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$135 / night
Total guests, Nights

FOREST REST – Home 5596803 Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 night min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 8 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Forest Rest offers TWO SELF CATERING APARTMENTS in a small, peaceful complex at the foothills of the Helderberg Mountain in Somerset West - the ideal tranquil environment for both holiday and business visitors.

APARTMENT 1

Accommodates 2 people. It has all the luxuries such as a separate bedroom with queen-size bed and en-suite bathroom, a lounge/dining/kitchen with full range TV, Wi-Fi, Nespresso machine and fully equipped kitchen. Breakfast can be ordered as an optional extra. Parking for your car is next to your Apartment. You have your own private patio.

EUR110 per night for 2 people.

APARTMENT 2 - accommodates 2 people. It has all the luxuries such as a studio room with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with table and chairs, Nespresso machine, full range TV and Wi-Fi.

Breakfast can be ordered as an optional extra. Parking for your car is next to your Apartment. You have your own private patio.

EUR100 per night for 2 people.

Our four star grading is well deserved. With only two apartments, privacy and exclusivity are guaranteed during your stay. It features a spacious garden, swimming pool and private patio's. We ensure that you will leave well-rested and revitalized.

Our location is very central - only a few kilometre from all the main attractions and activities, such as historic wine estates, white sandy beaches, world-class golf courses, Table Mountain, and much more!!

Apartment 1 - EUR110 per night (sleeps 2 - queen bed)

Apartment 2 - EUR100per night (sleeps 2 - queen bed)

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Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
    Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
  • 2 Attached (ensuites)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Safe
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

We have 2 separate Apartments.

-APARTMENT 1 (50 square m) - separate bedroom, sleeps 2, queen bed, EUR95 per day
-APARTMENT 2 (32 square m)- Studio room, sleeps 2, double bed, EUR90 per day

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About the owner

Louise R.
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
31 Jan 2024
Years listed:
9
Based in:
South Africa
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
13 reviews

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“Forest Rest 5 Stars and more”

Reviewed 9 Dec 2021

Louise at Forest Rest is the most accommodating and hands on owner of this absolutely beautiful establishment. If I could give 10 stars you have them. Quiet serene and picture perfect. All the ameniti… More

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“5 Star Hospitality and Class”

Reviewed 1 Dec 2016

Stayed here for one night on business. Everything is 1st class from the friendliness of the staff to the furnishings and quality of bedding. The great view is an nice unexpected bonus. Will cer… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to host you again.

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“Our Home Away From Home”

Reviewed 1 Apr 2016

We wrote such a raving review of this place the last time we visited the last time and we didn't think it cold be topped, but it did. What a heartfelt welcome we received from the owner Louise! T… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much - your kind words are an inspiration for us. You were great guests and we hope to see you again.

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“Immaculate apartment!”

Reviewed 19 Nov 2015

Another great stay here at Forest rest, very peaceful location, immaculate and very well epuiped apartment. Thanks Louise for being a great host.

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“Absolutely fabulous”

Reviewed 17 Nov 2015

We had such a lovely stay @ Forest Rest. The attention to detail is amazing & the hospitality is something that you have to experience for yourself. It is quiet and beautiful & so peaceful wit… More

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“Peaceful, beautiful, ideal stay”

Reviewed 15 Oct 2015

Louise is an amazing host. We really enjoyed our stay. There cant be a better place to stay at. We will stay there again when we go to Cape Town.

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“Amazing find”

Reviewed 2 May 2015

What a delightful place, great location, very quiet and peaceful. The apartment was extremely well equipped and Louise the host and owner could not do enough for us. Very well looked after by her duri… More

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“Tranquil retreat in Somerset West”

Reviewed 29 Apr 2015

We travel a lot all over the world and Forest Rest is one of the best self-catering places we have ever stayed at. It is superbly appointed with everything one might need (and some more). It is styl… More

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“Perfect rest in busy city”

Reviewed 29 Mar 2015

What a picture-perfect tranquil place snugly hid away from the hustle and bustle of the Western Cape city life! For the traveller who needs quiet and peace, Forest Rest ensures an impeccable stylish … More

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“Wow...”

Reviewed 16 Mar 2015

...what a beautiful apartment this was. Louise was so lovely and made us feel very welcome from the start. The apartment exceeded our expectations and I can't wait to recommend this place to my f… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Louise (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Louise (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Louise (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Louise the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Louise (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Louise (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Louise (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Louise (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Louise (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Louise (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Louise (the owner) a message.

If Louise (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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