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Self Catering in Simon's Town

Dolphin Cottage

Reviews

4.8/ 5

Based on 12 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness
4.7
Location
4.8
Value for money
4.7
Service
4.9
Safety
4.8
Maretha D
Short stay Family with teenagers
5.0
Dec 2025

Absolutely fantastic. Had a memorable couple of days with family. Amazing property. Breathtaking views of the ocean. All you need for a family stay is supplied. I will highly recommend this property for a large family or group of friends. Please note, however, that there are a lot of stairs. Each bedroom is on a different level and there are stairs to get to each of the bedrooms. It might be a problem for persons with mobility issues.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Andrea Z
Short stay Family with teenagers
5.0
Nov 2025

Spacious accommodation with sea view. With a stunning view of Simon’s Town harbour and False Bay, Dolphin Cottage is perfect for a relaxing getaway and is also a good base for exploring local beaches and towns. As a family of seven (two adults, five kids), we enjoyed the spacious rooms and the cottage is equipped with everything we needed for a fun self-catering holiday. Simon’s Town itself has a wonderful history, and we especially enjoyed the wartime stories of Nuisance the dog (my grandpa remembers travelling with him on the train!). Kalk Bay is brilliant for shopping and stopping for a sea view coffee, and we enjoyed the tidal pool at St James beach (which is also great for kids)! Kommetjie is excellent for bodyboarding and local wetsuit hire is well priced and easily accessible. There are so many fun things to do in Cape Town and there’s always sitting on the balcony at Dolphin Cottage and enjoying the chill vibe of the area. Barry, who manages the cottage, is super friendly and full of local knowledge. Our top tip for the steep driveway is to go in at an angle and your back bumper will not scrape. Some of the baboon-safe blinds were difficult to unlock but we were happy to be kept baboon-free nonetheless. We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the hill in Simon’s Town - thank you for having us!

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Karen F
Short stay Large group
4.8
Oct 2025

Relaxing, comfortable, clean, central and spacious. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Dolphin Cottage had great, spacious and very clean accommodation. It was very well equipped with decent appliances. Barry, who met me there, was very friendly and efficient. It was a pleasure staying there and I would definitely recommend it to others. The only criticism I would have is that the upstairs bedrooms were hot and the entire place could do with air conditioning or ceiling fans to make it a perfect stay.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
4.0

Bernette B
Short stay Family with young children
4.2
Apr 2026

Sun, sea and relax! We had a wonderful stay at Dolphin Cottage. Simon's Town is a gem and the view from Dolphin Cottage in particular is truly exceptional. Barry was very helpful and explained how everything works. He was also on time to hand over and receive keys. I think the owner could invest in good bedding and towels. It was a shame for me that a house in such a beautiful location was equipped with neglected linen (clean, just old). I realise that it is rented out to many people, and that one does not necessarily want to provide very expensive linen, but a good standard in terms of linen and towels will elevate the property to something absolutely special. The baboons came to surprise us while we were braaiing, but this is part of the charm of Simon's Town and being close to nature. I want to emphasise that the house absolutely lends itself to a lovely, relaxing weekend, and that we really enjoyed our time there.

Son, see en ontspan! Ons het heerlik in Dolphin Cottage gewoon. Simonstad is 'n juweel en veral die uitsig van Dolphin Cottage af is regtig besonders. Barry was baie behulpsaam en het mooi verduidelik hoe alles werk. Hy was ook heeltemal betyds om sleutels te oorhandig en weer te ontvang. Ek dink net die eienaar kan belê in goeie beddegoed en handdoeke. Dit was vir my jammer dat 'n huis op so 'n pragtige plek met verwaarloosde linne (skoon, net oud) toegerus was. Ek besef dat dit aan baie mense uitverhuur word, en dat mens nie noodwendig baie duur linne wil voorsien nie, maar 'n goeie standaard wat linne en handdoeke aanbetref sal die eiendom lig na iets absoluut besonders. Die bobbejane het ons kom verras terwyl ons braai, maar dit is deel van die charm van Simonstad en naby aan die natuur wees. Ek wil benadruk dat die huis hom absoluut na 'n heerlike, ontspanne naweek leen, en dat ons regtig ons tyd daar geniet het.

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Cleanliness
3.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
4.0
Value for money
4.0

Mariechen E
Short stay With friends
4.8
Jun 2025

Relaxed and delicious. The house is well equipped, neat and safe. There is also plenty to keep you busy in the immediate area, should you wish.

Ontspanne en heerlik. Die huis is goed toegerus, netjies en veilig. Daar is ook genoeg om jou mee besig te hou in die nabye omgewing, sou jy wou.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
4.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Judith K
Short stay With friends
4.2
Jul 2024

Wonderful experience. Beautiful location, well equipped and very nice staff.

Cleanliness
4.0
Service
4.0
Location
5.0
Safety
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Armahn
Dolphin Cottage
Hi Judith, Thank you for taking such great care of the house. Your communication was excellent, much appreciated! We would welcome you back anytime. All the best!

Janine V
Short stay Family with young children
5.0
Dec 2023

Fantastic! Wow wow wow What a beautiful home. And the view was absolutely amazing! Would have loved a tumble dryer but everything was fantastic!

Fantasties! Wow wow wow. Wat 'n pragtige woning. En die uitsig was absoluut amazing! Sou bitter graag 'n tumble dryer wou hê, maar alles was fantasties!

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Tyrone A
Short stay Large group
4.8
Dec 2022

Lonely home and spacious with all the amenities. We had a great stay at 22 Dolphin Way. Great views and very spacious. We appreciated the Internet. Great service from Barry. He really was helpful in many ways.

Cleanliness
4.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Susan L
Long stay Family with young children
5.0
Apr 2021

Beautiful house with a nice view of False Bay. We were kindly received by Barry and he quickly made us feel at home. The house is neatly clean and comfortable with extra towels in the cupboard. We were able to relax wonderfully and appreciated the beautiful view. Everything is conveniently close and the environment is quiet and peaceful.

Pragtige huis met mooi uitsig op Valsbaai. Ons was vriendelik ontvang deur Barry en hy het ons gou tuis laat voel. Die huis is netjies skoon en gerieflik met ekstra handdoeke in die kas. Ons kon heerlik ontspan en het die mooi uitsig waardeer. Alles is gerieflik naby en die omgewing is stil en rustig.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

Ingrid J
Short stay With friends
5.0
Sep 2020

A gem in Simonstad! This home offers extreme living pleasure for anyone who lives there! With a breathtaking view and the high standard of the facilities, there is no doubt that this is excellent value for money!

'n Juweel in Simonstad! Hierdie huis bied uiterse verblyfgenot vir enigeen wat daar tuisgaan! Met 'n asemrowende uitsig en die hoë standaard van die geriewe is daar geen twyfel dat dit uitstekende waarde vir geld is nie!

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0

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22 Dolphin Way, Simon's Town, 7975, Western Cape

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  • Sleeps 8 guests
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
    Check-out: 10:00

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