Coliving in Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Coliving · Restored Victorian house coliving in Green Point, Cape Town with perfect 5-star rating
The Home
Cape Coliving
Cape Coliving is a restored Victorian house and cottage complex in Green Point, Cape Town — walkable to the V&A Waterfront, Sea Point promenade, and Table Mountain. A perfect 5.0-star rating across 66 Google reviews.
The Experience
Cape Town is arguably the world’s most beautiful city for remote work: Table Mountain as a backdrop, world-class surf at Muizenberg, a food and wine scene that rivals Southern Europe, and a time zone (UTC+2) that works for European business hours. Cape Coliving puts you in Green Point, one of the city’s most walkable and safe neighbourhoods, in a Victorian building with character and community.
The Space
A restored Victorian house plus cottages with ten bedrooms, coworking area, 190 Mbps internet, communal kitchen, and garden. Green Point’s restaurants, the Atlantic Seaboard, and Cape Town’s CBD are all within walking distance.
Who It’s For
Remote workers who want one of the world’s great cities at a fraction of European prices. The one-month minimum and 5-star track record ensure a community of committed, professional residents.
Upcoming Chapters
What's included
- Coworking Dedicated workspace
- Up to 20 guests Community size
- 1 month min stay Minimum commitment
- Since 2020 Established coliving
- Remote-friendly Built for nomads
Workspace
Work with a Green Point, Cape Town Rhythm
Coworking included with reliable internet.
The Vibe
Mornings start with coffee in the garden or a run along the Sea Point promenade. The coworking space fills up by 9am. Lunch might be a quick bowl from one of Green Point's delis or a group trip to the V&A Waterfront. Afternoons wind down with a sunset walk along the Atlantic Seaboard. Evenings are social — communal dinners, wine tastings, or exploring the restaurant scene.
Weekends bring hikes up Table Mountain or Lion's Head, wine-tasting day trips to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, or surf sessions at Muizenberg.
Living in Green Point, Cape Town
Cape Town regularly tops lists of the world's most beautiful cities, and for once the hype is justified. Table Mountain dominates the skyline, the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet at the Cape, and the winelands are 45 minutes away. For remote workers, the combination of natural beauty, excellent food, and favorable exchange rate makes it hard to beat.
Green Point is one of Cape Town's most walkable and safe neighborhoods — situated between the V&A Waterfront and Sea Point. You can walk to restaurants, gyms, the promenade, and the city's best park (Green Point Urban Park) without ever needing a car. The Atlantic Seaboard (Camps Bay, Clifton) is a short drive or Uber away.
The time zone (UTC+2) works perfectly for European hours. Cost of living is dramatically cheaper than Europe — a great restaurant dinner costs ZAR 300-500 (€15-25), a bottle of excellent wine is ZAR 80-150 (€4-8), and Uber rides across the city are ZAR 60-120 (€3-6). Load shedding (power cuts) has mostly been resolved but backup power at the coliving is a genuine comfort.
Table Mountain Hike
Multiple routes up — Platteklip Gorge for the direct approach, Skeleton Gorge for lush forest, or the cable car if you'd rather save your legs. The views from the top are as good as everyone says.
Chapman's Peak Drive
One of the world's most scenic coastal roads, winding between Hout Bay and Noordhoek. Best on a clear day — stop at the viewpoints and bring a camera.
Kalk Bay
A quirky harbor village on the False Bay coast with antique shops, the legendary Olympia Cafe, and fishermen selling their catch dockside. About 30 minutes from Green Point.
Transparent Rates
All prices per person. 1 month minimum stay.
| Room Type | Price / month | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shared room Best value | $700 /mo | Starting from |
| Private room | $1,200 /mo |
The Honest Briefing
Fly into Cape Town International Airport (CPT). An Uber to Green Point costs about ZAR 200-300 (€10-15) and takes 20-25 minutes. Get a Vodacom or MTN SIM at the airport for about ZAR 100 (€5) with data. Download Uber — it's the standard way to get around Cape Town. A rental car is useful for weekend trips but not necessary in Green Point.
Where to Eat
- 🍽La Bohème, Sea Point — wine bar and bistro, great steak and seafood, ZAR 250-400 (€12-20)/person
- 🍽Mojo Market, Sea Point — food hall with 30+ vendors, something for everyone, ZAR 80-150 (€4-7)
- 🍽Pot Luck Club, Woodstock — tapas-style sharing plates from Luke Dale-Roberts, ZAR 400-600 (€20-30)
- 🍽Olympia Cafe, Kalk Bay — institution for brunch, always a queue, worth waiting, ZAR 100-180 (€5-9)
- 🍽Karibu, Green Point — Cape Malay and South African classics in a casual setting, ZAR 150-250 (€7-12)
Cost of Living
The Team
Founders
We wanted to share Cape Town the way locals experience it — the mountain, the sea, the wine, the food — in a Victorian house that actually feels like home.
Getting There & Around
- Cape Town Airport (CPT)25 min by Uber
- V&A Waterfront10 min walk
- Table Mountain cableway15 min by car
Common Questions
What's the WiFi like?
190 Mbps fibre — one of the fastest coliving connections you'll find. South Africa's fibre rollout in urban areas is excellent.
What's included in the price?
Room, coworking access, garden, communal kitchen, WiFi, and utilities. Meals are not included but the shared kitchen is well-equipped and local groceries are affordable.
How do I get there?
Fly into Cape Town (CPT). Uber from the airport to Green Point costs ZAR 200-300 (€10-15) and takes about 25 minutes.
What about load shedding?
South Africa has dealt with rolling power cuts in recent years. Cape Coliving has backup power solutions, so your work won't be interrupted.
Is Cape Town safe for walking?
Green Point, Sea Point, and the Waterfront area are safe and walkable day and night. Use common sense in less familiar areas, and take Ubers after dark when going further afield.
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