Ellerman House and Villa in Cape Town
Ellerman House and Villa enjoys the finest views of the Atlantic seaboard from its commanding position, just 10 minutes away from the V&A Waterfront. It is situated in the prime location of Bantry Bay, walking distance to the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay.
Ellerman House and Villa is the quintessential urban retreat for discerning luxury travellers wanting complete exclusivity in Cape Town. Located in Bantry Bay, the small, privately owned hotel offers spectacular Atlantic Ocean views against the dramatic backdrop of Lion’s Head. Clifton’s sheltered beaches are within walking distance, while local attractions such as the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and V&A Waterfront are 10 minutes by car. Originally a private residence, the historic Cape Edwardian-style mansion has 13 individually decorated rooms and suites, terraced indigenous gardens overlooking the ocean, and two ultra-modern villas. Enhancing the entire property is the owner’s extensive collection of original South African art.
Compared to the old-world elegance of the main house, Villa One and Two are sleek and glamorous with en suite bedrooms, spacious entertainment areas, private infinity pools and ocean views. Villa One incorporates the tranquil Ellerman House Spa, which specialises in cutting-edge massage techniques, anti-ageing beauty treatments and hydrotherapy. Villa Two is built above the Ellerman House Wine Gallery, which is not only a spectacular cellar for the hotel’s 7500-bottle wine collection but offers an interactive, experiential journey into the world of wine.
The natural splendour of the hotel’s unique location is matched by generous-hearted hospitality – guest experiences and excursions are all tailor made – modern cuisine that reflects the best of local and seasonal flavours, and a vast collection of South African vintage wines. From local design and art to wine and food, Ellerman House strives to offer a world-class guest experience that remains authentically South African.
Room Types
Classic House Room
The spacious Classic Room is en-suite and includes satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 30 square metres (323 square feet).
Superior House Room
Featuring a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. These rooms are all en-suite and include satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 30 square metres (323 square feet).
Deluxe Spa Room
Featuring endless ocean views and a shared deck. These rooms are are en-suite and include satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 37 square metres (398 square feet)
Deluxe House Room
Featuring breathtaking ocean views and a private terrace, these rooms are all en-suite and include satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 44 square metres (474 square feet).
Ellerman House Suite
Featuring ocean views, terrace, lounge and dining area. All suits are en-suite and include satellite TV, air conditioning, wireless internet, heated floors, and a complimentary minibar. The average room size is 102.5 square metres (1103 square feet).
Unit Types
ELLERMAN HOUSE VILLA ONE
Ellerman House Villa One at a glance:
Available on an exclusive-use basis only
Children of all ages are welcome
3 spacious en suite bedrooms (2 with dressing rooms and private terraces)
2 additional deluxe spa bedrooms (option of creating a 5-bedroom villa)
Spacious entertainment and dining area leading to a terrace and infinity pool
Private TV lounge, study and reading room
Contemporary kitchen, fully stocked
Access to the Ellerman House Wine Gallery for specialised wine tastings
Access to the Ellerman House Spa, including treatment rooms, a relaxation area, sensation shower, sauna and steam room.
Walking distance to Clifton beaches
Five minutes by car from the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway or Camps Bay
Ten minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront or the city centre
Size:
696 square metres / 7492 square feet
Modern architecture and a breathtaking private location with uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean views define Ellerman House’s original exclusive-use accommodation, Villa One. Separate to Ellerman House yet on the same property, Villa One offers all the benefits of being attached to an exclusive small hotel coupled with life’s ultimate luxuries – complete privacy and discreet, highly personalised service. Designed with the discerning luxury traveller in mind, Villa One is ideally suited to families or groups of friends. In contrast to the old-world elegance of the original Ellerman House, Villa One and its sister residence, Villa Two, add a glamorous, contemporary edge to the hotel’s classic style and refined ambience.
Villa One is the quintessential coastal retreat with an exquisite, sea-view location in Bantry Bay, one of the most sought-after residential suburbs in Cape Town. Sheltered from the prevailing Southeaster wind in summer, it offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the dramatic mountain scenery characteristic of this stretch of the rugged and beautiful Cape Peninsula. With accommodation for up to 10 people, spacious entertainment and relaxation areas and a private infinity pool, the villa epitomises the glamorous beach lifestyle for which Cape Town has become world famous.
Level one:
Indigenous gardens and flowing water welcome guests to the entrance of Villa One with its breathtaking ocean views. The Ellerman House Spa and two deluxe spa bedrooms are located on this floor, with Villa One on the upper two levels accessed either by lift or staircase.
Level two (middle floor):
Sophisticated minimalist décor and a stunning collection of original art are key characteristics of the living areas, including a study, TV lounge, dining room and entertainment area. The contemporary, stainless- steel kitchen has a separate scullery and a well-stocked cold room. A personal chef is on call to create breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner. The emphasis is on fresh, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Any dietary needs or restrictions, food allergies or children’s meals may be discussed with the chef.
Level three:
The top floor has a reading room and three bedrooms, each with a spacious bathroom featuring infinity mirrors. The master bedroom (Aqua) has sea views from the bedroom and bathroom. The second bedroom (Lilac) also has sea views and a striking Balinese-style bathroom. The third bedroom (Yellow) faces the Twelve Apostles mountain range and is designed as a twin room with two single beds (all the rooms can be converted into king or twin beds on request). The reading room has a single divan for relaxing and enjoying a selection of books and magazines.
How to book Ellerman House Villa One:
As a three-bedroom villa (levels two and three) or as a five-bedroom villa, including all the features of the three-bedroom villa plus two deluxe spa bedrooms on level one.
Rates include:
• Ellerman House Villa’s exclusive Hospitality Team
• Return transfers from Cape Town International Airport and Cape Town locations
• Fully inclusive breakfast, served by your Private Chef
• Laundry packed in tissue paper
• Beverages (excluding wines & Champagne) inclusive of spirits and beer
• Villa bar fully stocked with luxury brands
• Daily sunset cocktails & canapés
• Wireless Internet access
• Private entrance and secure parking available
• 24-hour monitored security
• Individual attention from Senior Managers who personally supervise Guest Services
ELLERMAN HOUSE VILLA TWO
Ellerman House Villa Two at a glance:
Available on an exclusive-use basis only
Children 14years and up are welcome
3 bedrooms, each with open-plan bathroom, dressing room and private terrace
Spacious entertainment area leading to a terrace and infinity pool
Private cinema and study area
Interactive, contemporary kitchen, fully stocked
Access to the Ellerman House Wine Gallery for specialised wine tastings
Access to the Ellerman House Spa, including treatment rooms, a relaxation area, sensation shower, sauna and steam room.
Walking distance to Clifton beaches
Five minutes by car from the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway or Camps Bay
Ten minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront or the city centre
Size:
432 square metres / 4650 square feet
Gravity defying, ultra-modern architecture and breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views define the newest addition to Ellerman House. Separate to Ellerman House yet on the same property, Villa Two offers all the benefits of being attached to an exclusive small hotel coupled with life’s ultimate luxuries – complete privacy and discreet, highly personalised service. Designed with the discerning luxury traveller in mind, Villa Two is ideally suited to families or groups of friends. In contrast to the old-world elegance of the original Ellerman House, Villa Two and its sister residence, Villa One, add a glamorous, contemporary edge to the hotel’s classic style and refined ambience.
Like the original Ellerman House Villa One, the new Villa Two is the quintessential coastal retreat. It has an exquisite, sea-view location in Bantry Bay, one of the most sought-after residential suburbs in Cape Town. Sheltered from the prevailing Southeaster wind in summer, it offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the dramatic mountain scenery characteristic of this stretch of the rugged and beautiful Cape Peninsula. With accommodation for up to six people, spacious entertainment and relaxation areas and a private infinity pool, the villa epitomises the glamorous beach lifestyle for which Cape Town has become world famous.
Level one:
The two-level villa is built above the Ellerman House Wine Gallery. This Wine Gallery reveals the history of South African wine through innovative, custom-designed artistic features and displays, is also a showcase and cellar for the hotel’s vast wine collection that includes many vintage and rare bottles.
Level two:
The first level of Villa Two comprises an inviting central corridor leading to a guest bathroom, study area, and private cinema. There are also three luxuriously appointed bedrooms each with an extensive open-plan dressing room, bathroom and separate W/C. The rooms are named Sea Point, Clifton and Bantry Bay, according to their geographical orientation and outlook. Each bedroom extends outdoors onto a private terrace with wonderful views.
Level three:
The top floor (street level) includes a glass-walled entrance foyer that opens up into light-filled living, dining and entertainment areas decorated in soft, soothing sea tones with natural stone and unembellished wood finishes. Fold-away, floor-to-ceiling glass doors on two sides seamlessly integrate the indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, infinity pool, and spectacular ocean views. To the right of the entrance foyer is an open-plan kitchen designed for social, interactive cooking equipped with a large central island, sleek timber cupboards, a separate scullery and walk-in cold room. The kitchen may be closed off from the dining area by a sliding panel. A personal chef is on call to create breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner. The emphasis is on fresh, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Any dietary needs or restrictions, food allergies or children’s meals may be discussed with the chef.
Rates include:
• Ellerman House Villa’s exclusive Hospitality Team
• Return transfers from Cape Town International Airport and Cape Town locations
• Fully inclusive breakfast, served by your Private Chef
• Laundry packed in tissue paper
• Beverages (excluding wines & Champagne) inclusive of spirits and beer
• Villa bar fully stocked with luxury brands
• Daily sunset cocktails & canapés
• Wireless Internet access
• Private entrance and secure parking available
• 24-hour monitored security
• Individual attention from Senior Managers who personally supervise Guest Services
