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Camps Bay
Camps Bay has long been one of Cape Town's most popular holiday
destinations. Lined with palm trees on the beachfront, with white
sandy beaches, brilliant blue sea and majestic mountains in the
background, Camps Bay offers you the holiday of a lifetime. The
cosmopolitan beachfront with its restaurants and cafés
is busy throughout the year. The village is close to many other
attractions, yet Camps Bay displays a certain uniqueness which
is enjoyed by all its guests - come and experience it for yourself!
History
Jan van Riebeeck arrived at the Cape in 1652, sent by the Dutch
East India Company to erect a refreshment station for the passing
ships on their trade route to the East (see History). Shortly
after arrival, he started exploring the surrounding area.
He soon ventured over the mountain and discovered a bay with
a lovely beach behind Table Mountain. Initially the area was
of little interest to the company, being unsuitable for shipping
with its dangerous breakers, yet attractive to farmers. By 1700
the area behind Table Mountain was known as Roodekrantz (Red
bank) due to the reddish colour of the soil. The area was given
to John Lodewyk Wernich, the Mayor of Bismarck, who built a farmhouse
and called it Ravensteyn. After his death, his widow, Anna Koekemoer,
married Fredrik Ernst von Kamptz, who built a track along the
coast from his house to Cape Town. The farmhouse was later used
by various British governors, among them Lord Charles Somerset,
as a holiday house.
The French defend Camps Bay
When the American War of Independence broke out in 1777, the French and
the Dutch sided with America to fight against England. Since the Cape
was considered an important trade and supply station, both France and
England sent their troops to Cape Town. The troops arrived in 1781,
although the French won the race and landed 11 days before the British.
Before long, war erupted between England and the Netherlands,
and for the next three years France assisted her allies, the
Dutch, in the struggle to protect the Cape. As suggested by the
French, a line of fortifications was built from the coast to
Devil's Peak and to the battery on Kloof Nek. Trenches were dug
and a battery was built to command the beach, under Dutch command,
and von Kamptz's track to Camps Bay was demolished in the process.
The Bay of Von Kamptz
After the war, von Kamptz returned home to find his farm wrecked and
his track destroyed. He lodged an official complaint, but the governor
refused to rebuild the track, instead offering to buy the farm. On
31 January 1786, the government paid compensation to von Kamptz and
the farm changed hands. Within a few months, two small batteries had
been built.
First British Occupation
Dutch power in the Cape was fading by the end of the 18th century. When
news of the Napoleonic Wars arrived in 1793, the British decided to
secure the Cape. They took control of the Cape settlement in 1795,
and finally defeated the Dutch in 1806 at Blouberg. In 1807 Lord Charles
Somerset was to use the 'Round House' building in Camps Bay as his
hunting lodge.
The beauty of Camps Bay eventually became better known, from
the many governors who had braved the narrow road to the beach.
In 1848 a better road had been completed, named Lady Smiths Pass,
after the wife of the governor. It was later renamed to Kloof
Road.
General information
Camps Bay is home to around 5500 families, with one of the best
high schools in the country. It has some of the most prestigious
properties in Cape Town, with priceless views. The famous Clifton
beaches are situated nearby.
Camps Bay is probably second only to Table Mountain in its popularity
for photographs and postcards. The turquoise colour of the ocean,
together with the blue of the sky, the white sandy beach and
the famous palm fringed beachfront -it's just the perfect holiday
paradise. The view from Lion's Head is amazing, and the relatively
short hike is well worth the effort.
Attractions
The main attraction of Camps Bay is undoubtedly the unsurpassed
beauty of its lovely beaches. Swimming and tanning under a bright
blue sky, or taking a relaxing walk in the soft white sand are
pastimes enjoyed by tourists and locals alike. Gourmet restaurants
and cafés line the trendy beachfront, offering delicious
refreshments and superb views. The famous 'Theatre on the Bay'
offers delightful entertainment, and there are plenty of shopping
opportunities.
A number of sporting clubs are also a source of fun and activity
- bowling, cricket, soccer, squash and tennis. The lifesaving
club is one of the most established clubs and acts swiftly in
emergency situations. Further from the beach, the magnificent
mountain range is ideal for walking and hiking, and the opportunities
are near endless.
Camps Bay has it all - the perfect setting for a perfect holiday,
coupled with first class dining, entertainment, accommodation
and recreation, as well as picture perfect sunsets. A popular
place to spend a sunny day with Capetonians, and a dream destination
for tourists, Camps Bay really does offer everything for everyone.
Camps Bay Accommodation -
Modern flat with panoramic views for up to 4 persons - CBA
32
| Modern flat with panoramic views for up to 4 persons Panoramic Views is a modern flat with contemporary furnishings
and a very comfortable living area. It is situated on a
quiet road in the centre of Camps Bay.
The main bedroom, and lounge especially, enjoy spectacular
views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range and the Atlantic
Ocean. The second bedroom overlooks the Twelve Apostles,
Lion's Head and the cable station.
The apartment has a wonderful, open, holiday feel. Cape
sunshine washes in through the large windows that stretch
the length of the lounge.
The block shares a large communal pool and a braai (barbeque)
area that has wonderful 360-degree view of both the mountains
and the ocean. This is the perfect spot to relax on those
days when you really don't want to deal with the hustle
and bustle of the beachfront.
Panoramic Views is a perfect, simple holiday apartment
and offers some of the best value that you will find anywhere
in Cape Town.
Entire Property: Alarm System
Main Bedroom (En-Suite): Bath, King Size Bed, Phone
Lounge: DVD Player, Music System, Television
Kitchen: Dishwasher, Fridge / Freezer, Microwave Oven,
Oven, Stove, Washing Machine
Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed (Twin Single Beds), Bathroom,
Separate Shower
Outdoor Area: Braai/Barbeque, Pool
Rates per night 2008/2009
| Dates |
Season |
Rate per night |
| 01 April 2008 - 30 April 2008 |
Mid Season |
R 1 420 |
| 01 May 2008 - 30 Sep 2008 |
Low Season |
R 1 050 |
| 01 Oct 2008 - 31 Oct 2008 |
Mid Season |
R 1 420 |
| 01 Nov 2008 - 13 April 2009 |
Summer Season |
R 2 300 |
| 14 days over Christmas & New Year |
Peak Season |
R 3 000 |
| 09 April 2009 - 30 April 2009 |
Mid Season |
R 1 700 |
| 01 May 2009 - 30 Sep 2009 |
Low Season |
R 1 350 |
| 01 Oct 2009 - 31 Oct 2009 |
Mid Season |
R 1 700 |
All listed rates are approximates and will be adhered to
where possible, but are subject to change. Please e-mail
us for accurate rates!
Please note:
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Camps Bay, Cape Town Holiday
Accommodation - Luxury Villas & self-catering Apartments
Designer apartment in Camps Bay's prestigious
area for up to 2 persons – CBA 129
This apartment is situated on the top level in the same
complex as CBA130 and CBA131, and is the largest of the
three apartments.
Its stylish décor and understated elegance is
relaxing and easy on the eyes. An antique-style desk
in one corner allows die-hard workaholics an opportunity
to do some work in relative privacy, even while on holiday.
A moderate-sized lounge, furnished with a flat screen
TV and DSTV, opens onto a partially covered balcony with
a private sauna (around the corner) and a gorgeous view
of the ocean and surrounding mountains. The apartment
is close enough to the sea to scent brine upon the breeze,
yet a screen of foliage affords a modicum of privacy
and adds to the intimate ambience. Enjoy the sense of
seclusion that this apartment’s location and design
imparts, even though it is situated in one of the most
popular areas in Cape Town. It is also within convenient
walking distance of the beach and a selection of trendy
restaurants, bars and cafés.
The private swimming pool is an ideal place to unwind
after a hard day’s sightseeing, and a heater is
provided to warm chilly toes during the colder months.
The cosy bedroom has a view of the ocean as well as access
to the balcony and the sauna, for intimate evenings spent
with cocktail in hand amid the steam. An en-suite bathroom
is designed to cater to the most discerning needs with
its generous full-glass shower and built-in cupboards.
The immaculate open-plan kitchen boasts stainless steel
countertops and grey, marble-style floor tiles. It comes
equipped with most of the essentials of home including
a modern cooker, fridge with freezer, washing machine
and dishwasher.
On-street parking in this very prestigious area of Camps
Bay is available close to the apartment gate.
Entire Property: Alarm System, On-street parking,
Sea View, Walking Distance from Beach, Walking Distance
from
Restaurants, Wireless Internet Access, Sauna
Bedroom:(En-Suite): Double Bed, Bath, Shower,
Built-in Cupboards
Lounge: Heater, Television, Sea and Mountain View
Kitchen: Dishwasher, Fridge/Freezer, Oven, Stove, Washing
Machine
Outdoor Area: Outdoor Furniture, Pool, Sea and Mountain
View
Camps Bay Holiday apartment - Rates per night 2008/2009
| Dates |
Season |
Rate per night |
| 01 April 2008 - 30 April 2008 |
Mid Season |
R 1 950 |
| 01 May 2008 - 30 Sep 2008 |
Low Season |
R 1 200 |
| 01 Oct 2008 - 31 Oct 2008 |
Mid Season |
R 1 950 |
| 01 Nov 2008 - 13 April 2009 |
Summer Season |
R 2 500 |
| 14 days over Christmas & New Year |
Peak Season |
R 3 500 |
| 14 April 2009 – 30 April 2009 |
Mid Season |
R 1 950 |
| 01 May 2009 - 30 Sep 2009 |
Low Season |
R 1 350 |
| 01 Oct 2009 - 31 Oct 2009 |
Mid Season |
R 2 100 |
All listed rates are approximates and
will be adhered to where possible, but are subject to
change. Please e-mail us for accurate rates!
Please note:
- Check in: Between 14:00 and 18:00 (an early or late
check-in will result in an additional charge)
- Check out: 10:00
- Minimum booking period during Easter: 5 nights
- Minimum booking period if over Xmas and New Years:
14 nights
- From the holiday apartment in Camps Bay one drives
a mere 5 - 10 minutes to the Cape Town city center.
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