Mouille Point, Cape Town

One of the first questions that many people ask about Mouille Point is how to pronounce it! The answer is "Mu-lee" Point and for many Cape Town residents, it's also the answer to the question of where they want to live. Mouille Point is described as one of the Atlantic Seaboard's most beautiful seaside suburbs. A much-loved promenade stretches the length of Mouille Point and Sea Point, making this an ideal home for anyone who loves walking, jogging or just enjoying the sea breeze.

A brief history of the area 

Mouille Point gets its name from the French word for "anchoring ground". In the 18^th century, when ships were often being swept ashore in the Table Bay region, the governor of the Cape decided that a breakwater was needed in the area. A lighthouse was built at Mouille point in 1842 and was later dismantled in the 1920s.

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD) 

A trip to Cape Town International Airport from Mouille Point will take just over 20 minutes in average traffic, covering a distance of just over 20 km. Getting to Cape Town's City Centre means travelling just 4 km. Depending on traffic, this trip could take up to 15 minutes.

Climate 

As part of the Western Cape, residents of Mouille Point get to make the most of warm, dry summers. On a typical day in summer (December to February), temperatures in Mouille Point will rise into the high 20s or low 30s. The winter months (June to August) are significantly cooler, with temperatures typically in the mid to high teens. Like the rest of the Western Cape, Mouille Point gets its rainfall during winter.

Schools in the area 

If you're raising a family in Mouille Point, you're in proximity to plenty of good schools where your children can get started on the road to success. Sea Point Primary School and High School are within a few minutes' drive of Mouille Point. Other schools in the area include Ellerton Primary School, Reddam House Atlantic Seaboard and Herzlia Weizmann Primary School.

Healthcare in the area 

Mouille Point is less than 5 km from the renowned Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital. You'll also find a wide array of doctors, dentists, optometrists, physiotherapists and other medical professionals close to home if you're a resident of Mouille Point.

Shopping centres

When it's time to get the grocery shopping done or indulge your need for some retail therapy, you're spoilt for choice if you live in Mouille Point. You can visit The Point Mall in Sea Point, which is described as a wellness and lifestyle destination, or the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village. Of course, you're also not far from the world-renowned V&A Waterfront.

Restaurants 

Foodies, be aware: If you call Mouille Point your home, you are going to have a tough decision to make when it's time to choose which of the area's fantastic restaurants to visit. The Butcher Shop and Grill offers extensive lunch and dinner menus, as well as a specialised steak menu and wine menu.

When you're looking for that blend of delicious food and uninterrupted sea views, Bobo's is the place to go. There's an extensive selection of seafood as well as meat, pasta, burgers and much more.

For affordable light meals and breakfasts, look no further than Lily's which offers a mouth-watering array of light bites, salads, toasties and more.

Special attractions

A visit to Mouille Point Beach is a must for every Instagrammer. Grab a gelato and go for a walk, watch the kids play in the rock pools or simply catch some sun.

When it's time to get some retail therapy, head to the V&A Waterfront, where you'll find the widest imaginable array of shops, restaurants and museums.

Another great place to visit in the heart of Mouille Point is The Blue Train Park, which boasts the miniature blue train for which it is named as well as a skate park, zip line, jungle gyms and much more.

Make Mouille Point your home. Let it be your story. 

Mouille Point, with its sophisticated ambience, beaches and restaurants, is a sought-after address. To find out more about this stunning area, contact Seeff today.

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