[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Home from Home Vacation home in Cape Town with an outdoor pool ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55380000/55370600/55370512/58a0ce7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55380000/55370600/55370512/3f7640e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55380000/55370600/55370512/f52a3c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55380000/55370600/55370512/0fd2f943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55380000/55370600/55370512/2261fdc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Home from Home provides everything you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Pool - Parking available - Outdoor space - Ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Home from Home C la Vie is an upmarket, luxurious Bed & Breakfast situated in the tranquility of 17 Visvanger Crescent in Melkbosstrand, Cape Town. This immaculate, architecturally designed double story is within walking distance (100m) from the Blue Flag beachfront of Melkbosstrand - a coastal beach located on the South West Coast of South Africa, 35 km north of Cape Town and 47 km from Cape Town International airport. We offer 6 on suite individually styled luxury bedrooms. The rooms are fully equipped with amenities, wi-fi, dstv, air conditioners, bar fridges, coffee machines and hair dryers. The rooms and bathrooms are fitted with on trend, superior quality finishes. A tailor-made file in each room renders useful information on guest services, menu’s as well as tourist attractions. Both floors offer modern lounges, dining facilities, fully equipped modern kitchens. Each floor has ample space and facilities to be used as a conference venue. The bottom and upper floor offer spacious and sunny patios as well as built-in braais. The ground floor hosts a pool deck with tranquil seating areas, whilst the upper deck boasts with a splendid view of the magnificent ocean and Table Mountain in the distance. C’ la Vie caters for corporate guests, group bookings, workshops, team building events as well as cocktail functions. For the leisure traveler it is the ideal place to visit to relax in blissful luxury by the ocean! Please note: Unfortunately, we only accommodate children 10 years and older, unless a family makes a booking for all the rooms for a minimum of one week. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72574300/72574227/8faf8a66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SERENITY @ ITS HEIGHTS Parklands - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=72574227&PinnedHotelID=72574227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![6 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102390000/102385300/102385209/w5996h4001x7y0-d42e4026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Balmoral 14 - Six Bedroom House, Sleeps 12 Bloubergstrand - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=102385209&PinnedHotelID=102385209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112390000/112386800/112386781/6c351a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 7-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in delightful Cape Town Sunset Beach - Air conditioning CA $698 CA $790 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=112386781&PinnedHotelID=112386781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83770000/83763600/83763555/27452b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Prestigious Villa Milnerton - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $426 CA $507 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=83763555&PinnedHotelID=83763555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29500000/29491000/29490942/57dbb810.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A beautifull beach house with the best view in the world, load shedding free Bloubergstrand - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=29490942&PinnedHotelID=29490942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110373700/110373662/37b34785.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Beachfront Family Villa – 1 Min Walk to Beach, Pizza Oven, Fast WiFi! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Melkbosstrand, a neighborhood in Cape Town, this vacation home is in the mountains and by the sea. Atlantic Beach Golf Club and Ster-Kinekor Bayside are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blaauwberg Nature Reserve and Koeberg Nature Reserve. Kite Surf School and SANCCOB Penguin Rehabilitation Center are also worth visiting. 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Airport (CPT) - 43 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪WCafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive - ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min drive - ‪Panarottis - ‬11 min drive - ‪Oumeul Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Home from Home have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Home from Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Home from Home? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Home from Home? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Home from Home located? > Located in Melkbosstrand, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Koeberg Nature Reserve, Melkbosstrand Library, and Blaauwberg Nature Reserve. Atlantic Beach Golf Club is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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