Simply Abu Dhabi XXXI

S kydance villa lays sprawled out in splendour on the highest hills of Bishopscourt, a well- to-do suburb next to Kirstenbosch Gardens. ‘In the day-time, you felt that you had got high up, near to the sun, but the early mornings and evenings were limpid and restful.’ These famous words by Karen Blixen perfectly describe that almost-in-the- sky feeling one has when at Skydance. Private dancer Reminiscent of the Shingle-style holiday homes that accentuate the Long Island coastline, Skydance villa boasts generous social spaces with multiple large windows and porches that encourage residents to enjoy each others’ company and engage with the natural beauty of this lush estate. very much like its Hamptons’ cognates, this six-bedroom villa is opulently appointed with a sense of informality and appears completely at ease on the exquisitely tended gardens. Waking up in one of the six suites, one knows exactly where they are when greeted by the Table Mountain Reserve and Kirstenbosch gardens, which remain in full view from the entertainment areas, pool room, deck, and kids’ play area. Skydance villa is a modern family home with chic interiors and warmwooden floors. designer statement pieces add a splash of fun to the spacious rooms, which feature modern furniture and the highest standard of finishes. The living area has a wood-burning fireplace for those cosy evenings and leads into a homely kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances to create those favourite family meals. Stackable glass doors make it easy to transition from inside living to outdoor fun where the swimming pool, BBQ, garden and pool room leave nothing amiss by way of entertainment. The dancingqueen –Skydance H a m p t o n s m e e t s A f r i c a n h i l l s