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.
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 R550 to R3350, depending on unit, guests and time of year
The Place
Ladismith, Western Cape
One hundred hectares of wide open Karoo vlakte, huge skies, the gentle flow of the Touw River, two finely-tuned accommodation options, your gregarious host Lizelle... The Place ticks a whole lot of getaway boxes that will appeal to a broad range of personali...
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From R800 nightly for the The Studio, and from R1000 nightly for Red Rock Cottage. Specials available for mid-week and off-peak stays.
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)
Brinksfontein
Sutherland, Northern Cape
If you're seeking true escape, Brinksfontein is the real deal. Sixty-five kays from Sutherland and jammed against a rugged backdrop of Moordenaars Karoo peaks, this tastefully renovated farmhouse offers big skies, oodles of space and deafening silence...
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From R750 nightly for the first 5 guests, R150pp thereafter
Oppikoppie Self-catering Guesthouse
Bonnievale, Western Cape
Oppikoppie is a built-to-order group getaway that consistently receives a mountain of glowing feedback. True to name, Oppiekoppie perches on a hill above a fruit and wine farm, 14km from Bonnievale. Stretching out below is a view of farm dam...
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From R1500 nightly for the house. Depending on number of guests.
Eikebos Campsite (for groups)
Greyton, Western Cape
Appointed on a working farm 4km off the R406 between Caledon and Greyton, Eikebos offers a picturesque and intimate camping experience. With a grand total of seven stands, all shaded by majestic oak trees and circled by open views of rolling farmland and t...
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R2800 per night (up to 28 guests), plus R120 per night per extra guest; maximum 32 guests; group bookings ONLY; no midweek bookings unless by prior arrangement; minimum stay is two nights; Campsite closed for camping 15 May - 31 Aug
Oshoek River Farm
Vermaaklikheid, Western Cape
Oshoek, the Borain family farm, lies in a beautiful valley, along the banks of the tidal Duiwenhoks River. Besides 21ha of pristine fynbos and 600m of private river frontage, you’ll find a rustic river cabin, a large outdoor kitchen, open-air show...
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R1400 per night for the Boat House plus an additional R250 if you're using The Caravan.
Blue Gum Cottages
Bonnievale, Western Cape
About 5km out of Bonnievale, Blue Gum Cottages is a laid-back and family-friendly spot with two cottages spread along the banks of the Breede. First off is Blue Gum Cottage itself - a private and rustic cottage tucked, as the name suggests, in the sh...
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From R950 nightly for Blue Gum, From R850 nightly for Die Stal
Rockhaven Farm
Porterville, Western Cape
Like a number of surrounding getaways, Rockhaven has the unfair advantage of being nestled among the spectacular Groot Winterhoek mountains. In this case, two comfortable cottages (Lavender and Erica) with very reasonable price tags provide your weekend...
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From R1170 to R6400, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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)
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.
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 R1987.5 to R2120, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Hermitage Huisies
Swellendam, Western Cape
A picturesque smallholding just outside Swellendam, Hermitage Huisies has a certain quality that many guests find irresistible. There are four cottages, the original Rose Cottage, and its younger sibling, River Cottage. These have now been joined by two br...
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From R860 to R1730, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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 R1100 to R2550, depending on unit, guests and time of year