Our Authentic Travel – Three Anchor Bay Stay

Family and fish go off after three days. This mantra is so ingrained in me that staying as a house guest for an extended period does not sit well. 

We had hardly dragged our suitcases, bags and bits and bobs up the flight of stairs in Green Point when Butch and I decided we needed our own space. We certainly would win the Golden Buzzer for being terrible house guests. Besides, we had a briefcase full of administrative paperwork to complete.

Fortunately, Bertus and Anna came to our rescue and suggested we find suitable accommodation in Three Anchor Bay. After browsing their website and other booking sites, we soon found a two-bedroom apartment that met all our requirements.

Situated just three kilometres from their house along the Promenade, with a Woolworths Food store on one corner and a selection of coffee shops, restaurants, and bistros within walking distance, the choice was a no-brainer.

This well-appointed apartment, recently added to the Authentic Travel Portfolio, features elegant neutral tones and a spacious open-plan living area that invites relaxation and offers stunning sea and mountain views, making it perfect for comfort-focused travellers.

No sooner had we unpacked and Butch settled behind his laptop to renew our car licence, an exercise in patience and diplomacy, than load-shedding became a constant dilemma. We always had access to free Wi-Fi.

You have to experience a sunset along the Atlantic Seaboard to appreciate a champagne day in Cape Town. We did so on numerous occasions, sliding the enclosed balcony windows wide open to let the sea air into our apartment as the sun set golden on the horizon.

Early mornings were rewarded with sunlight streaming through the spare bedroom window, rousing us from bed to join other walkers, runners, and cyclists on the Promenade, just a stone’s throw from the building’s front door.

On the third day, I realised that part of my joie de vivre stemmed from the safety and security Vicmor Court offered. We’d been holed up behind security gates and alarm systems for a long time, but here I felt free. The building's security measures and the safe environment reassured us, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Although minimalist, the kitchen was well stocked with all the necessary appliances, allowing us to do housekeeping chores, and we occasionally entertained guests at our table.

Our days at Vicmore Court let us catch our breath and regroup, and we didn’t feel that dismal limbo for a while.

Now that we’re officially retired, we decided to call our stay a mini-holiday and reward ourselves with outings to touristy places like the Beach Club and Bar. We walked, following excited Seven fans as they made their way to the nearby Cape Town Stadium, then to the Oranjezicht Market for Vietnamese spring rolls, pasteis de nata, and bunches of fresh flowers.

We walked to the Zeitz MOCAA Gallery on a Wednesday and enjoyed the pensioner’s discount at the entrance. When Butch was busy, I’d go for long walks and meet him for coffee and croissants at one of the many nearby bakeries. We’d occasionally meet friends for brunch, lunch or dinner.  

Although online shopping is the way to go, being in Town and so conveniently located allowed me to browse and shop in our neighbourhood and at the Waterfront, a rare treat indeed.

Mr D, the delivery app, gave takeaway meals a new meaning; at a touch, we could select meals to be delivered to our door while in pyjamas. 

Bertus and Anna, listed as Super Hosts on Airbnb, prioritise their guests' happiness. Their genuine hospitality and accurate photographs made our stay seamless. We highly recommend Vicmor Court and Authentic Travel to anyone seeking reliable, enjoyable accommodation.

VICMOR COURT: Three Anchor Bay, Atlantic Seaboard.

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