Five natural things to do when you stay at Easy Five
The great thing about being at Easy Five in Somerset West is that you’re in town, but you’re in the country, too. Which means that nature — and the Cape fynbos (Cape machia) — are, literally, #JustAroundTheCorner. It’s that kind of city. So here’s a...
Five things to do when you stay at Easy Five
We get that you’re so comfy here at Easy Five Guesthouse that all you want to do is spend your days lounging by the pool, and that’s great. But if you feel you really have to move around a bit, here’s our current (it’ll change) selection of things to do in the...
Es kommt nie etwas besseres nach? Not at Easy Five!
It’s a year and a few months now since Linda and I took over Easy Five. The previous owners, Karin and Siggi Konrad, operated the guesthouse for 10 years or more, and had built up a loyal clientele of mainly German-speaking couples, many of whom returned year after year for a week, or two weeks or even longer. Understandably, these long-standing guests were concerned about what the change in ownership might mean for the vacation spot they had come to know and love, and about which they doubtless felt just a little bit possessive.
Ziplining in the Holland Hottentot Mountains is equal parts fear and wonder
It was another lovely sunny day in Somerset West when Francis and I, along with son Julian who was home for a few weeks, left the comforts of Easy Five to go ziplining at Cape Canopy Tours. Having chosen to live in South Africa, we have made a commitment to trying new things – even if they scare the heck out of us.