Positioned between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean a few kilometers West of the city centre, the cosmopolitan suburb of Sea Point rests proudly and distinctly. Proudly because this is one of the few areas in Cape Town that has truly come up from merely being up and coming and distinctly because the residential high-rise lined oceanfront promenade is unique to this Atlantic Seaboard area and instantly recognisable.
Sea Point is extremely sought after by first time buyers, holiday home buyers and professional couples working in the city. The real estate value rivals that of many of the city bowl suburbs quite comfortably and residents warn that once you move to Sea Point you’ll never want to live anywhere else. And understandably so. In addition to the beautiful oceanfront promenade where locals, residents from the surrounding areas and all their collective dogs come to run, walk and play, Sea Point also boasts an impressive array of bars, restaurants and cafes.
Harvey’s at the Mansions
The Winchester Mansions Hotel
221 Beach Road
Sea Point
Tel: +27 (0)21 434 2351
Even if you can’t afford to stay in the beautiful Winchester Mansions Hotel in Sea Point, you can at least pretend for an afternoon by joining their well dressed and well rested guests at the enchanting Harvey’s Restaurant Courtyard. The hotel describes the courtyard as being “reminiscent of an Italian piazza, a tranquil oasis from the pace of city life and the modern face of most Cape Town restaurants today. Encircled by palm trees and fountains, the Courtyard makes the perfect setting for a romantic dinner under the stars.” But if your pocket won’t stretch to the stars, why not try their very reasonably priced Sunday Jazz brunch from 11am till 2pm including a complimentary Sunday newspaper and a glass of bubbly. Please note that to avoid disappointment, reservation is essential.