Villa Vuyo

Hout Bay, Cape Town,

It's the view that does it. But before you find yourself floating above the lush and treed valley of Hout Bay, there is the all-encompassing peace of the villa itself. Aside from the size of the sprawling villa, there is the harmonious and soothing palette: taupe and turquoise, mushroom greys and olive greens, a touch of bronze or drop of chocolate. And everywhere the raw honesty of natural materials with thick linen, pure cotton, real hide, quality hardwoods. It's a sensual earthy home, a place to nurture the spirit, from the private steam room to the well-tended herb garden; spruce tennis court to elevated (and elevating) yoga studio. Then there's the accommodation: three gorgeous light-filled bedrooms, and a smaller three-bedroom cottage for guests. And of course, a view from every window. Gazing at the grandiose granite outcrops that define the valley, the sheer green slopes dropping into the unique "Republic of Hout Bay", where horses graze on fields alongside some of the Cape's quirkiest stores and fabulous restaurants, one can't help but feel privileged. Seconds from the world famous Chapman's Peak drive. Minutes from Llundudno beach or the Constantia winelands. But most importantly: King of all you survey.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
6 in Main House (2 double rooms and 1 twin) and 6 in Court Cottage (2 double and 1 twin)

Two en-suite bathrooms, one furnished with a king-size bed, the other with twins, on the ground level. Both feature large bathrooms with walk-in drench showers and separate tubs. Both bedrooms and their bathrooms have gorgeous views, but the stunner is the main en-suite bedroom, located in the huge loft space. Here you can see the Table Mountain Park undulate it's way to Cape Point, and at night the pulsating glow from Kommetjie lighthouse as it glistens across the sea. Top-quality finishes in the bathrooms; bedrooms are dressed in Egyptian cotton and windows swathed in raw linen. Court Cottage features a main en-suite bedroom and two bedrooms (double bed; twin beds) sharing a bathroom. Though it is more compact, similar finishes are used throughout.

Living Areas:
The magnificent double-volume lounge, centred around a wood-burning fireplace, is open to the dining area (seating 10) and beautifully finished kitchen. Surrounded by windows, light spills in highlighting the soft, natural hues and materials. Drawn by the breathtaking valley views, you step outside onto an expansive timber deck and pool. Or slide back the glass doors that reflect jagged mountain tops, and relax on the shaded patio, back-dropped by a lush green dell and mature trees. There is a separate entertainment lounge, with large-screen Panasonic TV and surround sound system. Located above the tennis court, Court Cottage has its own cozy lounge-cum-kitchen and verandah, and is similarly finished in quality furnishings.

Outdoor:
The main house has a large deck around the pool, with pool bar and BBQ, and a table under shade seating 8. There is also a cool green garden area with patio furniture on the mountain side. Behind the kitchen is a well-tended herb garden. Garage for 2 cars.

Other:
Security & Servicing:
- Full time housekeeper/maintenance manager.
- Serviced daily.
- Secure walled entrance and electric fencing.
- State-of-the-art alarm and CCTV cameras.
- Armed response back-up.

Neighbourhood: A 15-minute scenic coastal drive from Camps Bay and the city, or 20 minutes through the wooded neck to Constantia, the lush valley and harbour of Hout Bay is ringed by majestic mountains. As such it has a unique character, so much so that it's proud inhabitants have declared it the "Republic of Hout Bay". There are scores of excellent restaurants in the valley, particularly for seafood (the harbour has an excellent fish market); shopping is also fabulous. Aside from this, there are stables (paddocks providing a lovely semi-rural feel), boat trips from the harbour and fascinating township tours. And that's before you've even left Hout Bay!