Environment | Village n Life Corporate

100 New Trees at Camps Bay Retreat

by Katherine Carey | Mar 16, 2018 | Environment

The forest on Camps Bay Retreat’s private nature reserve is getting a boost. 100 new trees are being planted throughout the property. This will increase the density of trees, particularly on the Skywalk Trail. Not only will the new trees further beautify the property,...

Golden Retriever Saves A Life

by Katherine Carey | Feb 2, 2018 | Environment

Ben, the beloved golden retriever of Camps Bay Retreat, turned 12 years old last month. Many know him as a friendly, welcoming presence at the Retreat, but he also has some tremendous accomplishments. In honour of Ben’s birthday, we share with you the story of Ben the...

Beautiful Indigenous Gardens in Camps Bay

by Katherine Carey | Dec 11, 2017 | Destinations, Environment

Fynbos plants, interactive designs, and indigenous gardens that work with their natural landscapes are all key features in the gardens that Reto Mani designs and maintains. His work includes three of Village n Life’s Camps Bay properties: The Bay Hotel, The Crystal...

Horticultural Internship Programme

by Katherine Carey | Dec 1, 2017 | Environment, News and Updates, Staff

Lush greenery, a secret waterfall, a mountain spring and paths through a forest of indigenous plants and fruit trees like mulberries and plums… The gardens of the Camps Bay Retreat are magical. And the new horticultural internship programme is going to make it even...

Being Water Wise at Village N Life

by Katherine Carey | Nov 17, 2017 | Environment

Cape Town is facing a serious water crisis, with Level 5 water restrictions in place. Because of its commitment to water saving, Village N Life (VNL) is working hard to put in place measures to make its properties water wise. Water Crisis Awareness: Water for...