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# Vacation home with ocean views - 5mins from the beach!

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Nestled in the tranquil Shelley Point Golf Estate, The Startling is a self-catering haven. Unwind on one of three nearby beaches, including Stompneusbaai and Britannia beach. Enjoy the nine-hole golf course or take a leisurely 2-minute walk to feel the ocean breeze.

### Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Ocean view
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Outdoor space

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Vacation home with ocean views - 5mins from the beach!

The Startling is a self catering home located in the tranquil Shelley Point Golf Estate in the quiet peaceful surroundings of the well known fishing village of St Helena Bay. The estate is surrounded by three beaches including Stompneusbaai, Shelley Beach and the popular Britannia beach. A quick 2 minute walk gets you to the nearest beach. Shelley Point offers a nine-hole golf course, which is situated in the middle of the estate.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Bedrooms

- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- Books
- Stereo
- TV with cable/satellite channels

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near the marina
- Next to a golf course

### Things to do

- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Windsurfing nearby

### 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

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 

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

Located in St. Helena Bay, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Vasco Da Gama Statue and Cape Columbine Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shelley Point Country Club & Golf Course and Port Owen Marina. Snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our St. Helena Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Helena-Bay.dx6130422)

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Saint Helena Bay, WC

### What's nearby

- ![Paternoster Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090873/f3901770-1fdc-4b5d-adb9-e25e98fb144a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Paternoster Beach  
33 min drive \- 12.7 miles
- Shelley Point Country Club & Golf Course  
4 min drive \- 1.3 miles
- Cape Columbine Nature Reserve  
33 min drive \- 12.7 miles
- Calypso Beach Beach  
50 min drive \- 39.5 miles
- Langebaan Beach  
50 min drive \- 40.3 miles

### Restaurants

- Pica Pizza  
10 min drive
- Alegria Restaurant  
11 min drive
- Cattle Baron  
3 min drive
- Alegria  
11 min walk
- Oppikaai Seafood Restaurant  
10 min drive

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