SHORE BREAK A sense of play, bold colour and local art and craft are as plentiful in this Clifton Fourth Beach bungalow as the sunsets that flood its laidback interiors. Say hello to beachside summer living. WORDS AND STYLING by MARTIN JACOBS
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Designed by award-winning architects, this shore-hugging escape is reminiscent of a tropical seaside paradise (think St Barts, North Island in the Seychelles, and Soneva Fushi in the Maldives) with lashings of style and luxury. A few steps off your dreamy deck and you’re on the accolade-accruing Clifton 4th beach, where dips in the sea, lazy afternoon lounging, and morning runs on the sand call your name – the answer to every beach-lover’s dream. There’s even a surfboard and wetsuits…
The Setting Seaside
Lie of the land The sea-facing, three-storey villa offers three bedrooms, a fully equipped open-plan lounge, state-of-the-art kitchen and a dining area seating 10 (perfect for dinner parties), a bar, and downstairs media room filled with the best old-school vinyls for sunset spinning sessions (which doubles as a teenager’s sleeping pod with 2 double beds and an en-suite shower and kitchenette).
Outside, the large undercover deck boasts a large heated pool (with spa jets), sun loungers, hammocks and day mattresses, a braai area, outdoor heated shower, and a plush private garden. There’s also a private front lawn for sundowners and a braai, with uninterrupted views of the beach. You also have the private use of a lock-up garage (which is gold dust in season!)
Luxe cred There’s a full cleaning service from Monday to Sunday, and a full continental breakfast and butler service can be arranged on request.
Child friendly? Yes, however there are child-safety issues (such as steps and an exposed pool with a mechanical cover) so they need to be over a certain age.
Pet friendly? No
Cost From R14 500 per night (depending on season)
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SUMMERTIME GLADNESS This sunny season’s must-try getaway is a quirky state-of-the-art villa on Clifton’s famous Fourth Beach. Bungalow 52 promises an escape that will leave you recognising how holidays should truly feel. WORDS AND STYLING by MARTIN JACOBS
A postcard-ready bungalow on iconic Clifton beach, complete with pool, submerged cinema room and al fresco entertainment areas.
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