Title: Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking ## Photo gallery for Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35869600/35869568/ae2253cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35869600/35869568/b7322f54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35869600/35869568/e054d666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35869600/35869568/3c96e223.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35869600/35869568/34211cc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a tranquil retreat at the cottage, where solar panels ensure uninterrupted comfort. Enjoy an open-plan layout with a fully fitted kitchen, DSTV and Wi-Fi in this quiet suburban haven close to public transport and major hospitals. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom452 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rafters Cottage (No Loadshedding) fully equipped garden cottage with parking The cottage has solar panels and is therefore not affected by the Countries load-shedding. It has an open-plan layout with a fully fitted kitchen, DSTV, Wi-Fi, a private courtyard with braai / barbeque facilities and access to a shared pool. Swimming towels are provided in the cottage for your convenience. The bedroom hosts a queen size bed with luxury linen and has lots of cupboard space to accommodate long stays. There is a large en-suite bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower (which is also wheelchair accessible) and we supply towels and all the little luxuries you might need during your overnight stay. There is a double sleeper couch in the lounge that can accommodate 2 children comfortably or an additional adult. Guests have their own allocated parking bay behind a secure gate. The cottage is situated in a quiet suburb, close to public transport and major hospitals such as Constantiaberg Medi Clinic, Kingsbury, Tokai Melomed and Groote Schuur. We are 5 minutes from Royal Cape Golf Course and very close to other popular golf courses such as Westlake and Rondebosch. Situated 10 minutes from the popular Constantia Wine Route and 20 minutes from the V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain or you could take a 30/40 minute drive down to Boulders Beach to visit the world famous Penguins before travelling further to the Cape of Good Hope. We are close to most of the popular beaches, one of which is Fish Hoek Beach who recently got their Blue Flag status. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 452 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1320800/1320739/44189984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa Milnerton - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 806 reviews £100 includes taxes & fees 14 Mar - 15 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=1320739&PinnedHotelID=1320739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1950000/1942000/1941977/14655dc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG Cape Town City Centre - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Plumstead, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, is home to this cottage. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Cricket Ground. 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