At the beginning of the last century, after falling under the spell of this bay ‘at the ends of the earth’, the ship owner Sir John Ellerman decided to build an elegant mansion facing the ocean, dominating Bantry Bay, just 10 minutes from the centre of Cape Town and Clifton beaches. Whether you choose the opulent atmosphere of Ellerman House or the modern art gallery style of its annex, Ellerman Villa, you too will fall under the spell of this address that combines all the pleasures of Cape Town including gourmet cuisine, sampling top wines and enjoying the water sports. Plus a view of the Atlantic that is quite simply stunning. The property is closed for business during the year over the following dates June 15-July 15 2009.