Cape Town, Europe's winter refuge
High season November-March, driven by European "swallows" staying weeks or months. Exceptional product, favorable rand.
A still-flexible framework
No national STR license; Cape Town regulates via zoning and has debated caps — stay informed. Declare income to SARS; VAT registration above thresholds. A solar/inverter-equipped home is a major selling point.
Rates
ZAR 1,200-3,500/night in Sea Point, Green Point, City Bowl; Camps Bay villas at ZAR 8,000-20,000+.
Europeans book direct
Winter guests plan months ahead via Google. A 4-language CapDirect mini site (German included — the #1 clientele) with monthly rates wins these high-value, repeat bookings commission-free.