KOMMETJIE · CAPE TOWN · SOUTH AFRICA
VillaAustral
Between fynbos and surf: Villa Austral blends Cape vernacular architecture with the untamed spirit of the Atlantic coast. Two independent houses on a sprawling private estate — just 10 metres from Long Beach, one of South Africa's most spectacular surf beaches.
THE ENSEMBLE
Where the coast
meets the horizon
At the south-western tip of the Cape Peninsula, where the Atlantic sculpts kilometres of white sand and the Slangkop lighthouse keeps watch over fynbos hills, you'll find Villa Austral. Not a resort, not a hotel — a private estate with two houses that brings the raw luxury of the Cape coast to life.
The 1,900 m² property borders Long Beach and delivers everything that makes an Atlantic stay unforgettable: a heated pool under South African skies, a barrel sauna with ocean views, a braai terrace for evenings beneath the Southern Cross — and absolute silence.
350m²
The House
70m²
The Beach House
1.900m²
Property
✓
Beach access
DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH
Direct beach access to Long Beach on the Atlantic Coast
THE VILLA
The Spirit of the Cape
Villa Austral comprises two architecturally distinct buildings that nestle into the dune landscape of Kommetjie. The main house — generous, light-filled and spread across three floors — forms the heart of the estate. The beach house at the property's edge offers intimate proximity to the sea. Both share a pool, sauna and a garden shaped by milkwood trees and fynbos.
The House
Across three floors, the main house blends open living areas with private retreats. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Atlantic coastline, while natural materials — stone, timber, linen — create an atmosphere that feels like home, not accommodation.
350m²
Living Space
3
Floors
3
Bedrooms
Sun terrace and balcony with coast views and sunrise
Open fireplace and underfloor heating
Combined living & dining area with bay window
Designer kitchen with premium equipment
Master suite with freestanding bathtub
Heated pool in front of the sun terrace
The Beach House
The beach house stands at the very edge of the property, where the garden dissolves into the dunes. Two floors, its own fireplace, a veranda with ocean views — ideal for guests who want to wake to the sound of breaking waves.
70m²
Living Space
2
Floors
1
Bedrooms
Veranda with direct sea views
Fireplace for cozy evenings
Direct beach access from the property
Panoramic windows with Atlantic Ocean views
Underfloor heating
Cozy fireplace
Self-contained with kitchen, lounge and bathroom
RENTAL
Your retreat on the Atlantic
Villa Austral is rented exclusively as a whole — both houses, the entire garden, pool and sauna are yours alone. Perfect for families with children, couples travelling together, or anyone seeking space, privacy and the ocean at their doorstep. Minimum stay: 3 nights. Up to 6 guests.
Low Season
May – Sep
from €500 / night
Mid Season
Oct – Nov, Mar – Apr
from €750 / night
High Season
Dec – Feb
from €950 / night
Final cleaning, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Pets on request.
THE REGION
Kommetjie — Surfer's paradise at the edge of the world
Kommetjie sits where the Cape Peninsula narrows and the Atlantic has the final say. A sleepy coastal village that draws surfers from around the globe — yet only 40 minutes from Cape Town's world-class dining, the Stellenbosch winelands and Table Mountain. Regional shopping guide →
34°08′ S · 18°19′ E
Kommetjie · Cape Peninsula
Distances & Infrastructure
Everything you need — within comfortable reach.
Long Beach
Endless sandy beach, surfing, walks
~300 m
Komsurf Surf School
Surf lessons, board rental, SUP
~500 m
Kommetjie Village
Spar, restaurants, cafés, pharmacy
~1,5 km
Clovelly Country Club
18-hole golf course, Fish Hoek
~15 km
Simon's Town & Boulders Beach
Penguin colony, harbour, restaurants
~20 km
Cape Town City Bowl
V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, culture, shopping
~40 km
Cape Town International Airport
International airport (CPT)
~45 km
Stellenbosch Winelands
World-class wine estates, gastronomy
~75 km
EXPLORE & DISCOVER
Life on the Cape
The Cape Peninsula is one of those rare places where wilderness and world city sit just half an hour apart. Morning surf at the Outer Kom, lunchtime penguins at Boulders Beach, afternoon wine in Constantia — and evening snoek off your own braai. Discover all 26 activity tips → · Restaurant guide → · Café guide →
Surfing & Water Sports
Kommetjie is Cape Town's surf mecca. The Outer Kom ranks among South Africa's finest right-handers, while Long Beach is perfect for beginners and families. Kitesurfing, SUP and kayaking through kelp forests are part of daily life here.
Hiking & Cycling
Table Mountain National Park begins practically at the doorstep. Trails through fynbos fields, along cliffs to Cape Point and over Chapman's Peak — one of the most spectacular coastal roads on earth.
From Sea to Plate
Here the snoek comes straight off the boat, the crayfish from the bay and the bobotie from grandmother's recipe. Cape Malay cuisine, braai culture and a thriving craft-beer scene make the region a culinary adventure.
Cape of Good Hope
Where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans collide: Cape Point is just a 25-minute drive. The Slangkop lighthouse — South Africa's tallest cast-iron lighthouse — stands right in Kommetjie.
Discover the Winelands
Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Constantia — the beating heart of South African wine — lie 30 to 45 minutes away. World-class estates, farm-to-table restaurants and landscapes that take your breath away.
Cape Town & V&A Waterfront
The Mother City with its cosmopolitan flair, Zeitz MOCAA, Neighbourgoods Market and one of Africa's finest restaurant scenes is roughly 40 minutes by car.
Swimming & Beach
Long Beach stretches for six kilometres — white sand, kelp forests in the shallows and the silhouette of Chapman's Peak behind. Villa Austral's direct beach access makes the walk to the ocean as short as the reach for your coffee cup.
Sunsets & Silence
When the sun sinks behind the Atlantic and kelp gulls wheel over Kommetjie, it becomes clear: this place was made for people who see stillness not as boredom, but as luxury.
ACTIVITIES & SURROUNDINGS
- Clovelly Country Club (18 holes) in 10 minutes
- World-class surf spots right on your doorstep
- Hout Bay harbour for boat trips
- Kite- and windsurfing in Big Bay & Blouberg
- SUP through kelp forests at Long Beach
- Deep-sea fishing charters from Hout Bay
WELLNESS
Rituals of
Regeneration
After a day in the Atlantic, the Finnish barrel sauna warms body and soul. The heated pool sits sheltered among milkwood trees, the outdoor shower stands under open sky — and for those who dare, the ocean is just steps away. Wellness at Villa Austral is not a programme; it's a rhythm.
Finnish barrel sauna with sea views
Ice-bathing in the Atlantic from the property
Outdoor shower in the garden
Yoga deck with morning coast views
Premium bathrobes & towels
More wellness and spa options in the region can be found in our Wellness Guide →
ABOUT US
One family,
three continents
Our roots lie in Flensburg, Paris and Perth — three continents that have shaped who we are. Today we live in Berlin, but 15 years ago we fell in love with South Africa. And especially with Kommetjie: this raw, unspoilt surfer's paradise at the tip of the Cape Peninsula, where the Atlantic meets endless beaches and time moves just a little slower.
With our three boys, we spend every free moment here — surfing at Long Beach, sundowners along the Slangkop coast and fresh snoek off the braai. We know the region inside out and love sharing our favourite spots with our guests. Our restaurant picks → · Regional shopping tips →
The family behind Villa Austral