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Heaven's Door, Betty's Bay, Western Cape

Heaven's Door self-catering weekend getaway

"Ocean-front family house in Betty's Bay"

If heaven is the wide expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, then this spacious Betty’s Bay pad is your gateway to weekend paradise. With little more than a stretch of lawn and rock pools separating you from the sea, Heaven’s Door makes for a right-on-the-sea escape for the family…... (Read more)

Coral Tree Cottages, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

Coral Tree Cottages self-catering weekend getaway

"24ha landscaped property between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna with six thatch cottages"

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Lying just off the N2 and almost halfway between Plett (11km) and Knysna (19km), this well-maintained 24ha property of landscaped gardens and pine forest not only offers six thatch cottages, but is also home to the much-loved Adventure Land, and its kiddie wonderland of super tubes, water slides,... (Read more)

Rietvlei Holiday Farm, Montagu, Western Cape

Rietvlei Holiday Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Family holiday farm with six guest cottages and a larger farm house"

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A salt-of-the-earth working farm a mere 12km outside Montagu, Rietvlei Holiday Farm is the kind of place your kids will buzz around from one activity to the next, while you (hopefully) can kick back a little at one of seven chosen abodes. There’s enough on this 600ha farm to keep... (Read more)

Beacons View Seaview Apartment, Kalk Bay, Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape

Beacons View Seaview Apartment, Kalk Bay self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored 1930s apartment overlooking Kalk Bay"

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A well-appointed urban pad overlooking the delights of Kalk Bay, Beacon’s View Seaview Apartment ticks the right boxes. It's one of those classic 1930s Cape apartments, with Oregon floors, high ceilings and sash windows. Sitting on the first floor and lovingly restored, it features a... (Read more)

Knysna Houseboat Myrtle, Knysna, Western Cape

Knysna Houseboat Myrtle self-catering weekend getaway

"A timber houseboat anchored in the Knysna Lagoon"

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Righto, fellow hearties, time to don the captain's cap and pull up the urban anchor, for here’s a getaway with a maritime twist. And what better place to find your sea legs than on the Knysna Lagoon? Never mind Thesen Island’s boring clapboard condo, or the Tuscan wonders at The... (Read more)

South Winds Oceanfront Bungalow, Simonstown, Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape

South Winds Oceanfront Bungalow, Simonstown self-catering weekend getaway

"Oceanfront bungalow in Castle Rock Maine Reserve"

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South Winds personifies "beachfront bungalow". In fact, if this stylish seaside cottage in Castle Rock Marine Reserve was any closer to False Bay's lapping waves, we would have to call it a house-boat.   The cottage, literally hanging over the large boulders that drop to... (Read more)

Enjo Nature Farm, Clanwilliam & Cederberg, Western Cape

Enjo Nature Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Nature farm in the Biedouw Valley with five thatch cottages and three private campsites"

The philosophy at Enjo Nature Farm is a simple one: Escape, breathe, relax and chill. Not a difficult undertaking when the surrounding scenery leaves your mouth hanging open at every turn. From mountain peaks to natural springs, fynbos galore to night skies dripping with stars, if your soul’s... (Read more)

Speekhout Treehouse, Baviaanskloof, Eastern Cape

Speekhout Treehouse self-catering weekend getaway

"Secluded treehouse built into a giant Karee tree"

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Right folks, here’s a getaway with a serious difference: a secluded treehouse organically moulded into the trunk and branches of a giant Karee tree. Now, if you're conjuring images of a cramped wendy house nailed to some old teerpale… forget it, this is the real deal. In fact, Speekhout... (Read more)

Die Skoolhuis, Baviaanskloof, Eastern Cape

Die Skoolhuis self-catering weekend getaway

"Privately-appointed 150-year-old ex-schoolhouse suited to families and small groups"

Tucked out of sight and gazing over the surrounding mountains is Die Skoolhuis - one of the nicest spots we stumbled across on our recent jaunt through the Baviaans. (Would we lie to you? Never!) This 150-year-old whitewashed building was once the destination for the local barefoot farm kids,... (Read more)

Bo-Kloof Guest Farm, Baviaanskloof, Eastern Cape

Bo-Kloof Guest Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Privately-appointed timber cottage overlooking a farm dam"

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Sitting just off the main Baviaanskloof gravel road, 65km from Willowmore, Bo-Kloof Guest Farm and its lovely Kolgans Cottage make for a tranquil and convenient stopover, with the added option of some spectacular hikes cutting into the surrounding mountains and gorges. For hardened campers,... (Read more)

Uitspan, Baviaanskloof, Eastern Cape

"Mountain farm below the dramatic Houtkloof Gorge, with two simple chalets and several exclusive campsites"

Uitspan is aptly named - it's the kind of place where you park the wagon, water the oxen and chill out for a few days after tackling the 47 kays from Willowmore. The farm is backed by spectacular cliffs, split down the middle by Houtkloof, a gorge that will blow you away with its gobsmacking... (Read more)

Plumbago Cottage, Simons Town, Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape

Plumbago Cottage, Simons Town self-catering weekend getaway

"Victorian cottage within easy walk of beaches and village centre"

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Even for cynical city-bred locals, Simons Town makes for a surprisingly pleasant weekend: the naval harbour and its steel dinosaurs, the Kaapse banter of gap-toothed fishermen, a mix of gentrified and salt-of-the-earth eateries and pubs, abundant Victorian buildings, a nearby beach with pretty... (Read more)

Le Bonheur Guest Accommodation, McGregor, Western Cape

Le Bonheur Guest Accommodation self-catering weekend getaway

"Guesthouse in McGregor with two double suites tailored to couples"

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How about a chilled night or two in the heart of McGregor? Gentle strolls around the village punctuated by regular caffeine stop-offs, slow rides on sleepy country roads, well-deserved afternoon siestas, visits to local wine farms… Le Bonheur serves as a comfortable base to these challenging... (Read more)

Thalassa at One Castle Rock, Simonstown, Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape

Thalassa at One Castle Rock, Simonstown self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored timber beach cottage with superb ocean views"

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Now, there are Tuscany-meets-Pretoria-by-the-sea 'beach shacks', and then there is Thalassa at One Castle Rock. This is the real Macoy, folks - your fantasy-made-real timber beach abode perched just meters above the crashing waves. A quaint clapboard home that ranked among the original... (Read more)

River Cottage, McGregor, Western Cape

River Cottage self-catering weekend getaway

"Thatch cottage on a wine and olive farm just outside McGregor"

Looking for that quintessential 'quaint country cottage' that ticks most boxes? Say hello to River Cottage - a typical white-washed Cape cottage of old with all the cosy ingredients: thatch roof, roughly plastered walls (no evidence of a Swiss masterbuilder here), big sash windows, and an inviting... (Read more)

Danielshoogte Private Reserve, Aurora, Western Cape

Danielshoogte Private Reserve self-catering weekend getaway

"Mountaintop reserve with three cottages and a 'cave campsite'"

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Here’s a mountaintop gem in the making that’ll have you and the fam chilling 800m in the clouds. With the grind of the city left far behind at sea level Danielshoogte Private Reserve sits atop Aurora Mountain, straddling some 2200ha of fynbos. Apart from simple accommodation,... (Read more)

Barn Owl Farm, Ladismith, Western Cape

Barn Owl Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored historic barn on a 1600ha Karoo farm"

The charm of this organically-styled ex-barn lies not only in the fact that many moons back it housed farming implements and livestock, but that its quirky charm has been lovingly carried over into the present. A generous dollop of modern day comfort has also since been added, resulting in one... (Read more)

Die Hoenderhok, Swellendam, Western Cape

Die Hoenderhok self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored century-old cottage below the Langeberg"

Pastoral bliss and a skyline dominated by the jagged peaks of the Langeberg are surely sufficient reason for a stop-over near (12km) Swellendam? Be it a midway break between mother city and Garden Route, or simply an excuse to get into the countryside, Die Hoenderhok offers plenty in the way... (Read more)

Reflections Guest Farm, Tulbagh, Western Cape

Reflections Guest Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Guest farm in the Tulbagh valley with two houses and three cottages on a farm dam"

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A mere 6km from Tulbagh, Reflections is aptly named after the mirror-like Winterhoek reflections rising off the farm dam. Apart from general reflection on life's important issues (like, "What shall we have for lunch?") your focus at this 70ha farm will be on taking it seriously easy... (Read more)

HeronsRest Self-Catering, Velddrif, Western Cape

HeronsRest Self-Catering self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored 11-sleeper farmhouse overlooking the Berg River outside Velddrif"

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It’s family reunion time and you need a sprawling holiday pad not too far from home, where the kids … and the adults can run wild. Whatever the occasion, a tastefully restored farmhouse with 8ha of land and vistas over the moody Berg River must surely cut the mustard. HeronsRest... (Read more)

Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve, Ceres, Western Cape

Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve self-catering weekend getaway

"Private reserve and farm below Matroosberg Peak with a variety of rustic accommodation and camping"

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Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve (doubling as a fruit and flower farm) lays claim to a sizeable and dramatic wedge of Matroosberg itself – at 2247m the Western Cape’s highest peak. This fact alone makes a weekend here a worthwhile experience, whether in summer or winter. The sheer... (Read more)

Karoo View Cottages, Prince Albert, Western Cape

Karoo View Cottages self-catering weekend getaway

"Four luxury units on the outskirts of Prince Albert"

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Appointed just outside Prince Albert is Karoo View Cottages - four stylish farmstyle units with an outlook that delivers on the name. With the tin roofs and church spires of Prince Albert in the foreground, and the jagged peaks of the Swartberg cutting the distant skyline, this is quintessential... (Read more)

Kouga Wildernis, Baviaanskloof, Eastern Cape

Kouga Wildernis self-catering weekend getaway

"Historic farm bordering the Baviaanskloof, with a farmhouse, two cottages, a campsite, a bush camp, and an equipped caravan"

Now here’s a getaway where you can really escape in the true sense of the word - over 3000ha of historic Langkloof farm bordering the majestic Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve, 28 kays from Joubertina. Kouga Wildernis has been farmed by the Ferreira family for over two centuries.... (Read more)

La Petite Grange, Darling, Western Cape

La Petite Grange self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored historic barn on the outskirts of Darling"

Back in 1916 Darling was little more than a scattering of platteland houses circled by rolling farmland. Close on a century later, not a huge amount has changed. Travel back in time and you would have noticed a humble cattle shed on the edge of the village. Well, it's still there today, albeit... (Read more)

Stanford Stay, Stanford, Western Cape

Stanford Stay self-catering weekend getaway

"Two restored historic cottages in Stanford"

Old world charm and a pleasant setting against the backdrop of the Klein River Mountains makes this pair of historic cottages a choice getaway for small groups or two families looking for a weekend in Stanford.    Kicking off with the larger of the two, Cobbler's Cottage has three... (Read more)

Black Eagle Farm, Laingsburg, Western Cape

Black Eagle Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Game farm in the Witteberge with large self-catering house"

Ever dreamt of having your own game reserve? A vast wilderness where you and your friends and family can kick back, armed with G&T’s, and watch the herds pass by under an orange sun dipping over the Karoo's horizon. Dream no more, Captain Getaway has found the spot. Eighteen kays... (Read more)

Mountain Mist at Betty's, Betty's Bay, Western Cape

Mountain Mist at Betty's self-catering weekend getaway

"Four bedroomed house at the foot of the Kogelberg mountain in Betty's Bay"

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Far from your run-of-the-mill damp and weather-beaten beach shack, Mountain Mist is a spacious group getaway with a touch of colonial, dollops of feel-good luxury, and a chilled holiday atmosphere. Set in open fynbos at the foot of the Kogelberg in Betty’s Bay, you have plenty in the... (Read more)

Koedoeskloof Country Lodge, Ladismith, Western Cape

Koedoeskloof Country Lodge self-catering weekend getaway

"Guesthouse with four rooms, restaurant and campsite"

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A new kid on the block 9km from Ladismith in the Dwarsrivier Valley, Koedoeskloof is a fresh mix of traditional Karoo style, Afro design and funky colour. It's best described as a chilled guesthouse aimed at young-at-heart locals and tourists, with four nicely decorated rooms, a small restaurant... (Read more)

Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek self-catering weekend getaway

"Four romantic timber cottages and a garden cottage appointed in indigenous forest"

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Tucked among indigenous forest high above Whiskey Creek gorge, is Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek - a haven of creative calm sitting just 13km outside Plett in an picturesque area known as The Crags. No two ways about it, Moon Shine will knock your socks off. Created from scratch and managed by... (Read more)

Stone Cottage, Knysna, Western Cape

Stone Cottage self-catering weekend getaway

"Stone cottage (with caravan attached) on the edge of the Knysna forest"

We like quirky. As apparently do others, judging by the guest comments flowing from Stone Cottage - a novel getaway in the farming settlement of Gouna, 15km outside Knysna. "It’s ingenious! My son delights in our visits and calls the caravan his 'submarine', I can't rave enough about... (Read more)

Greenlands Farm, Bonnievale, Western Cape

Greenlands Farm self-catering weekend getaway

"Grape farm with an elegant rambling farmhouse"

What we have here is the potentially perfect venue for that long overdue family reunion or gathering of close friends.   Looking at the pics and initial guest feedback Greenlands Farm is a majestic spot: a grand old Cape Dutch homestead perched over a vineyard and swathes of pristine fynbos,... (Read more)

Horta Cottage, Wilderness, Western Cape

Horta Cottage self-catering weekend getaway

"Restored farm cottage with mountain views"

How about sinking deep into a deckchair facing the jagged peaks of the Outeniqua Mountains? It gets even better… The deck is attached to the century-old Horta Cottage - a lovingly restored cob house capped with a tin roof that will lull you to sleep under a good and solid Garden Route downpour.   Appointed... (Read more)

Country Haven Cottage, Swellendam, Western Cape

Country Haven Cottage self-catering weekend getaway

"Cozy two bedroom cottage in the heart of Swellendam"

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Keen for a cosy stayover in historic Swellendam? Whether you intend exploring the dusty tracks of the Overberg or planning a trip to the Garden Route and leaving Cape Town late, Swellendam makes a pretty near perfect pitstop. Country Haven Cottage is a quaint little two-bedroom cottage just... (Read more)

Driftwood Cabin, Cape Agulhas & Struisbaai, Western Cape

Driftwood Cabin self-catering weekend getaway

"Log cabin with sea views in Suiderstrand village"

Keen on waking up to a shimmering Indian Ocean? Read on… Surrounded by the Agulhas National Park and elevated above coastal fynbos in the sleepy seaside village of Suiderstrand (5km from Africa’s southernmost tip) is Driftwood Cabin. The cabin is comfortably furnished and sleeps... (Read more)

Grootwaterval Farm Accommodation, Prince Albert, Western Cape

Grootwaterval Farm Accommodation self-catering weekend getaway

"7000ha Karoo farm with a self-catering 'lodge' and two cottages"

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Now here’s a spot where the kids can run wild, where the in-laws can kick back on the stoep and take in a real macoy Karoo sunset dipping behind a rusty windmill, and where YOU can finally unwind. Occupying an area the size of a small European country (but somewhat less heavily populated),... (Read more)

Dreamcatcher, Tulbagh, Western Cape

Dreamcatcher self-catering weekend getaway

"Renovated self-catering house (with pool) in the centre of Tulbagh"

How about a slow jaunt through wine country, a weekend swigging back some of the Cape's finest merlots and chenins, a backdrop of impressive scenery, historic sights and decent dining under ancient oaks? Add to your weekend of sniffing and spitting an elegant base camp, and you're all set to... (Read more)

Stanford River Lodge, Stanford, Western Cape

Stanford River Lodge self-catering weekend getaway

"Lodge with five double rooms and two self-catering units on the banks of the Klein River"

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Let's set the scene with a gushing guest comment. “What a beautiful spot! Couldn't have asked for a more perfect setting for a little getaway from the city…" ?? Stanford River Lodge ticks a whole lot of boxes in one neat package: sublime setting on the Klein River, less than... (Read more)

Fossil Hills, McGregor
Aloe Cottage, Darling
Sunflower Cottage, McGregor
Umshanti/Buffeljags Watersport, Swellendam
Oshoek River Farm, Vermaaklikheid

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Appelhuis

Barrydale, Western Cape

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The alluringly-named Appelhuis once served time as a storage shed for harvested apples. While the rest of the sprawling (1000ha) Doornriver farm conti... Read more

"We had the most fantastic stay here even though it rained most of the time. We were 6 adults and we had plenty of space to chill out and relax. The f... (Keri, visited April 2013)

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