Houtkapperspoort Country Cottages  

Tucked on the slopes of Table Mountain in the northern end of the Hout Bay valley, Houtkapperspoort Country Cottages sits near Constantia Nek about 9 km from Cape Town city centre. You’re minutes from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Eagles Nest, Art in the Forest and World of Birds—perfect for a family-friendly, self-catering mountain escape.

International-class self-catering cottages set in a hidden glen beneath indigenous trees. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops, private balconies or patios, flat-screen TVs with satellite/DStv, safes and separate sitting areas; some units offer fireplaces and complimentary tea/coffee. Daily housekeeping, landscaped grounds and mountain paths next to the Orange Kloof Reserve add to the tranquil vibe.

Outdoor pool, outdoor tennis court, children’s play area, BBQ grills and garden space. 24-hour security, free self-parking and on-site laundry/ironing keep things easy. Wander the magnificent mountain paths, spot springbok and local birdlife, and wake up to fresh mountain air.

Uncapped fibre high-speed internet and free Wi-Fi in all rooms—good for remote work or streaming.

On-site restaurant plus BBQ area for casual meals. Fully equipped kitchens in each cottage let you self-cater when you prefer to cook local produce.