T.C. Southwell - Work Samples - Travel writingAffordable Guesthouse - Dunkley House This is one of Cape Town's favourite guesthouses. Set within a tropical walled garden in a quaint Victorian street, Dunkley House has 5 spacious en-suite bedrooms, 2 with private patios, and a 2 bedroom self-catering apartment. The rooms are individually decorated using contemporary colours and furniture, and the result is a pleasing, comfortable and stylish environment that doesn't compromise the property's original character. Delicious home cooked breakfasts are served either in the dining room or on the patio beside the sparkling pool. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, CD players, tea & coffee making facilities, clock radios, telephones, hairdryers and bathroom accessories. Budget Guesthouse - iKhaya Lodge This African-themed guesthouse also offers self-catering. iKhaya means 'the home' in Xhosa, and this upmarket guest lodge has an amazing design and friendly service. The bedrooms all have an all-weather balcony, en-suite bathroom, television, telephone and FM radio. Relax amid the splendour of this African guesthouse and soak up its unique ambience. Staying here means you'll always be surrounded by all things African, to enhance your holiday experience. iKhaya is on Dunkley Square, with excellent views of Table Mountain, where restaurants, bistros and businesses dwell side by side. iKhaya is within easy walking distance of parliament and the city centre. Luxury Guest House - Rutland Lodge This five-star guesthouse is tucked away on a quiet tree-lined street in the stylish Cape Town suburb of Oranjezicht. This is a Herbert Baker house with Cape Dutch architecture, and is suitably set against the backdrop of Table Mountain. The Higginson Family has restored the house, which was built some time around the turn of the century, into a luxury boutique guesthouse. The character of the house’s era has been retained, while still offering today's discerning guests all the modern comforts with privacy and top class service. The guest suites are havens that offer guests a place to relax after a day of work, sightseeing or travel. The beautifully decorated suites feature balconies or private gardens and include en-suite bathrooms as well as soft bathrobes, pure cotton sheets, goose down duvets and king-size or twin beds. The air-conditioned suites have mini-bars, DVD, DSTV, telephones, Internet access, safes and hairdryers. Enjoy the swimming pool or take tea in the garden. Copyright (C) 2008 by T C Southwell All rights reserved |