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Offering a garden, Melkbos Beach Cottage offers accommodations in Melkbosstrand. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Van Riebeeck Beach is a 3-minute walk away and Melkbosstrand Beach is 1.4 miles from the vacation home. The spacious vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, as well as a coffee machine. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Melkbosstrand, like cycling, fishing, and hiking. CTICC is 20 miles from Melkbos Beach Cottage, while Robben Island Ferry is 21 miles from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 27 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
High score for Melkbosstrand

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marc
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Lovely and quite with loads of space separate from the main house.
  • Charl
    South Africa South Africa
    Very comfortable and a few meters away from the beach. Very spacious perfect for a group of friends or a family stay. You wil not make a mistake staying here.
  • Belinda
    South Africa South Africa
    Self catering Beach Cottage so close to the beach. Sea view and the sound of the waves was awesome. Close to the small shopping centre. We found a guy making pancakes in his food trailer and they were oh so yummy :)
  • A
    Avril
    South Africa South Africa
    The location and the place is beautiful. It's so close to the beach.
  • Amy
    South Africa South Africa
    Very clean, the place has everything you could possibly need. Bonus was not having to worry about interruption of loadshedding I had a lovely time
  • 4x4medic
    South Africa South Africa
    The best location with the most friendly hosts. An awesome experience! So close to the beach and with all amenities needed. The space is great and you will not need anything else.
  • Kf11
    South Africa South Africa
    The cottage had everything we needed. We spent a very enjoyable weekend, catching up with family and just relaxing.
  • Colin
    South Africa South Africa
    Martin met us on arrival and gave us a quick tour of the house. The accommodation was impeccably clean and functional - very good value for money. There are magazines, board games and Netflix available for rainy days. The house is about 100m...
  • D
    Derek
    South Africa South Africa
    Well situated and clean facility. Really beautiful facility in a quiet area. Would recommend this facility!

Host Info

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Melkbos Beach Cottage is situated in Melkbosstrand (Van Riebeeckstrand) which is regarded as the start of the ever-growing Cape West Coast. Melkbosstrand is a favourite with locals and offers hours of beach strolling, surfing, sunsets to put most sunsets to shame, and the much photographed view of Table Mountain and Robben Island. The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen and an open-plan dining and lounge area. The balcony boasts awesome views of Table Mountain; Table Bay and Robben Island. A 2nd patio provides shelter for BBQ's on those frequently windy days! The cottage accommodates 4 - 5 people comfortably, ( 1 sleeper couch.) There are two bedrooms; the main has a double bed and the 2nd has two single beds. There is one full bathroom (bath, shower & toilet in one.) Melkbosstrand is an ideal base to explore both Cape Town and the West Coast.Durbanville Winelands are also close by; & the Boland Mountains offer a number of wonderful day trips. House rules: Reasonable use of utilities is included. Gas heater can be provided, refill for guest account. Guests own electric heating use charged extra. Pets not allowed on beds or furniture.
Well-travelled owners who take a sincere interest in guests to create a peaceful enjoyable home-from-home feel. The cottage is on our property but completely separate and self contained.
Established quiet secure neighbourhood of Van Riebeeckstrand 3kms from Melkbosstrand centre.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of Melkbos Beach Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Family rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron

    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas

    Food & Drink

    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Beach
    • Snorkeling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Racquetball
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site

    Outdoor & View

    • City view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Detached

    Transportation

    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles

    Miscellaneous

    • Designated smoking area
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Dutch

    House rules
    Melkbos Beach Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about $27. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Melkbos Beach Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Melkbos Beach Cottage

    • Melkbos Beach Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Melkbos Beach Cottage on this page.

    • Melkbos Beach Cottage can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Melkbos Beach Cottage is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The nearest beach is 1,300 feet from Melkbos Beach Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Melkbos Beach Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Racquetball
      • Beachfront
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach
    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Melkbos Beach Cottage on this page.

    • Melkbos Beach Cottage is 1.9 miles from the center of Melkbosstrand. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Melkbos Beach Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Melkbos Beach Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.