5 Camp Street Self-Catering, City Bowl
Cape Town area, Western Cape
This fairly new establishment located just off Cape Town's happening Kloof Street is a a good-value option with an accompanying package of convenient bells and whistles. 5 Camp Street features both a guesthouse (which can be taken as a self-catering whole)...
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From R1800 to R5000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Aloe Cottage
Darling, Western Cape
Located within a small fynbos estate of ten houses on the outskirts of the village, Aloe Cottage offers arguably the best views and, rand for rand, the most luxurious self-catering stay in Darling. Hogging a good position at the edge of the estate, th...
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From R1500 to R2100, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Babylon's Tower Cottage & Shepherd's Hut
Hermanus, Western Cape
Big on farm vibe and gob-smacking mountain vistas, this one will have you in it's grip in no time. Whether you're opting for the Cottage's long voorstoep spilling gentle Hemel en Aarde vistas, an elegant understated interior of muted tones, exposed beams and...
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Cottages from R950 - R1200 nightly for the first 2 guest and R375pp thereafter. Seasonal rates apply. Winter midweek specials apply. Discounted rates for children 5-16 years, children under 5 years free. Shepherd's Hut from R950 - R1000 nightly. Seasonal rates apply. Winter midweek specials apply. Pets charged at R100 per pet.
Bella de Karoo
Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
This 19th-century barn has come a long way since the days when it housed wagons, ploughs and probably a flock or two of sheep escaping the Karoo death-chill. It's a somewhat different place today - lovingly and tastefully restored, it's a Karoo melting pot ...
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From R580 to R1080, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Bellamanga Country House
Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
A sprawling 200ha estate inland from Plett, Bellamanga makes for a simple no-nonsense B&B or self-catering getaway for larger groups, weddings, family gatherings, couples, or for that matter anyone wanting a Plett base removed from the heaving masses 20k...
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From R680 to R1710, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Berg n Dal Heritage Farm
Gansbaai, Western Cape
Tucked away in the Uilenkraal Valley, not too far from Gansbaai (15km), Berg n Dal Heritage Farm lies slapbang in the middle of outdoor Nirvana. It's a place where you can either roll out of bed and head straight into the mountain, or simply kick back and sa...
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From R900 to R1700, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Bergen Dam Cottage
Bredasdorp, Western Cape
Bergen Dam is a very nicely renovated worker's cottage sitting stoksiel alone on the foothills of the Soetmuisberg mountains. The uninterrupted views spilling out from all sides of the cottage include wide open stretches of undulating veld, low-slung mount...
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R430pp per night (discount for kids); minimum cottage rates apply
Beyond the Moon Guest Farm
Wilderness, Western Cape
This beautiful spot in the majestic Outeniqua’s is no Dark Side of the Moon. In fact, a few days at Beyond the Moon Guest Farm is guaranteed to bring back the sparkle and have you, err... shining on like a crazy diamond. Spread across 24ha of lush gr...
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From R750 to R2000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Bordeaux River Cottages
Bonnievale, Western Cape
Surrounded by orchards and vineyards in the broad Breede River valley, and eight kilometers from Bonnievale, lies the farm Bordeaux and its three rustic timber cottages. It's the type of weekend spot you’ll find yourself lazing about on your wooden de...
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R820/night for the first 2 people and R100/pp thereafter. Peak season rate is R1300/night for the cottage.
Breede Bush Camp
Swellendam, Western Cape
A private and exclusively booked campsite and central living area on the banks of the Breede River, 34 km south of Swellendam, Breede Bush Camp is certainly a good bet for the nature lover. Simply laid out, this back to basics setup has solar powered lighti...
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From R350pp for first four guests. Minimum rate for 4 guests.
Breede Escape
Bonnievale, Western Cape
This excellent group getaway, comprising of two separate river camps. HutCAMP has mini reed-and-thatch huts and Campground is an open area for campers. Each has its own lapa / kitchen area. Situated along the Breede River between Bonnievale and Swellend...
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HutCAMP: R2000 - R4000 nightly per group. Campground: R1000 -R3500 nightly per group. Rates vary according to group size. Minimum two night stay on weekends. Weekday discounts of 50% apply.
Breede River Queen
Malgas, Western Cape
Old Queen E and her entourage of corgis wouldn't scoff at this Breede River beauty. Especially not after the gushing feedback coming from the commoners who've already graced its halls. “We had such fun staying in the gorgeous, comfortable house.”...
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From R4800 nightly for the full house (Mon-Thu) and from R5500 nightly for the house (Fri-Sun, public holidays). Peak season rates apply.
De Wilge
Worcester & Hex Valley, Western Cape
Let’s dive right into the guest book on this one: “Rural luxury.” “This is an absolutely beautiful place to be.” “Gorgeous luxury decor.” “The accommodation is superb, the scenery beautiful.” You get the ...
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From R1200 per couple for self-catering or R1000 per couple for Manor House Suites
Dew Cottages
Montagu, Western Cape
Dew Cottage is a relaxed and private escape on a little organic fruit farm called Vredenshoogte - meaning 'Peaceful Heights', or, like someone aptly put it, 'The Height of Peace'. The farm itself is found in the Keisie Valley, a picturesque corner of the wor...
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From R1000 to R2100, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Die Hoenderhok & Plaashuisie
Swellendam, Western Cape
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 ...
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From R600 to R1400, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Die Houthuis, Die Wyntenke & A Snoozer's Cottage
Bonnievale, Western Cape
As far as rustic weekend getaways go, Die Houthuis is the last of a dying breed – a place where not even Triple-X Gel can keep the hair up. It’s the oldest getaway in Bonnievale, dating back to 1968 when the Milnerton Jewish Guild sold what was t...
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From R600 to R2950, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Dreamview Rental
Pringle Bay, Betty's Bay and Kleinmond, Western Cape
The Butterfly Villa is in all ways a dreamy kind of place, from beautifully furnished and decorated interiors to flowing and open outdoor living spaces, this is one gorgeous home! What adds the cherry on top is without doubt its spectacular position on a qui...
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R6500 nightly for the 10 sleeper house. Peak season (December and January) rates apply.
Drie Kuilen Nature Reserve
Montagu, Western Cape
It started off with an idea for a romantic weekend for just the two of you. But then the troops and your buddies got wind of it, who in turn informed gran and gramps… And now your sister’s just called to say that her three hooligans are strapped...
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From R1200 to R3800, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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...
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From R850.00 nightly for two, and R180pp thereafter.
Fossil Hills Farm Accommodation
McGregor, Western Cape
Up for a few days in the fossil-filled koppies of McGregor? Stone Cottage, Aloe Cottage, Lavender Cottage, Lemon Tree Cottage, Pinotage House, Tango Guesthouse and now the recently added two sleeper options: Albatross, Bateleur, Crane, Do...
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From R1350 to R6000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Haarwegskloof Renosterveld Reserve
Bredasdorp, Western Cape
Located in a remote area midships between Swellendam and Bredasdorp (40km), your accommodation at this WWF-owned nature reserve comes in the form of a converted milking shed. Accommodating a total six guests, Haarwegskloof combines thick mud-...
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R2250 nightly for the cottage (sleeps 6); minimum two nights.
Haze Vlakte Self-Catering Accommodation
Bredasdorp, Western Cape
Perfectly placed along the lawned banks of the Nuwejaars River, and set within the wider Nuwejaars Nature Reserve, Haze Vlakte Farm offers three gorgeous, semi-detached units and a separate farm cottage, all ideal for families or couples. With canoes and fi...
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R1600 nightly for the semi-detached units; R1600 nightly for River Cottage. Check in 3pm check out 10am
Honingnest Kop Farm - Stillhaven Retreat
Stilbaai, Western Cape
The setting is a 75 hectare farm in the “backlands” of the Goukou River Valley, a fynbos smothered landscape with a remote and far-off feel, yet only six kays from Stilbaai village. The farm offers easy-going walks, plenty of reasons to be o...
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From R900 nightly for two guests. R250 - R300pp thereafter
KamBati River Resort
Swellendam, Western Cape
Kam’Bati, a 5km drive off the N2 and 25km from Swellendam, is aimed at nature lovers and families out for a relaxed weekend of caravaning and camping alongside the Riviersonderend and Breede River. It's a privately-owned resort framed ...
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From R2280, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Karoo View Cottages
Prince Albert, Western Cape
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...
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From R1250 to R3050 per unit, depending on number of guests and time of year
Klein Paradijs Country Retreat
Gansbaai, Western Cape
21km from Gansbaai, just across the way from Pearly Beach and set amidst swathes of fynbos and grassland, Klein Paradijs, as the name suggests is just that, paradise! Recognised as a voluntary conservation site by Cape Nature, the pristine surroundings are t...
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From R870 to R2200, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Kranskloof Country Lodge
Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
When last did you join the hordes at the Cango Caves, wrestle a croc and snap that obligatory pic of the missus perched upon an ostrich egg - praying for her sake it doesn't shatter under the load? If the kids are itching to see the Caves, and you wan...
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From R1050, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Lancewood TiPi Lodge
Robertson, Western Cape
Fifteen kays from Robertson and tucked into the slopes of the Langeberg Mountains on a 12ha tract of fertile farming land, Lancewood TiPi Lodge is a down-to-earth escape from the usual city humdrum. Circled by pretty surrounds crammed with hiking and mounta...
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From R980 to R1970, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Leopard Trail Guestfarm
Bonnievale, Western Cape
Perched high on the Langeberg slopes, Leopard Trail Guestfarm offers an action-packed nature weekend. Walks, hikes, kloofing, mountain biking and three 4x4 trails, six farm dams for swimming and fishing, educational tours of the farm and mountain, herds of...
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R380pp for the farmhouse (R200pp kids under 12); R350pp for the open barn-style cottage (R200pp kids under 12); R150pp for the bush camp (R80pp kids under 12)
Long Thin Farm
Stilbaai, Western Cape
Long Thin Farm overlooks the Goukou River, 13km from Stilbaai. And, judging by the gushing guest feedback, it looks like a Budget gem in the making... On offer are two self-catering cottages, both above a beautiful stretch of idylli...
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From R1500 to R5200, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Matjiesvlei Guest Farm
Calitzdorp, Western Cape
Now, here's a farm spilling rich history and Karoo character. Matjiesvlei goes right back to 1821 and has been in the same bloodline ever since - today it's farmed by 5th generation Bennie Nel and his wife, Selma, and judging by their towering sons, the bato...
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From R600 to R1600, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Miskloof Farm
Ceres, Western Cape
Does your family suffer from one of the following?: 1) Pooch digging holes under the Vibracrete fence 2) Kids building a BMX track in the lounge 3) Hubbie trading in Rooi Roos for Wegbreek. If the answer is 'Yes' to any of the above it's time to stop, consi...
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R3500 per night up to 6 guests, thereafter R250 per adult, R200 per child (up to 12 yrs). Minimum 2 night stay. Long weekends minimum 3 night stay.
Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek
Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
You will find this haven of creative calm tucked among indigenous forest high above Whiskey Creek gorge, in a pictureque area known as the Crags. No two ways about it, Moon Shine will knock your socks off. Created from scratch and managed by your frie...
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From R1500 to R1950, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Mountain View Eco Lodge
Montagu, Western Cape
Whether it's a blast down the R62 with the boys and the bikes, or an easy-going stayover with a group of friends, Mountain View Lodge just outside of Montagu ticks a convenient cluster of boxes: simple and comfy quarters, a restaurant serving slap-up meals, ...
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From R800 to R900, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Oaksrest Vineyards Guest Farm
Ladismith, Western Cape
Set amidst a tranquil Klein Karoo setting in the Dwarsrivier Valley, about 15km from Ladysmith, the skyline beyond Oaksrest Vineyards is broken only by the jagged peaks of the Swartberg, with Towerkop itself looking down over the farm. Here you’ve grea...
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From R750 per person nightly for self-catering or from R200 per person for camping.
Olea Cottage at Assegai Rest
Robertson, Western Cape
Fifteen kays from Robertson and tucked at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains on a 12ha tract of fertile farming land, Assegai Rest is a down-to-earth farm escape from your usual humdrum of city traffic and yapping neighbourhood pooches. Circled by pretty s...
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From R2310, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Petersfield Mountain Cottages
Citrusdal, Western Cape
Both Dassieklip Luxury Farm Cottage and De Kom Mountain Cottage have become something of legends on the self-catering map – thanks in no small part to a mix of great setting, attention to detail, and a professional (yet relaxed) host. So successfu...
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R275pp - R500pp (4-6 guests) and R500pp - R700pp (2 guests) depending on unit, days of the week and holiday season.
Phillipskop Mountain Reserve
Stanford, Western Cape
Phillipskop covers 250ha of gorgeous fynbos on the slopes of the Klein River Mountains. Access is via a short gravel road, 13 kays from Stanford. With soothing vistas across the Overberg and Akkedisberg, this is a getaway where you can really unwind. A...
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From R1560 to R4000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Protea Wilds Retreat
Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
A lot of places along the Garden Route, particularly Plettenberg Bay, have become such popular holiday destinations that being able to enjoy the quiet beauty and tranquil natural surroundings on offer seems almost impossible. But, away from those rushing cro...
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From R750 - R950 nightly per unit, depending on time of year.
River Magic Cottages
Vermaaklikheid, Western Cape
The name isn’t an exaggeration – both the setting and the gorgeous abodes, Backtrack, Glory Be, Base Huis, and Deck Plek are magical. Set 300m from the river, Backtrack is an architecturally-styled stone, thatch and glass cottage in a tranq...
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Base Huis, Glory Be & Deck Plek R300 per person per night. Minimum for cottage is R1000 per night. Months of May to Sept - R250 per person per night
River View Cottage at the Breede
Witsand, Western Cape
Enjoy views of the gorgeous Breede River from this well-appointed, spacious 2 bedroomed thatch fisherman’s cottage. Nestled within the grounds of the well-known Breede River Lodge & Fishing Resort. Newly renovated & beautifully decorated the ap...
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From R980 nightly for the unit
Riverbend Cottage
Napier, Western Cape
Sitting in a quiet rural setting just outside Napier, with an outlook from the voorstoep of pastures dotted with neighbouring farm animals, Riverbend ticks all the right weekend boxes. The cottage is newly built, spacious and airy thanks to large...
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R900 for two sharing nightly, plus R300pp thereafter. Pets charged at R100 (max two pets).
Rocky Pools
Betty's Bay, Western Cape
Rocky Pools is a far cry from some of the face-brick monstrosities along this stretch of the coast. As far as beach houses go, it sits way near the top of the pile – tasteful design, unobstructed views, and an uncluttered interior befitting the ideal...
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From R3000 nightly for the first two guests.
Sea Shack
Paternoster, Western Cape
Social, fun, easy-going, friendly staff, and skirting the water's edge within Cape Columbine Reserve, Sea Shack is a getaway that’s without doubt, entirely unique. Here the shimmering Atlantic is sheltered by the gentle curve of a secluded and unspoil...
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From R900, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Simonskloof Mountain Retreat
Montagu, Western Cape
Described in the brochure as “your-down-to-earth-mountain-retreat”, Simonskloof is special – thanks to a remote setting and lovingly-restored accommodation. Access to Simonskloof is courtesy of a rough farm road jutting off the gorgeous Koo...
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R630 per person per night for Faraway & Orange Cottage. R650 pppn for Eric's Place. R130 pppn for camping. 50% discount for children 4 -12 years old. Pets charged at R60 per pet.
Steenbok House
Hermanus, Western Cape
Situated on a quiet street, within a gentle stroll from the centre of Hermanus. Steenbok House is a first floor, semi-detached four-sleeper, offering plenty of privacy from the main house on the property. The unit consists of two bedrooms, making it id...
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R900 nightly for the apartment
Suikerbossie Guest Farm
Ceres, Western Cape
Suikerbossie has evolved in massive leaps and bounds since the Captain Getaway and his trusty hound, the Budget Brak, first visited a few years ago. What started out as a rough and ready experience is now the ‘safari getaway’ of the Koue Bokkevel...
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R165pp - R400pp nightly (group rates apply)
Tanagra Wine & Guest Farm
McGregor, Western Cape
Let's cut straight to the chase with a few choice quotes posted on that little known website called Tripadvisor. “Lovely place, exceptional hosts, don't miss it!”; “Couldn't ask for more.”; “We loved our stay, wonderful on all l...
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From R1350 to R3300, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Vredehoek Guestfarm
Ceres, Western Cape
This beautiful working fruit farm is a nature-lovers utopia. Tucked away in a secluded valley, set along the lower slopes of the Mosterhoek Twins near Ceres, there’s a great range of activities as well as accommodation options for families, couples or ...
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From R800 to R4250, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Wayside Inn
Wilderness, Western Cape
Hosting guests is nothing new at the Wayside Inn; in fact back in the late 1800’s this popular refuge saw many a weary traveller dismount, hang up the leathers and tuck into a hearty meal washed down by copious volumes of ale - or so we presume given t...
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From R950 - R1700 nightly for the entire house (sleeps 7), minimum 2 guests and 2 nights, December and peak period rates R2500 nightly.
Wegbreek
Bredasdorp, Western Cape
Once home to the farm hand of Middeldam Plaas, this little worker's cottage has been spruced up, and together with its big sister, Middeldam Plaashuis, offers an authentic Overberg farm stay. Ideally suited to a small family or for the overflow of a large ...
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From R270 per person nightly for the cottage, depending on number of guests. Minimum rate applies.
Wild Olive Guest Farm
Stilbaai, Western Cape
This is one tranquil getaway. A 140ha property, where olives, organic fruit and veg grow amidst bushy hills, green pastures and the idyllic Goukou River, Wild Olive offers two timber chalets with decks and open views across the water, and an historic cottage...
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From R850 nightly per timber chalet; R1000 nightly for Apple Tree Cottage.
Zuurknolsvlei Self-Catering
Stanford, Western Cape
Surrounded by fynbos vegetation on a gorgeous farm, 15km from Stanford, Zuurknolsvlei is an Overberg gem waiting for just the two of you, your family or even a bunch of friends to head on over to and enjoy. Accommodation options come in the form of the main...
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From R1800 - R2400 nightly for the main house (depending on number of guests). R950 nightly for the semi-detached units. Peak season minimum stays apply.