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 R4500, 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.
River Edge Accommodation
Ceres, Western Cape
You’ve been living life on the edge lately - late boozy nights, work deadlines, domestic chaos, the general humdrum of life in the fast lane. Maybe what you need is a change of edge to hang out on? In this case it's River Edge, a tranquil escape with...
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From R1925 to R3660, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Tibani Nature Reserve
Montagu, Western Cape
If you love remote and rugged getaways, places where you’re off-grid and left to your own devices, where fancy frills take a distant second to gobsmacking settings, then Tibani Nature Reserve could have your name on it. Tucked away in the mountains of...
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From R895 to R1295 nightly for Die Botterboomhuisie, depending on number of guests; from R485 - R685 nightly for Mongoose Campsite, depending on the 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
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.
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 R650 to R3700, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Ons Karoo Plaas
Laingsburg, Western Cape
Situated in Karoo heartland country, 50km from Laingsburg along the road heading towards Seweweekspoort, Ons Karoo Plaas is a quirky and rustic, no-nonsense getaway for bikers, explorers, travellers or just about anyone wanting a budget stop over while ...
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From R150 per person nightly
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 R1150 to R1970, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Karoo Rest Cottages
Nieu-Bethesda, Eastern Cape
The Rest farm has seen it all. From ox wagons to motor cars, telegrams to the internet, this is a fourth generation Karoo farm, set deep in the Sneeuberg Mountains near Nieu Bethesda. The Rest is a holistic type of place, run by the Kingwill family, who know...
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From R800 nightly for a cottage
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 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.
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)
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
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 R1130, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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.
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
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.
Klondyke Cherry Farm
Ceres, Western Cape
Yep, a real cherry farm in our backyard, in unspoilt mountain country 30km from Ceres. The landscape is alluring and the cottages have good potential, but there is a health warning attached: Klondyke alternates between a wilderness getaway and Adderley Str...
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From R600 to R2300, depending on unit, guests and time of year
!Xairu Tented Bush Retreat
Swellendam, Western Cape
Situated on a small, environmentally conscious farm, 28km from Swellendam, !Xairu Tented Bush Retreat is a rustic bush camp with two equipped, permanent tents, or an additional two unequipped tents for those who’re able to bring their own campaign equi...
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From R695 - R895.00 per equipped tent
Bonamanzi Adventures Lodge
Worcester & Hex Valley, Western Cape
This great group getaway really is a family and friends adventure in the making. Rigged out to sleep a few families or a bunch of friends looking for a chilled spot surrounded by nature, Bonamanzi sits right on the banks of the Breede River, just on 15 ...
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From R4000 to R4500 nightly for the lodge for the first 15 guests. R200pp thereafter. Seasonal rates and discounts apply.
Glen Eden Farm
Montagu, Western Cape
Glen Eden Farm is 50 hectares of countryside, just 14km outside of Montagu. There are 5 cottages and 2 glamping sites (glamourous camping). All cottages have private gardens with dining furniture, braai, and splash pool, along with everything you will ...
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From R1400 to R3500, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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 R2950, depending on unit, guests and time of year