Cottage vacation rentals in South Africa

We absolutely loved our stay didn’t want to leave, sadly missed out last night due to work, would definitely go back!

What a wonderful unexpected stay. Perfectly located with breathtaking surroundings/ well planned house with everything and more you could possibly need. Probably one if the best (if not the best) air bnb’s we have ever stayed at! Will definitely be back again, if i could give you 10 starts, I would! Thank you

This is really the perfect stay if you want a break away from the city. The farm was quiet, and private. The hot tub and indoor fireplace was the highlight to add that cosiness to a good winter holiday. The cottage was well equipped with everything you need for a short stay. Madri was also a great host and easy to reach when needed.

I would like to take the opportunity to thank Annelize for her hospitality. Her home was cozy and so beautiful. We had everything we needed. Annelize is a very thoughtful host and would recommend anyone to stay at her beautiful chalet. We were warm with the electric blankets and fire place and not to mention the hot tub. Views from her home was just incredible. Thank you so much for the beautiful stay.

Lovely place to stay. Great for two legged and your legged kids! and very convenient location.

Phillippa was a fantastic host! And absolutely gorgeous home! ✨✨✨

The views of the lake was breathtaking, waking up to the peaceful environment was everything, beautiful place to unwind and reset. The hot tub with those views makes a perfect combo, spacious home with everything you need. Really enjoyed our stay.

We had a fantastic stay! The service was excellent, the space was clean, private, and exactly as shown in the photos and description. We loved having our own private hot tub and braai area – such a relaxing touch. The location offered easy access to all amenities, and any questions we had were quickly and helpfully answered. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful and comfortable getaway. Thank you, Nadea!

Great spot - excellent location, quiet and a very well equipped kitchen. Very clear communication with the host. Recommended.

Thank you for a great stay, some peace and quiet with a hot wifi connection for the always connected teenager so that he could post all his experiences of the weekend!

We really loved our stay - the cottage is quaint, very well equipped and in a beautiful area. We loved that it was fully fenced with so much space for the dogs to run around. The kitchen was really well equipped and the beds were super comfy and clean. John was very friendly and welcoming, and instructions were clear and uncomplicated. We appreciated the welcome treats, thank you, and enjoyed braaing outside on the stoep and making a cosy fire inside - both great fireplaces!

Beautiful and peaceful cottage, perfect for getting out of the city! Loved the swimming dam too. Will definitely be back!

We had a wonderful stay. Would highly recommend. Andrew was very friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful and peaceful. Thanks much

My fourth stay so far. Clearly my family and I love spending time at Kathleen's place. We got to spend some time very close to the cows which my kids enjoyed thoroughly. Already planning my next girls trip there. Kathleen is just the best host & we love her tons!!!!

The Cottage at Wetlands exceeded my expectations. Everything was so perfect and was great attention to detail. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there and would definitely recommend staying there. I know I will be staying there again.

We stayed at The Barn as an overnight stop so sadly did not have time to go for a walk and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The cottage is lovely with a stunning little plunge pool. I can imagine sitting in the winter sun with a good book out on the verandah. The Barn entices relaxation.

We had the most wonderful 5-night stay at this beautiful Eden cottage! From the moment we arrived, Claude was incredibly kind, welcoming, and flexible - making us feel right at home. The house itself is stunning, with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The location is absolutely perfect: just a short walk to the beach, close to the penguins, and nestled in such a peaceful, scenic area. Every moment here was magical, and we’re already planning to return next year. Highly, highly recommended!

We can only repeat what other guests have mentioned, that Vicky's place was exactly as we hoped it would be. Quiet, clean and comfortable, it was everything we had hoped for as a base for exploring Cape Town. Communication with Vicky was excellent, she responded quickly to any questions we had. We would love to stay at Vicky's place again in the future.

From the moment we arrived we knew we were in HIDDEN GEM PARADISE. Dee’s words in the brochure are beautiful and guide you through the history the beauty the peace and the romance. We have never left a weekend getaway SO RELAXED!!! Solar house with an amazing “Donkie” experience chucked in when the sun wouldn’t shine. Just follow the friendly instructions. The place has everything that you need. And what a beautiful layout….braai in the bush under the stars only 3h from Joburg (4h if you grab a lunch or visit the awesome Padstals on Bambi pass for last minute groceries and treats.)The Bokoni history and ruins is an added special touch. Plenty to visit and do and we will be back! Again and again and again! Fantastic for couples private retreat and family getaways! The hikes are awesome and there is plenty to do and visit in the area. You can’t stop talking about Dees Place! Otherwise…… JUST RELAX! We saw a PARADISE FLYCATCHER!!! Did I mention the peace?!?!

We had the most incredible family stay in this beautiful, secluded wildlife estate. The ocean views were breathtaking, and spotting dolphins through the binoculars the host provided was a daily highlight. Our kids loved the animals and nature walks, and the beach—just a short walk away—was perfect even in winter, with warm weather and thoughtful touches like beach chairs and toys. The home was cozy and luxurious, with soft bedlinen, a deep bath, and big showers—pure bliss after a beach day. We loved the Nespresso machine and enjoying cappuccinos on the deck with visits from a fisant and friendly mouse at sunrise. The layout of the home was perfect for quality family time, and we’d copy it for our own house if we could! Huge thanks to Ruth for being a fantastic, responsive host and to Jamal for his help and great communication. A truly unforgettable experience—we can’t wait to return!

Loved this Gem. I’ve been to Airbnb’s all over the world and this one will definitely be one to remember. Also the host is lovely and very helpful

We had a stunning stay at Little Willow Brook. The place was neat clean, comfortable bed, beautiful views the natural stream off the veranda was breathtaking and the braai area wirh pool was the perfect setting. We will definitely be back.

Neat & cosy cottage in the bush next to the Olifants river. Peaceful and private with beautiful surroundings!

Rosmead Cottage is a hidden gem, tucked away from the bustle of Kalk Bay, but very accessible to all that Kalk Bay has to offer. Anne went out of her way to be always available to answer any query we may have and was extremely concerned for our welfare and proactive during the Kalk Bay mountain fires, which occurred during our stay. Luckily in the event, we weren’t affected. We can highly recommend Rosmead Cottage and Anne as a hostess, to anyone visiting Kalk Bay and we will definitely be returning!