Set in the lush valley between Constantia Berg and Twelve Apostles Mountain, Houtkapperspoort offers self-catering cottages. Each cottage is made from Table Mountain stone and timber and features a veranda with barbecue. Offering dark wooden furnishing, Houtkapperspoort's cottages are modern and painted in light colours. Well-equipped kitchens with under floor heating including a 4-plate stove and electric oven are fitted in the cottages. Most have air-conditioning and some feature fireplaces in the living area. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool or play a game of tennis. At the nearby Cape Peninsula National Park guests can hike through mountain trails. The centre of Cape Town is 15 minutes from Houtkapperspoort. Hout Bay beach is just 5 minutes away.