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Bonavanti – Home 1371275 Villa

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 10 sleeps
  • 10 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

"Bonavanti" has been called the best view in St Francis, the best view in the Eastern Cape and even best view in South Africa!!!

Bonavanti is perched above the famous surf spot Bruces, overlooking the bay of St Francis. The luxurious house was recently renovated and updated with beautiful finishes. The house has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and 3 outdoor showers.

The house encourages outdoor living as all living area doors slide open fully to catch the most beautiful view of the sea.

Outside there is a large patio with a covered dining area, built in braai (barbecue grill), and sun loungers. The patio leads to a refreshing solar heated infinity pool.

The ocean below is accessible through a private little path that leads down to the rocks. It is not only ideal for swimming and surfing, but also fishing, and lengthy strolls along the waters edge.

St. Francis is known for its quiet canals, huge lagoon and beautiful beach. It is a paradise for families and water-sports enthusiasts. It boasts white sandy beaches and ideal conditions for surfing or water-skiing in the river. Dolphins, otters, and whales can been seen in the bay from the house.

St Francis Bays offers a delightful escape from the pressures of daily life in a heaven of peace and tranquility. Once you experience this lifestyle, it becomes a precious memory to cherish forever.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • 3 Full beds, 6 Twin beds
  • 3 Full baths, 2 Showers, 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Private outdoor pool (heated)
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Safe
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

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Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: $200.00
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 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% 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.

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* 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

About the owner

Lila H.
Average reply time:
2 hours 54 minutes
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
04 Oct 2023
Years listed:
10
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
4 reviews

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“Wonderful time”

Reviewed 6 Mar 2018

Wir haben das Haus 4 Wochen genutzt und haben jeden einzelnen Tag genossen. Die Organisation von Lila war perfekt. Einen schöneren Standort in St. Francis gibt es nicht.

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“Ultimate Beach House Luxury!”

Reviewed 12 Sep 2016

We found Heaven on Earth... for sure!!! Thee most beautiful location, total relaxation in luxury. Best kept secret in St Francis. Truly a special place... those that have been lucky enough to exper… More

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“Stunning, stunning stunning, would saty again ...whenever possible.”

Reviewed 10 Feb 2014

This home was just that, a home. it had fine cutlery, crockery and furnitures and sea views to impress. would have stayed again this december 2013 had it been available . no need to look else where in St. Francis bay if you want privacy and great bay views.

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“Breathtaking Views in complete luxury!”

Reviewed 10 Feb 2014

For over 20 years I have had the honour and privilege of being a friend as well as guest of Nigel and Lila Harvey. Bonavanti is truly the most beautiful place on earth. The elegance and energy create an almost intoxicating sense of comfort and wellbeing. I've stayed several times at Bonavanti and assure you, you will not be disappointed. Each room has such a wonderful relaxing luxurious feel to it. The breathtaking views are second to none, and the surroundings are truly heaven on earth. Bonavanti is a beach house personified luxury, one of my favourite places in the world. I offer my humble yet highest recommendation!

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Lila (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 Lila (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 Lila (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 Lila 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 Lila (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

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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 Lila (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. Lila (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 Lila (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 Lila (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 Lila (the owner) a message.

If Lila (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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