Simon's Town is a picturesque beachside village overlooking False Bay, located just 45 minutes from the buzz of Cape Town and an hour from the world renowned Stellenbosch winelands.
Simon's Town is a popular tourist destination with a rich naval heritage and is home to several historical buildings e.g. Simon's Town Museum and The Heritage Museum amongst others, housing artefacts of its distinctive maritime past.
The village with its cobbled winding roads is a hive of activity with shops, restaurants, vendors, stalls and tourist attractions. Interesting antique, clothing and bric-a-brac shops will keep you browsing for hours.
The African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach, a 5 minute drive from the house is a "must see" for the visitor to Simon's Town. Possibly the only beach where you get to swim with African Penguins. Simon's Town is a world heritage bird site.
Simon's Town not only offers a lovely natural beauty but also provides a collection of holiday activities such as hiking, golfing, mountain biking, scuba diving, kayaking, whale watching and, for the extreme there is shark cage diving, rock climbing and deep sea fishing.
The South African Navy Festival and the New Year's Eve Street party are annual events in Simon's Town. These events draw huge crowds and create a wonderful carnival atmosphere attracting people from all over the country.