Blue Views Penthouse One

Fully equipped for independent living, Blue Views Penthouse One enjoys the best of both worlds as the apartment is also fully serviced and has the advantage of a hotel-style concierge service.

Part of a modern apartment complex, Blue Views Penthouse One lies in a sheltered corner of the Atlantic coastline on the edge of Camps Bay and a short stroll away from sought-after Bakoven Beach. Ideally positioned to be largely wind-free during Cape Town’s summer from November to March, and to provide a haven from the city’s hustle and bustle, this 2-bedroom contemporary apartment is ideal for couples travelling together and honeymooners wanting a little extra space.

Besides the two en suite bedrooms, there is a kitchen, lounge and dining area plus an outdoor socialising area with a swimming pool. You can enjoy some of your favourite shows on satellite television, catch up with friends and family back home thanks to the complimentary Wi-Fi, and stroll down to the beach whenever you feel like it.

Style & Décor

Blue Views Penthouse One is a typical Camps Bay villa with clean, modern lines and sleek, minimalist furnishings. The colour scheme mixes fresh white and chrome with warmer wood and earthy tones; pull back the large slatted sliding doors to let in the view and you can contrast the interior’s soft tones with the dazzling blue Atlantic Ocean outside. A highlight is the large outdoor area, complete with a swimming pool, sun loungers, shaded couches and 270° views of the Twelve Apostles mountains and ocean.

Neighbourhood

Blue Views Penthouse One is set in Bakoven, an enclave of the much larger Camps Bay neighbourhood that generally evades the prevailing summer winds. You can walk to Bakoven Beach, which about 100 metres / 330 feet away, or on for another five minutes to Camps Bay beach, which is flanked by a wide range of restaurants and bars.

The villa’s location on the southern side of Camps Bay also puts you close to the local supermarket, ideal for stocking up on provisions. A longer scenic drive will take you to Table Mountain’s cable car as well as the V&A Waterfront, home to Cape Town’s largest array of shops and restaurants as well as the Robben Island ferry station.

Suitability

A 2-bedroom apartment, Blue Views Penthouse One is recommended for couples and honeymooners looking for a bit of extra space to relax in. It will also suit two couples travelling together as each bedroom has an en suite bathroom and the outside area is generously sized. Close to the beach, it is also suitable for a family with one or two teenagers but is not recommended for young children as the pool is unfenced.

Best time to visit

Cape Town is considered a year-round destination but Camps Bay, sitting on the Atlantic coastline, is at its best during summer. November to April is a time dominated by dry, warm and sunny weather and Cape Town is at its most festive and eventful. There are many local sporting and cultural events as well as music concerts over December and January – including several in Camps Bay - but note that visitor numbers to the city and to Camps Bay in particular are at their highest at this time of year.