The Reservoir Micro Pod was built off-site by the talented Moriko team and co-designed with the property owner with sustainability and affordability in mind. The pod is set atop the property’s water reservoir, reclaiming unused space. This compact one bed, two sleeper pod (14.5m2 interior) is built from solid reclaimed pine, black charred on the outside, has a corrugated roof and has folding doors that open up 3m to an outdoor deck with mountain and sea views. With a queen-sized bed, en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, work-from-home setup, as well as a mini wood-burning closed combustion fireplace and a private covered deck, the Reservoir Pod has numerous unique little features (like the rustic, home made concrete basin, using sand from the property). The kitchenette is complete with a bar fridge, gas stove, microwave, sink, basic cooking utensils, shelf and counter space. The deck has a rustic table and chairs, and gorgeous views of the sea. The fire pit area in front of the pod is available to pod guests. This micro pod is perfect for anyone wanting to visit Cape Town while working-from-home, visiting the City for business, or looking for an affordable holiday on a magical property. Note: This pod is not ideal for very young mobile children due to open pools, stone steps, deck drop offs etc.
During summer, a higher need for irrigation and water for the eco-pool means this has to be replenished by pumping water into the reservoir twice a week for a few hours, usually Mondays and Thursdays. It’s unavoidable, and undoubtedly part of the charm of this cabin. Just as the chickens have their coop behind the pod and can be heard clucking in the morning and during the day – chickens have rights too…
