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Goede Hoop Self Catering Accommodation
   
Hosts: Elizabeth and Crispian Trace
Address: ‘Goede Hoop’, 8 Goede Gift Simon’s Town, 7975
Telephone: (+27 21) 786 2343 Fax: (+27 21) 786 2334
Mobile: (+27 84) 438 9080 Email: ejtrace@gmail.com
GRADING
TGCSA - Four Stars ****
Members of Cape Town Tourism
AA Travel Guides
Superior Rating

Goede Hoop PatioWe invite you to experience Old World charm, stylish elegance, comfort and warm hospitality in our lovely home in the historic centre of Simon’s Town. Our position immediately above Jubilee Square gives a bird’s eye view of the yacht basin, the naval activity and panoramic views across False Bay to the mountains. It is a short walk to the centre of our Victorian village and its attractive waterfront. And in season we watch the whales from our patio.

On a Self Catering basis 'Goede Hoop' can accommodate up to six guests in three double rooms. The main bedroom has a king-size double bed, en suite bathroom and walk in dressing room. The guest bedroom has a queen size double bed with its own separate, but private shower and toilet.

Goede Hoop BedroomThe second guest bedroom is separate, but within the house, and has twin beds en suite bathroom and small private garden.

The open plan living/dining area has magnificent views from all the windows and is stylishly and comfortably furnished with family antiques and original paintings. The well appointed kitchen, situated across a large serving counter, together with our daily maid Nomsa, make for easy holiday living. Nomsa is delightful, trustworthy, unobtrusive and takes the drudge out of your holiday.

Goede Hoop Main BedroomThe patio, with Sunbirds drinking at the window is sheltered from the summer winds, has stunning sea views and is perfect for outdoor living, relaxing and whale watching in season. It is casually appointed with attractive patio furniture and braai facilities. Sunrises are spectacular and at sunset the lovely evening colours reflect on the clouds. A magic circle of sparkling lights illuminates the evenings as you sip sundowners on the patio.

Goede Hoop ViewThere is off street parking in our quiet, safe, secluded close.

We require a minimum booking of two weeks.

A short flight of steps lead into the Victorian village with its Waterfront, shops, restaurants, museums, kayaking and boat rides. A few minutes walk takes you to the beach, or the train for a scenic ride round the bay.

Goede Hoop Dining RoomWe are conveniently close to Cape Point Nature Reserve, the famous Penguin Colony, numerous sheltered, white sandy beaches, (where you can swim with the Penguins) several excellent Golf Courses, Chapman's Peak Drive, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, quirky Kalk Bay with it’s working fishing harbour and quaint shops, horse riding, fishing, diving, hiking and lots more.

We are an excellent base from which to explore the entire Western Cape area. 40 minutes to the famous Winelands or to Cape Town for a cable car ride up Table Mountain, a boat trip to Robben Island or a visit to the V&A Waterfront.

Things to do while you are
in Simon’s Town

  • Wander round the Historic Village rich in naval history and interesting museums
  • Visit the Penguin Colony, – then swim with the Penguins on Boulders Beach
  • Drive to Cape Point Nature Reserve – Walk in the wild. Enjoy the views and the Fynbos
  • Watch the whales from the Patio at ‘Goede Hoop’ in season, (September – November.)
  • Exercise on one of the excellent Golf courses with interesting Arts and Crafts and Restaurants all around
  • Take a Boat trip, Fishing, Diving, Shark and Whale watching or go Sea Kayaking
    Hiking, or easy Nature Trails at Cape Point and Silvermine or Horse riding on the beach at Noordhoek

Nearby attractions – none more than a 40 minute scenic drive away

  • Take the ‘scenic’ route to Cape Town: via Chapman’s Peak Drive, Hout Bay and Llandudno
  • Discover all Cape Town has to offer: a cable car ride up Table Mountain, a boat trip to Robben Island, shopping at the V&A Waterfront and don’t miss Bo Kaap.
  • Enjoy a friendly Township tour. You will be surprised
  • Spend a day or two wining and dining in the Historic Winelands
  • Wander through the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Or a days trip
  • To Hermanus, via Sir Lowry’s Pass and back via the coastal route
  • Up the West Coast - its different and an easy days drive
  • Or drive The Four Passes for spectacular scenery

Bird at the windowGUEST COMMENTS
‘Great hospitality….the children particularly enjoyed ‘camping’ on your fabulous patio, looking into the starry sky and watching the sunbirds feeding at their bedside.’
Grobusch family April 07

‘Accommodation outstanding, matched by your warm reception and friendly hospitality. Nomsa gave us 5 star service.’
Jim, Julia, Rod, Maureen, Fred and Jean. UK March 2007

‘Chosen from dozens on the Internet ‘Goede Hoop’ surpassed all expectations’
Richard and June. England. February 2007

"A great base from which we explored the whole Cape Peninsula and beyond"
David and Jeannie. New Zealand. April 07

OUR RATES
SELF CATERING
(October to April – rent the whole house for up to six people)
Season Period Rate per night
(for 4 people)
Rate per night
(for 6 people)
Medium 1 Oct – 30 Nov R1,200 R1,500
High 15 Jan – 30 April R1,400 R1,700
Peak 1 Dec – 15 Jan R1,600 R1,900
We require a minimum booking of two weeks
Regret outside smoking only

Goede Hoop HouseExtras
Patio fitted with Cover Glass
Air conditioner in living room
Internet, fax and telephone by arrangement
Two 17”TV’s with DSTV and PVR allowing individual viewing
Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Drier
Daily maid included in rate
Charlotte Rhys toiletries
Luxurious Linen

Goede Hoop view of gardenSo much nicer than packing up and moving each day

Goede Hoop entranceHosts
Elizabeth and Crispian Trace

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or send email to: ejtrace@gmail.com

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