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They say the sun shines brighter along the generous curve of False Bay. It really does. Especially during the March holidays. Come on down to Cape Town’s best-kept secret in March. School's out and it's time to visit False Bay. Explore a dreamy stretch of coastline that hugs the Cape Peninsula from Muizenberg, via Fish Hoek, to Cape Point. Picture sparkling bays, mountain backdrops, salty air, and seaside villages bursting with charm.

Every stop is different. Every moment is magical. Pack your flip-flops. Grab your sunglasses. Adventure awaits. From Kalk Bay and Fish Hoek to Simonstown and Cape Point, the Deep South’s False Bay also offers some of the best self-catering accommodation in Cape Town. Book your March holiday at Seaside Cottages and appreciate quality lodgings right on the beach.

From sunrise surf sessions to thrilling sunset tours, Cape Town is the top family-friendly city on Earth right now! In fact, the UK’s Telegraph Travel Awards just named the Mother City the "Best City on Earth" for the 7th time. There is so much to do in Cape Town. There is so much beauty to behold in Cape Town. What's more, Seaside Cottages in Fish Hoek is the best family holiday destination.

Pack up the kids, the sunscreen, the beach towels and the slip-slops and join us as 2025 draws to a close. Check out our fantastic guide of must-do activities, from "totally free" outdoor fun and cheap kids' activities to some "special splurges," to make everlasting memories.

December holidays in Fish Hoek are pure magic. Wake up steps from the sand, dive into ocean adventures and let the days unfold naturally. Grab a soft serve at The Galley, try paddle skiing, book surfing lessons in nearby Muizenberg, wander the cobbled streets of Kalk Bay or watch naval ships glide through Simon’s Town harbour.

Fish Hoek is also a haven for nature lovers. The area supports a rich mix of birdlife – ocean birds, shorebirds, wetland species, mountain birds and birds of prey. Fynbos birds mingle with garden visitors, while wetlands and rivers host their own chorus of calls.

Cape Town’s extraordinary biodiversity means you may spot baboons, tortoises, chameleons, snakes, small mammals and an ever-changing cast of birdlife, all woven into the landscape. At Seaside Cottages, lush succulent and fynbos gardens attract Cape sugarbirds, sunbirds, plovers, dikkops, geese, hadedas and sacred ibis. Relax under the thatched pagoda, wander the lawns, or stroll along Fish Hoek Beach keeping an eye out for breaching whales, drifting jellyfish and soaring seabirds.

Someone has thrown open the door to summer and invited the whole family outside – it’s November in Cape Town’s Deep South! Remember to book your November break now. Imagine waking up early at Seaside Cottages for long, warm, beautiful days? A morning walk on Fish Hoek Beach is food for the soul as the skies turn bright, cloudless blue. Picture yourself revelling in balmy, slow evenings, drink in hand. Our quality self-catering cottages are perfect for family or couple breaks this November. Make time for beach picnics, ice-cream strolls, and late-night garden braais with the kids.

The real bonus at Seaside Cottages in November? Glorious summer weather before the busiest holiday crowds arrive; space on the beaches, shorter queues at your favourite attractions, and the chance to pick up some sweet accommodation deals before peak season kicks in. We’ve got you covered!

Fish Hoek locals all agree that there’s something truly magical about False Bay in summer. We all love this wild, salty, ever-changing pocket of ocean outside Cape Town on the southern tip of Africa. It’s like watching a daily drama where the actors are sharks, dolphins, whales, seals, penguins, and even the occasional visiting Orca! They all perform captivating sequels beneath a backdrop of rugged mountains and endless blue sky.

Fish Hoek locals often refer to Orcas as "killer whales", and here's why: ancient sailors dubbed them "whale killers" when they frequently observed these large ocean species hunting and killing large whales and other marine animals. The term "killer whale" reflects their reputation as powerful apex predators, even preying on great white sharks.

Join Fish Hoek locals when you stay at Seaside Cottages and spend your days whale watching and sun-bathing. We promise you the best self-catering cottages this side of Cape Town!