Tucked away in Victoria Court, an Edwardian building dating from around 1916, this one-bedroom apartment sits on the quieter top end of Long Street. At the heart of the building is a lush courtyard garden, a calm and secure place to read, unwind or have your morning coffee, with the energy of Cape Town just beyond the walls.

Please note that the apartment is on the second floor and is reached by stairs only.

The space

The apartment is fully furnished and ready to move into. It suits anyone who wants city living with room to breathe. A dedicated workspace makes working from home easy. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, microwave, toaster and kettle, so you can cook properly rather than just get by. You’ll also find a TV, a ceiling fan for summer afternoons, a safe, a hair dryer and an iron. Cleaning products are provided.

All electricity is included in the rent, so there are no surprise bills. Backup power keeps the lights on and your laptop charged during load-shedding or power outages. A concierge looks after the building, and you’re welcome to use the garden whenever you like.

The location

At 301 Long Street, much of the best of Cape Town is a short walk away. Bree Street’s restaurants and coffee spots are minutes from your door. So are the colourful streets of the Bo-Kaap and the shaded paths of the historic Company’s Garden.

Right next door are the Long Street Baths, a local landmark where you can swim indoors year-round or relax in a traditional Turkish bath. Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront are a 5 to 10 minute Uber or MyCiTi bus ride away.

Good to know

The apartment is set back from the street, which keeps it noticeably quieter. You are still in the heart of a lively neighbourhood, though, so expect some city sounds. There’s no dedicated parking on site, but street parking is usually easy to find.

A heritage hideaway on Long Street, Cape Town CBD