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 R1750 to R3330, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Klipfontein Keep
Cape Agulhas and Struisbaai, Western Cape
Meticulously restored and framed by typical Overberg countryside of rolling wheat and canola, this gorgeous thatched farmhouse is ready and waiting 10km inland of Struisbaai and Agulhas. Deriving it’s name from the Middle English word “kype&rdq...
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R600pp nightly; children under 12 years, R350.
Running Stream
Montagu, Western Cape
There’s no doubt that you’ll be “wowed” by the setting of this little farm cottage. The Langeberg Mountains cut the horizon, the vineyards and fynbos add to the rural appeal and then there’s the wooden deck, the stone hot tub an...
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From R1980, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Sage Cottage
Cape Town area, Western Cape
Set amidst a fairy-tale garden on a tranquil street in West Beach, this little garden cottage isn’t your run-of-the-mill backyard bolthole. Charm and character are in no short supply here, Sage Cottage is a super little getaway for couples. Let’...
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From R1600 nightly for the cottage
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 R2100 to R2310, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Langrug Lodge
Cape Agulhas and Struisbaai, Western Cape
Nearly a decade on the block and we have finally discovered a perfect reason to spend an entire weekend on the southern tip of Africa: Langrug Lodge. The brochure calls it “a perfect peace (sic) of Africa,” and for once, the blurb is spot on &n...
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From R600 per adult nightly (children under 12 years, R300)
Guinevere Guest Farm
Tulbagh, Western Cape
Yip, we get it, this isn’t your typical budget getaway. While we know you’re gawking at the nightly rate (R12k per night isn’t exactly BG territory), you need to think creatively on this one. If you’re wanting to take ownership of thi...
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From R12750 to R18000, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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 R6200, depending on unit, guests and time of year
De Melkportaal Cottage
Bredasdorp, Western Cape
Surrounded by gum trees and fronted by generous green irrigation fields, De Melkportaal Cottage is your go-to for a rustic-luxury weekend on a real macoy dairy farm in the Overberg. Starting with what to do while you're there, the options are the ...
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R395pp per night (discount for kids); minimum cottage rate applies.
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
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 escape from your usual humdrum of city traffic and yapping neighbourhood pooches. Circled by pretty surrou...
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From R3000 to R3500, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Paddahoek Cottage
Vermaaklikheid, Western Cape
Paddahoek could be the quintessential English choc-box abode. Thick stone walls, neatly thatched roof and cottage-pane windows. A few things set it apart though. For starters, the surrounding renosterveld vegetation which forms its setting, then you’ve...
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From R855 to R1845, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Witkrans Farm Accommodation
Gansbaai, Western Cape
Witkrans is a nature-lovers paradise, that judging by the glowing guest reviews certainly strikes a strong cord among its happy visitors. Owned by the Privett family - themselves involved in a number of conservation and environmental projects - this 35ha or...
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From R1520 to R1995, depending on unit, guests and time of year
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.
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.
Klein Nektar Cottage
Montagu, Western Cape
There’s not much more you could ask for from a getaway; in fact, Klein Nektar's appeal will leave you a little tongue-tired after reporting back on your successful Budget Getaways weekend mission. It sits neat and pretty against a backdrop of ra...
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From R2300 to R4600, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Fairfield Mountain Cottages
Ceres, Western Cape
Fairfield takes the form of three tastefully renovated cottages at the foot the Skurweberge Mountains, on 100 hectares of working fruit farm, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the Ceres valley. From the vantage point of your vine cove...
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From R1190 to R2975, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Oakhurst Farm
Wilderness, Western Cape
Sitting high above the Wilderness Lakes in rural Hoekwil, Oakhurst Farm has got the getaway recipe down to a tee: Plenty of good ol’ farm fun, clean country air, and a platter of rustic-luxury accommodation that will knock your socks off. The Fo...
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From R2400, depending on unit, guests and time of year
Smitten Guest Cottages
Bonnievale, Western Cape
This cottage accommodates 4 people in 2 bedrooms and offers an indoor fireplace, wood-fired Hot Tub, built-in Braai on the verandah as well as a firepit. The Glamping Tent accommodates 2 people and a sofa bed for 2 children, and offers an indoor fireplace, w...
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From R1403 to R2083, depending on unit, guests and time of year