2.4 Blake House

2.4 Blake House Student, Intern and Young Professional short & long term residence. The modern and stylish way to experience arty bohemian Observatory, Cape Town.

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The world’s best airport is Oman’s Muscat International.

13/02/2023

Here are 25 of the best fine dining restaurants in Stellenbosch, some attached to wine farms and some not. Whether you're looking for South African flavours, global influences or a first-class glass of vino to wash your meal down, one of these eateries is sure to work for you.

05/01/2023

The self-catering Treehouse at Melozhori Game Reserve is immersed in nature, with a hot tub and pizza oven enhancing its appeal.

29/12/2022

Less than two hours’ drive from Cape Town, the Overberg offers a range of exciting outdoor activities in breathtaking locations.

27/12/2022

From shoreline to mountain top and everywhere in between, the Mother City is brimming with amazing things to see and do. Here’s our pick of the best

25/12/2022

For that quintessential Winelands experience – views, great food and wine, activities and even sleepovers – these Stellenbosch estates are worth a visit.

25/10/2022

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13/10/2022

Nothing says "summertime and the living is easy" like an alfresco feast. These are our favourite picnic spots in Cape Town and surrounds.

08/10/2022

There’s a discovery around every corner in Cape Town. New restaurants and experiences pop up every month, and some are truly special and unique.

10/09/2022

Franschhoek is a small town in the Western Cape province of South Africa and has been featured on Time Magazine's prestigious list of 'World's Greatest Places for 2022.

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Blake House is home for international interns and post graduate students in Cape Town. Since 2010, we have become home for people from across the world, from Botswana to Germany, the Netherlands to the United States, Mauritius to France.

We are conveniently located in the heart of Observatory, in a quiet street, close to the railway station, the JammieShuttle bus route, AFDA College, City Rock Climbing Gym and Lower Main Road where supermarkets, restaurants, shops and nightlife can be found within 2 mins walking distance of the house.

Blake House was conceptualised to cater for the needs of the international students who experiences the shock of cultural dislocation on arriving in a new place with no friends. Three interlocking houses have been beautifully renovated to provide an excellent balance between privacy and community and to forge friendships. Blake House boasts 24 bedrooms (single, double, or twin), all with en-suite bathrooms and fully furnished.These open into a range of shared community spaces, also furnished to foster both exploration and reflection.

There are two common Chef's kitchens with granite and stainless steel work surfaces, hobs, oven, microwaves, fridges, individual lockers, all cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery. Industrial washing machines and tumble driers are also provided. Lounges have fire places and dining areas are furnished with dining tables and chairs, each with 42" HD TV with full satellite channels. Fast fibre internet completes the package. Different garden courtyards with outdoor furniture allows for relaxation in the sun, and also for indulging in the very South African tradition of braaing(barbeques). These are the spaces in which life-long friendships are built.