DESCRIPTIONPrivacy is the greatest luxury, and one which there is plenty of at Somerset West Guesthouse. This 4200m² property houses one of the old original buildings in the Somerset West area - the main house called Casa Sereno which was built in 1923. Striking recent renovations to the original manor were managed to ensure the original colonial Cape Dutch air would not be lost. Natural stone bathroom accessories and other luxury touches, including the large chemical-free swimming pool situated in a lush garden, provides the tranquil setting for a beautiful holiday in the heart of the Cape's Wine lands.
Situated in a large, quiet cul-de-sac, you can decide whether you want your stay to be a social affair where good company and top quality South African wines prevails, or have peace and quiet, sipping sundowners on your private deck, overlooking the beautiful garden and the majestic mountains. Somerset West Guesthouse caters for those travelling on their own and can also accommodate families with children.
Somerset West Guesthouse has ten spacious rooms, eight of which are en-suite, with private entrances and wide terraces. The rooms have been elegantly decorated in a modern colonial Cape Dutch style, with great sliding doors affording views of the breathtaking garden, pool and countryside, allowing maximum enjoyment of the great South African weather.
For the discerning businessman or women, private access to modern technology and wireless communications are available, enabling internet, email and pc-calling at the touch of a button.
The owner of the business, Karin, willgladly provide you with information on day trips to some of the picturesque sites in the Somerset West and Cape Town areas where you will be able to experience the overwhelming beauty of the Western Cape in true South African style.
Half an hour's drive from bustling Cape Town, historical Somerset West is located in a superb mountain environment at the foot of the Helderberg. Overlooking majestic False Bay, this visually stunning town gives access to Sir Lowry's Pass, which crosses the Hottentots Holland mountains into the Overberg and then onto the abundant Garden Route.
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