Dramatic and dazzling, Cape Town is a star-studded production of natural wonders, headlined by show-off coastlines and soaring mountains, underscored by historic vineyards and verdant wine estates.
As South Africa sails into autumn, there’s no better time to visit the Mother City, but whether you're jetting off this month, or later in the year, be sure to download your desti-essential LUXE x Stay One Degree Mini-Guide.
Compiled by resident Capetonian Laura Miller and fine-tuned by LUXE’s inhouse editors, this meticulously curated guide saves you hours randomly scrolling online; simply sign up to discover the city’s top restaurants, art n' culture happenings and natural attractions, plus a local’s guide to the Winelands, but natch. First up, accommodation – here are 3 luxury vacation homes courtesy of Stay One Degree to kick-start your holiday.
Contemporary Villa Overlooking Camps Bay
Va-va-va-views and slick minimalism jostle for attention at this contemporary showstopper situ'd in the highly sought-after Camps Bay. Sparse, white-n-grey interiors let the natural outlooks do all the talking – backdropped by the 12 Apostles you have Table Mountain and Lions Head to one side, sweeping beach and Atlantic t'other, all viewed from the outside patio and rim-flow pool. 6 beds, sleeps 12. Camps Bay / stayonedegree.com
Spacious Cape Town Villa
For when you have the extended family (or friends) in tow, this lavish country estate includes a separate cottage and bedroom house alongside the main villa, all set within extensive leafy gardens. Myriad in and out living areas allow for social and personal time, plus pool, Jacuzzi and playroom. 10 beds, 20 guests. Hout Bay / stayonedegree.com
Ultimate Beach Hideaway
Location, location, location. It's seascape all around at this light, bleached-blonde and tricked-out modernista a mere flip-flop’s toss from Clifton 4th Beach. Heated pool and shady deck; the rolling waves soundtrack is complimentary. 3 beds, sleeps 5. Clifton 4th Beach / stayonedegree.com
