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About this property
Beachfront Location: Residence William French in Simon's Town offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the infinity swimming pool or sun terrace, while the lush garden provides a tranquil retreat. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities. Each room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a work desk, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free. Dinner is highly rated by guests, with a variety of menus catering to special diets. Local Attractions: Frank's Beach is a 7-minute walk away, while Cape Town International Airport is 41 km distant. Nearby attractions include Chapman's Peak (21 km) and Cape Point (22 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Catherine
South Africa
“The location and home are fantastic, comfortable and beautiful. The dinners provided are also excellent and personal preferences are thoughtfully accommodated. You may never want to leave the comfort and exquisite pool with lovely staff and...” - Paul
Austria
“The absolutely best Place I‘ve ever been South of North Pole! Besitzes very friendly, the owner and its personnel are also extremely good in cooking.” - James
United Kingdom
“Residence William French is a fabulous property, and is in a great location” - Rendani
South Africa
“Staff were absolutely amazing and helpful. An amazing getaway with jaw dropping views.” - Janine
United Kingdom
“This was my 3rd visit to the guest house and every time is just as special. We loved the private dining experience and waking up to the stunning sunrise over False Bay! We will be back :)” - Jeremy
United Kingdom
“Amazing location, wonderful staff, so friendly and welcoming. Attention to detail, great stay and would definitely come back. Thank you” - Adam
United Kingdom
“Beautiful decor clearly curated with pride by the owners. Lovely personal welcome by the owners and their lovely professional staff. Location was great; need a car as it is at the southern end of the town and up a very steep hill. We had room...” - Bernie
South Africa
“Everything. Excellent breakfast and room facilities.” - Alewyn
South Africa
“food was Wonderfull. Thanks William for great meals” - Carney
South Africa
“Absolutely stunning.William is an absolutely wonderful chef who cooks from the heart. It was Everything and more. 5⭐+”
Quality rating
Hosted by William

Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
Please inform Residence William French in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.