The Long Beach (a member of The Last Word Retreats) is situated in the picturesque lobster-fishing village of Kommetjie, a short thirty minute drive from Cape Town. It is truly a special place to stay, offering a rare and rewarding alternative, romantic hideaway. The beach, literally on your doorstep, is eight kilometres of fine, white powdered sand, so pristine that it alone will leave you breathless. Add to this the uninterrupted views across to Hout Bay and Table Mountain, and you have the ultimate unspoilt paradise. Hotel facilities include a swimming pool, relaxing sun deck with ocean views and the perfect spot for whale watching in season. The Long Beach has six ultra luxurious suites all with stylishly comfortable interiors. Each spectacularly appointed room faces the sea - as do the bathrooms. the interior design incorporates tranquil blues and hand painted natural fabrics to echo the exquisite coastal setting. All rooms have air conditioning, heated towel rails, satellite TV and private safes. After relaxing days spent enjoying the ocean setting, guests can take advantage of the services of the full time in-house chef ... perhaps a romantic private dinner served on your balcony. Included in the rates are lavish breakfasts, free drinks including own label wines, spirits and beers, and an in-house chauffeur service is available to guests at a nominal fee.

Directions from the Airport to The Long Beach: * Follow M3 southbound towards Muizenberg. * Travel until T-Junction (+- 18km) - ensuring right hand lane. * Turn right on M 42 (Steenberg Road) * Proceed through one traffic light intersection * At the second traffic light intersection, * turn left onto Ou Kaapse Weg and go over the mountain to Kommetjie. * Proceed through one traffic light intersection * At the second traffic light intersection turn right onto Kommertjie road * Proceed through 2 traffic lights passing Imhoff Farm on the right * Proceed into Kommetjie and as you pass a school on your left, turn right on Kirsten Avenue * We are at the end of this road