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Sonnekus Guest House

St James Cape Town - South Africa

Email Sonnekus Guest House Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

Sonnekus is perfectly situated for the discerning holidaymaker and businessman alike, a mere 25 minutes from the airport and city. The V & A Waterfront is but a short and pleasant drive away. Sonnekus Guest House, gracious old lady of a bygone era, circa 1926, sits at the base of the mountains in St James with the waters of False Bay at her feet.

The house has been lovingly restored to her former splendour, taking the guests comfort into consideration with each suite very individual in its decor.

Sonnekus Guest House is perfectly situated for the discerning holidaymaker and businessman alike, a mere 25 minutes form the airport and city. The V & A Waterfront and Table Mountain are but a short and pleasant drive away.

Sonnekus Guest House Accommodation

Room Descriptions:
"Murex" offers a view of the ocean and the garden, while at the same time being wheelchair friendly. It also has a fireplace, which can be used in winter.

"Cowrie" is very large and spacious, has its own fireplace and lounge area. For the early risers the sun rise from this room is spectacular, as is the view of False Bay.

"Urchin" offers the most spectacular view of False Bay, from Gordon's Bay in the East right across to Simon's Bay in the West.

"Whelk" gives you a good view of False Bay. It has a fireplace for those chilly winter nights.
"Conch" is an cosy room in the centre of the house. An open plan bathroom makes this an intimate hide-away.

"Oyster" is cosy sunrise room with a view of the mountain as well as the east side of False Bay.

"Nautilus" is a sunny room with a view of historical 'Villa Capri', the original whaling station in False Bay, and its garden.

"Clam" is a spacious room with a beautiful view of the False Bay mountains

"Abalone" is a peaceful room with a view of the mountains.

Bathrooms: Some bathrooms have a separate bath and shower, while others have a shower over a luxurious corner bath.

Each room/suite has an overhead fan, heater, tea/coffee tray, telephone, alarm clock radio and television for your convenience.

Facilities:
- Excellent Sea and Mountain views
- Wi-Fi Hotspot, Television and Telephone
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Continental and English Breakfast
- Beach, Surfing, Whale Watching (in season)
- Mountain Walks, Scenic Drives,
- Tennis and play Golf about 5Kms, North and South.
- Easy Access to Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve,
- Penguins at Boulders Beach and the Cape Winelands
- Many restaurants in 2km radius
- Children by prior arrangement
- Wheelchair Friendly.

The Verandha looks out over False Bay, from Gordon's Bay through to Simon's Town. With the beach directly across the road, you can enjoy the comforts of home on the beach, literally.

The Hallway boasts fully restored Oak floors and Teak doors that adds to the warm welcome that awaits our guests on arrival.

The Lounge is large, spacious and has a beautiful fireplace. A television, video machine, various books, games and other entertainments are readily available.

The Dining Room is where the Buffet Breakfast is served. There is also a Fireplace to warm those chilly Winter mornings.

The Pool Room contains a luxurious Jacuzzi for recovering from that long, hard day. It is beautifully set up in the centre of the house, and contains all you would need to relax and ease your tired muscles.

Places to see in the area:
There are many things to do and see, in and around Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula.
- Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world can be found here, and the mild, all year climate makes The Cape a wonderful place to be all year round.

- Cape Town boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. White sands, temperate waters and moderate all year climate make just about any day a beach day.

- This revolving cable car gives spectacular views of Cape Town and surroundings. On top of the mountain there are viewing decks as well as shops and you can also walk, use telescopes, take photos or eat at the restaurant.

- The Western Cape produces some of the finest vineyards and wines in the world. Tour the farms and taste the wines from Constantia Valley, to Stelenbosch and the Boland.

- World famous (infamous) Robben Island in now a national museum. Enjoy a boat trip to the island and a tour of the prison, mine and other island features of this historical place.

Email Sonnekus Guest House Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com