Olive Farm
The Karoo desert holds a special kind of African charm. Far from the concrete and hurry of urban life, this expanse of space, bountiful earth and seemingly infinite sky offers its guests an unrivalled tranquility. In the heart of this thriving landscape rests Olive Farm, a 1600 hectare olive oil-producing farm. With the original farmhouses’ foundations dating […]
Jonkmanshof
There are some homeowners who effortlessly weave a rich story through the style and character of their home’s wares, who create a narrative for their houses to sing to those who wonder through their open doors. Indeed, the owners, have spun a Cape Dutch fairy tale in the rustic and infinitely charming form of Jonkmanshof, […]
Maison Noir
To enter the front door of Maison Noir, on the Atlantic Seaboard, one first traverses a wooden boardwalk straddling two ponds filled with koi…and a sense of ease begins to permeate. There is an open-sided verandah in front of you as you step inside, a space which immediately brings to mind the words ‘yoga’ and […]
Noordhoek Beach House
This classic wooden beach house has just spectacular Southern Peninsula views. The dunes, Noordhoek’s long long beach, the sea, Chapman’s Peak and the Silvermine mountains. You are spoilt for choice! The simple and very contemporary white and silver interiors open out to extensive balau decks, ideal for BBQ’s and entertaining. There is a large, peaceful […]
Penhill Fruit Barn
It’s rare to find a country retreat as unique and authentic as Penhill. A scenic 90-minute drive away from Cape Town, you’ll spot its towering twin palms long before the outcrop of white-washed buildings set on endless emerald lawns comes into view. It is nothing short of an oasis in the ruggedly beautiful Nuy Valley, […]
Samara
Enjoy a family friendly safari in the heart of the Great Karoo Samara Karoo Reserve’s vast, malaria-free wilderness in the Eastern Cape is not only home to the endangered cheetah but three safari lodges: The Manor, the recently refurbed Karoo Lodge and the tented Plains Camp. ‘We fell totally in love with this beautiful part […]
Silver Bay Villa
The dune setting of this fabulous thatch roofed luxury villa slopes down to a pristine empty beach on Stompneus Baai, one of the West Coasts best kept secrets. Not only is it secluded, but tidal rock pools and large granite boulders in the shallows make it a perfect recreational beach for paddling and exploring the […]
Summerhill
If you have dreamed of finding a place where you can get away from it all, relax and unwind and leave the cares of the world behind, Summerhill is that perfect spot. Perched perfectly atop its very own sand dune stretching down onto the sand with blue horizons forever, and the perfume of the green […]
The Cove
The Cove otherwise known as the James Bond house is just a thrill to stay in! Designed by Greg Truen of Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Associates. As you take your first step onto the landing at The Cove the cinematic eagle eye views of the Knysna Cliffs stretch out before you, framed by the raw […]
The Homestead at Oldenburg
The Homestead is situated on the independent family winery at Oldenburg Vineyards about 1 hour from Cape Town. The family are the custodians of a small corner of Stellenbosch, tucked away in the mountains in an area known as Banghoek, on what is believed to be some of the finest terroir in South Africa, with […]
At the Beach
This perfect beach hideaway is beautifully situated on the beach, ideal for those who want to catch the early morning surf. Relax on the deck watching the dolphins play. This architect-designed (Johan du Toit), beautiful house will give you a wonderful break from your busy lifestyle at any time of the year. Muted earthy tones […]
The Point
If you have decided on The Point beach house in Kommetjie, Southern Peninsula, you have already said yes to fun, sun and a getaway like no other. Pack your sunscreen, your swimsuit and your sunglasses and get ready to relax on the deck with a glass of award-winning Cape wine and enjoy the uninterrupted sea-views. […]
The Rafters
Artist’s Chalk The Southern Peninsula specialises in exceeding expectations, with Kalk Bay delivering in terms of charm and authenticity and The Rafters bringing the final chef’s kiss in wit and whimsy. Who isn’t over those pretentiously minimalist, pale-palated Southern Peninsula villas, where it’s de rigueur to eat only neutral hued food and where parents are […]
Boulders Cottage
Southern Empress The Southern Peninsula specialises in superabundance and along its craggy outline historic maritime Simon’s Town plays host to the delightful Boulders Cottage. Loving Boulders Cottage is so easy, its white washed facade with shutter clad half arch windows, wild olive trees and crunchy pebble paths is initially reminiscent of a sleepy, sunbasking South […]
Clifton Bungalow 47
Clifton Bungalow is a feet up on the sofa, sandy feet allowed seashore home on the edge of the Atlantic Seaboard Ocean on Cape Town’s Clifton Fourth Beach. Conditioned by a sea breeze and with the best possible views of the Ocean, it is the Perfect beach Hideaway. Once you’ve wound yourself down the narrow […]
Elephant Lodge
Described by a recent visitor as ‘7-star perfection’, Elephant Lodge, in a prime spot on the banks of the game-rich Sabie River, is a real treasure. It falls within the 290-hectare Elephant Point private estate bordering the world-famous Kruger National Park and neighbouring the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, which means it is not only ideally […]