5 Bedroom House in Simon's Town Central
185 mcfarlane road, Simons Town Central, Cape Town
5 bed · 4 bath · 2 garage · 714 m² erf
Description
Panoramic Sea and Mountain Living with Dual Income Potential, Boulders, Simons TownEngel & Vlkers Southern Peninsula proudly presents this exceptional double storey residence set in the heart of Boulders, where uninterrupted sea and mountain views define the setting. Wrap around balconies and classic sash windows capture the changing light across False Bay, creating a home that feels both expansive and deeply connected to its surroundings.Currently operating as a successful Airbnb with two fully separate units, the property comprises five bedrooms, four with sea views, and four bathrooms, two per unit. The configuration lends itself to multiple lifestyle choices: Continue as a guesthouse, transform into a substantial family residence, or live in one section while renting out or Airbnb the other, allowing the property to contribute meaningfully towards its own running costs.The lower unit features an open plan kitchen and living area, flowing onto a generous wrap around balcony. Two bedrooms are positioned on the ground floor, with a third bedroom on the lower level, plus an additional area ideal as a study or potential small childrens bedroom.The upper unit includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a mezzanine and an additional teenage retreat space. An open plan kitchen and living area with a wood burning fireplace, extend onto its own wrap around balcony, maximising the elevated outlook.Additional features include gas hobs in both kitchens, wooden floors, swimming pool and garden, inverter and solar panels, prepaid electricity and JoJo water tanks, ensuring efficiency and peace of mind in a coastal environment.This is a rare acquisition in one of the Southern Peninsulas most desirable coastal enclaves, combining flexibility, income generation and remarkable natural beauty.Simons Town, and Boulders in particular, deliver a lifestyle shaped by nature, heritage and understated exclusivity. The world famous African penguin colony draws visitors from across the globe, making the area a natural magnet for tourism and a compelling reason for guests to choose local Airbnb or guesthouse accommodation. Residents enjoy early morning swims in sheltered coves, coastal walks along pristine beaches, and mountain trails with sweeping views across False Bay. The Cape of Good Hope Cape Point Nature Reserve is a short drive away, adding dramatic scenery, wildlife and outdoor adventure to everyday life, right on your doorstep. Here, coastal tranquillity meets global appeal, creating a setting where lifestyle and long-term value align effortlessly.
What we know about this property
Each attribute shows where it came from and how sure we are. Model-derived attributes arrive as enrichment runs.
Resilience
- Backup Power Level
- Partialfrom the listing text · 95%
- Borehole
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Gas Hob
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Generator
- Nofrom the listing text · 79%
- Grey Water
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Heat Pump
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Inverter
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Solar Geyser
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Solar panels
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Water Tank
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
Security
- Alarm Beams
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Armed Response
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Boomed Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Burglar Bars
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- CCTV
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Guard 24h
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Security Estate
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Market
- Days on market
- 222 daysfrom our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Under Offer
- Nofrom our price history
Comfort
- Air Conditioning
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Double Glazing
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Fireplace
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- High Ceilings
- Nofrom the listing text · 93%
- Natural Light
- Brightfrom the listing text · 98%
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Quiet Street
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Underfloor Heating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- View Type
- Seafrom the listing text
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 93%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 83%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Living Areas
- 2from the listing text · 80%
- Open Plan
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Penthouse
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Scullery
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Single Level
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 85%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Braai Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Covered Patio
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Established Trees
- Nofrom the listing text · 81%
- Garage Type
- Doublefrom the listing text · 97%
- Garden Size
- Mediumfrom the listing text · 71%
- Off-street parking bays
- 2from the listing text · 95%
- Pet Friendly
- Yesfrom the listing text · 97%
- Pool Type
- Standardfrom the listing text
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Architecture
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Original Features
- Nofrom the listing text · 76%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Tenure Rules
- Exclusive Use Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- No transfer duty
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Retirement Scheme
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Short Let Allowed
- Nofrom the listing text · 65%
- Special Levy Mentioned
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Utilities Included
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
Connectivity
- Fibre
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Commercial
- Auction
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Bank Assisted
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Off Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Owner Relocating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Price Reduced
- Nofrom our price history
- Priced To Sell
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Portal facts
- Price
- POA
- Land size
- 714 m²
- Listing date
- 14 Feb 2026
- Feature: Pool
- yes
- Property type
- House
- Listing number
- T5389414
- Feature: Garden
- yes
- Rates and taxes
- R 2 951
- Feature: Lounges
- 2
- Feature: Bedrooms
- 5
- Feature: Flatlets
- yes
- Feature: Bathrooms
- 4
- Feature: Dining areas
- 2
- Feature: Pet friendly
- yes
- Feature: Garage parking
- 2
- Feature: Covered parking
- 2