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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cape Town, South Africa
  • Steenberg Wine Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • US Consulate General
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Groot Constantia Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this cottage you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from US Consulate General. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a Smart TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Steenberg Golf Estate - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Steenberg Wine Estate - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • US Consulate General - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Steenberg Vineyards - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Groot Constantia Winery - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Steenberg Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 25 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Vovo Telo Bakery + Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Basilico - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kapstadt Brauhaus - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults

Bicycle Lodge caters for discerning visitors who appreciate luxury finishes, quality beds and linen, tranquil gardens and the outdoors.

Boasting full 60 channel digital DSTV, cable and uncapped wireless Fibre internet connection (free), African leather lounge suite, fully equipped kitchen and comfortable dining area as well as a patio set overlooking a private garden.

Swimming pool and weber braai ensure you will have everything needed to enhance the perfect holiday.

As we prefer to be fully booked all year round with interesting guests from around the world you will find our rate the best value in Cape Town.

Laundry (washing) is done at a small charge for all guests. Ironing board and iron for your use in cottage.

Winter is also a fabulous time in Cape Town, often with beautiful windless sunny days.

Recent winter visitors (a family of 4) left this 5-day itinerary:

“Here are most of the things we did in CT in winter!

Downtown Cape Town - Long St, Bree St, Bo-Kaap, Seapoint - Day 1

Hiked the pipe track on Table Mountain , coffee at Clifton, Lunch at Groot Constantia, - Day 2

Surfing at Muizenberg, Penguins at Boulders, Dinner at Mzansi in Langa Township - Day 3

Coffee/Breakfast at Lourensford Estate Somerset West, Drove to Darling to see start of wild flowers, Blouberg beach. - Day 4

V&A waterfront, MOCAA, Rosebank / UCT - Day 5

Being centrally located, Bicycle Lodge is the ideal “home-from-home”

Property manager

Sharon Obree

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults?

The closest beach to Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults is Camps Bay Beach (13.7 km).

Does Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults have a pool?

Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults has a communal pool and an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults?

No, Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults?

No, pets are not allowed.

Luxurious self-catering cottage sleeping up to 4 adults Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine A., Kihei, Maui

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We love staying at the bicycle lodge. Has all the comforts. We love the gardens and the birds that come to visit. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Town stay
Our accommodation was wonderful. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Braden T., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Lovely stay in this wonderful home. Sharon and John are great hosts and extremely helpful with any questions or requests you might have.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, lovely hosts
Really lovely cottage in the grounds of the host's home. Beautiful gardens and a swimming pool that our daughter loved playing in. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage Stay
The bicycle lodge is a very nice location to stay when you are vacationing Cape Town. 35 Minutes with UBER to Waterfront Victoria & Alfred and many more destinations are so close. We enjoyed beaches as Boulder Beach etc. which are a 35 minute drives as well. Close to the Cottage there little Restaurants and a Gas Station for milk or muffins etc. We enjoyed our stay in Spring with sunny weather. Over all we recommend this vacation home very much.
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bicycle Lodge - a perfect summer stay
We stayed in Bicycle Lodge for 7 weeks and had a fabulous time. John and Sharon were perfect hosts - easy to engage with and always helpful. We fell in love with their dog Zoe who has the nicest temperament ever! The accommodation is in a great location with easy access to the coast, central Cape Town, Constantia, local vineyards and just over an hour to Franschhoek. We found the bedrooms to be spacious and beds very comfortable, and overall, the accommodation nice and homely. Sharon and John keep their plot in perfect shape with lovely trees, shrubs and water feature. If you choose to stay here then it would be very hard not to have a wonderful time!
Stayed 47 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., Bellevue, WA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
My wife and I just returned from a 10 day stay at Bicycle Lodge, and are hoping to return in the near future. Sharon and John are wonderful hosts, who live in the larger house at the front of the property, and the accommodation is exactly as depicted in the pictures on the website. It's very tastefully decorated and spotlessly clean. This is truly a home away from home, and the floor plan really works for a couple or a small family. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, glassware and we ended up cooking every night for ourselves both because it was so well equipped and we were tired of eating out for a month previous to our stay. There are plenty of good food markets close by too. If you have a car, then Tokai is a very good place to stay since every place you'd want to visit in the Cape Town area is relatively close by. We chose Bicycle Lodge owing to its excellent reviews by previous guests, and we also loved the accommodation, hosts, and location. Many thanks, Sharon and John. Scott & Han
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Markus V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home!
Everything you need is there. The owner is always willing to help but also gives you space. Warmly recommend this place!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable family-friendly home
We loved our stay in the bicycle lodge! My husband, myself and our 6 month old daughter were there for almost 2 weeks and we had a wonderful stay. The lodge has a well-stocked kitchen to cook. Sharon has thought of all the touches to make it feel like home. The property itself is beautiful and has lovely outside areas as well. Sharon was very responsive to messages. We hope to stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Immaculate house with everything you need.
Sharon and John were super hosts, very friendly and informative, the house was in a perfect quiet location but central for all Cape Town activities, a beautiful garden with all sorts of interest and lovely outdoor seating, small pool but perfect for a cool down! Thank you for your hospitality x
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

Tranquil home from home and a perfect base for exploring the Cape
My husband and I and our 2 friends have just returned from a wonderful holiday in Cape Town. Bicycle Lodge was a great find, located in a quiet, residential area in the attractive suburb of Tokai. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome by John and Sharon, the owners, and their friendly dog, Zoe. The property is spacious and tastefully furnished with good sized bedrooms and plenty of storage space and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and seating areas. We loved sitting on the terrace eating our breakfast whilst watching the wildlife including birds, squirrels and lizards. Zoe would often join us for a biscuit and a tummy tickle! There is a lovely pool ideal for cooling off on warmer days and there are sun beds and small deckchairs with beach towels provided. We hired a car for the 2 weeks of our stay and explored a lot of the Cape, including the wine route and as nowhere was further than a couple of hours drive away it was ideal for days out. Our favourite places were Kirstenbosch Botanic Garden’s ( just up the road), Boulder Bay to see the penguins, Simonstown, Stellenbosch, Franschoek, Hout Bay, Llandudno, Cape of Good Hope ( but avoid the baboons!) Table Mountain, Bo- Kaap and the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town. Eating out was an amazing experience as the quality of food and wine is so high and the prices are so low! We tried many of the local restaurants and without exception they were all excellent with friendly service and spotlessly clean. Just across the road from Bicycle Lodge there is a small row of shops and restaurants and we enjoyed wonderful breakfasts and lunches at Bootleggers and dinners at The Brasserie. A couple of miles up the road at Steenberg Village centre is a larger shopping precinct with 2 good supermarkets selling everything you need and a number of restaurants, all of which we tried. Jakes in the Village, The Hussar Grill, Basilico and Fish Market all served delicious freshly cooked food. We also had a lovely final evening of wine tasting at Steenberg Estate followed by wonderful tapas at the BistroSixteen 82. There are walking and cycling trails around Tokai and John, a keen cyclist, kindly lent my husband one of his mountain bikes and took him for a spin around the area which he really enjoyed. Overall we had a wonderful stay at Bicycle Lodge and can highly recommend it. We loved everything about S Africa and hope to return again before too long!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil L.

Bicycle Lodge is an exceptional base for a stay in Cape Town.
Our second visit. First visited in 2012, always planned to return but our dates were never available, so we made a special effort to reserve well in advance to stay for 3 weeks over Christmas and New Year 2018/19. Sharon and John are brilliant hosts, always available to offer help and advice but never intrusive. Tokai is an ideal location for visiting Cape Town and the Western Cape. Just 30 minutes from the airport, 20 minutes from the waterfront and 35 minutes from the beach at Camps Bay. The closest beach is Muizenberg, about 15 minutes away. The Brasserie restaurant and Bootleggers coffee shop are 2 minutes walk away and both are popular locations with excellent food and drink. Constantia Village with it's shops, restaurants and supermarkets is 10 minutes away, and the large Blueroute shopping mall 5 minutes away. The facilities at Bicycle Lodge are first class, milk and water in the fridge on arrival along with biscuits. The wine rack is fully stocked for you, just replace the bottles you drink. The kitchen has everything you need, Sharon and John have thoughtfully provided a second fridge which increases the amount of food and drink which you can keep cool and therefore reduces the number of shopping trips you need to make. We enjoyed picking tomatoes from John's garden to enjoy with our braiis. The garden is busy with lots of birds feeding on an endless supply of food provided by John. You might also see a squirrel or two. You will certainly be visited by Zoe the resident dog who is friendly, quiet and loves the attention of the guests. We loved our early morning walks around the 4.75km perimeter path in Tokai Park which is just 10 minutes walk away and has great views of the surrounding area. There are numerous good golf courses nearby and it is easy to arrange tee times. On two of our visits to Cape Town we have enjoyed a day watching cricket at Newlands, a first class sporting venue with the amazing backdrop of Table Mountain. In summary Bicycle Lodge is exceptional and Sharon and John's hospitality was a major contribution to another wonderful holiday in South Africa. We even got married whilst we were there!
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann P.

Relaxing sanctuary
Thank you Sharon for a relaxing but productive little retreat - I had the space to think and work in your beautiful tranquil cottage. There is definitely something about birds softly tweeting in the morning that is good for ones soul.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynda G.

Just amazing - everything the other guests have said and more
Sharon and John are the perfect hosts ably supported by Zoe the adorable golden retriever. From the moment we arrived to the minute we left we immediately felt welcomed and at home. With great restaurants and within easy reach of the main attractions of CapeTown as well the ability to explore off the beaten track, Bicycle Cottage has everything for a great vacation. We can't recommend this property highly enough, we will definitely be back - thank you Sharon, John & Zoe
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great self-catering cottage in a very good location.
This has been our 10th consecutive stay with helpful and friendly hosts, John and Sharon. Bicycle Cottage, which has generously-sized rooms - two large bedrooms, a large lounge with a kitchenette, a dining room, a bathroom with full-size bath and separate shower cubicle, and a stoep with a Weber charcoal BBQ. The gardens are pretty with access to the owners' swimming pool. A recent addition has been a lovely fridge-freezer enabling more food, including frozen food, to be kept so shopping trips can be fewer. Parking is on the driveway in front of the double garage. Security arrangements are very good for the whole property. The cottage is ideally-situated just off Tokai Road. Within 100 yards/metres (an easy stroll) is a petrol station which has a convenience shop and both are open 24/7. Adjacent to this are an ATM, a pharmacy, a hair salon, a wine shop, a bike shop/cafe, a bistro restaurant, a sushi restaurant, and a coffee shop ideal for breakfast/lunch and dinner. Within a few minutes' drive is Steenberg Village with two supermarkets and several restaurants and shops while in a few minutes drive in the opposite direction is the Blue Route Mall. Slightly further away is the famous and popular Constantia Village on the way to which one passes the Constantia Uitsig Winery which has a fine restaurant and a separate coffee shop/cafe ideal for breakfast and lunch with stunning views of the Table Mountain National Park. The Waterfront and the Table Mountain cable car can be reached via the nearby M3 in about 25 minutes, subject to traffic conditions, which is about the same time as the drive to or from Cape Town International Airport. Bicycle Cottage has become our home from home.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

henning t.

As good as ever.
This was the second time we stayed at the Bicycle Lodge. We love the laid back atmospheare and the spacious accomodation. It is also the perfect spot to visit Constantia and the lovely wine farms. The hosts arme there if you need them and are a pleasure to work with. See you next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Robinson R.

A wonderful place to stay0
Our third rental in the Southern Suburbs and by far the best! Sharon and John were fantastc hosts - nothing was too much trouble - and dog Zoe a delight. The cottage is equipped to a high standard and has everything you need for a comfortable, luxurious stay. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Glenis R., Scotland

Home from home in beautiful surroundings
We loved everything about Bicycle Lodge from the warm and friendly welcome from John and Sharon to the lovely comfortable accomodation which was ideal for our fortnight's stay. Everything we needed and more was provided including a thoughtful welcome pack and some lovely wine. The garden was lovely and peaceful and a great place to BBQ and watch the birds. We also enjoyed our daily visits from Zoe the beautiful golden retriever. It was a great place to come home to after a day exploring this stunning region. We can't praise it highly enough and would happily return.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

sharon c.

Just perfect
Bicycle lodge is a very homely place to stay, it has everything you would need for a perfect holiday, even the owners dog Zoe to make a fuss of. It's very well located for visiting all the attractions of Cape Town and close by excellent shopping mall with many resturants. I would highly recommend this property and we are already planning a return visit next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michele L., Blair, Nebraska

Best. Vacation. Ever!
One of the best things about our recent vacation was the cottage. It is in the perfect location to use as home base, yet close to so many wonderful places to visit for day trips. The neighborhood was very quiet and lovely. All the flowers were starting to bloom and waking up to flowers blooming out the window was fantastic (since it was snowing at home!) They have a small place for a car park which worked beautifully. We were able to stretch out and relax when we needed a break. We had everything we needed to make a meal if we didn't feel like eating out. Across the street is a little strip mall with several great restaurants, an ATM, gas station, etc. Zoey was an extra treat to keep us company. We have told all our friends they must visit the Cape Town area. We loved it so much we are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2015

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Wish we had found Bicycle Lodge a few years ago
The cottage was perfect for us and had everything we wanted for our week in the Cape. Easy drive into the city outside rush hour and only 10 minutes to the False Bay coast. On the Constantia wine route for tastings and good food. Three golf courses within 30 minutes. Sharon and John and Zoe the dog were perfect hosts. All in all a great stay.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Great place to stay!
Our stay at Bicycle Lodge during the 3 last weeks of December 2015 was wonderful. After a long and exhausting flight from Vancouver to Cape Town it was nice to step into a place that felt like home. Rooms are spacious with ample closet space in both bedrooms, the Kitchenette was well equipped and there is a good security system. On our first morning we were greeted by Sharon and John's sweet and docile Golden Retriever Zoe (aka the Love sponge), and our 11yr old son was immediately smitten (so were we). The neighbourhood is charming and walking distance from a gas station and quaint strip mall with coffee shop and restaurants; it's also a 5 min drive from the Blue Route Mall where you will find everything you need. Sharon and John were always there when needed and we have already let them know that we plan on coming back! Thank you again for a great place to stay.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Elrina J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Schön
Fantastisch
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marieke v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay!
Sharon & John are very friendly. The accommodation is lovely. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Petra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbare Unterkunft in der Nähe von Kapstadt
Die Ferienwohnung ist mit sehr viel Liebe eingerichtet, besonders hervorzuheben sind die beiden Schlafzimmer, die jeweils mit sehr guten Matratzen bestückt sind und sich verdunkeln lassen. Die Wohnung selbst liegt auf dem Grundstück der Vermieter, ist aber von ihnen nicht direkt einsehbar. Die Lage des Grundstücks ist sehr sicher, da man ungefähr 30 km von Kapstadt in einem typischen Vorort wohnt. Der Kontakt zu John und Sharon war unkompliziert und herzlich, sie haben uns immer tolle Tipps für Unternehmungen gegeben, die man nicht unbedingt in den Reisebüchern findet. Bei Bedarf übernimmt Sharon auch die Wäsche, da eine eigene Waschmaschine nicht zur Verfügung steht. Insgesamt können wir die Ferienwohnung uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019