
Family-friendly vacation rentals in Southern Africa
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Atlantic View Penthouse
The Level 3 Penthouse apartment is ideal for casual entertaining or just quiet R&R. With 180-degree balcony views of the Clifton beaches below and the 12 Apostles. Services and restaurants are located in the Camps Bay Mall about 2 min. by car and a 15 min. walk to the Clifton beaches below. The Level 2 apartment, a separate listing @ airbnb.co.za/h/casa-del-sur-level-2, is often preferred by guests or families who prefer extra space, chef's kitchen, dining patio and pool (heated by request).

Stylish apartment near the beach
Located 3 minutes walk from the beach, this light, bright and airy 1 bedroom apartment is the perfect blend of ocean side bliss and upmarket luxury. Featuring a patio leading onto an expansive sundeck, sliding doors in the living area and large bay windows in the bedroom, the apartment is flooded with natural light and fresh air. Paired with the neutral aesthetic, open plan living area, tasteful finishes and convenient appliances, settling into your beach side holiday is easy when staying here.

Tranquil Hideaway near #1 Beach in Town
Experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort with your own swimming pool at our small family farm. You'll be surrounded by wild peacocks, free-range chickens and donkeys. Plus: - FREE 28-Page Garden Route Travel Guide - When you book with us, you’ll receive our exclusive Travel Guide full of hidden gems, activities, national parks, and extra safety and travel tips for your journey. - Homemade Breakfast Incl. - 2min Drive to 1# ranked Beach in Town - 1min Drive to Golf Club with Zebra's

Nature's Dome
Escape to nature in a unique way with our secluded, forest getaway. Nestled in the heart of an indigenous forest in the Garden Route, our dome offers a perfect blend of luxury and wilderness. Our Dome is beautifully designed for comfort, with the indulgent outdoor living space blending seamlessly with nature encouraging guests to reconnect, relax and rejuvenate. As much as we would love to welcome all, the setting isn't child friendly and definitely offers a more wonderful getaway for two.

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.

Ocean View Villa Wilderness
Ocean View Villa Wilderness is a Luxury Villa occupying a prime location at the top of the exclusive residential Constantia Drive in Wilderness. This modern and architectural house is well-designed with ample glass, allowing for light filled interiors offering the same panoramic ocean views as outdoors. Backed up by solar panels and lithium batteries thus not effected by load shedding. Part of the Constantia Kloof conservancy, relax to the sound of the birds as well as that of the ocean.

Stunning location! Heated Pool, Nature, Clifftop!
Inverter/Battery backup power supply. 4.4m x 2.4m heated pool. The house is set in a dramatic location perched 60m above the ocean, with endless ocean views. Set in a 94 hectare private , safe reserve, walks and hikes from the front door, come and experience nature in luxury. Whales/Dolphins/wildlife/ stars! 24 hour security 15 minutes to George Mall, 20km from George Airport. The house has 180 degree views over the Ocean, with fresh clean air and the sound of the ocean below.

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.

Tranquil poolhouse in the Winelands
Relax, sip on local wines, and take in the spectacular mountain views from the poolside deck. Neighbor to award winning wine farms, situated in the pristine Banhoek Valley. 8 minutes drive to central Stellenbosch, 25 minutes to Franschhoek. Complimentary Tokara wine on arrival with cheese, local nuts and fruits. Basic breakfast supplies provided: coffee, milk, eggs, bread, yogurt, muesli, rusks, orange juice. Bathroom: Soap, shower gel, shampoo, body lotion provided.

Klipkop High Mountain Stone Cottage
The farm's fourth cottage is built of rock between two boulders. The interior is very comfortably furnished with ceder-clad walls and ceder floors, two comfortable 3/4 beds, a fireplace, kitchenette and a bathroom clad in rock with sliding doors opening onto the landscape. The cottage faces north with a view of Sneeuberg. There is a large sliding door opening onto the patio with a retractable awning and a braai to enjoy the extraordinary views in every direction.

Rise and Shine Mountain Cabin, Wilderness Heights
Surrounded by fynbos bush and the sound of birds, you will have a unique nature experience and wake up to the INCREDIBLE views of the majestic Outeniqua mountain range shining in front of you! We are a simple, off the grid set up so do not expect luxury but rather the simple pleasures and nature in all its glory. Our property is a work in progress. We dream of creating a sustainable space by restoring our land and respecting nature in the process.
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