Ellerman House, Bantry Bay / Cape Town (South Africa)

ELLERMAN VILLA & SPA, Cape Town

A prestigious Relais & Chateaux Boutique Hotel in Cape Town

Modernity combined with incredibly comfortable design is the theme behind the newly created Ellerman Villa & Spa at Ellerman House.

Situated in the gardens of the world-renowned Ellerman House, the 'twelfth room' of the hotel was fashioned to offer a contemporary edge to the classic original, without compromising on the philosophy of service excellence. It even has its own butler to cater to guests' every whim.

Comprising a Spa, with two bedrooms, on the ground floor, a living area on the second and three bedrooms on the third, Ellerman Villa provides a home-away-from-home for the modern traveller comfortable in a minimalist environment.

The architecture of Ellerman Villa is reminiscent of the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Its uncompromising angles, oblique outlooks and sheer glass allow maximum exposure to the sea below and beyond, almost inviting the ocean into the house.

It is these cool colours, inspired by the refreshing palette of the Atlantic Ocean , that define the overall look of Ellerman Villa.

The Spa, on the ground floor, is surrounded by teak decks and an infinity pool that has a separate icy plunge pool for residents taking advantage of sauna. It comes with a resident therapist who pampers guests with the most luxurious treatments available.

A polished teak deck leads to the Spa with its contrasting pale oak floors and dark wood inlays. The Spa has two bedrooms that can be used either by residents using the Spa, or reserved for sole use by those staying in Ellerman Villa, offering five bedrooms in all.

A lift, like a modern gilded cage, connects all levels of the house. A curved staircase, the rail bound in leather, follows the lift while soaring, bronzed bamboo delivers a natural art form to complement the space.

The living area is open plan and flows outdoors. The massive glass windows peel back completely, opening up the lounge, dining room and study to the magnificent views of the ocean.

It is level with the branches of the trees in the gardens of Ellerman House, giving the sense that guests can soar with seagulls that pursue the dolphins in Bantry Bay below.

A separate entertainment room, with flat screen plasma television, DVDs and CDs downloaded into the house's main server, leads into a hi tech stainless steel kitchen, fully stocked with delicacies from the best gourmet food shops in the city.

At the top of the house, level with the tree tops, are three luxurious bedrooms each with a glamorous, Hollywood-style bathroom created with acres of Travertine marble, infinity mirrors, some of them etched with ethereal designs, and of course, top of the range beauty products.

The main bedroom, with a king-size bed, is decorated in a symphony in aqua and cool creams, and is defined by a bathroom that opens out on to the sea as if someone were on the deck of a boat.

The second bedroom, known as the lilac room, is also dominated by a king-size bed, and has a striking Bali-style bathroom. The third bedroom, on the side of the house, looks on to the Twelve Apostles Mountains and has two single beds, both draped in plush burgundy and pale gold.

And for women wanting some quiet time out, a ladies' study - stocked with a library of books and all the latest magazines - has a single divan on which to while away an afternoon reading or reflecting.

Ellerman Villa & Spa at Ellerman House delivers on its promise of uncompromising luxury, unrivalled extravagance and superb service. It is a legend in the making.

* Rates for the Ellerman Villa are R 33 000 a night for use of the whole house, including exclusive use of the Spa (five bedrooms), or R25 000 a night for the upper two levels (three bedrooms)/ rates are valid for 2005.

Rates include: Exclusive use of the most modern, exciting villa in Cape Town; Ellerman Villa's butler and his assistant will take care of you throughout your stay; transfers to and from the airport in an air conditioned vehicle; breakfast served by your personal chef; fully stocked fridge with luxury nibbles; fully stocked bar with freshly squeezed juices, beers, spirits and chosen house wines; the use of the Ellerman Spa with a jet stream pool, steam room and sauna; same day laundry service; technologically advanced, electronic equipment; private entrance with 24 hour monitored security; and private and secure parking.


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