Villa Taboa do Cabo
In the verdant folds of Higgovale, where the slopes of Table Mountain descend towards the city, a sublime sense of living within nature prevails. A dense canopy of trees creates a secluded world of leaves, light and birdsong. Villa Taboa do Cabo rests in this tranquil urban haven, with Cape Town unravelling below its ankles into layers. The city, the harbour, the ocean, and the mountain’s landscape constantly changing with the light, allowing the views to become part of the architecture.
As you approach the property from the outside, it gives little away. Its presence is discreetly composed, eager to reveal an entirely different story that unfolds as soon as you enter. Across three storeys, the house curves and meanders, rising and falling through staircases, terraces and interconnected spaces designed for living, gathering and entertaining. There is a subtle sense of rebellion in the arrangement, with nothing feeling overly prescribed.
The interiors are opulent and polished, with a distinguished approach to design. Signature artworks punctuate rooms of lavish furnishings, with sculptural light fittings casting their own atmosphere across a palette that moves between mid-century, contemporary, and avant-garde. Stone meets timber. Glass meets polished cement. Marble and onyx lend their mineral richness, with neutral colours mirroring the Mother City’s landscape. Earthy tones and botanical shades warmed by a refined spectrum of ochre, rust and amber.
Five ensuite bedrooms, accommodating as many as ten guests lend themselves as beautifully considered retreats. Indoor fireplaces bring warmth and intimacy, occupying the generous living, dining and entertaining spaces. Front and back patios, a garden, four decks and a swimming pool create a succession of places in which to savour the South African sunshine.
The kitchen is the natural heart of the home. Well-equipped and beautifully integrated into the architecture, it becomes even more enticing with a private chef preparing your daily breakfasts. With the extended luxury of housekeeping services, your only obligation is to enjoy the ambience of the villa, absorbing the mesmerising stories that are being told beyond the glass sliding doors.
Which are, the views. Mountain, ocean, city and harbour appear from different vantage points, each deck offering another composition. Outdoor loungers suggest long afternoon reading sessions between each plunge into the swimming pool. The entertainment area gathers everyone around a pizza oven, table-tennis table and fire-pit. The property is equally suited to languid family days, and evenings that become considerably more spirited. It’s a natural effect of the mountain air, and all of that energy cascading from it.
Taboa do Cabo is a house that refuses to behave like a conventional luxury villa. It’s more expressive than that. More instinctive. A theatrical, highly individual home suspended in the canopy of Higgovale, where nature, architecture, art and the urban spectacle of Cape Town converge with ease.
There is garage parking for three cars, and - even though there are staircases to consider - it’s child-friendly, with Cape Town’s attractions on the doorstep. Many of the nature trails are either within walking distance, or an easy drive away. The V&A Waterfront is less than a 15-minute cruise down the Nek. The local markets, the art galleries, the cafés and the fine-dining restaurants are just around the corner on Kloof Street. Everything that constitutes an idyllic escape in the city is at hand, from the verdant folds of Higgovale.
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Experiences
- City
Features
- Air-conditioning: full premises
- Partial Sea Views
- City Views
- Mountain View
- Private Garden
- Secure parking
- Garage
- Patio or deck
- Swimming pool
- Umbrellas
- Security system
- Daily Servicing
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Balcony
- Backyard
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor Furniture
- Games Room
General Amenities
- Wifi
- TV and Entertainment System
- Private Chef (On Request)
- Butler Services (On Request)
- Dedicated Workspace
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Scullery
- Coffee Machine
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Tumble Dryer
- In Room Safe for valuables
- Robe and Slippers
- BBQ grill - Gas or Charcoal
- Fire pit
- Fireplace (Wood)
- Sound System - Sonos/Bose/Docking stations
- Smart TV - Netflix
- Entertainment Room
- Study
- Grocery Shopping Service
- Rates Include Daily Breakfast
- Lunch & dinner available by prior arrangement at an additional cost
- Complimentary Teas & Coffees
- Fire extinguisher
- First Aid Kit
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Ice Machine
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Wine Fridge
- Freezer
- Stove - Gas or Electric
- Oven
- Pizza Oven
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Bidet
- Toilet
- Guest Toilet
- Hospitality Amenities (Body soap, Shower Gel, Conditioner, Shampoo)
- Hair Dryer
- Bed linen and Towels
- Swimming Towels
- Clothing Storage
- Extra Pillows and Blankets
- Hangers
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Electricity Back Up - Solar & Inverter
- Recycling
- 3 Complimentary bottles of South African Wine
Rates
| 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 | Shoulder 2026 | ||
| R75,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 3 night stay applicable |
| 01 Nov 2026 - 15 Dec 2026 | Peak 2026 | ||
| R85,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 5 night stay applicable |
| 16 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027 | High Peak 2026-2027 | ||
| R135,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 10 night stay applicable |
| 11 Jan 2027 - 04 May 2027 | Peak 2027 | ||
| R90,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 5 night stay applicable |
| 05 May 2027 - 31 Aug 2027 | Whale 2027 | ||
| R75,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 3 night stay applicable |
| 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Oct 2027 | Shoulder 2027 | ||
| R75,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 3 night stay applicable |
| 01 Nov 2027 - 15 Dec 2027 | Peak 2027 | ||
| R90,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 5 night stay applicable |
| 16 Dec 2027 - 10 Jan 2028 | High Peak 2027-2028 | ||
| R142,000.00 | Per Unit | Per Night |
Minimum 10 night stay applicable |
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