Hovering over False Bay with 360-degree views of mountain and sea, the enchanting and luxurious self catering Villa St James is a historical national monument built in 1850 in Cape Town, South Africa. The Villa St James’ tranquil, romantic, rejuvenating and inspiring beauty is ideal for holidays, weddings, honeymoons, special events, and conferences.
Hovering over False Bay with 360-degree views of mountain and sea, the enchanting and luxurious self catering Villa St James is a historical national monument built in 1850 in Cape Town, South Africa. The Villa St James’ tranquil, romantic, rejuvenating and inspiring beauty is ideal for holidays, weddings, honeymoons, special events, and conferences.
It was once home to the British admiralty; the Greek royal family and League of Nations founder Jan Smuts. St James was the first resort area developed by the British in the early 1900’s due to its balmy year round climate, Mediterranean sunshine and warm sea.
The Villa is available in its entirety for long or short periods of time. Though the Villa is self-catering and an oasis of privacy, it is maintained at all times by a courteous and professional staff. Accommodation is available by room or by the villa and is available in its entirety for long or short periods of time. Fine catering is available on the premises by superb local chefs.
The Villa St James, simply put, is massive. The Villa accommodates up to 20 people in eight large bedrooms with extra long beds and five bathrooms. Lavish appointments include Frette linens and towels and goose down duvets. Special details include colorful Moroccan kilims, full-length mirrors, art deco light fixtures, antique furniture and accents. Upstairs living quarters have direct access to the back garden. The bedrooms, each unique in character, are located upstairs and have sea and mountain views from one shared furnished enclosed terrace and several private balconies. Each room is named after the local African flower that best embodies the room’s character. You can actually whale watch from each sea facing room.
Rates are based on the exclusive use of the entire villa
Rates are quoted in South African Rands
Rates are subject to change without notice
Rates are quoted per day
Rates are subject to availability
Rates include 14% Vat
Rates are based on a minimum 2 day rental
Rates over peak season (20 Dec – 10 Jan) are based on a minimum 14 day booking
Rates are negotiable for longer stays
Rates for 2010 World Cup Soccer are based on 7 day stays.
Booking procedure
Booking form to be completed and returned by fax
Lease agreement to be signed
A non-refundable 50 % deposit is required to secure your booking.
Balance is due 90 days prior to arrival.
Payment can be made by direct transfer.
Damage deposit is required depending on length of stay and number in party
Private functions Villa St James is a magnificent venue for weddings and special occasions for up to 30 guests including accommodation for 16 guests. Kindly note that an additional venue fee applies for private functions
.The Villa occupies an expansive 582m2 (6,265 sq ft) on 1360m2 (14,639 sq ft) of grounds and is beautifully lit at night. Bathed in sunlight, surrounded by the rare, and healing union of mountain and sea, the Villa St James brings peace and energy to all who visit; perfect relaxation in unsurpassed luxury, comfort and style.
Grapevine, a separate guesthouse, is so named for the grapevine that winds through the trellis over the adjacent patio. The two-room Grapevine house is furnished in a modern, minimal and rustic style with African light fixtures.
The Anteroom, which opens onto the sun-dappled patio with double French doors, is furnished with a bright yellow sofa and pull out bed and solid yellow wood table. The bedroom features a queen sized bed and solid oak bench and armoire. The bathroom is equipped with shower, toilet and washbasin.
Aloe Room is airy, large and leads to the Protea room. It has a single sized walnut sleigh bed. One wall is lined with glossy oak cabinetry. Double french doors lead to the furnished sea view terrace.
The Lavender Room features a delightful tree-lined view from its unique alcove. Creamy open walls, rustic chairs and furniture and a double bed keep this room feeling fresh and breezy.
The Lily Room has one single and one double bed, desk, and a large bright window facing the grapevine patio.The art deco lamps and vintage armoire enhance the room's charm.
Palm Room, a whale watchers dream, is spacious, rustic, stately, and decorated in warm neutrals with splashes of colour. A vintage armoire, cozy loungers and direct access to a balcony and the enclosed sea terrace give these quarters the atmosphere of nautical freedom with uninterrupted views of False Bay and Cape Point.
Protea the Master Suite, features a sumptuously appointed four poster extra-king sized bed, antique writing desk, cozy divan, maplewood floors and accents Moroccan kilims and gabays, art deco lights, goose down duvet and crystal chandelier. The grand en-suite bathroom boasts an old fashioned footed tub and separate shower. This room has gorgeous views of False Bay, Cape Point, mountains, palm trees, land and sky from the terrace and balcony.
The Sage Room is a double occupancy room with modern Mere Michele Orb chair, queen sized bed, and double french doors to the enclosed furnished terrace. There is one wall of cupboards for storage.
The Sunflower Room, accessible through Palm Room making it just right for a family, has double doors leading to the rattan furnished terrace, with its view above of lush gardens and mountains, and below to the grapevine-trellised patio. A large bougainvillea bush provides a burst of color. A queen sized sleigh bed, white washed walls and furniture give this room a hip shabby chic feeling. Views of the ocean from the east of this room bring balance and calm. The Palm and Sunflower suite has a bathroom with shower and separate toilet. The floors are of Italian terra cotta.
Driving directions
Directions to Villa St James from Cape Town International
Take the N2 towards Cape Town .
As your approaching Table Mountain take the M3 turnoff towards Muizenberg.
Stay on the M3 to the very end of the highway and turn left.
At the traffic light t-junction you will be at the Main Rd, turn right .
Stay on the main rd, you will travel through Lakeside and Muizenberg.
You are now in the St James area with the ocean on your left, look out for property numbers.
Villa St James is number 36 on the right hand side.
Look for 3 tall palm trees.
Directions to Villa St James from Cape Town CBD
Take the N2/M3 towards Muizenberg.
Stay on the M3 to the very end of the highway and turn left.
At the traffic light t-junction you will be at the Main Rd, turn right.
Stay on the main rd, you will travel through Lakeside and Muizenberg.
You are now in the St James area with the ocean on your left, look out for property numbers.
Villa St James is number 36 on the right hand side.
