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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

Rexford Cottage

Cozy and comfortable in a tranquil neighbourhood setting, Rexford Cottage is tastefully renovated and the perfect location to explore beautiful Knysna and the Garden Route. With a full backup system and ideal for business travellers, couples, or small families, you'll be just minutes from downtown Knysna, the Knysna waterfront, stunning beaches, world-class golfing and excellent dining. Relax on the deck in your own private garden, have a braai (BBQ), and watch the sunset over the Western Heads.

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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Karoo House Collection - 54 Middle

Lovingly restored, this listed heritage Cape cottage in the heart of Graaff-Reinet is the perfect spot for a Karoo getaway with friends or family. With two spacious en-suite bedrooms, spare bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge and outdoor seating area, you'll be able to both entertain and unwind to your heart's content. The pool is a particularly massive hit in summer! Located in the sought-after "horse-shoe" of town, you're only a short stroll away from many great restaurants and shops.

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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

'Thyme Out' for your holiday cottage get-away.

Thyme Out, in the heart of the Garden Route, is a self-catering garden cottage with private entrance, offering comfortable accommodation. Large lounge opening into garden with own patio and barbecue facilities. Bedroom-en-suite (shower). Fully equipped kitchen. Free off-road parking. Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, village amenities, and Swartvlei lagoon. 2 km from river mouth and sandy beaches. Host on site to meet and greet guests and to assist with a relaxed hassle-free stay.

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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 356 reviews

Pear Tree Cottage garden, pond and mountain view

Be enticed by the awakening of your senses. Smell the sweet scent of the flowers and fynbos, the serenade of the frogs, the sight of colorful birds, taste the aroma of fruits and veggies from our vegetable garden and orchard. Ideal for a couple or a couple with a child (not suitable for 3 adults). Mountain, garden, pond (filled with rainfall, season dependent. Not just a room in someone's house or sharing common areas. Your own little piece of tranquility. Our dogs roam freely in the property.

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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews

5 Folkestone, Summerstrand, Moon Cottage

The cottage has its entrance next to the pool. The lounge has doors opening onto a small private garden with portable braai. Fully equipped kitchenette to enjoy. The open plan lounge area has a tv with DSTV and two comfortable sleeper couches, ideal to sleep adults and/or kids. Talk to us so that we can cater for your needs... The room has a queen sized bed and TV with DSTV. The room has an en-suite bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests share the bathroom cottage. Ideal for a family.

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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Greenhill Farm Cape Dutch Cottage Plettenberg Bay

Cape Dutch cottage in beautiful garden environment on large property in Plettenberg Bay, the premier resort town in South Africa. Completely self-contained and separated from the estate house. The farm is surrounded by plantation and indigenous forest with spectacular sea views although the cottage is set back in it's own private garden. The Western Cape has recently been awarded the World Travel & Tourism Council certification. We adhere to the Safe Travel Protocols to combat Coronavirus.

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

The Beach Cottage

The Beach Cottage is a self-catering cottage on a working dairy farm within walking distance to the beach. It is only 10km from the EL airport and a 20 minute drive into EL. The cottage has beautiful views of the sea as well as of cows grazing on green pastures. It has a fully functional kitchen. Tea, coffee, fresh farm milk & rusks are provided on arrival. It is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Please note, own transport advisable as we are on a farm.

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews

Geco Casetta - Self-Catering Cottage

Our comfortable self-catering cottage is situated on a farm, 30km from Graaff-Reinet. The thick walls are great insulators and keep the cottage warm in winter and cool in summer. There are two bedrooms and two additional single beds in the living area. Braai facilities are available out on a deck which also provides incredible views over the Tandjiesberg mountains and a farm dam with roaming springbuck. It is truly a break-away location. The sunrises are an added treat for the early birds.

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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

The Best Exotic Frangipani Happy Beach Cottage

A 2 min walk to the Kariega River, slipway & lagoon. 5 mins stroll to the Kariega Blue Flag Beach, or to the village centre. Complete privacy in your own kitchen garden, and access to a large, treed, semi-private garden that is for your exclusive use. A gate and fence separates you from my garden. Ideal weekend getaway/longer stay for digital nomads, couples, solo adventurers, small families (double sleeper couch for 2 children), or simply peace & quiet to finish writing that book!

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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Gingerbread Man's Cottage

Gingerbread Mans Cottage is centrally located on The Island, Sedgefield. Very close proximity to all swimming beaches, restaurants & estuary. Spectacular views onto Cloud 9 (vegetative sand dune), an internationally recognised paragliding hang out. You’ll love the cottage because of the peace & tranquility. Cottage within walking distance to the 3 famous Saturday markets (Wild Oats, Mosaic & Scarab). My place is good for couples, solo adventurers & business travellers.

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 268 reviews

Pauline's Place

The cottage is at the back of the main house with its own entrance and secure parking. It is in a quiet neighbourhood, just outside of the town central that is a 10 minute walk from the closest beach. There is a small kitchenette with cooking equipment, a Nespresso machine, induction plate, and kettle. A lounge with a TV (Netflix, Amazon Prime) & WiFi. The bedroom has a double bed with an ensuite bathroom. There is a braai (BBQ) and use of the swimming pool for guests.

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Over The Edge Cottage - Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha

Over The Edge Cottage is a private cottage located on the owner's premises in Chelsea, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Set in beautifully landscaped gardens with panoramic sea views. The open-plan cottage can accommodate up to 2 guests and comprises a living area, kitchenette and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. The cottage has a glass sliding door, leading onto a deck with barbecue facilities where guests can enjoy uninterrupted exquisite sea views.