• Entire apartment
  • 592 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms

Set 4.1 km from Kreeftebaai in Melkbosstrand, this apartment features a balcony. The apartment is 5 km from Kelpbaai. Free private parking is available on site. An oven and a microwave can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in this self-catering accommodation. Laundry services are available at the laudromat located within the complex. Haakgat is 5 km from Sea Gem, while Birkenhead Shopping Centre is 7 km away. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including windsurfing and diving. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 23 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.2
High score for Big Bay
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  • Erich
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent location, excellent security and excellent customer service 👌🏽.
  • Ahmier
    South Africa South Africa
    As always liked everything, peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Fantastic views
  • Ahmier
    South Africa South Africa
    Thanya very helpful and friendly as always. Loved the peaceful atmosphere. The views of course is fantastic.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Thanya de Carvalho

9.4
9.4
Host review score
Host review score

Thanya de Carvalho
Sea Gem is a self-catering apartment located in secure Dolphin Ridge complex in Bloubergstrand, approximately 500 m from Big Bay Beach, and within walking distance from all major amenities and restaurants. This lock-up-and-go apartment can accommodate up to 2 guests, and comprises 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The bedroom contains a queen-size bed, and the bathroom contains a shower and a bath, a toilet, and a basin. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and includes a stove and oven, a microwave, and cutlery and crockery. The spacious living room contains a flat-screen TV with a DStv decoder. Both the bedroom and living area open up to memorizing sea views. The apartment has a secure lock-up garage. A coin-operated laundromat is available in the Dolphin Ridge complex that guests may make use of.
Big Bay is but 20 minutes from the centre of Cape Town. It is a popular spot for surfing, wind surfing and kite surfing with a beach that offers mesmerizing views over Table Mountain and Robben Island. This whole beach area falls within a marine nature reserve. There are various amenities which are walking distance from the unit, this includes various restaurants on the beach front.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sea Gem
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules

Sea Gem takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 1000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about GBP 42. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Early arrival and late departure should be arranged with Sea Gem, in advance, and is subject to a surcharge. Cleaning services can be arranged, in advance, at a surcharge.

Kindly be advised that there is a breakage deposit fee of R1 000. Alternative arrangements can be made with international guests 72 hours upon arrival:

Bookings at the property can only be made by a natural person.

We require proof of identification for both guests staying at the property along with a valid mobile number, at least 72 hours before arrival in order for access to be granted in the complex please.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 1,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Sea Gem

  • Sea Gem offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Sea Gem can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Sea Gem may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Sea Gem is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Sea Gem. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sea Gem on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sea Gem on this page.

  • Sea Gem has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Sea Gem is 350 yards from the centre of Big Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.