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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

"The Roundhouse with a view"
The Roundhouse 1 hour from Cape Town is nestled in between fynbos and below the mountain. With 180 degrees views of the mountain and the sea, it is a stage set for tranquility and to unwind and experience the beauty of the area. The beach and a quaint village close by, offers everything you need. There are amazing walks. The area has the most beautiful coastline in the Western cape and also boasts with the richest floral kingdom in the world. Perfect for remote working with ± 30 MBPS Wi-Fi.

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.

The Lookout at Froggy Farm
Just a few minutes walk from the beautiful False Bay beaches, The Lookout is a mezzanine level house with breathtaking views sitting in a quiet part of Simon's Town. Next to and with access to the iconic Froggy Farm, it is just the place for a relaxing stay away from the crowds. With a dedicated work area and 100mbps fibre, it is also perfect for escaping the city yet remaining connected for a peaceful remote working experience. Ideally suited for couples or families with children.

Heidi's Child, 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.

The Hide Away - Romantic Cottage to Watch Whales!
Smell the ocean, breathe in incredible views and never leave this most secret special hideaway. If you want a rustic albeit sometimes windy escape to restore your soul then it's for you. Please note you need to go down (and back up) 90 stairs to the property. We keep it simple but cosy with a snuggly reading corner, outside deck chairs and fireplace. please read the full description as people either love it or dislike it depending on their expectations.

Solitude Cottage
Solitude Cottage is one of 5 unique A-Frame cottages situated within a private nature reserve with spectacular views of the Langeberg Mountains. About an hour and a half from Cape Town, near the Nuy valley, Amandalia farm is home to Saggy Stone Brewery, it delivers as it's name suggests - peace and quiet. Embrace the quiet of the reserve, relaxing in the hottub and watching game drinking at the private waterhole

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!

Hidden Leaf Cottage
Hidden Leaf Cottage is tucked away and surrounded by beautiful indigenous forest & bush. All of our properties at Hidden Leaf have been setup in way that offer complete privacy & seclusion. As you enter the space, you will feel the outside world melt away. You won't see another person, structure, or anything else but nature, making it the perfect place to detach, relax and recharge.

Stone Pine Cottage, Hout Bay
The stone & wood cottage nestles in a wild garden, the bay, beach and village just a kilometer away. The previous owner, a bachelor in his day, used to entertain girl-friends here – and romance still rules in the one-roomed stone cottage, where the mezzanine bedroom has mountain and sea views.

Breathe the Ocean Air at a Charming Beach Cottage
Send a text / whats app and I will respond as soon as I can Wind-protected Boulders Beach is world-famous and home to penguins. Take a relaxing walk along the scenic Willis Walk boardwalk and watch them in their natural habitat. Watch out for the southern right whales from June to November.
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