Short-term rental agents across the Cape are expecting a busy summer season, and locals are encouraged to start planning their holidays ahead of time to snatch up the best spots before they’re all gone.
Local property teams in Cape Town and Hermanus say the summer holiday season starts from September and last till April with booking already in full swing.
Aside from local renters, the South African summer also coincides with the cold Northern Hemisphere winter, offering foreigners a timely escape and making holidays to the Cape during this time of year very popular.
Popular holiday rental spots in the Cape include:
The Atlantic Seaboard
The Clifton and Camps Bay areas very popular during the warmer months in Cape Town.
Locals and foreigners alike enjoy the beach and luxurious renting options available.
These areas come with a hefty price tag of between R2 500 to R250 000 per night, however.
Hout Bay & Llandudno
The Atlantic Seaboard tends to attract big spenders, whereas Hout Bay and Llandudno are better options for saving on a holiday stay.
These areas are coastal hot spots during the summer and are very popular because of their easy access to the Constantia Wine Valley and popular coastal drives.
With a beach nearby, as well as bustling markets and restaurants to visit, these areas also offer an array of activities to get up to during your time off.
Hermanus
Hermanus is more popular with locals than foreigners but offers both a quaint stay and a much-needed change of scenery during the summer.
The area is also very popular due to its vicinity to the Cape Town International Airport.
From whale watching to golfing, hiking, festivals and cafe hopping. Hermanus is laid back and allows visitors the chance to get in touch with nature and have that holiday feeling even if it’s close to home.
Rates vary due to areas and demand but can cost between R1 650/night for a flat and R5 500/night for a house or villa.
Grab your holiday rental while you still can.
Contact: 021 434 9175 (Atlantic Seaboard), 021 790 1032 (Hout Bay, Llandudno and Southern Suburbs) and 028 316 2145 (Hermanus)
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