When I arrived, I knew instantly that I chose well. I wanted an authentic South African experience, quiet and serenity for a restful stay, and fun, and got more than I bargained for. The place is as beautiful as it is displayed in the photos. Everything in the spacious house is top quality and well thought out- kitchen appliances, bathroom, very comfortable bed. Sidney and his wife, Anne are very pleasant and will give you your privacy yet always ensure that you have all you need. It was great to watch the friendly dogs play by the beautiful lakeside and Casper the white swan being naughty :). You can relax by the lake as you read your book, enjoy the electric massage chair, or just enjoy the view, plus, Sidney has a private Island that I wish I'd had enough time to explore. I enjoyed being captain of a great motorboat ride under Sidney's guidance at an affordable fee and the drive through the "non tourist-y" parts of capetown. The neighbourhood is manned by security and you can ride a bike or take a stroll within this area and enjoy the beautiful views along the Peninsula.I didnt stay long enough to explore the place fully, and will be back for sure. Ps, Storm and Hunter (Sidney's grandchildren) who came for the weekend made the experience even more warm; very friendly kids! Thanks Sidney!

Stayed in October 2025

Location, was central but yet felt like you were somewhere different, Would definitely be back and recommend Nature's Rest!! 😄😄😄

Stayed in September 2025

Can't pin point anything

The hole experience the place was 1000% beautiful

Stayed in August 2025

There was nothing not to like

Liked everything about the place , nice and quiet , plenty of space with a nice fireplace and the host is the best i have met

Stayed in July 2025

Super friendly host, clean apartment, fully equipped with everything you'd need and more. Had fun boating in the lake. Would definitely recommend and book again 👌

Stayed in April 2025

Everything was perfect

I liked everything about my Stay..I will definitely book it again.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing! Maybe just the area that you have to drive through to get there...but please don't judge this book by it's cover.

How clean the room was,even under the bed! And everything you need,even a rolling pin..who wants to bake when you need to rest? This will be my go to place when I visit southern suburbs!

Stayed in February 2025

I liked everything!

Unforgettable Stay at Nature’s Rest – More Than Just a Hotel! I had the pleasure of staying at Nature’s Rest in Cape Town for seven days, and I must say—it was an exceptional experience! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The hotel itself is fantastic, offering a comfortable and relaxing ambiance. The kitchen was absolutely superb, catering to all our needs. However, what truly made this stay special was Sydny, the owner. He is not only a lovely and helpful person but also went out of his way to ensure we had a great time. One of the highlights of our trip was learning to kayak from Sydny. His patience, guidance, and expert tips made the experience even more enjoyable. He also shared valuable insights on riding boats, which added to our adventure. Honestly, a five-star rating doesn’t do justice to the level of hospitality and excitement we experienced. If you’re visiting Cape Town, I highly recommend staying at Nature’s Rest for an unforgettable time! Would definitely love to return!

Stayed in February 2025

everything is perfect

The place has everything you would need from salt to teabags to milk pots pans iron , EVERYTHING. It is on a beautiful lake and the owner allowed us to use the paddle boat and other facilities at no extra cost. The owner is an exceptional , friendly , welcoming host and is always making sure all is comfortable. The bed is so comfy you dont want to wake up, Location is central to everything. Thank you for a lovely stay Sidney and hope to see you again soon, will definately be back to use the upcoming Jacuuzi :)

Stayed in January 2025

Everything, very quiet, neat and easy access to everything. Thank you Sydney for your welcome and lovely home. Thank you for making sure we were fine till the last day. You have yourself a little paradise there.

Stayed in December 2024

Thank you very much, Cidney. Made us feel at home. Beautiful premises and spotless clean. Will definitely do this again when we visit Cape Town

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing!!

A super one bedroom apartment, with everything you would need. Very clean and well appointed with lovely touches. A beautiful location on the lake, with the use of a rowing boat and canoes. Sidney the host was fantastic, even taking us shopping and swimming at a local pool. Felt very safe.

Stayed in November 2024

We could use a canoe and a catamaran sailboat for free. The host, Sidney is so friendly and forthcoming. You can ask him anything. We loved the company of the dogs and and the goose on the estate.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing, would like to stay longer next time

Sidney is very friendly and helpful. The property was beautiful. Kitchen carefully curated.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing

Friendly owner Easily accessible So clean and beautiful

Stayed in November 2024

Everything about this place was exceptional. The hosts were extremely welcoming and very courteous. The accommodation could not be faulted at all. The activities provided were spectacular, the room was fantastic and made me feel right at home. the level of excellence at the home and venue as a whole is top tier and second to none. Natures Rest is definitely the place to book and i’m sorry i didn’t book a longer stay. I’ll definitely be returning soon! Thank you Sidney for and co for an amazing, unforgettable experience

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing!!! I would be telling lies

The peace, The views , The lake ❤️ Such a friendly host.I felt like I was visiting family.So welcoming. We were welcomed earlier than our check in time. there was literally everything you can ever possibly need , Extra blankets,Gowns, all the works, Appliances .Basic food stuff. I can not put it all in one review.Loved it there

Stayed in September 2024

Very neat and secure. Will definitely visit again. Host, Sidney is excellent.

Stayed in September 2024

There was nothing that bothered us or hindered our peace and quiet.

The location was perfect we enjoyed being close to the lake and one with nature stunning view.

Stayed in August 2024

Mr Sidney is a wonderful and friendly host. The place had everything you needed and above. Just the weekend I needed before my operation. I can not fault the place. Thank you, Thank you Thank you.

Stayed in May 2024

Beautiful unit, well appointed with all necessary equipment. Nice touch to supply fruit and yoghurt for your 1st morning breakfast. I would have loved to do the boat cruise on the vlei, but time did not permit it. Owner and host, Sidney was very accommodating. I had to leave 04H00 on my departure day and he was available to receive the keys and bid me farewell.

Stayed in April 2024

The beautiful lightings everywhere.

Stayed in April 2024

The host was very accommodating, we could only check in late evening at 11pm and they were more than happy to assist us at that hour. We had a beautiful customised welcome message. The place had every essential amenities you could think of. The entire stay and location was top tier quality with regards to peace and tranquility - which is exactly what we were looking for. The environment is very safe and there's security patrolling in the area constantly. We look forward to coming back again.

Stayed in February 2024

Some may feel the neighbourhood you drive through to reach the property may feel unsafe but we had no problems

Great place to stay for our last couple of nights in CT. Lucky to have a totally different experience staying on the lake. Sidney, the hosts has such a huge heart and loves to share his home with you. He took us out on the beautiful lake on his kayaks for a couple of hours, such a wonderful experience.Space is completely private if you prefer.

Stayed in February 2024