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THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Smart TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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Cape Town, WC
  • Place, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Arderne Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN

THISTLE HOUSE

4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM SLEEPS 8
A stunning family house situated in the beautiful leafy and ‘wind-free’ Fernwood Estate (Newlands), adjacent to the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Stylishly decorated, the open design of the marble topped kitchen, trendy dining area and relaxing lounge space opening onto the large covered patio with built- in BBQ feature, lends itself to fun family times and a stress-free entertaining lifestyle.

The house is all on one level with large sun filled rooms looking out onto an ample sized beautiful garden and large solar heated pool.

Bedrooms are configured as follows:

Master with 2 singles pushed together with en suite bathroom

Bedroom 2 - 2 x single beds apart

Bedroom 3 queen bed

Bedroom 4 - 2 singles can be apart or together.

Additional 2 bathrooms with showers

The house is perfectly located to access Cape Town spots:

• 2 minutes to Kirstenbosch Gardens

• 10 minutes to Constantia wine farms

• 15 minutes to the Waterfront, City centre and Cable Car

• 20 minutes to Muizenberg

• 20 minutes to Hout bay

• 25 minutes to Camps bay and Clifton

Facilities and Services available:

Open style kitchen, dining and lounge area

Spacious covered patio with BBQ and outdoor dining and entertaining area

Games room with pool table and TV

Satellite TV, DVD, WIRELESS INTERNET

Large solar heated pool (9m x 6m), weber and pool lounges

Trampoline, table tennis

Fire pit

First-rate street and outdoor security lighting, full alarm system linked to armed response

Weekly garden and pool service

Housekeeping available

Towel and linen rotation
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. 1 hot tub and laundry facilities are available. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The villa offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain National Park
As a guest of THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN, you'll find a hot tub, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Cape Town villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Primary renter must be a guest

Proof of identification required for all guests for insurance.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graham was an excellent host and very attentive to our wishes, the house was very spacious and in a lovely neighbourhood.the property had lots of amenities including towels, bedding etc, the pool was a highlight. Our only minor comments would be tired outdoor furniture and intermittent wifi. We would highly recommend this property for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible home - perfect for our family

We were fortunate to spend two months enjoying Graham’s home in Newlands. He was quick to address our minimal concerns and made sure that the home was well cared for throughout our stay with x3/week cleanings and regularly gardening. The home is well designed and laid out. There are many cozy spots in the house, but the sun room with all the doors open is simply the best. Our sons played for hours in the garden and the pool is a great size for exercise and play.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2025