Cottage vacation rentals in South Africa

High Mountain Stone Cottage in the Cederberg

Surely the highest cottage, at 1200m altitude, in the Cederberg with spectacular views of the Koue Bokkeveld and the Cederberg. It is set against a mountain peak surrounded by pristine Cape flora. A place of retreat and deep silence. The cottage, with its beautiful woodwork and stonework, belongs to another era. Recently it was renovated with a larger kitchen and a braai room as shelter from summer southerly winds and to catch sun on winter afternoons. A private rock pool is 150m from the stoep

Tango - Luxury Honeymoon Suite with Hot Tub

TANGO Luxury Self Catering Cottage features a private patio with wood-fired hot tub, braai facilities and stunning views. The luxurious and spacious main room has an open space shower and bath tub overlooking the citrus orchard. The cottage comprises of a fully equipped open-plan kitchen and living room with fireplace. The 2nd bedroom has 2 single beds and en-suite bathroom. Bedding and towels provided. De Wilge has a 4-star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of SA. NO LOADSHEDDING

Off-the-grid stone cottage in the Little Karoo

Off grid cottage set in the heart of the Little Karoo within the Touwsberg Nature and Game Reserve. The reserve is well known for it's biodiverse fauna and flora and stunning scenery. Located off Route 62, midway between Barrydale and Ladismith, accessible with an average car/sedan, that has at least 17cm off ground clearance. The Cottage is well equipped, with indoor fireplace, cosy and completely private - the perfect Winter stay. Note: cell/3G reception requires a 2 minute walk; no wifi.

Cape Point Mountain Getaway - Cottage

This is one of Cape Town's environmental and historic treasures. It is a candle-lit hideaway with stunning views of mountain and sea. The Cottage is completely off grid, with fresh water coming off the mountain and energy from the sun. The cottage is built from local materials - stone walls, reed ceilings, blue gum supports. There are glass doors and windows throughout the cottage. The cottage has a beautiful open-plan bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom includes a tub, a toilet and a basin.

Coastaway: 3 Bedrooms + Solar Power

Come & relax in your paired back retreat located in a tranquil fishing village on the west coast of SA. Enjoy some rest with no load shedding worries, solar panels will keep everything (apart from oven & underfloor heating) running at all times of the day. Feel at home in an original dirt road cul-de-sac, safely snuggled in-between friendly neighbours. Only 25 minutes drive from Paternoster to the North, Langebaan to the South & just a 250m walk along green belt to serene, rocky shoreline.

Blueberry Hill Cottages - Lavender - Franschhoek

Lavender Cottage is a modern three bedroom self catering cottage with three bedrooms, main ensuite and the other two bedrooms share a full bathroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave and Nespresso coffee maker. The cottage has its own private terrace overlooking the large rim flow pool. The pool is situated on it's own large terrace and is shared with Olive cottage. We are ideal for guests who enjoy wine tours, the outdoors, hiking and biking plus horse riding.

SeaFront Selfcatering Studio at PrivateHolidayHome

NO LOADSHEDDING!! Luxurious Ramsgate Selfcatering Private SeaFront Studio at my Private Holiday Home. The OpenPlan Selfcatering studio,set on a Hill has amazing Sea Views/A large openplan bathroom,double showers/basins,bathtub,enclosed toilet/basin. Balcony/Views 210meter walk to beach! No full kitchen but it has a kitchenette/coffee station with a microwave,kettle,toaster,mini fridge and all crockery/cutlery. 1 Parking only. Netflix, Dstv. Solar Power Backup and Water Backup Systems.

Vineyard Cottage at Bosman Wines

Secluded cottage surrounded by vineyards and mountains with romantic, farm-style décor, open-plan kitchen, vineyard-covered front and back porch overlooking the beautiful Wellington wine valley. Fresh white linen bedding, private bathroom and a room with a view of the vineyards and the nursery vines. Small splash pool (cold water) in the backyard, private garage for parking, wine cellar on the farm, we include a complimentary wine tasting. Home to world renowned mountain bike trails.

Kingfisher Cottage

Kingfisher Cottage is an ideal escape from city life. Located in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, it has the attraction of being close to the restaurants and shops of Hoedspruit whilst providing access to the Greater Kruger & the Blyde River Canyon. The cottage is available to rent for short term stays of 2-14 nights for up to 4 adults on an exclusive basis. If you are a larger family please contact me to see if arrangements can be made. Cottage has solar and battery backup power.

Heidi's Barn, Franschhoek

Situated on a small holding 5km outside Franschhoek, opposite the exquisite La Motte Wine Estate, Heidi’s Barn offers the perfect self-catering base from which to explore the Winelands. A fire pit, outdoor dining area and a large swimming pool (shared with one other cottage) are perfect for summertime relaxation while an indoor wood-burning fireplace and wooden floors throughout make for a cosy winter escape. The barn runs on mains power with solar back up for load shedding.

Beachcomber Cottage @ Springerbay

Beachcomber Cottage, is a bright and welcoming, solar powered holiday home, set in the beautiful Springerbaai Coastal Estate, with panoramic views of the sea, bay and mountains. The estate boasts access to a pristine sandy beach within around 600 meters from the cottage and also offers a bird hide for bird and game viewing. Everything about Beachcomber Cottage is stylish, fresh, comfortable , and quality. Perfect for couples and small family groups.

The Red House

The Red House is a charming, rustic cottage nestled in the heart of the small village of Koringberg. Surrounded by wheat farms, this retreat offers the best of countryside living - stargazing, farmland scenery, and the area’s largest swimming pool! Ideal for families or a small group of friends. Our house is not perfect, but we love it to bits, and we hope you'll enjoy it just as much as we do!