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THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Cape Town, WC
  • Place, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cavendish Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary renter must be a guest
Proof of identification required for all guests for insurance.

Important information

You need to know

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

Frequently asked questions

Does THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN on 8 April 2026 start from NZ$1,043, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THISTLE HOUSE, FERNWOOD ESTATE , NEWLANDS CAPE TOWN located?

Located in Newlands, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain National Park. Cavendish Square and Kingsbury Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2026
Thank you for the compliments and so glad that you and your family had an enjoyable stay. I will look at upgrading the outdoor furniture. Thank you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
So pleased to hear; thank you for your kind words. Pleasure to host you and your family.

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Hosted by Jennifer King-Marais

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