The swimming pool and courtyard at Utopia co-living mansion in Fresnaye, Cape Town

Fresnaye · Atlantic Seaboard · Cape Town

A co-living space in Cape Town, in a 120-year-old mansion by the sea

Seven private rooms, a giant pool under Lion's Head, and housemates who are easy to live with. Perfect for remote workers, nomads, and those interested in building community.

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What to expect from co-living at Utopia

Utopia is a large property in Fresnaye that we've turned into a relaxed community space. There are seven bedrooms, with five in the main house and one in each of the cottages. In the main house, you get your own private room with a desk; you share a kitchen, three patios, a garden, a huge lounge with workspace, a hot tub and a pool with a Lion's Head view.

Seven people usually live here at a time, a mix of Cape Town locals and people passing through from abroad. Everyone is conscientious and easy going, and there is more than enough space to be sociable or keep to yourself. We try to hang out as often as possible, but we leave it up to each person to make plans and contribute to the community vibe. We're all busy adults, so we're quite independent too.

Fast Wi-Fi and an inverter mean load shedding doesn't stop your working day, and a regular cleaning service keeps the shared areas in good shape.

Read the full guide to co-living in Cape Town at Utopia.

  • Large pool with a Lion's Head view
  • Shared hot tub, open all year
  • Braai / barbecue area
  • Three patios and a garden
  • Huge lounge with workspace
  • Big communal kitchen
  • High-speed Wi-Fi in every room
  • Desk or dedicated workspace per room
  • Inverter backup through load shedding
  • Regular cleaning service
  • Two minute walk to shops and the ocean

Rooms at Utopia

Six ways to live here, from a shared-bathroom room with its own fireplace to a fully private cottage beside the pool. Every one is rated 5.0 by guests.

Two minutes from the ocean

Fresnaye sits in the middle of the Atlantic Seaboard, considered one of the safest and best-connected neighbourhoods in Cape Town. Restaurants, grocery stores, the Sea Point Promenade and the Clifton beaches are all within walking distance. More about the neighbourhood.

Shared pool at Utopia
Shared pool at Utopia
Shared lounge at Utopia
Shared lounge at Utopia
Braai/BBQ area
Braai/BBQ area
Communal kitchen
Communal kitchen

Looking for a room in Cape Town?

We prefer individuals who want to stay for more than one month. Pick the room that fits and contact us to book it directly or request to book through Airbnb.

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