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About Houtkapperspoort - Constantia Nek

Houtkapperspoort - Constantia Nek

There has to be a good reason why guests return to our wonderful country South Africa, and in particular to this specific area nestling on the back slopes of Table Mountain.
Flanked by the majestic Twelve Apostles mountain range and the Constantia Berg mountain range, lies Houtkapperspoort which has a rich history of roping and lugging logs to Hout Bay Harbour and loading them for shipping to Table Bay harbour. Today guests can relax and enjoy these same beautiful views from their comfortable accommodation in the Hout Bay valley.

GOING GREEN AT HOUTKAPPERSPOORT
Our air is polluted, our temperature is rising and resources are dwindling.
Everyone is talking about the dire state of the planet, global warming and greening their lives.
Houtkapperspoort has made a pledge to be more eco friendly where possible, and to contribute to a more sustainable environment.

  • Borehole water used for our gardens.
  • Recycling of glass and bottles.
  • Newspapers, plastic and cans separated and collected for recycling.
  • Hotel Slot system used in some of our cottages, saving electricity.
  • Cleaning detergents replaced with non-toxic green cleaning products.

In 2007 our gardens received a well deserved facelift, and all efforts are being made to systematically introduce indigenous and water wise plants, contributing to a bio-diversified, chemical free and eco friendly environment. Unfortunately no trees are being planted around and outside our borders to replace the alien invasive trees being cut down.

Houtkapperspoort has there-for continued to introduce indigenous trees on the premises and sincerely hope that there would be a comprehensive re-introduction of indigenous trees along one of the most scenic routes from Hout Bay to Constantia Nek, and along Rhodes Drive towards Cape Town, in the near future.

Being close to nature, Houtkapperspoort has also introduced springbok, horses, goats, ducks, and have also seen a steady increase of different bird species since 2007.

  • Room / Unit Features
  • Air Conditioning
  • Electric Blankets
  • Fans
  • Hair Dryer In Room
  • Heaters
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe In Room
  • Serviced
  • Telephone In Room
  • TV (with MNET)
  • On Site Features
  • Braai / Barbeque
  • Child Friendly (all Ages)
  • Childcare / Babysitting Service
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Garden
  • Gay Friendly
  • Internet Connection
  • Kitchen (fully Equipped)
  • Laundry Service
  • Parking (off Street)
  • Reception (business Hours Only)
  • Security (alarm System)
  • Security (guard)
  • Smoking (non Indoors)
  • Swimming Pool
  • Payment Options
  • Bank Deposit (EFT)
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Languages
  • English

Directions to Houtkapperspoort - Constantia Nek


From N7 and / or N1:

  • From the N7, about 5km prior to reaching the N1, is the board " N1 City/Stad". Proceed until on top of the bridge, change to the left lane, and do a full circle down towards the N1 (move one lane to your right) and proceed towards Cape Town. Soon after you will see the board "Cape Town or Kaapstad 10km". Change to the left lane as you will be taking the fly-over towards "Muizenberg/M3". Continue on the fly-over, and when you join the M5, go to the left lane as soon as you can.
  • Follow the M5 for a short distance. Don't take the first turnoff (left) towards the N2 or Airport. Proceed to the top of the bridge and then immediately change one lane to your left and do a full circle down towards the N2. Change one lane to your right going in the direction of Cape Town, go over a bridge (M5), underneath two bridges (close together) and underneath the third bridge the road will split. Turn to your left (Muizenberg/Kirstenbosch/ M3). This will put you onto De Waal Drive, which becomes Rhodes Drive. The University will be on your right with Rhodes Memorial a bit further on your right as well. Soon after, go over to the right hand lane, and at your first set of traffic lights, turn right (Board=Hout Bay/Kirstenbosch).
  • Drive past Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (on your right), and at the T-junction turn right again. Go uphill (there is a pedestrian crossing at the top on the turn - be careful!), and then downhill through all the turns, past Cecilia Forest (on your right) until you get to the traffic circle (roundabout) at Constantia Nek.
  • Go around the circle (avoid the first exit), and downhill towards Hout Bay (M63). The entrance to Houtkapperspoort is about 200m down the road, first entrance on your right.
  • As you enter the premises, please stop at the security boom and they will direct you to the office during office hours, or to your cottage if it is after office hours. Please note that the speed limit is 10kmh on the property.


From Cape Town International Airport:

  • On exiting the airport grounds, follow the Cape Town signs. Drive over the bridge and immediately turn right towards and onto the freeway (N2) which will take you towards Cape Town.
  • Closer to Cape Town the road will start turning towards Table Mountain. You will drive over a bridge (the M5). Make sure you are in the left lane. Go over a bridge (M5), underneath two bridges (close together) and underneath the third bridge the road will split. Turn to your left (Muizenberg/Kirstenbosch/ M3). This will put you onto De Waal Drive, which becomes Rhodes Drive. The University will be on your right with Rhodes Memorial a bit further on your right as well. Soon after, go over to the right hand lane, and at your first set of traffic lights, turn right (Board=Hout Bay/Kirstenbosch).
  • Drive past Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (on your right), and at the T-junction turn right again. Go uphill (there is a pedestrian crossing at the top on the turn - be careful!), and then downhill through all the turns, past Cecilia Forest (on your right) until you get to the traffic circle (roundabout) at Constantia Nek.
  • Go around the circle (avoid the first exit), and downhill towards Hout Bay (M63). The entrance to Houtkapperspoort is about 200m down the road, first entrance on your right.
  • As you enter the premises, please stop at the security boom and they will direct you to the office during office hours, or to your cottage if it is after office hours. Please note that the speed limit is 10kmh on the property.

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Rates at Houtkapperspoort - Constantia Nek

High Season
Low Season
Mid Season
22 Dec 2010 - 14 Apr 2011
15 Apr 2011 - 30 Sep 2011
01 Oct 2011 - 21 Dec 2011

Rates range from R590-R4490 per cottage per night

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