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Explore the beautiful and historic Groot Constantia Vineyard (taste Napoleon’s favourite wine here), the lovingly restored Buitenverwachting Vineyard which lives up to its name meaning ‘beyond expectation’ and also Steenberg Vineyard which holds the distinction of being the oldest farm in the Constantia valley.  These Vineyards are considered to be in the heart of South Africa’s premier wine growing region.

Kalk Bay is one of Cape Town’s trendiest seaside villages and reflects a cosmopolitan heritage and a long fishing history. There is a relaxed arty vibe, a growing nightlife, with great theatre and the art, architecture and cuisine are much sought after.

Kalk Bay is also a hub of outdoor action – from sea fishing to angling; one of the best reefs in Cape Town for surfers and the fascinating Kalk Bay caves for land and foot adventures or catch the water taxi to Simon’s Town for a novel transport experience.

Cape Point is in the Cape of Good Hope nature reserve within Table Mountain National Park, which forms part of the Cape Floral Region, a World Heritage Site. It includes the majestic Table Mountain chain, which stretches from Signal Hill to Cape Point, and the coastlines of the Cape Peninsula. This narrow stretch of land, dotted with beautiful valleys, bays and beaches, contains a mix of extraordinarily diverse and unique fauna and flora.

Cape Point was named the ‘Cape of Storms’ by Bartolomeus Dias in 1488.  The ‘Point’ was treated with respect by sailors for centuries. By day, it was a navigational landmark and by night, and in fog, it was a menace beset by violent storms and dangerous rocks that over the centuries littered shipwrecks around the coastline.

In 1859 the first lighthouse was completed; it still stands at 238 metres above sea-level on the highest section of the peak and is now used as the centralised monitoring point for all the lighthouses on the coast of South Africa. 

Access to this historical building is by an exhilarating three-minute ride in the wheelchair-accessible Flying Dutchman funicular that transfers visitors from the lower station at 127 metres above sea-level, to the upper station.

Just around the corner from Sunset Splendour Guesthouse is the seaside village of Simons Town where you can visit the famous colony of African Penguins at Boulders Beach. This is a truly special experience. After you have fallen in love with the penguins head to the secluded Boulders Beach and take a swim in the comparatively warm waters of the False Bay.

Visit the world's largest gemstone tumbling factory where you can hunt for inexpensive polished stones. Gemstone factory in historic Simon's Town.

Charming Simon’s Town is steeped in history and tradition, yet has many activities on offer from Boat Trips to Kayaking, Beaches, Museums, Golfing, Fishing and the very popular Scratch Patch and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. 

A trip to the popular Seal Island, the home of 74 000 Cape Fur Seals and  24 bird species which is a natural hunting ground of the Great White Shark, is leaving from the Simon’s Town harbor.  It is here where you can do the Great White Shark Cage Diving or Viewing.

Millers point is a family friendly recreational area with a children’s tidal pool, snorkeling, scuba diving and a boat launching slipway. 

As one of the world’s most famous marine drives, Chapman’s Peak Drive offers ample opportunities for picnics, whale watching, excellent photography and viewpoints along the route which enable road users to stop and enjoy the view of the cliffs, seascapes and surrounding mountains. 

Silvermine Nature Reserve with its beautiful local fauna and flora can be explored on foot or by mountain bike.

Surfing hot spots at Long beach, Kommetjie & Scarborough.

Both malls offer modern conveniences like banks, ATM, post office, hair dressers, department and food shops.  Both are less than 2km from Sunset Splendour (within walking distance).

Cape Point Vineyards is an Award Winning Winery with a Restaurant and a Function Venue, located in Noordhoek. It is here in Noordhoek where the close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean provides cool breezes to nurture a terroir that is ideal for the cultivation of World Class Sauvignon Blanc wines.

The Cape Point Vineyards Restaurant, Picnic Site and Function Venue is located in a unique setting with 360 degree views of mountains, fynbos, vineyards, and glorious sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean.  Every Thursday evening you can join the Noordhoek locals at Cape Point Vineyards for a taste of the best market fare in the Cape from 4:30 to 8:30pm.

Boutique shopping, Souvenirs & Playground is easily available at Noordhoek Farm Village.  Spoiled for choice, Noordhoek Farm Village boast top class restaurants serving breakfast, lunch & dinners.  Wednesday evenings it hosts a great local food market with great food & drinks.

An expansive beach (8km long) is amazing and ideal for walkers and those seeking a horseback ride on the beach. Hoek and Dunes are the two famous surf spots on the beach. On the southern end, you can find a “Kakapo” the old wrecked steamship. A stunning view of the beach can be had from the top of nearby Chapman’s Peak.