxurious yet affordable self-catering accommodation
in natural surroundings.
Avian Leisure has a magnificent situation
at the top of Froggy Farm, Simon's Town, overlooking False Bay
and set amidst pristine Cape Fynbos - this means you can see whales,
fur seals, penguins, sunbirds, sugarbirds, and a host of other
birds right from your bedroom!
Bay view
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House view
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 Front view
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We have two spacious and modern apartments,
both with their own private entrances
and ample off road parking.
 Shearwater Main Bedroom
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 Shearwater 2nd Bedroom
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 Shearwater Living Room
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| Shearwater, with its unrestricted
and fabulous sea views, sleeps 4 adults comfortably. Facilities
include a large open plan living room with self-contained kitchen
and dining and sitting areas, a large sea-facing master bedroom
and a second bedroom, both with twin beds, and two bathrooms,
one with shower and one with bath. Both living room and master
bedroom face onto a large wooden deck with views in all directions.
Kitchen is fully equipped with hob, oven, microwave, fridge,
crockery and cooking utensils. TV and telephone available and
kettle braai by arrangement. |
Watsonia Bedroom
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Watsonia Living Room
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Watsonia Library
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| Watsonia is a one bedroomed
suite, with twin beds, a bathroom with large shower and a light
and airy living room with small but well equipped kitchenette
(fridge, microwave, hob, crockery and cooking equipment). TV.
Garden access provides stunning sea and mountain views. |
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Laundry service is available
in the village. All towels and linen are provided and
are changed twice a week. The apartments are serviced
on a twice weekly basis.
- We are ideally situated to explore
the delights of the Western Cape, from Cape Point
to the Cape Winelands.
- Simon's Town is a charming and
historic village offering warm hospitality and
a relaxed atmosphere
- The town has a variety of good
restaurants and shops
- Simon's Town has safe, sheltered
bathing beaches on the warm water side of the Peninsula
Access to a myriad of activities, experiences
and sights- sea fishing, walking, scuba diving, canoeing,
bird watching, pelagic trips, whale watching, golfing,
shark viewing, to name but a few... And over and above
all this, there are the simple pleasures of waking
to a spectacular sunrise over False Bay and watching
the full moon emerge over the bay. A truly magical
experience!
Our hallmark is personalized
service
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 Penguins at Boulders Beach, Simon's Town
Avian sights and
views of our local
flora and fauna
 Porcupines visit Avian Leisure's garden pond nightly
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 Sugarbird on Protea |
Rack Rates |
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SHEARWATER
First two persons
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SHEARWATER
Third & fourth persons
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Watsonia
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Oct '09 - Sept '10
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ZAR 410
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ZAR 325
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ZAR 350
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Oct '10 - Sept '11
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ZAR 450
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ZAR 350
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ZAR 375
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Singles : |
Shearwater
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Watsonia
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Oct '09 - Sept '10 |
R700 per night
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R550 per night
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Oct '10 - Sept '11 |
R760 per night
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R595 per night
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- Rates quoted in SA Rands on a per person per night sharing & self catering basis
- Min 2 nights stay: one night supplement on request
- Continental Breakfast Basket by prior arrangement: R95 each
- Payment by telegraphic transfer, credit card or cash
Singles:
- Oct ‘09 - Sept ‘10:
- Shearwater R700 per night
- Watsonia R550 per night
- Oct ‘10 - Sept ‘11:
- Shearwater R760 per night
- Watsonia R595 per night
LOW SEASON SPECIAL for stays of 4 nights or longer:
10% off over following periods:
May, 15-30 July, August and September 2010, and May to September 2011
We would be delighted to assist
you in planning your trip to the Western Cape
and South Africa, whether it be guided or self-drive.
In particular we specialise in compiling complete
birding and wildlife tour itineraries tailored
to your specific requirements, through our network
of personally selected safari operators.
Booking service includes:
Birding guides and trips
Pelagic excursions - Read
our article Seabird Viewing off Simon's
Town and Cape Point
Shark viewing trips
Nature trips and walks in
the Peninsula
General touring, shopping
and dining in the Western Cape
Wildlife 'Big Five' trips
Car rental and airport transfers
Onward accommodation
Also see our website www.avianleisure.com |
Malachite Sunbird on Leucospermum
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For enquiries and bookings contact
Marie-Louise Cardwell
Via email at
avianleisure@netpoint.co.za
or
Fill in our Enquiry Form below
Avian
Leisure
TGCSA Four Star Self
Catering Accommodation
PO Box 74 Simon's Town 7995
South Africa
Ph/fax: +27 21 786 1414
Mobile: +27 83 272 2455
Skype: mlcardwell
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A selection of our Guest
Book entries:
'This is absolutely a piece of paradise! Thank you both
for your kindness and warmth. We had a lovely relaxed time!'
Debbie Brit - Bryanston, Gauteng
'Unbelievable start to our SA holiday.
The view is unforgettable, the birding was brilliant
and the people special.'
Maureen & David Borrowdale, North Yorkshire, UK
'Really such a nice place to stay, great
views over the bay with whales every day'
Keith & Mel Seaton - Lincolnshire, UK (September)
'Great view, apartment and extraordinary
hospitality! Thanks for making it a great end of our trip'
Helena Amandusson & Mathias Theander, Guteborg, Sweden
'Avian Leisure is first class -
great accommodation with magnificent views and great
local birding. The basis for a really memorable holiday
and an excellent centre for birding the Cape'
Sue & Ron Johns, Norfolk, UK
‘This (Shearwater) must be the biggest bedroom with the best view we have ever stayed in. Wonderful!!’
Bob & Sylvia Tuck, North Yorkshire, UK, February 2010
‘A wonderful week in Simon’s Town – loved the birds, porcupines and the views. Thanks for the hospitality’
Lockett Family, Australia, December 2009
‘A stunning view, spacious apartment and a wonderful stay! Many thanks.‘
Bedford Family, Peak District, UK, January 2010
‘Amazing view, great recommendations, very informative reading material. Also the hike was a real highlight. Many thanks for your hospitality.’
The Bell Family, USA - August 2009
‘Our 2nd stay – still fantastic standards and the view gets better each time – we will be back!‘
Pamela & Paul Kirby, UK – August 2009 |
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