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Approximately 9 km from St Francis Bay this
superb, very private, 22 hectare beachfront
home/property is situated in a private nature
reserve. Nestled against a fynbos covered dune,
a couple of steps from rock pools perfect for
swimming, this home will foster a sense of peace
and tranquility amid the hustle of world cup
fever. Ideal for a group of friends or family
the three separate fully functional units allow
for a measure of space and privacy.
Start your day with an early morning cup of tea
or coffee whilst perusing the sea for dolphins
and whales on the front deck. Alternatively
enjoy the sun-drenched back deck, the beauty of
the fynbos hillside air filled with the morning
bird songs.
The agenda for the day could include an outing
to St Francis to shop or bathe on one of the
many beaches, a stroll through the fynbos (with
a host of endemic species of plants, birds and
mammals) or along the coast, or simply lounge
around your own private rock pools.
Evening is a time for sundowners while watching
the sun set over the distant hills to the west
and scanning the bays for the resident otters,
and the arrival of Southern Right whales, which
abound between June and September each year.
If a cold front should arrive, a roaring fire
along with good food and a taste of our local
wines is the perfect precursor for a good nights
sleep to the lulling sound of the ocean. DSTV is
available in the main house.
ACCOMMODATION
A cleaning service is available on request -
inclusive.
Main house – Upstairs – Paradise found
With magnificent views from every window, the
beautiful natural surroundings fill this
tastefully, eclectically furnished home. The
open plan kitchen, lounge and dinning room
ensure even mundane tasks such as filling the
kettle or making a salad cannot be completed
without a pause and a glance at the scenery. The
Main bedroom faces south west with views of the
pools and ocean from the queen size bed. The
nesting cormorants can be seen leaving their
rocky home in the early morning, whilst you
enjoy your morning beverage. The chaise lounge
is the perfect place to escape for an afternoons
read in the warm winter sun. The bathroom
consists of a shower, spa bath, toilet and basin
– all with a view. The front deck allows for a
free flowing indoor-outdoor entertainment area
with a spectacular view. The back deck is warm
and welcoming in the morning winter sun, and
provides easy access to the barbecue (braai)
area which opens onto the lawns.
Main House – Downstairs – The Beach House
This suite simply furnished in a casual beach
style is mostly open plan. The fully equipped
kitchen opens onto the dinning and sitting
areas. The bed room containing a queen size bed
leads off the sitting area and has access to the
lawn, both bed room and lounge with full sea
views. The bathroom contains a shower, bath,
toilet and basin. Waking here in the mornings to
the smell and sound of the ocean so close, gives
one the instant sensation of being on holiday.
Step out in the onto the lawn and into the sun
to enjoy morning tea or coffee alternatively a
few steps further and the shale beach will
provide instant delights with all the various
shells brought in by the tide. For a real lazy
start to the day just prop up in bed and watch
the ocean.
The Cottage
As this is situated away from the main house
and is part of the original beach house
structure this cottage offers its own charm and
privacy. Awaken to the warmth of the morning sun
flooding through the door, accompanied by the
smell of the fynbos. The bathroom contains a
shower, bath, toilet and basin. The equipped
kitchenette and sitting area offer fantastic
views of the ocean and lead onto your own deck.
The bathroom contains a shower, bath, toilet and
basin. Although, apart from the geyser, now
fully electrified, the gas geyser and light
fittings are reminiscent of the days not long
gone.
LOCALITY, ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
St Francis Bay lies nestled on the Indian Ocean
at the western end of Algoa Bay. The perfect
beginning to South Africa’s treasured garden
route. This unique coastal town offers a myriad
of activities. From golf to deep sea fishing,
superb restaurants to hiking in the dunes. As
the heart of the Chokka (squid) fishing industry
the town even boasts its own port.
Only a 100km from Port Elizabeth en route to
Cape Town, St Francis is ideally situated and
easily accessible. An air field for private
planes makes even Gauteng accessible with in few
hours.
Big five reserves are within an hour and a half
drive, including the magnificent Addo Elephant
National Park and Shamwari.
Contact Jacqui here
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