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Stories, guides and insights from the Atlantic Ocean
Long Beach, Noordhoek, Llandudno, Camps Bay and Boulders Beach — an editorial coastal feature on the Cape Peninsula's Atlantic edge.
Privacy, space and your own rhythm: why a holiday home on the Atlantic Ocean often trumps a hotel stay — and what to look for.
True beach access, premium amenities, absolute privacy — a guide for anyone seeking a first-class holiday home on the Atlantic Ocean.
From golf next door to Cape Town's old town to day trips to Stellenbosch and Hermanus – the ultimate activity guide for Villa Austral guests.
From award-winning restaurants to harbour-side braai – the complete restaurant guide for Villa Austral guests with 21 addresses within 45 minutes.
Wine estates, farm stalls, biltong shops, craft gin distilleries and local markets – the complete shopping guide for regional products around Villa Austral.
From specialty roasters to beachside cafés on Long Beach: The 17 best cafés and breakfast spots around Villa Austral in Kommetjie.
Supermarkets, bakeries, fish stands, farm shops and pharmacies – everything you need to know about daily essentials in Kommetjie and surroundings.
20 family excursion destinations for your South Africa family holiday – Boulders Beach penguins, Two Oceans Aquarium, Kirstenbosch, Table Mountain and more.
Table Mountain Trail, Cape Point circuit, Chapman's Peak Drive and cycling routes through Constantia – with tips from Villa Austral.
Bobotie, Biltong, Braai, Snoek and Cape Malay curry: the best dishes and drinks of the Cape's coastal cuisine with restaurant tips.
From early Khoisan settlements to today's sought-after surf village: the fascinating history of Kommetjie, Long Beach and the Cape Peninsula.
Cape wines, craft gin, biltong, artisan cheese and world-class coffee: The gourmet guide to Kommetjie and the Cape Peninsula.
From luxury spa hotels in Constantia to hot springs in Caledon: Premium wellness around Kommetjie and the Cape Peninsula.
Zeitz MOCAA, Iziko Museum, Norval Foundation, Artscape Theatre and the vibrant art scene of Woodstock: The culture guide for the Cape region.
Cape Minstrel Carnival, Cape Town Jazz Festival, Whale Festival and open-air cinema: The best events and festivals around Kommetjie and the Cape region.
The legendary right-hander, local surf culture and 8 km of beachbreak on your doorstep: Why Kommetjie is Cape Town's surfing soul.
From golden hour on Chapman's Peak Drive to full moon at Long Beach: 7 spots for the perfect sundowner around Kommetjie.
3,000 penguins at Boulders Beach, whales off the coast and the richest plant kingdom on earth: The Cape Peninsula is a living ecosystem.
From Platter's 5-star wines to Michelin restaurants on wine estates and family-friendly farms: The ultimate wine guide for the Cape region from Villa Austral.
Oranjezicht, Neighbourgoods, Muizenberg Blue Bird, Cape Point Vineyards and Kommetjie Community Market: The best weekly markets for street food, organic produce and local delicacies.
From June to November Hermanus is the world capital of land-based whale watching. Cliff Path, Whale Crier and the best spots — a day trip from Villa Austral.
Slangkop in Kommetjie, the old and the new Cape Point lighthouse: three towers, three stories and the most spectacular views on the Cape Peninsula.
Tokara, Babylonstoren, Dorpstraat and the Slow Market: the perfect day trip to Stellenbosch from Villa Austral — wine, food and architecture.
November to March: sundowner season in Kommetjie. Weather, Long Beach, festivals, wine harvest and the best summer days at the Cape from Villa Austral.
Snoek season, tuna banks and SUP/kayak in Kommetjie Bay. Plus the best charter operators in Hout Bay — with addresses, websites and email.
