The Bachelor Strand  

In Somerset West on Cape Town’s outskirts, this self-catering apartment is a quiet suburban base close to golf and the coast. Erinvale Golf Club and Harmony Park are a 15-minute drive away, Bikini Beach sits about 9 km out, and De Zalze Golf Club is roughly 16 km. Free on-site parking makes arrivals easy.

Bright, unfussy rooms open onto a private patio. The kitchen has a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven for fuss-free self-catering. A 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable and a private bathroom with a deep soaking tub add a touch of comfort, plus complimentary toiletries.

Make use of the picnic area and barbecue grills for easy outdoor meals. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Private patio, full kitchen, cable TV and free self-parking round out the practical perks.

Complimentary wireless internet lets you stay connected for work or streaming.