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2023 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best
Featuring panoramic views of False Bay and the Hottentots Holland Mountains, Cape Vermeer offers luxury serviced or self-catering suites, as well as a sparkling swimming pool and a lush garden with private terraces. Cape Vermeer is ideally located in the heart of the Western Cape, both the Winelands, many award-winning golf courses, the finest gourmet restaurants, the beach and all other fantastic places and attractions are within reach. Cape Vermeer's concierge service will gladly assist you in making your reservations or advising in a personal itinerary.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Patio
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Car hire
Taxi service
Couples massage
Foot massage
Full body massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Adults only
24-hour security
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
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Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
Soundproof rooms
Bathrobes
Dining area
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
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Adventure41257790119 wrote a review Nov 2023
Houston, Texas2 contributions
Exquisite… what a wonderful stay at Cape Vermeer which exceeded all our expectations. The hosts and staff and the attention to detail are exceptional. The breakfast in the idyllic gardens with panoramic mountains views…. You have to experience it yourself as my review does not give it full justice. Your breakfast egg surprise dish will have you setting your alarm clock early, so you don’t miss what is the breakfast of breakfasts. Expertly served with precision by Richard, Blessings and the whole team. You will be so relaxed after a breakfast full of treats. We found the attention to detail 5 star. I don’t want to spoil your fun in finding all the little details that make a stay here a must. Rarely do we say to an owner that we will be back for sure, however I think we just joined the long list of repeat visitors . Thank you all at Cape Vermeer you made our South Africa trip special. See you all again !!!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Enjoy it and relax
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Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for this great review! We are happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay at Cape Vermeer. We love adding you to the returning guest list and look forward to welcoming you back! Richard and the Cape Vermeer team.
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Schautzer wrote a review Jan 2023
Villach, Austria2 contributions
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We stayed in this wonderful and unique place for 2 weeks, in a very beautful setting, with a marvelous view on the one hand to Helderberg and on the other hand to the sea.The rooms are stylishly furnished,the beds exeptionally good, attention is paid to the smallest details.The breakfast is varied ( above all the hommade Granola )and is served in a beautiful manicured garden. The staff is also extreme friendly.This accommadtion leaves nothing to be desired and if it does, Richard - the perfekt host-makes the impossible possible. I recommand this to everyone!!
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Responded 09 Jan 2023
Thank you so much for this great review. We are so happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay at Cape Vermeer. We hope you enjoy our granola at home as much as at Cape Vermeer. We are looking forward to welcoming you back for another stay at Cape Vermeer. Richard
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Gody G wrote a review Nov 2023
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Superb location in very nice resitential area with a charming garden and an excellent host. Every Morning we enjoyed the delicious breakfast and we liked the spaciousness of our accomodation. Richard and his team were in all respects so courteous and helpful. Thank you ever so much!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Thank you so much for this great review! We really are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Cape Vermeer. We hope to welcome you back next year and you will celebrate your birthday again at Cape Vermeer! Richard and the Cape Vermeer team
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DoddsieD wrote a review Nov 2023
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom5 contributions1 helpful vote
Nothing was left to chance. Richard was beyond helpful with advice and shopping ideas. Fountain of knowledge. The room was beautiful and so comfortable everything you could want and even things you didn’t know you needed As for breakfast. Fabulous and beautifully presented. Loved the witty African proverbs too
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: A definite place to stay easily accessible from Cape Town
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Thank you very much for this great review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the start of your holiday at Cape Vermeer. We look forward to welcoming you again! Richard
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Bodiva wrote a review Nov 2023
Cape Town9 contributions4 helpful votes
This accommodation is more than 5 stars! The studio is equipped with everything you need, even a small kitchen, nicely hidden behind doors. Super beds and pillows, bathroom with all amenities you need. The studio is beautifully decorated, good chairs to sit during the evening and read a book. Furthermore and most important the warm welcome from Richard, his time to have a chat with you and to provide you with information about good restaurants, day trips and wineries. The breakfast was amazing, home cooked and every day a new surprise in the basket. The staff is very well trained, nicely uniformed and super friendly and willing to assist you. This accommodation is clean, beautiful, safe and has amazing views over the bay.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you for this great review! It was your second time at Cape Vermeer and we are happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay again. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon for your next stay! Richard and the Cape Vermeer team.
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Werner H wrote a review Nov 2023
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Cape Vermeer / Host: Richard We had an excellent stay at Cape Vermeer. Richard was an outstanding host; always responsive, attentive and flexible in relation to our program. The facilites & rooms were very clean. In the bedroom mineral water, coffee capsules and milk was refilled every day and fresh towels if needed. Our high-light was the breakfast basket we ate on a sunny day outside. Richard made every day a special egg version: my favorite was the egg-soufflee and the muffin form with bacon. Richard is a gourmet. You always can ask him for a fine dining restaurant or a special wine tasting. We are convinced you will spend memorable days at Cape Vermeer as we did in November 2023. We felt more than welcome. Many thanks to Richard and his very friendly Team. M+W from Switzerland.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! It was a great pleasure to serve breakfast to you every morning and to share more tips about restaurants and wine estates. The whole team enjoyed having you as our guests and we really hope to welcome you back for another stay at Cape Vermeer! Richard and Cape Vermeer team.
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Go35674912115 wrote a review Nov 2023
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What an incredible location and exceptional service. Breakfast was scrumptious with a delightful new angle on the usual. Seldom have a found a Guesthouse that made sure to consider every small detail to make sure woman have everything they need. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for this great review! We are happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay at Cape Vermeer and you enjoyed all the small details we are offering to our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next visit to Somerset West. Richard
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Sebastiaan W wrote a review Nov 2023
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Just, wow! This was our second time staying at Cape Vermeer. It felt like coming home. Everything about Cape Vermeer is just right. The rooms are spacious, the views are breathtaking, the beds are just so plush, big and comfortable, the room well equipped and the bathroom is so well designed. But that's just the room. The breakfast is out of this world. Everyday is a surprise (in a good way) and Richard and his team will go out of their way to make it YOUR breakfast with the items you love. Presented in a cute picnic basket. You can either have that outdoors in the garden if weather permits, or in the garden pod. That garden pod also has a fireplace and nice sofa, if the weather is a bit cooler and you still want to read for a bit and take in the views over the bay and mountains. From Cape Vermeer you'll have easy access to all wine estates in the region. Have you visited before and would you like something new? Your host Richard will tell you all about his recent discoveries and hidden gems. Book Cape Vermeer, you won't regret it. And Richard, we'll definitely be back! Thanks again.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The sunniest spot is the table for four in the garden
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Responded 3 weeks ago
WOW! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such an incredible review! It was really a pleasure to have you back as our guests and it was great to see how you have enjoyed your stay at Cape Vermeer again. Looking forward to welcoming you back for your third stay and in the meantime I will do my utmost to discover new places to recommend for your next stay. Richard
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Tim B wrote a review Nov 2023
Southampton, United Kingdom318 contributions56 helpful votes
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Absolutely perfect stay here. Lovely large and comfortable rooms, beautiful views. The staff are all incredibly friendly and welcoming. Parking is easy. The breakfasts are delicious! Little hamper of goodies each day and a different fresh warm egg dish too. Looking forward to returning here.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for this great review! We are so happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay, and especially the breakfast we serve at Cape Vermeer. We are looking forward to welcoming you back so we can surprise you with more variants of our egg dishes. Richard
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Michael C wrote a review Sept 2023
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Beautiful place. Rooms are brilliant and the setting is stunning. Stand out was the breakfast area overlooking some spectacular scenery. Would highly recommend. Richard, Blessings and the rest of your team, thank you very much.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 03 Sept 2023
Dear Michael. Thank you so much for this great review! We are so happy to hear you have enjoyed your stay and especially our breakfast, served in the garden lounge. We hope to welcome you back for another stay with hopefully breakfast outside at our breakfast terrace with also stunning views. Richard
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US$158 - US$271 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeCape TownSomerset West
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Vermeer
Which popular attractions are close to Cape Vermeer?
Nearby attractions include Helderberg Nature Reserve (2.5 km), Root44 (7.1 km), and Cheetah Outreach - Somerset West (3.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Cape Vermeer?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Cape Vermeer?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Cape Vermeer?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Cape Vermeer?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Cape Vermeer?
Conveniently located restaurants include Alex On Fire Moto Bistro, Fancy Franks, and Mozambik Somerset West.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Cape Vermeer?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Cape Vermeer have airport transportation?
Yes, Cape Vermeer offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Cape Vermeer?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Cape Vermeer?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Dutch, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Cape Vermeer?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Vergelegen Picnic (3.3 km).