Description Charcoal Haven: Cape Town

This trendy haven of a home sits within the much sought-after De Waterkant district in Cape Town. It's a stone's throw from the shops and upmarket restaurants of the harbourside V&A Waterfront and a five-minute drive sees you in the Central Business District.

After a day of business or exploring Table Mountain and Cape Town's surroundings, there's nothing better than heading out to this home's balcony. Here, you've got a fully furnished lounge area with a sofa and table for a tipple or two. The indoor lounge is just as sleek, in a monochrome theme with glass sliding doors opening up to the balcony. The open-plan kitchen and dining area provide plenty of opportunities for group meals at home. We love the main bedroom, with sunlight streaming in through glass doors which lead to the balcony's other end with a hanging egg chair. There's also the bonus of the building's shared swimming pool and gym if you want to keep on top of your fitness game.

Home truths:
*There's no lift to access the apartment
*There is private on-site parking with this home should you wish to bring a car
*The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*The building's facilities are shared with the other residents
*You'll have access to a 24-7 guest support service
*As you're in a central location, you may hear some street noise