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The Celtic Manor & Spa is located in the picturesque coastal town of Gordon's Bay a 30-minute drive from Cape Town.

The manor is situated directly above one of the most scenic coastal routes in South Africa with the most sought after fishing village below. The fishing village is nestled on the shores of False Bay and is directly beneath Steenbras Mountain.

The manor also has a hillside setting above one of Gordon's Bay's beaches boasting absolutely stunning views across the bay.

The Celtic Manor & Spa combines simple elegance, stylish furnishings and stunning ocean views making it a haven for all seasons. The 2,000sqm property is built on four levels with a tiered garden on three levels and features a large driveway suitable for a six-car park. Guests also have access to the double garage from within the manor.

With a number of deluxe amenities, Celtic Manor offers its discerning travellers a holistic health spa for rejuvenation, sauna and Jacuzzi, private swimming pool, a secluded garden and an elegant lounge with a fireplace.

The facilities are popular with honeymooners, private dinner parties for six to 10 people, film production companies and recuperating cosmetic surgery patients.

As for accommodation, the manor boasts six luxurious suites and two lavishly designed apartments. Two bedrooms can be found on the ground floor along with the lounge, dining area, a large office (that can be turned into a library) and fully-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms both have balconies, stunning sea views, full ensuite bathrooms and built-in closets.

A spiral staircase leads to the second floor which is split into two sections. Four bedrooms are found on one end, while the other features a second fully-equipped kitchen with buffet area and a large dining area suitable for 30 guests. The four bedrooms also include ensuite bathrooms and balconies boasting sea views.

The therapeutic spa is located to the far side of the dining area. Within the spa are three treatment areas for singles, a double treatment room, sauna and Jacuzzi and two large relaxation areas, one of which overlooks the pool and the ocean. Beneath the pool is a large empty area which could be converted into a games room.

A spiral staircase from the pool area leads to the flourishing garden which is filled with fruit trees, indigenous plants and several seating areas overlooking the sea.

The main staircase of the manor leads to a luxury self-contained apartment and a balcony that spans the length of it. It has two bedrooms, a lounge, dining area and fully-fitted kitchen that is approximately 100 square metres.

On the top level is a further self-contained apartment boasting views of the mountain. This apartment can be accessed through its own private road-side entrance and includes two bedrooms with bathrooms. This level also includes a staff bedroom, a tool room, laundry room and toilet with shower.

Also found on the top level is a second apartment showing off more views of the mountain. This apartment comprises of two bedrooms, a small lounge, kitchen and a separate road-side entrance.

WiFi, heating and air conditioning runs throughout the manor. The Celtic Manor & Spa has already received many visitors and all seem to share a fondness for the resort.

A couple from London referred to the Celtic Manor as "the best guesthouse in Cape Town by far."

According to the founder and CEO of Resort Owners Group, Gary Carter, purchasing a resort can be a fruitful venture for overseas buyers as, in his opinion, the resort industry is currently booming.