I was sad to read that Oscar de la Renta, the legendary fashion designer has passed away at the age of 82. My in-laws were guests in his beachfront villa in the Dominican Republic and they said it was totally amazing. They would cultivate orchids and when guests arrive, they will tie the orchids to…
CHANEL N°5 with Gisele Bundchen “The One That I Want – The Film” I don’t usually post clips like this but I fell in love with the music, the luxurious villa set right on the beach and wow, isn’t Gisele just absolutely beautiful…? http://youtu.be/o8EPBNRu1j4
This week’s Monday movie is ‘A Little Chaos’ with Alan Rickman (who is also the director), Kate Winslet and Helen McCrory. Kate Winslet, a landscape-gardener is appointed to construct the gardens at Versaillers, a position which thrusts her to the very centre of the court of King Louis XIV. http://youtu.be/HBHzK5rQ2eM
As the apartment and villa rental season in Camps Bay is approaching, I realise that my overseas holidays for the rest of the Cape Town summer is basically non-existent. So dreaming about past trips is all I have time for right now. Here is a brief summery of our trip to Kashmir and the Himalayas.…
This luxurious five bedroom beach house is situated on Glen Beach, Camps Bay and consists of three levels, the decor is all in white. There is a private entrance onto the beach from the garden. The views are obviously fantastic, being right on the beach and there is a private plunge pool. For more information…
The view from Ebb Tide over the bay, Camps Bay and Lion’s Head. For more information visit: www.ebbtideapartments.com
Pink Floyd – The Endless River http://youtu.be/S3DTessB3ns
The Imitation Game http://youtu.be/S5CjKEFb-sM
STBB 2Keep-a-Breast MTB Challenge Where: Overgaauw Wine Estate When: Saturday, 18 October 2014 Distances: From 5km – 60km’s Starting times: From 07:00 – 8:30 Website: www.stbb.co.za/mtb-challenge/
A brand new 6 bedroom villa situated walking distance from Camps Bay beach and the village. There are two heated private swimming pools, a gym, sauna and steam room. The villa offers great views and breakfast is included in the rate. A special rate of R10 000 per night is valid until 30 November 2014.
Effie Gray starring Dakota Fanning, Emma Thompson and Julie Walters
Camps Bay and Clifton with Lion’s Head as a backdrop.
I can truly recommend this fantastic night out in Stellenbosch. Join Ilse at her demo kitchen each Thursday evening, where she will delight each guest with a demonstration of her amazing cooking skills, tantalize your taste buds with a three course meal and wash it down with wines from D’Aria. Don’t miss out this Thursday,…
Bat For Lashes – Laura This is great music to listen to while renting one of our luxury villas or apartments in Camps Bay. Each property has a docking station, a CD/DVD player and wireless internet.
Magic In The Moonlight is a romantic comedy written and directed by Woody Allen. Starring Emma Stone (a clairvoyant and mystic) and Colin Firth (a world-class magician). The film is set in the 1928 on the French Riviera.
Jessie Ware – Say You Love Me
In the mood for some family dysfunction? Watch ‘This Is Where I Leave You’ based on Jonathan Tropper’s, best-selling novel. Starring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver.
This luxurious Camps Bay Villa offers a four bedroom en suite house and a two bedroom cottage. There is a private swimming pool, and great views of Camps Bay beach and the villa is situated walking distance to the beach and Camps Bay Village.
This photo was taken from the swimming pool at Ebb Tide. From the lounge, kitchen, dining area, terrace and swimming pool, you have great views of the ocean and Lion’s Head and a glimpse Camps Bay Village.