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Casa Da Praia
Situated in a cul de sac right on the Voorstrand beach, Casa Da Praia is a lovely self catering holiday home on the Cape West Coast with uninterr...

Rivendell Trout Estate
Situated in Lydenburg, Rivendell Trout Estate offers self catering accommodation in two cottages on the banks of the Spekboom River in the Finsbu...

Villa Karibu
Located in Tokai, Villa Karibu offers comfortable accommodation for up to six guests. Here guests are near to various restaurants, coffee houses ...

Misty Waters at Blue Crane
Misty Waters @ Blue Crane provides self catering accommodation in Dullstroom, perfect for anyone with a love for nature. The farm is situated on ...

No 9 Umdloti
Located in the Umdloti Cabanas, this apartment is situated directly on the beachfront. Accommodation 4 guests, the apartment has two bedrooms. Bo...

Villa On Geneva Drive
Villa on Geneva Drive is a holiday home in Camps Bay, Cape Town. The accommodation has stunning views of the area and Lion's Head. The living are...

Three Boutique Hotel
The Three is centrally located in the heart of City Bowl on the slopes of Table Mountain. We are located in a lovely quiet are and are just 10 mi...

Jock Safari Lodge
Jock Safari Lodge is the first private lodge set in the heart of Africa's premier wildlife reserve, the Kruger National Park. Situated in the sou...

305 Manor Gardens
305 Manor Gardens is a luxury three bedroom holiday apartment in Ballito overlooking Willard Beach. All the bedrooms have sea views and an en-sui...

La Gratia House
La Gratia House offers spacious, pet-friendly accommodation in the heart of Beacon Rocks, Margate. Designed with families in mind, this self-cate...

397 Bushbuck
Whether you're seeking tranquility, adventure, or a blend of both, 397 Bushbuck Drive offers an unmatched accommodation experience in a five-bedr...

Saronsberg Vineyard Cottages
Saronsberg Vineyard Cottages are situated just outside the historic town of Tulbagh on the slopes of the Saronsberg Mountains just 120km from Cap...

Amakhala Safari Lodge
Safari Lodge is secretly hidden up a kloof in the indigenous Valley Bushveld in the Amakhala Game Reserve. This extraordinary conservancy allows ...

J-Bay Zebra Lodge
J-Bay Zebra Lodge is close to Jeffreys Bay and Port Elizabeth, positioned on the top of a hill enjoying 360 degree views of the Indian Ocean, ind...

312 Rockwell
Accommodating two guests only, this modern and luxurious apartment is centrally located in De Waterkant close to V&A Waterfront, CBD and CTICC. T...

Witsand 706
Witsand 706 Holiday Apartment in Bloubergstrand boasts spectacular views of Table Mountain. This stylish, modern two bedroom apartment can accomm...

Village Break
Village Break self-catering cottages offer family holiday accommodation set right in the heart of the Cape St Francis Resort. A stay in the two, ...

Chenin Cottage
Chenin Cottage is found in Deurdrif, Constantia and is able to accommodate up to three guests. From here guests can easily enjoy wine tasting at ...

Hillside Lodge
Hillside Lodge is located on the Elements Private Golf Reserve in Bela Bela, Limpopo. This unique golf estate is 130km north of Pretoria....
Recent Guest Reviews
Beautiful and tranquil - love the setting and the amenities are perfect. the view is awesome and we loved staying with you.
aubrey l.
Stayed at Rocklands Eco Retreat
Clanwilliam, Cederberg
We used this as a 1 night stop over from Joburg to the Cape but there is more to New Holme than a comfortable bed. The evening meal was excellent and we left too early for breakfast which is served from 7:30. ...
Dave T.
Stayed at New Holme Nature Lodge
Hanover, Upper Karoo
Beautiful. Quiet. Nature. We had a great stay. It is very beautiful and peaceful
Lathaniel W.
Stayed at Kokiville School Bus
Nelspruit, Lowveld Legogote
Beautiful location and completely private except for the Ostrich family wandering along the beach. Also saw an otter. Our overnight stay started with a swim in the ocean and showers in the cottage and annex. ...
Richard F.
Stayed at Olifantsbos Guest House
Cape Point, Atlantic Seaboard
Excellent work stay, my team and I loved it
Ntobeko C.
Stayed at Kwa-Dlamathe Guesthouse
Volksrust, Grass & Wetlands
Really enjoyed our stay, Room 9 was ideal with balcony overlooking views of mountains, staff were friendly and efficient overall an excellent experience
Peter E.
Stayed at Mimosa Lodge
Montagu, Breede River Valley
This was our fourth time visiting Kruger View Cottage. It is an amazing home away from home. Everything in and around the Cottage was in good state. Perfectly situated in Martloth Park next to the Crocodile ...
ANNEMARIE R.
Stayed at Kruger View Cottage
Marloth Park, Wild Frontier
Very pleasant stopover in George. Great location, lovely house, great hreakfast. Handy for George Golf Club and local shopping and restaurants....
Kevin O.
Stayed at Oude Berg Guesthouse 10 Caledon Street
George, Garden Route
An excellent B&B, stylish, with charm. Generous, well equipped rooms, good location (quiet, but not remote), good service from friendly staff. And the hostess, Joyce, made us really feel at home. We'll be back!
Frank G.
Stayed at Afrikhaya Guest House
St Lucia, Elephant Coast
Perfect
Veneta N.
Stayed at Thabametsi Farm
Magaliesburg, Magaliesberg
The host was very friendly! The place feels like heaven. I didn't want to leave!
Lungile M.
Stayed at The Rosendal Country Retreat
Rosendal, Thabo Mofutsanyana
Everything was prepared for us ,please add 4 side plates to make 6 and aircondition otherwise it was perfect.
PINDIWE B.
Stayed at Santana 406
Margate, South Coast
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Kuilfontein Stables and Paddocks
The delightful old stable block has been converted into comfortable accommodation, decorated in French Provencal style. Charm, history and conven...

The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa
The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa is nestled in the pristine area of KwaZulu Natal's South Coast, a mere 35km inland from Port Shepstone. Referr...

Sasi Bush Lodge
Journey on to Kilburn Farm and discover the world that awaits you on your unique stay at Sasi Bush Lodge in the Northern Drakensberg. Luxurious t...

The Olive Lodge
The Olive Lodge at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein Mountain in Paarl is on a working Wagyu cattle farm in the beautiful Cape Winelands. Enjoy t...

Klein Frans Cabin
Klein Frans Cabin is an exclusive luxury honeymoon retreat, situated in the heart of the vineyards with uninterrupted mountain views. This cabin ...

iKhayalamafu
High in the Monk's Cowl Reserve of the beautiful central Drakensberg Mountains and closer to paradise than anywhere else in the Champagne Valley....

Blyde Canyon A Forever Resort
Blyde Canyon A Forever Resort is the only resort offering direct access to the world famous Three Rondavels, the Blyde Canyon Gorge and the World...

Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort
Nestled in the heart of the Southern Drakensberg, on a scenic 860 acre World Heritage site, rests the magnificent Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa ...

iKhaya LamaDube Game Lodge
iKhaya LamaDube Game Lodge offers self catering accommodation in eight cottages or units. Set in an indigenous bush setting, iKhaya LamaDube Lodg...

Forest Valley Cottages
Beaming with casual luxury.. Forest Valley embraces the dramatic beauty of the coastline town of Knysna with mountain and forest views. The offer...

Mount Ceder Lodge
Mount Ceder is situated in a valley surrounded by mountains on the farm Grootrivier, next to the main route through the Cedarberg, approximately ...

Letsatsi Lodge
Situated just outside Vanrhynsdorp, Letsatsi Lodge is an ideal stop over on the N7 route between Cape Town, Namibia, Springbok and Upington. The ...

Little Switzerland Resort
Situated in the beautiful Drakensberg, Little Switzerland Resort is a little bit of heaven. Accommodation is provided either in hotel rooms or in...

Kosmos Manor
Named after the quant neighborhood that it stems from, Kosmos Manor on the banks of the Hartebeespoort Dam consists of 6 beautifully appointed ro...

Tshipise a Forever Resort
At the foot of the Tshipise koppie, in a landscape dotted with ancient Baobabs and Mopani trees, you can relax in 3-star style in a fully-equippe...

Tzamenkomst River Lodge
Tzamenkomst River Lodge is a highly desirable premium hospitality destination that offers restful accommodation in spectacular surroundings. The ...

De Stijl Gariep Hotel
De Stijl Gariep Hotel offers chic, contemporary, extremely comfortable rooms and welcoming overnight accommodation. The rooms all offer the ultim...

Old Halliwell Country Inn
Built in the 1830's and set on 250 acres of rolling lawns and forests overlooking the Karkloof Valley, Old Halliwell captures the charms and trad...

Blyde River Wilderness Lodge
Surrounded by the tranquil Blyde River and the majestic Drakensberg mountains, this thatched lodge is set in a private reserve, in an area famous...

African Hills Safari Lodge
Situated on the Plumari Private Reserve in the Magaliesberg, just over an hour from Johannesburg or Pretoria, African Hills Safari Lodge offers g...
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Diving in Sodwana Bay
The beautiful Sodwana Bay, home to Triton Diving, is situated within the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal. This park is one of Sout...

Inyati Private Game Reserve
The lodge is situated on the banks of the Sand River allowing for fantastic game viewing from the lodge ...

Southern Ground Hornbill
The largest hornbill in the world with a striking black plumage and the deep-red skin on its face and neck ...

Amakhala Game Reserve
Steeped in history and beauty, this 7000 hectare game reserve creates an ideal environment for an unforgettable safari ...

Madikwe Safari Lodge
Set in a malaria-free reserve, 20 suites overlook the game-filled plains of the Madikwe Game Reserve ...

Letaba Elephant Hall
An elephant museum that covers the evolution of elephants, their biology, behaviour, and ecology ...

Kruger Walking Safari
A wilderness walking safari in a "Big Five" game viewing area, led by armed, professional, experienced guides ...
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Whale Watching in South Africa
The annual migration of the whales (Jun to Nov) allows us to boast exceptional land- and boat-based whale-watching ...

Southern Right Whale
Found in the waters of the Southern Hemisphere. From July to December they approach the coast to calve and feed ...

Grootbos Nature Reserve
Guests experience a world full of outrageous flora, miles of private beaches, and safe encounters with giants of the sea ...

Hermanus Whale Festival
Guests experience a world full of outrageous flora, miles of private beaches, and safe encounters with giants of the sea ...

Close Encounter Cruises
Cruises are conducted on our permitted whale watching vessel, which is licenced to approach whales up to 50 metres ...

Pringle Bay Beach House
A contemporary beach house retreat offering private and luxurious oceanfront accommodation with panoramic views ...

Whale Trail
A 5-day slackpacker trail. Awe-inspiring mountain and coastal walking for moderately fit hikers. Booking essential ...

The Whale Route
The Whale Route begins in Cape Town and follows the particularly pretty R44, also known as Clarence Drive, through the Kogelberg ...