The B&B accommodation for two (plus two children who can ‘camp’ on the patio) is offered when the house is not rented as a unit. The bedroom is separate from, but within the house and is attractively furnished with twin beds, antique furniture and original art. It has an en suite bathroom with both bath and shower and its own small, but private garden.

There is also DSTV plus PVR so you can watch the full range of TV programmes, tea and coffee making facilities, microwave, crockery, cutlery and a small bar fridge. Our excellent breakfasts are served on the ‘Patio with the View!’

You have the use of the patio during your stay which, 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. 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.

There is off street parking in our quiet, safe, secluded close.

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.

We 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. A day trip up the West Coast, over the mountains to Robertson or via the coastal route to Hermanus.

Things to do while based in Simon’s Town

• Simon’s Town is definitely worth a visit of more than one day. Try three or four!
• 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

And 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 wining and dining in the Historic Winelands
• Wander through the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
• Take a trip up the West Coast, its different and an easy days drive
• Or drive The Four Passes for spectacular scenery

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

GUEST 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’
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

Extras
Internet, fax and telephone by arrangement
Patio protected by Cover Glass
Charlotte Rhys toiletries
Luxurious Linenn

Spend several days with us at 'Goede Hoop.' It is the ideal base from which to explore the whole of the Western Cape. Instead of packing up and moving every day, come home each evening to your comfortable room and our warm hospitality.

Discount given for long stays
Children discounted
Regret outside smoking only

Please complete our Booking Enquiry Form
or send email to: ejtrace@gmail.com