Birkenhead House, Cape Town, The Western Cape and Winelands

Privately owned and decorated in an elegant yet dramatic signature style, the small boutique hotel has 11 luxurious studio suites each of which are individually furnished and highly bespoke. Expect an intriguing mix of colour, silks, marble and travertine, Persians and Cape Cod shutters, with oversized mirrors, raised beds and unique artwork. Certain suites have full sea views, others offer partial views while others face the towering Overberg mountains from their private balconies. The en-suite bathrooms are an experience on their own, with lavish amenities, double vanities, large showers and free standing baths.

Once a private home, the building wraps around the split level pool in a quadrangular fashion, creating unusual interior spaces, while the reception, lounge and dining area overlook a second pool, the beach below and the vast Indian Ocean. A fully equipped gym and spa is available, as well as whale watching tours, Great White Shark cage diving and tours to the nearby renowned coastal wineries of Hamilton Russell and Bouchard Finlayson.

Your stay at Birkenhead House includes all meals, snacks, local beverages, house wines, tea, coffee, and laundry.