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Cape Point Mountain Getaway - Villa
A magnificent historical home surrounded by fynbos, overlooking False Bay with stunning sea views and an imposing mountain backdrop. The villa is located in a nature conservancy. It is completely off the grid: solar energy, water from a mountain stream. This place is for people who want beauty and tranquillity and a getaway experience in a 100% environmentally friendly place right on the urban edge - 8kms from Simonstown. Fully equipped open plan kitchen, exquisite bedrooms and awesome decks.

Hidden gem in the heart of the winelands..
A little forest in the heart of the Winelands cuddles this secret gem #jangroentjiecottage close to a dam fed by the fynbos covered Helderberg. a Selfcatering hideaway that sleeps two with a fireplace, braai and a woodfired hottub. Within walking distance from Taaibosch, Pink Valley and Avontuur Wine and stud farm. Just across the R44 Ken Forrester Wines is luring. For the outdoor enthusiasts Helderberg provide trails for hiking and mtbiking and our dam covers swimming, rowing and sundowners.

Magnificent Clifton Retreat with Unparalleled Ocean Views
A perfect haven for couples or individuals seeking a holiday that will be truly memorable. Ezulwini is set in central Clifton, an exclusive area 5 minutes from Town and the V&A Waterfront. The apartment offers unrivalled sea and beach views. The interior is flooded with natural light, beautifully curated in a rich beachside palette of sandy hues with a touch of something nautical. Safety wise, the apartment is a lock up and go and there is battery Back with solar to deal with load shedding.

Luxury Coastal Cabin, Wilderness
Cocoon Cabins- this one’s all about the sea views & hot tub! (ADULTS ONLY, NO KIDS) Enjoy this intimate glass-fronted 2-sleeper nano-cabin set between forest & sea. A considered cabin w/queen bed, compact yet functional kitchen & open-plan bathroom (no bathroom door). In addition find multiple outdoor areas 2 relax in complete privacy. From the outdoor shower to the secluded fire pit, you’ll find many magical touches. As for the views from bed & hot tub, you might never want to get out!

Camissa farm. Gorgeous views and a Hottub too!
This stylish and romantic cabin for 2 floats over the Banhoek valley and enjoys exquisite mountain views of outstanding natural beauty. It is the newest in our collection of 6 private serviced eco cabins on a beautiful 60 hectare regenerative farm in the Banhoek nature conservancy. There are hiking trails for you to explore, a hot tub and infra red sauna to luxuriate in and wild swimming to enjoy. Refresh your soul in this natural paradise and renew your connection with nature and yourself.

Magic Garden Cabin, Wilderness Heights
Surrounded by the magic Outeniqua mountains and fynbos, we welcome you to our little slice of wilderness bliss! Our dream for the land is to create a sustainable home and restore this stunning piece of African earth, to live simply and respect nature. We are in the process of rehabilitating our land. We wish to share this wonderful place, its STUNNING views & gardens with like-minded people & travellers and encourage you to explore the beauty that surrounds us here in the Garden Route.

The Sky Cabin Misty Cliffs
Experience one of the most pristine stretches of the south peninsula coastline from our laidback house. The upstairs offers spectacular ocean views with a big open plan bathroom. Downstairs is the perfect setting for dinners around the dining table leading onto the open plan kitchen. The downstairs double bedrooms share a bathroom and the front bedroom has beautiful sea views. While the downstairs deck is great for sundowners. Situated 45 minutes from Cape Town’s city centre.

Endless Views & Privacy
Our studio apartment opens up onto a 40sq meter balcony with a panoramic view of the Hout Bay Valley and the Helderberg mountains beyond. Large sliding doors disappear into the walls creating an unimpeded indoor/outdoor flow while the elevated position protects your privacy. The open plan bathroom faces onto an enclosed secret garden which includes a frame-less glass shower. The unit has a fully equipped kitchenette and is serviced daily except weekends and public holidays.

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.

Luxury in nature. Solar Powered. Endless sea views
Experience the ultimate coastal lifestyle in our luxury cliff-top home with stunning ocean views from every room. Our organic modern design features natural wood and designer soft furnishings. Dip in our semi heated pool, or enjoy our yoga & chill deck or cook a meal in our designer kitchen. Complete with solar power system & set in a private nature reserve. Just 25 mins from George Airport, 15 mins from the Garden Route Mall and Wilderness. Come unwind in comfort & style.

Grysklip High Mountain Stone Cottage, Cederberg
This grey-stone cottage is built against a rock face which is a dramatic back wall for the interior. All the stone used for the walls was collected nearby, so the cottage disappears into the landscape. The views are spectacular in every direction. The interior is cosy with wooden floors and Cape furniture and Himalayan textiles. There are two 3/4 beds. The bathroom has a shower set against the rock-face, and there is a wonderful double outdoor bath.

Cliff Top Houses no 8 - Endless sea & forest views
Cliff Top Houses are situated in a protected nature reserve perched high on the cliffs and surrounded by forest, fynbos and ocean. These secret hideaways are for those seeking peace, tranquility and that special magic. “The Bee’s Knees” is our spectacular newest secret escape sleeping 4 adults. Situated directly on the cliff edge, enjoy magnificent ocean views, waves crashing on the rocks below and whales so close you can touch them.
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The Olive Pod - Minimalist Klein Karoo Luxury

Ocean Retreat, Romansbaai Beach & Fynbos Estate

Villa Verde, farm stay with views for days.

The Unbound - Escape the Ordinary

Still Waters Pretoria East Villa

Eco Friendly Valley Pod with amazing views

FernHill Cottage

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