Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Cape Town, WC

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens6 min drive
University of Cape Town7 min drive
Table Mountain20 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Coote’s Classic Cape Cottage:
Sleeps one couple and two others (plus baby).
Classic Cape 5-roomed superb & unique Cottage, built in the late 1800’s. Elegantly restored to its former glory.
In Kenilworth, the heart of Cape Town, 2 minutes from the Kenilworth Race Course and 5 from famous Royal Cape Golf Course. Easy, quick access to Cape Town’s many attractions: Table Mountain, Rhodes Memorial, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Groot Constantia Estate, Indian and Atlantic Oceans , the Wine Routes and many 5 star restaurants to name but a few.
Luxurious accommodation, perfect for entertaining and special occasions (top class caterers available).
Fully equipped and serviced daily except Sundays and public holidays.
Secure lock- up and go with daily security/car guard.
Intimately stylish, exquisite, décor with the charm of a bygone era and careful attention to attention to detail. All your needs provided for, Coote’s offers you a superb 'home away from home’ stay.
Victorian Bedroom & Bathroom en-suite, stunning antique brass bed & lamps ,mirrors, classic décor & period pieces, quality inviting linen.
French glass doors open out into tranquil, private Japanese Garden.
Three other stunning living/bedrooms, entertaining, dining rooms: semi-glassed roof lounge/bedroom with black marble fireplace- antique French Doors extend this room into the Japanese Garden, a greeting and entrance/dining room , dining room /middle bedroom, with classic period pieces including chairs, tables, couches, paintings & beautiful mirrors & rugs
DSTV, music centre
Ironing area with ironing board,drying rack,wine rack,salton warmer trays & cot
Additional access to street and kitchen (for unpacking purposes)
Tranquil & idyllic serene Japanese Garden with bird bath & birds (resident Cape Robin), fish ponds with Koi fish & running water, wooden bridge, benches, bamboo(black & green!), trees, flowers & ginger plants with their magnificent aroma and a grape vine to enable you to read, meditate/ contemplate & relax in total privacy.
Accommodation is magical for a couple (honey-mooning or needing something special), special occasion celebrations,Ex-patriots needing to entertain, small weddings or engagements.
Takes 30 seated with all antique / period crockery, cutlery & linen available.
Exquisite/Beautiful décor & attention to detail
Coote’s enables you to step back in time & experience a bygone Cape era
Private armed response and alarm system 24/7
Corner security guard (opposite entrance)

Property manager

Colleen Beak

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Cape Town

This cottage is located in Kenilworth, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, and is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape Town Cruise Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.

Cape Town, WC

What's nearby

Kenilworth Race Course - 5 min walk
Kingsbury Hospital - 3 min drive
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive
University of Cape Town - 7 min drive
Table Mountain - 20 min drive

Getting around

Kenilworth Station - 11 min walk
Cape Town Station - 19 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

Kenilworth Race Course - 9 min walk
Wild Bean Cafe - 6 min walk
Penny Lane - 14 min walk
Banana Jam Cafe - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit on 20 Apr 2024 start from AU$135.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coote’s Cape Classic Luxury Historic House of Grace & Charm Victorian Bedroom/Bathroom En-Suit located?

Located in Kenilworth, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kenilworth Race Course, Arderne Gardens and Kingsbury Hospital. Cavendish Square and Newlands Cricket Ground are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kenilworth Station is 11 minutes by foot and Wynberg Station is 13 minutes.

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10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

17 July 2019

5star

Great stay

Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nicholas N.

19 Feb 2017

Helpful owners and good location for all Cape Town areas

The property is in a quiet residential area with parking out front. Due to the age of the building the house layout is what you might call quirky and has an eclectic range of furniture. There's only one bedroom and so not sure the house would be suitable for more than one couple. There are supermarkets/pubs/fast food joints within a short distance, although I wouldn't recommend walking after dark (nothing against the area - more SA in particular). Colleen and John were always available if we had any questions and the only real issue we had was internet access, as coming form the UK we'd assumed unlimited access was standard. If you don't have your own data package then you need to let Colleen know in advance so she can set it up for you - and then you only get 1gb free which we found insufficient for our 4 nights. Apologies for just going on about the internet but these days it's just accepted everywhere has full and free accesss. You can see table mountain from the front veranda and everywhere in the Cape Town area is easily accessible from the house but obviously you do need a car.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017

About the host

Hosted by Colleen Beak

BORN:
30.10.1950 COLLEEN WOLFE-COOTE
JOHANNESSBURG

EDUCATION:
-SCHOOLING
CAPE TOWN HIGH SCHOOL: Matriculated 1967
Chairman Debating Society
White House Captain
Prefect
-UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN
BATCHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE (BSC)
MAJORING IN: PURE-MATHS & COMPUTER SCIENCE

-POST GRADUATE
ASSOCIATE OF THE INTITUTE OF ACTUARIES (AIA) U.K.

WORKING CAREER:

SA MUTUAL : Actuarial Development -4 years
NORWICH UNION: Actuarial Development
& -12 years
Pension Fund Valuation
SANLAM: Pension Fund Valuation
& - 10 years
Marketing(Manager Broker Services WC)
SELF- EMPLOYED:

ENSEMBLES CC set up – See attached ENSEMBLES PROFILE for details
Enterprise Description

The Ensembles Enterprise has been established for the purposes of:
- Job Creation (for the indigent & unskilled unemployed)
-Nature Conservation (of the natural biodiversity of the area)
-Eco and Other Tourism
*Cheval Vapeur operates as a Tourist Facility with self-catering cottages on the active Horse Farm in seasonal wetlands(Cape Flats).
*Coote’s Cottage is a Multi-Functional Self-Catering Venue in Kenilworth.
*25 Gibson Road is a Self-Catering Accommodation Venue in Kenilworth – Currently operating as a Drug Rehabilitation Centre, Ixande.

COMPANY PROFILE
Ensembles:

Why they chose this property

Sleeps a couple, another + baby
Classic 5 roomed unique Cape Cottage built in the 1800’s
In Kenilworth, the heart of Cape Town, minutes to Kenilworth Race Course, famous Royal Cape Golf Course. Easy, quick access to Cape Town attractions: Table Mountain, Rhodes Memorial, Botanical Gardens, Groot Constantia, Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Wine Routes, restaurants etc.
Ideal for entertaining and special occasions. Fully equipped, serviced daily.
Secure lock up and go.

What makes this property unique

Built in the late 1800’s, Coote’s is an original and unique Cape Cottage.
With unemployment being such a mammoth problem in South Africa, we felt we could make something of a contribution by taking one person at a time and making an investment into their skills development. With this in mind, we tried identifying what opportunities exist using unskilled labour. We saw a gap in the market, via woodwork, restoration and tourism.
Coote’s is at the corner of Goldbourne and Wargrave Road, Kenilworth. This was where we started. This corner has had many an identity from corner shop to butchery and a few things in between. Having set eyes on the property, the vision of what it could be, developed.
Given its age & character, it could with effort, careful attention to detail and love, enable a trip back in time to a lost and bygone Cape era, for those who chose to experience such.

After purchasing the property, Joe Mgungu (an illiterate gardener) was selected for skills development, by being part of the restoration project: To restore the property back to the period in which it was built.

Together we attended Woodwork Joinery Classes at Thornton Technical College and after completing the course, we started the project. Unemployed labourers were hired daily (from the streets) and guided in the slow task of restoring and rebuilding. Today, nearly every piece in the cottage from the window frames to the tables and chairs, crockery & cutlery is of the period.

Now this historic home has been elegantly restored to its former glory. Exquisitely furnished with Victorian period pieces (many restored by us), it offers guests a luxurious experience of Classic Cape in a well situated position.

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