Africa Beach Front Property by Mafigeni Safaris

About The Sandz #11

Sandz # 11, a division of the Mafigeni Safari Company, offers a spectacular beach residence for rental. Enjoy the beauty of the African Sun without the restraints of a standard Hotel or Guest House. This modern, yet stylish apartment is perfect for a well-deserved getaway, family vacation or for the upcoming 2010 World Cup in one of South Africa’s leading travel destinations.

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Location:

Sandz #11 is situated on the Cape coast in the Stand, just off Beach Road, the heart of the False Bay basin. This well-appointed seaside apartment offers self catering accommodation for 4 guests, just 50 metres from the beach.

Sandz #11 is also within walking distance of a number of fast food restaurants, supermarket, banks, laundrette, internet cafe and information centre and is close to the Somerset West shopping mall and cinemas.

Strand, originally the fishing village of Moster’s Bay, is a mere 48 kilometres from the city centre of Cape Town and is surrounded by the picturesque Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountain ranges and Melkbaai, reputedly one of the safest bathing areas in the country.

The Apartment

This tastefully decorated, luxury two bedroom apartment boasts both sea and mountain views. The apartment is fully equipped with crockery, cutlery and linen. Located on the third floor, Sandz #11 is one of only 12 apartments in this secure building. An elevator services all three floors, and this apartment includes a lock-up garage within the complex.

The main bedroom features a queen (extra length) bed, built in cupboards and en-suite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet. The second bedroom features twin (extra length) beds, build in cupboards and bathroom with bath, hand shower, double basins and toilet. Both bedrooms have hairdryers for guests’ use.

The sea facing lounge boast views of the ocean and surrounding Helderberg mountain range. For your entertainment, the living room features TV with DSTV and air-conditioner. The open plan kitchen is fully fitted with dishwasher, oven, hob, extractor fan, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge/freezer. The washing machine, tumble drier, iron and ironing board are located out of sight, in the passage cupboard.

Unfortunately, no pets are allowed and smoking in the apartment is prohibited.

Come and enjoy white sandy beaches and an ocean well known for being a safe and protected swimming area. This is an ideal venue for business or leisure!

The Complex

The Sandz apartment building is located on the corner of Heinecke and Kerk Street, just 50 metres off Beach Road. The complex offers 24 hour security, safe lock-up garage parking and also features a ladies gymnasium on the ground floor.

The complex is situated close to a number of amenities, many within walking distance of the complex. Tee in for a round of golf at the popular Greenways Golf Estate, shop till you drop at the Somerset Mall, enjoy wine tasting in the Cape Winelands or simply while your time away on the white sandy beach.

History of “The Strand”

From small beginnings in 1714, Strand has grown into a thriving town & vacation destination and offers a wide range of activities and miles of white, sandy beaches.

Situated on the shores of False Bay at the foot of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, Strand is an easy 30 minute drive from Cape Town. It is a bustling metropolis of some 50 000 residents and forms part of the picturesque Helderberg Basin, along with Somerset West and Gordon's Bay.

Strand is an ideal family venue for swimming, sunbathing and a variety of watersports or a great location to start your journey up the Garden Route to places like Mossel Bay, George, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay.

Amenities nearby

The main beach is Melkbaai, reputedly one of the safest bathing areas in the country.

Nearby Dune Park has a super-tube and mini-golf, and the adjacent Harmony Park features a huge tidal pool.

A wide variety of organised sport is available, including an internationally rated golf course, tennis courts, rugby fields, squash clubs, jukskei and water sports including board sailing, surfing, sailing, power-boating and paddle-skiing.

Surfing and the many surfers who frequent Strand have imbued the seaside region with a laid-back culture. The Pipe is a specially designated surfing area, famous for its good waves.

Apart from swimming in the ocean, Strand also boasts an Olympic sized, covered, centrally heated swimming pool which is open all year round to the public.

The coast between the Lourens River Mouth and up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous.

The waves are safe for beginners and attracts many young surfers to Strand, particularly when the surf is good. Many of the surfing spots are quite far from shore, yet they remain extremely popular despite the risk of sharks, probably owing to the protection offered by False Bay. For those serious about the sport, popular surf spots include AECI, Blinkklip, Pipe, Duckies, Reef, Silkies, Die Poort and Greenways.

A promenade lines the beach and showcases a mix of restaurants, cafés and shops. Strand offers a wide variety of restaurants, guaranteed to appease even the most selective palate. There is also a large selection of shopping conveniences, from the comprehensive Somerset Mall situated just outside the town to the local Dorpsmeent Centre, one would be hard pressed not to find a needed or desired service.

Strand forms an ideal base from which visitors can explore the Cape Peninsula and the surrounding areas:

* The majestic Peninsula with its renowned coastal drive from Muizenberg to Cape Point to Hout Bay via the scenic Chapman’s Peak to Sea Point drive;

* Cape Town, the Mother City, with Table Mountain brooding over the city and the vibrant V&A Waterfront;

* The West Coast and Swartland;

* Strand is a mere 25km from the scenic Boland with its wine routes and heart of the winelands - Stellenbosch;

* Enjoy one of the greatest sites for whale watching as you travel along the coastal road past Gordon's Bay to Betty's Bay and Hermanus.

Must Do’s

Visit the Cheetahs at Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch.

Go wine tasting on the famous wine route

Watch whales in Hermanus

Be adventurous and go Great White Shark cage diving in Gansbaai

Play golf at Erinvale Golf Course which hosted the South African Open in 2004

Take a long romantic stroll along the Golden Mile beach

Driving Times
5 minutes: Somerset Mall & Vergelegen Medi-Clinic)
10 minutes: Gordon’s Bay Blue Flag Bikini Beach
10 minutes: Scenic Rooi-Els Coastal Route
15 minutes: Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl Wine Routes
15 minutes: Historical Vergelegen
20 minutes: Cape Town International Airport
20 minutes: Spier - World Renowned Wine Estate
30 minutes: FIFA 2010 Soccer Stadium - Green Point
30 minutes: Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, Robben Island Cruises
40 minutes: Hermanus Walker Bay Whale Route
80 minutes: Great White Shark Capital, Gansbaai

Rates, Terms & Conditions

Tariffs vary according to season and school holidays and range from R650 to R1,200 per night for the apartment

Minimum 3 night stay

Maximum of 4 people

Key and breakage deposit R500

Check in at 14h00, check out at 10h00 (unless otherwise arranged)

50% deposit confirms booking and outstanding 50% to be paid 7 days prior to arrival.

Long stays and monthly rates negotiable.

Discounts available to Guests staying 7 – 9 nights @ 5% and staying 10 nights and longer will receive a 10% off on their accommodation account

Payments accepted by Visa, MasterCard, Bank Deposit and Internet Transfer.