One of our highest-ranking establishments, Afton Grove Country Retreat in Noordhoek excels in high standards of service and accommodation and is conveniently situated in the heart of the Cape Peninsula, close to a number of prime birding spots and the pelagic departure point. To enquire about availability or to book, please use this Booking Form.

Accommodation: Award winning 4 star Afton Grove Country Retreat is well known for their exceptional service and attention to detail. Owners have created a haven for visitors where the little things are important (have a look at their Arum Lily frog picture!). Perfectly positioned midway between Cape Town and Cape Point, Afton Grove offers guests easy access to all must see attractions, white sandy beaches, superb restaurants and the nearby winelands. B&B, self-catered and wheelchair friendly accommodation is offered in charming cottages set in a pristine garden. World-renowned omelettes and scrumptious country breakfasts. ...relaxation comes naturally… Birder friendly: Besides the obvious advantage of being Birder Friendly, guest’s find the location especially convenient as it is situated in the Table Mountain National Park. Afton Grove is ideally located for birders wanting to explore the varied habitats of the Cape. The 2 acre garden and the wetland opposite affords an opportunity to identify a number of bird species including a number of Southern African endemics (visit the section on birding on our website for more details). From mountain fynbos to lowland fynbos, western strandveld to renosterveld, streams, lakes & wetlands to ocean & shore and finally afromantane forest, the Cape has it all. “Area specials” include African Penguin, Bank Cormorant, African Black Oystercatcher, Cape Sugarbird, Ground Woodpecker, Cape Rockjumper, Orangebreasted Sunbird, Cape Siskin, Knysna Warbler, Victorin’s Warbler and a host of other specials including the chance of seeing up to 8 species of Albatross on a single pelagic outing. There are numerous nearby birding attractions: Pelagic trips departures from nearby Simonstown (year round and weather dependant www.capetownpelagics.com). Other popular birding hotspots include Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rondevlei Nature Reserve, Strandfontein Sewage Works, Kommetjie coastline & Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve all within easy reach. Your Hosts: Chris and Louise Spengler are keen birders themselves. They are able to share with you their knowledge and advice on local “stake-outs” and will eagerly await guests report backs on their sightings. Rates: Please enquire. Different room types are available from Garden Room (B&B), Garden Cottages (B&B), Honeymoon Suite (B&B) or Luxury Self Cater (sleeps 4 max) and Standard Self Cater (sleeps 2 max). To enquire about availability, please use this Booking Form.

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