Elephant Rest Forest Cottages
Knysna, Western Cape
Down the Rheenendal road and nibbling a fringe of gorgeous Knysna forest, this pair of timber abodes on a smallholding has already generated its share of gushing feedback. But two examples: “Go for yourself, you won’t be disappointed!” &ldq...
Arendsig Self-Catering Cottages
Robertson, Western Cape
A mere 300m from the Arendsig Cellar and tasting rooms, on a working wine and fruit farm near Robertson, Arendsig Self-catering Cottages offer tranquil vistas over the vineyards and orchards, with the sluggish waters of the Breede River nearby. The five far...
Onverwacht Cottage No. 8
McGregor, Western Cape
This rustic little stone number isn’t where you'll find skinny cappucinos and high speed internet on tap. No Siree! This is rugged big sky country. Like the contents of a Karrimor rucksack, life here is stripped down to the bare essentials. High...
Le Bonheur Guest Accommodation
McGregor, Western Cape
Thinking of 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 offers a comf...
Blomerus Guest Farm
Gansbaai, Western Cape
Trawling the big bad Net for Blomerus Guest Farm reviews reveals a whole lot of super content travellers, who have nothing but high praise for the place. To summarise our research.. 1. It’s big: “What a lovely house - a mansion I would say...
Rotterdam
Swellendam, Western Cape
Rotterdam is an historic gem. This sprawling estate dates back to the late 1700’s and incorporates a mix of old Cape charm with contemporary boutique accommodation. If you’re a Budget traveller angling for a stay in Rotterdam’s comfy suite...
Spanspek se Plek
Swellendam, Western Cape
Spanspek has all the ingredients for a great weekend getaway: a chocolate box setting of manicured fields and vineyards merging into rugged fynbos-covered mountains, several farm dams, and a seven-pack of wholesome cottages. The accommodation comes in t...
Rustfontein Guest Farm
Stilbaai, Western Cape
As far as group getaways go, you don't come closer to the ideal than this. Hugging the banks of the Goukou River and 14km upstream from Stilbaai, Rustfontein ("Fountain of Rest") is exactly that: a place to kickback, relax, and put aside those urban wor...
Riversong Farm
Stilbaai, Western Cape
Riversong Farm is your classic Huck Finn getaway. The gentle flow of the Goukou River easing through a lush valley, birdlife galore (hence the name) and the farm itself - a rural bliss spread over 175ha soft-combo-craggy landscape. Life happens around the ...
Wolfkloof Boerdery
Swellendam, Western Cape
About seven kays from Swellendam, Wolfkloof Boerdery lies in a gorgeous valley bordering the Marloth Nature Reserve. In fact, the scene wouldn't be amiss on a postcard sent from the Swiss Alps. All that's really missing is Heidi and her merry band of bell-ri...
Corner Cottage
Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape
Tucked away on a quiet back street in Bloubergstrand, about one kay from the beach, Corner Cottage is a comfortable, provencal-styled garden cottage. Decorated with French flavour, Corner Cottage stands separate from your host's house, and comes with ...
Lilacs Cottage
Cape Peninsula & Surrounds, Western Cape
Tucked away on a quiet street, and about a kay from Bloubergstrand beach, Lilacs Cottage is a cosy garden cottage. Nicely decked with comfortable furnishings and fittings and daubed in the lavender theme, the unit is separate from the main house, with its o...
River Farm Cottage
Citrusdal, Western Cape
If seclusion, off-the-grid living (i.e.no Eskom), and total escape from humanity are high on your wishlist, then River Farm Cottage has your name on it! This wonderful cottage sits in the shadow of towering Cederberg cliffs. Trickling past the front of the ...
Boskloof Forest Cabin
Robertson, Western Cape
Part of the wider Assegai Rest family, you'll find Boskloof Forest Cabin tucked under a secluded Alabama-style thicket of trees at the end of the Assegai Rest farm road (high clearance vehicle recommended). It’s all about blissful isolation and g...