We very much enjoyed staying at your modern, very well-furnished flat close to central Cape Town and close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Having s...
Read More...Lyn
United Kingdom
Dec 20, 2019 - Jan 7, 2020
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 17/Jul/2026
We are retired and have two adult daughters. Both daughters live in Cape Town in their own apartments and rarely travel with us. We often invite close friends to join us for part of our swaps
Additional languages spoken
Afrikaans
Affinities
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Science / Research,
NGO workers
MoreLessProfession
Education Researcher/Businessman (Retired)
Lyn
United Kingdom
Sven&Ursula
Germany
We very much enjoyed staying at your modern, very well-furnished flat close to central Cape Town and close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Having s...
Read More...We very much enjoyed staying at your modern, very well-furnished flat close to central Cape Town and close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Having such a splendid home away from home makes a stay in this wonderful city all the more enjoyable. A warm personal welcome and a lovely evening at the end of our stay made for a perfect time in CPT.
Read Less...joelle
France
Nous avons passé dix jours très agréables au Cap dans l'appartement de Kathy et Ed, dans un immeuble au calme et très bien situé dans un quartier anim...
Read More...Nous avons passé dix jours très agréables au Cap dans l'appartement de Kathy et Ed, dans un immeuble au calme et très bien situé dans un quartier animé avec des commerces, bars et restaurants. On peut aller à pied dans le centre ville, à Bo Kap et même jusqu'au Waterfront. Nous avons rencontré Kathy et Ed quand ils sont arrivés chez nous et également au Cap, nous avons eu un très bon contact avec eux , ils nous ont prêté leur voiture pour faire les excursions en dehors de la ville. C'est une expérience d'échange très réussie. We had a wonderful stay in Kathy and Ed's apartment which is very pleasant and well situated to visit Capetown. Around you can find bars, restaurants and supermarkets, and you can walk to the city center, Bo Kap and even the Waterfront. We met Kathy and Ed in Paris and in Capetown, they are lovely people and they told us everything we needed to know for our trip. It was a very successfull swap.
Read Less...Manuel
Portugal
Bilge
Turkey
When we joined homelink, we didnt think that we would have such a wonderful experience and have such a lovely friendshipness. We had great times duri...
Read More...When we joined homelink, we didnt think that we would have such a wonderful experience and have such a lovely friendshipness. We had great times during our vacation.kathy and ed are very helpful and kind to us in every way. It was one of the most beautiful vacations in our lives. İt was also amazing to be with kathy & ed, and sharing their lives. I hope our friendshipness will last many years.
Read Less...Raffaella
Italy
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Sabbatical Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
We first joined HomeLink in 1995 and over the years have enjoyed 15 swaps in the UK, USA, and Asia. We recently re-joined and have two new options to offer.
Our apartment is the perfect location to enjoy and explore Cape Town. The complex is secure safe (with fulltime concierge) and overlooks the city centre.
The apartment is a penthouse on the fifth floor providing a wonderful sunny view of the centre of the city of Cape Town. There are two lifts providing easy access.
The main bedroom is upstairs with a mezzanine office/second bedroom. The main bathroom is upstairs with a second toilet on the lower level. There is a small balcony off the lounge area.
WiFi internet and satellite TV channels are available.
This is a very easy place to live. All amenities within walking distance. On the MyCiti bus route.
Ideally we are seeking a swap in an urban area where we can engage with the local culture.
Type
Apartment/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
We live on the outskirts of the CBD of Cape Town. We are a ten minutes drive from Camps Bay, Sea Point and Clifton beaches and Table Mountain.
Within walking distance is Long Street which is well known for its clubs, bars and restaurants. Kloof street is around the corner and has more sedate restaurants.
Gardens is an old extension of Cape Town city tinged with a fresh breath of brand new development: hotels, shops and restaurants.
The old Cape Town feel that emanates from the Museums, churches and Company Gardens is complemented by the creative influence of the Michaelis Art School, the off-the-wall Labia Cinema complex and the herds of students, media types and career poseurs of many persuasions on Kloof St.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Enjoy leisurely walks along the tree-lined paths while taking in some of the more than 8 000 species of plants contained in the Company’s Garden, before stopping for tea and cake at the tea room.
There are also a number of museums in the vicinity, including the South African National Gallery.
the Iziko Museums’ South African Museum, the South African Jewish Museum and the District Six Museum.
No visit is complete without taking time out to feed peanuts to the squirrels or to enjoy views of Table Mountain.
Go to http://www.capetown.travel/attractions . for a comprehensive guide of the wonders of Cape Town.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We are currently looking for simultaneous and non-simultaneous swaps.
We started home swapping 20 years ago and have enjoyed visiting homes in big cities such as Paris, New York, HCMC, Singapore, London, Edinburgh, San Francisco and Rome. Our daughters are adults now and are unlikely to travel with us. As we are now semi-retired we are looking for longer term stays and would most likely to be tempted to visit cities where the climate is moderate.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 17/Jul/2026
We are retired and have two adult daughters. Both daughters live in Cape Town in their own apartments and rarely travel with us. We often invite close friends to join us for part of our swaps
Additional languages spoken
Afrikaans
Affinities
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Science / Research,
NGO workers
MoreLessProfession
Education Researcher/Businessman (Retired)
Lyn
United Kingdom
Sven&Ursula
Germany
We very much enjoyed staying at your modern, very well-furnished flat close to central Cape Town and close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Having s...
Read More...We very much enjoyed staying at your modern, very well-furnished flat close to central Cape Town and close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Having such a splendid home away from home makes a stay in this wonderful city all the more enjoyable. A warm personal welcome and a lovely evening at the end of our stay made for a perfect time in CPT.
Read Less...joelle
France
Nous avons passé dix jours très agréables au Cap dans l'appartement de Kathy et Ed, dans un immeuble au calme et très bien situé dans un quartier anim...
Read More...Nous avons passé dix jours très agréables au Cap dans l'appartement de Kathy et Ed, dans un immeuble au calme et très bien situé dans un quartier animé avec des commerces, bars et restaurants. On peut aller à pied dans le centre ville, à Bo Kap et même jusqu'au Waterfront. Nous avons rencontré Kathy et Ed quand ils sont arrivés chez nous et également au Cap, nous avons eu un très bon contact avec eux , ils nous ont prêté leur voiture pour faire les excursions en dehors de la ville. C'est une expérience d'échange très réussie. We had a wonderful stay in Kathy and Ed's apartment which is very pleasant and well situated to visit Capetown. Around you can find bars, restaurants and supermarkets, and you can walk to the city center, Bo Kap and even the Waterfront. We met Kathy and Ed in Paris and in Capetown, they are lovely people and they told us everything we needed to know for our trip. It was a very successfull swap.
Read Less...Manuel
Portugal
Bilge
Turkey
When we joined homelink, we didnt think that we would have such a wonderful experience and have such a lovely friendshipness. We had great times duri...
Read More...When we joined homelink, we didnt think that we would have such a wonderful experience and have such a lovely friendshipness. We had great times during our vacation.kathy and ed are very helpful and kind to us in every way. It was one of the most beautiful vacations in our lives. İt was also amazing to be with kathy & ed, and sharing their lives. I hope our friendshipness will last many years.
Read Less...Raffaella
Italy
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