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Kalk Bay Books

 

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Described as the book shop with the best view in the world, Kalk Bay Books is a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, who browse and buy books, share a glass of wine or two with visiting authors, and gather for new book launches or discussions. The leather sofa invites customers to spend some time considering the books on offer, and to catch up on international book news with the New York Review of Books and other reading matter provided for their interest.

Today, instead of tall tales being told around the bar counter, tales are sold at a shop counter, which was specially designed with a nod to the history of the building. Kalk Bay Books occupies premises that have a varied and interesting history. As recorded by author and historian Michael Walker in Kalk Bay: An Historical Booklet and Walk (Kalk Bay Historical Society), the building that now houses the bookshop was originally known as Die Klipkantienjie and was designed by architect John Parker in 1913.

'The saloon and public bar formed part of an overall extension to the Old Masonic Hotel. Beside die Klipkantientjie, this single-storey extension had seven bedrooms, a storeroom and a large billiard roon, and was in fact larger than the Masonic Hotel. After the Masonic Hotel was demolished in 1916 the extensions became knows as The Annex to the Kalk Bay Hotel, which was later renamed the Majestic Hotel. The external façade of The Annex has changed little since Parker’s design of 1913.’

Need to know? Winter trading May - September: 9am to 5pm Summer trading October - April: Monday to Sunday 9am to 6pm Peak summer season 16 - 31 December: 8am to 7pm Christmas Eve: 8am to 9pm (Closed: 25 & 26 December, 1 January)

If getting to the book shop is a problem, you can browse their online books selection, which includes hand-selected fiction and non-fiction books, and many book lists offering their suggestions on a wide range of themes in the Open Books section of the website.

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The Majestic |

The Majestic

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.04km from Kalk Bay Books

The Majestic is a luxurious two bedroom apartment situated directly opposite the harbour. The apartment has luxurious finishes, is tastefully furnished and fully equipped to accommodate 2-4 people.

  • R1 500 Rooms/Units
  • 4 Guests
 
 
Harbour View Kalk Bay |

Harbour View Kalk Bay

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.06km from Kalk Bay Books

Harbour View is a 4-star graded 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex apartment decorated in modern beach house style with calming shades of cream and blue. The open-plan living area is spacious, light and airy, with exquisite laminated beech wood floors, white-washed open wooden trusses and a fireplace for rainy winter evenings.

  • R1 800 Rooms/Units
  • 4 Guests
 
 
The Quays No. 4 |

The Quays No. 4

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.07km from Kalk Bay Books

Boasting one of the best addresses on the beautiful False Bay coast, The Quays No. 4 is a 4-star self-catering apartment simply oozing luxury and style. Situated in the prestigious Majestic Village on Main Road, Kalk Bay,

  • R1 100 Rooms/Units
    R1 100 Single
  • 2 Guests
 
 
Harbour Place |
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Harbour Place

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.09km from Kalk Bay Books

Views, views and more views! A 4-star luxury apartment WITH HIGH-SPEED ADSL BROADBAND INTERNET in a lovingly-restored historic building inside a secure estate, directly opposite the picturesque Kalk Bay Harbour. Enjoy breathtaking vistas of False Bay and the mountains from this unique spot in the heart of trendy Kalk Bay. On the famous Cape Point route, with so much to see and do within a shell's

  • R450 p/p sharing
    R1 800 Rooms/Units
  • 6 Guests
 
 
Fishermans Cove |

Fishermans Cove

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.12km from Kalk Bay Books

Fishermans Cove is a quaint cottage set in the hub of Kalk Bay. It is a semi-detached cottage in a small development which has 5 other cottages. Security is good. It has a small outside sitting area at the front and at the back of the cottage.

  • R420 p/p sharing
    R450 Single
  • 3 Guests
 
 
Chartfield Guest House |

Chartfield Guest House

Guest House in Kalk Bay
0.14km from Kalk Bay Books

Chartfield Guesthouse evokes the spirit of a time when everything was done with a little more style and with a lot more attention to detail. It's a haven created to whisk you away from the cares of the world the moment you step inside this grand old house, which has been standing for over 120 years.

  • 28 Guests
 
 
Ruben's Casa Luna |

Ruben's Casa Luna

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.17km from Kalk Bay Books

Classic apartment with high ceilings and ceiling fans, right on bustling Main Road, perfect for rummaging through antique shops or that morning swim followed by coffee and freshly baked baguettes.

  • R400 Rooms/Units
  • 4 Guests
 
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Casa Nova |

Casa Nova

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.22km from Kalk Bay Books

Casa Nova offers Greek Island simplicity in the heart of Kalk Bay, with a view of the sea. This two-bedroom apartment can accommodate up to five guests and is located near to various restaurant and pubs, as well as being within walking distance from the beach.

  • R650 Rooms/Units
  • 5 Guests
 
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The Inn At Castle Hill |

The Inn At Castle Hill

Guest House in Kalk Bay
0.24km from Kalk Bay Books

The Inn at Castle Hill is a 4 Star graded characterful Edwardian villa overlooking the quaint fishing village of Kalk Bay. Features include a cosy sun room for reading and relaxing that leads to the lounge with a TV, while the terrace is perfect for soaking up the summer rays.

  • R200 p/p sharing
    R600 Single
  • 16 Guests
 
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Bishop's View |

Bishop's View

Self-catering in Kalk Bay
0.25km from Kalk Bay Books

This modern, boutique guesthouse in Kalk Bay has been designed to offer the ultimate contemporary living space for visitors to the False Bay area. Immaculately furnished with state-of-the-art fixtures and finishes, every detail is a statement in quality.

  • R2 650 Rooms/Units
  • 8 Guests
 
 
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