Exclusive villa in St James, Cape Town. Ideal for a lavish seaside holiday for 16 guests and/or a magnificent venue for weddings, special occasions and corporate functions for up to 50 guests
Hovering over False Bay with a 360-degree view of mountain and sea, is the enchanting and luxurious Villa St James, a restored historical National Monument ideal for a lavish seaside holiday, wedding or corporate function in the coastal town of St James.
St James, situated 35 minutes from Cape Town center, was the first resort to be developed by the British in the early 1900’s. Today St James is celebrated for its balmy climate, warmer Cape waters, whale watching and accessibility along the railway line which extends along the scenic coastal route to Simon’s Town.
It is not surprising that Villa St James, with an illustrious history since 1850 and previous home to the British Admiralty, the Greek Royal family and South African Statesman Jan Smuts; is now a magnificent venue for private stays, weddings, birthdays, corporate functions and launches.
On the first floor, Villa St James accommodates up to 16 guests in 8 spacious bedrooms with extra long beds and five bathrooms. Each bedroom, unique in character, has sea or mountain views with variable features of private outdoor or indoor balconies and a rabbit warren of inter-leading doors.
The living and leisure zone on the ground floor features an elegant dining or conference room for a maximum of 30 guests. The décor blends nautical accents with collectable deco throughout the 2 lounges and billiard room along with influences of Africa and traditional Cape Dutch style. Relaxation comes easily with a substantial music and literary collection, an English pub and a secluded courtyard with trellised grapevines.
The living area spills outdoors to the sheltered garden and outdoor swimming pool, with unbroken vistas of the Indian Ocean. From the outdoor terrace captivating hours observing human aqua activities and the subtle changes of nature will mesmerise even the most cynical city dweller.
Villa St James is a self-catering oasis of privacy, but is maintained at all times by a courteous and professional staff. Your specific needs are important to us and will be handled with proficient assurance, leaving you free to enjoy a memorable stay at Villa St James.
We look forward to welcoming you to Villa St James and assisting you with all your concierge requirements including a private chef, function co-ordination, daily housekeeping, car hire, airport transfers, babysitting, restaurant bookings, tours, activities and more…
General • 8 Bedrooms: 1 x King, 5 x Queen, 1 x Double, 4 x Single, 1 x Futon • 5 Bathrooms, 1 Guest Toilet • Fully Equipped Kitchen, Laundry Facilities, Barbecue Facilities, • Lounge, TV Room, Billiard Room, Pub, Dining Room (22 Seater) • DSTV, DVD player, CD player, MP3 player with over 4000 songs, Wireless Internet • Swimming Pool, Secure Parking for 5 vehicles • Private functions catering 30 guests
BEDROOMS
Main House
Protea Room: King bed, en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower, separate toilet, balcony, sea views Aloe Room: Single bed, enclosed terrace, sea views (inter leading to Protea room) Palm Room: Queen bed, balcony (inter leading to Sunflower Room) Sunflower Room: Queen bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, separate toilet, balcony Sage Room Queen bed, enclosed terrace Lavender Room: Queen bed, en-suite bathroom with toilet, bath and shower, mountain views Lily Room: Double bed, Single bed, en-suite bathroom with toilet, bath and shower, mountain views Rose Room: 2 Single beds, en-suite bathroom with toilet, bath and shower, mountain views
Outside Cottage
Grapevine Room: Queen bed, en-suite bathroom with toilet shower, quart yard views Grapevine Lounge: Double futon (pull out coach), quart yard views
Estimated Distances:
• St James beach 200m 2 min walk • St James train station 500m 5 min walk • Convenience store 3km 20 min walk • Restaurants 3km 20 min walk • Shopping Mall 5km 5 min drive • Hospital 10km 15 min drive • Boulders Penguin Colony 12km 15 min drive • Cape Point 25km 25 min drive • Cape Town centre 35km 30 min drive • Cape Town Airport 45km 40 min drive