If you’re planning to take a weekend off from the hustle and bustle of the Mother City, here are 23 getaways near Cape Town you should consider. One of them could just be that much-needed escape you’ve been longing for.
Please note that the prices below are subject to change at each establishment’s discretion and should serve as a comparative guide only. Check with each establishment before making a booking.
Weekend getaways near Cape Town
1. Arumvale Country Lodge, Swellendam
Price: From R850 per person per night.
Travel time from Cape Town: 2 hours 25 minutes
The Rustic Cottage at Arumvale is the sort of place where you could bunker down for the long haul. Although it’s small (it’s a converted labourer’s cottage), you have the best view of Swellendam’s Hermitage Valley through double doors at the foot of the bed, which makes it seem spacious. The cottage is one cosy room with an adjoining bathroom and a two-plate gas stove – perfect for two. If you’re looking for more space, head 30 metres up the hill to the two-storey Anneline Suite. It sleeps four, and the mezzanine bedroom has a terrace that offers more jaw-dropping views.
Field and Fork (tel 028 514 3430), in Swellendam’s heritage area, is a five-minute drive away and is worth a visit just to see the building, which forms part of the Drostdy Museum. The seasonal menu changes every few weeks, but you can count on delicious food and great service. Taste berry liqueurs at the nearby Wildebraam Berry Estate (tel 028 514 3132) or explore the trails that meander into the kloof from your front door.
Note: There’s no electricity, but there is LED lighting and a hot-cold-hot-cold gas shower.
Contact: Tel 02 5143545, arumvale.com
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2. KolKol Mountain Lodge, Bot River
Price: From R1,980 a night for two guests (mid-week) and R2,100 a night for two guests (weekends)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour
As you ascend the gravel Van der Stel Pass just beyond Bot River, there’s no expecting the beauty that awaits at KolKol Mountain Lodge. The log cabins look out over an expansive fynbos valley (part of Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve) and you’ll seldom be aware of other guests when you lie back in the hot tub on the porch and drink in the undisturbed quiet. Fitted with handmade furniture, a gas stove and a braai outside, the cabins are rustic but have all the necessary comforts – even the wood is chopped, piled and ready to be lit.
Take your pick from one of the four cabins (sleep four to 10 people) or the tent set up high on the hill. If you’re a couple or a small family, Bugsy’s snug character will charm your shoes off. Although it sleeps four, the upstairs loft is intended for two kids (with mattresses on the floor). Breathe in the fresh fynbos aromas through the bedroom’s large windows, before sinking into the king-sized bed.
The kitchens are fully equipped, but if you head out for lunch, Gabriëlskloof Wine Estate (tel 028 284 9865), 15 kilometres away, will give you 10 percent off your bill if you take along your cabin key. The three-kilometre nature trail that runs from the cabins is a great way to explore the surroundings. A map of the trail accompanies your welcome note.
Contact: Tel 0282849406, kolkol.co.za
3. Suikerbossie, Riebeek Kasteel
Price: From R600 per person per night
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour
The proximity of this eight-sleeper guest house to Riebeek Kasteel’s top restaurants and wineries keeps you in touch with the town’s slow pulse, which really only beats three times a day during mealtimes. Sitting on the wrap-around stoep will take you back to the 1920s, but the interior is modern with retro touches such as a lime-green Smeg fridge. Bedrooms are en-suite (three with walk-in showers) and open to the garden and pool. The living area is open plan with the kitchen and dining area leading into a comfortable lounge, which has a stovepipe fireplace.
Riebeek Kasteel is a foodie utopia with a range of cafes, bistros and restaurants. Cafe Felix (tel 022 448 1170) serves gourmet slow-roasted pork belly and ravioli in a quiet courtyard setting under oak trees, while the Pleasant Pheasant Pub and Restaurant (tel 022 461 2170) has a playground and is great for families. Venture into the mountains on the two-hour scenic Carl Thunberg Trail. Buy permits from the tourism office for R20 a person. If it’s tastings you’re after, don’t miss Kloovenburg’s Shiraz and olives and Allesverloren’s Port. Need to know: The annual olive festival takes place on the first weekend of May.
Contact: 0742068131 (8am -5pm) Email: [email protected]
Also read: 20 things to do in Riebeek Kasteel
4. The Country Guesthouse, Stellenbosch
Price: Table Mountain View units and Garden Cottages from R2,320 (sleeps two), Family suites from R2,636 (sleeps four)
Travel time from Cape Town: 40 minutes
Operated by Winelands restaurant favourite, 96 Winery Road, The Country Guesthouse is newly renovated and offers several bargain-priced units for families. The rambling grounds conceal excellent nooks and crannies for exciting games of hide and seek and the family-friendly restaurant next door also boasts a nice jungle gym.
Contact: Tel 0218422945, thecountryguesthouse.co.za
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5. Windtown South Africa, Langebaan
Price: B&B from R1,300 a night for a double room
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 30 minutes
Windtown South Africa is a boutique hotel based on a simple concept: holidays that are centred on Langebaan’s two favourite sports: kite- and windsurfing. And what better location than two blocks from the lagoon? (The original Windtown is in Brazil and the owners found the West Coast town the perfect fit for number two.) When you’re not on the water, rooms open onto a sheltered courtyard and sociable pool area (if you want a bit more privacy, book a room on the top level). Inside, the walls are simply washed in dark brown and beige with natural wood and striking red lamps adding character. It’s not overly fancy and the painted screed floors are easy to clean if you tread sea sand into the room (as you should on such an outdoorsy holiday – the on-site shop rents and sells all sorts of watersports gear). Windtown’s Breeze restaurant is a top dinner choice among locals – book a table when checking in to avoid being turned away. The catch of the day is the obvious choice, but the Asian prawn curry bursts with flavour.
Contact: Tel 0227721064, windtown-sa.com
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6. Aloe Ridge, Swellendam
Price: From R995 to R2,525 a four-sleeper house a night, depending on the season
Travel time from Cape Town: 2 hours 25 minutes
With its high ceilings, open-plan living areas, floor-to-ceiling windows and private pool decks overlooking the Breede River, Aloe Ridge is beautiful.
A cobbled pathway leads up to the entrances of the five newly built houses that rest on a ridge overlooking the river, near Swellendam. Inside, the richly textured stone and wood surfaces and sleek furnishings create an elegant, earthy atmosphere without feeling cold and grandiose. The two en-suite bedrooms flank the living area on either side, giving you a degree of privacy. Comfy beds (choose a double or two singles) and large cupboards will make you feel at home, and there are luxurious touches such as the walk-in indoor shower, outside shower (leading off the bathrooms), and big baths. Cooking is a social affair in the modern open-plan kitchen as well as the built-in braai area under the patio, where you’ll find 50 pieces of wood on arrival – once you’ve made the tough choice of dining inside or outside (depending on the weather), it’s down to drawing straws to see who’ll pack the dishwasher. The houses have everything you need for self-catering, but the tap water isn’t drinkable (you’re supplied with 10 litres, so you may need to take extra for an extended stay).
The Breede River area is cold during winter, but nothing the inside fireplace can’t sort out. There’s also DStv, but the real highlight here is watching African fish eagles circling above the river as you swim, kayak or fish in the water.
Contact: Tel 0873540578, aloeridgebreede.co.za
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7. Mountain Mist, Betty’s Bay
Price: From R1,850 a night for the house (sleeps six)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 15 minutes
It’s unusual to say that the best thing about a holiday house is that it’s away from the beach, but that’s exactly what sets Mountain Mist apart from many of the other options in Betty’s Bay: you’re a little way away from the seaside crowds.
Just over an hour’s drive from Cape Town and close to the country’s whale capital, Hermanus, it’s at the end of a cul-de-sac and tucked in the fynbos against the Kogelberg mountains. All the bedrooms and the lounge in this six-sleeper house have beautiful views and decor is neutral, so you can fully appreciate these panoramas.
Modern amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine, a flat-screen TV with limited DStv and a DVD player. There’s a master en-suite and two rooms that share an adjoining bathroom. The garden with its loungers and cold-water spa bath is a great place to relax if you don’t feel like trekking down to the beach and Mountain Mist is equipped for year-round stays, with a fireplace, electric blankets on all beds and an undercover braai area.
Contact: Tel 0761266912, mountain-mist.co.za
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Also read: Guide to accommodation in Betty’s Bay
8. Kersefontein Guest Farm, Hopefield
Price: From R690 per person per night, with breakfast
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 20 minutes
Dust creeps into your sandals, farmyard cats scuttle under your feet and fresh cowpats adorn the grass. On the banks of the Berg River, Kersefontein is one of the best farm stays in South Africa. A sense of history permeates every nook and cranny of the Cape Dutch farmstead and Julian, an eighth-generation Melck (the family that owns Muratie Wine Estate), is a larger-than-life curator. In the manor house you’ll find the skull of the last Berg River hippo, shot by Martin Melck in 1869. In the formal lounge, an antique cupboard dating back to the late 1700s, a wedding present to Julian’s great-great-grandmother.
The building next to the manor house, the old bakery, has been transformed into an aviation-themed bar where guests gather for a convivial whisky. Later, Julian, lawyer, pilot, farmer, teller-of-stories, brings together guests from all walks of life around a candle-lit table. Rooms are in restored farm buildings and each is decorated in opulent antiques. For views of the lawns and pastures, book the African room. Victorian suites are set in the restored stables and close to a kitchen.
Dinner, although optional (R230 a person), should be compulsory. Plates groan beneath the weight of roasted boar, potatoes and vegetables. Note that dinner is an adults-only affair.
Contact: Tel 0834541025, kersefontein.co.za
9. Stone Cottage at Glen Oakes, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Price: From R1,000 a night per cottage in season and R1,200 per night peak season
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 20 minutes
There’s something very soothing about Stone Cottage on Glen Oakes farm, a cobbled hideaway tucked beneath towering pines about 20 kilometres from Caledon. From the cement stoep, lawns roll towards a private fresh-water rock pool. Next to the water, a wooden deck is the perfect spot for lazy afternoons. There’s no electricity, but the fridge, stove and geyser run off gas and plenty of lanterns are provided. The appeal is in the simplicity of the decor. Cream couches, white linen, stone walls, screed floors… nothing’s pretentious, it’s just exceptionally comfortable and cosy. The cottage sleeps eight in two double bedrooms and two bunks in the living area, but the house is small – eight adults may find it cramped. Camping is also available.
Glen Oakes is a free-range pig farm. Place an order for coppa, parma ham and salami, as well as fresh farm eggs and honey, and you’ll find it in your fridge on arrival.
Mogg’s Country Cookhouse (tel 076 314 0671), about 20 minutes’ drive towards Hermanus, serves a great lamb shank and has a large lawn and jungle gyms for kids. The main attraction in the valley is wine tasting. If you’re short on time, stop at Bouchard Finlayson for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, then move on to Creation for the Syrah.
Contact: Tel 0282122050, glenoakes.co.za
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You can also try any one of these holiday packages and experiences:
- The Royal Livingstone Hotel 5 | From R10 290 per person sharing
- Coin de Mire Attitude Mauritius 3 | From R13 990 per person sharing
- Belmond Eagle Island Lodge, Okavango Delta | From R26 740 per person sharing
- Tarangire Treetops & Zanzibar Combo 5 | From 41 490 per person sharing
- Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar Combo 4 | From R43 990 per person sharing
10. Miskloof Farm, near Ceres
Price: From R2,500 a night for up to six people (R250 a person thereafter)
Travel time from Cape Town: 2 hours
Calling this a secluded farm is an understatement. Without electricity or cellphone reception and surrounded by rocky hills, Miskloof is the kind of hideaway you need to go back to again and again. A large barn has been converted into a 10-sleeper house with an entertainment area that’s great for a group. The quiet encourages you to chill with a book, take a stroll or relax in the terraced lounge. Spend summer days at the pool (a converted reservoir) with loungers overlooking the mountains, or at the sundowner deck, waiting for the purple and orange hues of dusk to make way for night. You won’t have to worry about being left in the dark – sufficient candles and lanterns are provided. There’s an indoor braai area and a kitchen with gas stove and utensils.
Pack all essentials and groceries as the closest eatery is 50 kilometres away in Ceres. There’s a special track for quad biking (take your own quad bikes), as well as mountain-biking and walking routes. Pack a few carrots for the donkeys that pop by.
Note: The gravel road to Miskloof is better suited to high-clearance vehicles. A 4×4 is needed to get to the sundowner deck.
Contact: Tel 0829784965, alisongeeling.wixsite.com/miskloof
11. Oudebosch Eco Cabins, Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
Price: From R1,170 a night for four, plus conservation fees (R40)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 20 minutes
Don’t be misled by the word ‘cabin’ – Oudebosch is far from the teeny, rustic accommodation that may spring to mind. Picture modern, glass and timber houses linked by raised wooden walkways leading to a sparkling swimming pool. The five self-catering units were constructed from renewable materials with little impact on the surrounds. Each has a roof garden and quirky touches such as chandeliers made of recycled bottles add character to the minimalistic rooms. Cabins sleeps four guests each in two bedrooms and bathrooms have a shower, basin and self-composting toilet (you’ll soon get used to not flushing). The lounge, dining room and kitchenette area opens onto a deck or courtyard.
Getting in and out of the reserve to eat at a nearby restaurant is tricky at night as there are no lights, so it’s best to prepare your own meals. To truly appreciate the tranquillity here, open the sliding doors and let the breeze filter through – a treat in the summer heat – or spend an afternoon lazing on the pool deck.
Contact: Tel 0214830190, capenature.co.za
Also read: What to do and where to stay in Hermanus
12. Oewerzicht, Greyton
Price: Cottages from R1,050 a night (sleeps 2, cottages housing up to 8 available)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 50 minutes
The first thing to do when arriving at Oewerzicht is to kick off your shoes, roll up your jeans and wade into the cool waters of the Sonderend River with the family. The variety of accommodation options adds to its charm: a caravan park and campsite on grassy banks, a farmhouse a little further upstream and a cottage on a hill where you can gaze out over the water. However, the safari tents stand out. The trek across the suspension bridge is entirely worth it when you arrive at your tent under the trees, kitted out with beds, kitchenette and outdoor braai. Kids will love playing in the water or on the far-stretching embankments while you sit back and keep an eye on the activity.
All accommodation options are self-catering and every unit and campsite has its own braai. If you feel like a sit-down meal, Greyton is 10 kilometres away and boasts a handful of cafes and restaurants. Take on the 20-kilometre mountain-bike trail that runs through the farm. You can also enjoy a leisurely hike along this route. Most of the trees in the camping area are still too small to create enough shade, so take a canopy.
Contact: Tel 0282549831, oewerzicht.co.za
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13. Lebanon Citrus, Clanwilliam
Price: Cabins from R550 per night (sleeps 2)
Travel time from Cape Town: 2 hours 40 minutes
On the banks of Clanwilliam Dam and fringed by orange trees, the cottage, cabins and campsites at Lebanon Citrus are the perfect launching pads for a fun weekend on the water. The air-conditioned self-catering cottage has two furnished bedrooms (main en-suite) that sleep up to six people, with an open-plan kitchen. The four cosy wooden cabins are fully furnished with a rustic feel. Each has a bricked braai and a small lawn and there’s an ablution block nearby (only one has a private toilet and shower). The demarcated campsites have soft, grassy lawns with electricity points and braais. All are north facing and get direct sun throughout the day, so take extra shading. Campsites eight and nine have the most shade and are closest to the washing basins.
It’s water sports galore on the dam and there’s a conveniently located slipway to launch boats and jet skis.
Don’t follow Google maps as it directs you to a dead-end in Clanwilliam. Rather take the Algeria/Cederberg turn-off – it’s quicker. Wood and ice is sold at reception, but there are no shops nearby so take all your food along. There are many places to stay around Clanwilliam Dam, but Lebanon Citrus’s simple, down-to-earth atmosphere and accommodation on the water’s edge is most appealing.
Contact: Tel 0274822508, lebanon.co.za
14. Indigo Blue, Langebaan
Price: From R5,300 per unit (sleeps up to 8 people) off-season, from R5,950 peak season.
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 30 minutes
The real treat at this Langebaan getaway is that the water’s edge is just 10 metres from the front door, with the lounge, wooden deck and outdoor dining platform looking straight onto the lagoon. If you’re not relaxing in one of the hammocks at the braai area, opt for kayaking or swimming or browse the ceiling-to-floor bookshelf and relax on comfy couches with a view of the water. Beamed ceilings, wooden floors and walls adorned with surfboards are coupled with country-style decor and furniture from yesteryear. The house sleeps six in three double rooms and can accommodate two more on single beds.
Although the kitchen is fully equipped, Die Strandloper (tel 022 772 2490) seafood restaurant should be on your to-do list. The no-fuss set-up is the perfect setting for laid-back dining. It will set you back R235 a person, but you can eat as much as you like (only the crayfish is limited).
The house has two kayaks for guests to use at no charge. The water is drinkable, but may not be to your taste. Fill your own bottles at the Spar for R1 a litre. With a safe swimming beach just off your doorstep and a porch with gorgeous views, you’ll have a hard time finding a better summer getaway for this price.
Contact: Tel 0216833698, gravity.co.za
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15. Old Mac Daddy, Elgin Valley
Price: From R1,895 a night for a two-sleeper trailer, from R3,895 a night for Daddy’s Villa (sleeps 6)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour
Scattered on a hill surrounded by the Elgin Valley orchards are 12 shiny silver Airstream trailers. With names like For ‘Better or For Boerewors’ and ‘Yellow Submarine’, each oozes character, with decor and colour schemes as elaborate as the next. The plush Mills and Boon trailer is bound to stir up the provocative in you and pink velvet curtains, cushioned walls and prints of good-looking couples may inspire you to read one of the classic romance novels stacked under the (very pink) couch. The trailers are cleverly designed to offer a surprising amount of space. Two are perched beside the dam, with outdoor decks and bathrooms inside. The other 10 are connected to a private bathroom, elevated balcony and living area where two kids can sleep on couches.
The on-site restaurant serves woodfired pizzas and the seasonal grills and pastas are divine. Alternatively, enjoy an afternoon braai beside the pool. Hire a fishing rod (R50) to catch and release bass in the dam at the foot of the hill. All products in the bathrooms are eco-friendly and shower water is recycled. Wooden walkways between the trailers and the restaurant cause as little possible disturbance to the natural surroundings.
Contact: Tel 0218440241, oldmacdaddy.co.za
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16. Thali-Thali Game Lodge, Langebaan
Price: Self-catering chalets from R1,080 (sleeps 3)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 25 minutes
Celebrate spring with a visit to the fynbos-coated Thali Thali Game Reserve. Just 110 kilometres from Cape Town, the reserve is home to giraffe, red hartebeest and various other animals. The small team of staff will make you feel right at home – even the resident ostrich will welcome you by pecking around your front door in the mornings. Luxury tents, perfect for a romantic break, are slightly removed from the entertainment area and have a kitchenette, electricity, hot water and flush toilets. Tents three and four boast particularly impressive views – make the most of these by getting up early to watch the sunrise from your private deck. Closer to the restaurant and pool, you’ll find equipped self-catering houses. These stone units are small, with low ceilings, but offer a cosy stay for a small family.
The on-site restaurant offers a small range of burgers, salads and local delicacies. Morning game drives are worth the early alarm call, but if you feel like sleeping in, arrange a mid-morning drive.
The wind picks up in the afternoons, so the views from the restaurant’s outside area are best enjoyed before lunch. The same goes for game drives. The reserve has more than enough hectares of fynbos to play backdrop to a weekend of romance or peaceful solitude.
Contact: Tel 0823728637, thalithali.co.za
17. River Goose Campsite, Bonnievale
Price: R580 per cabin (2 people sharing)
Travel time from Cape Town: 2 hours 15 minutes
River Goose Campsite is just over two hours from Cape Town, on the Eureka farm on the banks of the Breede River. Guests can choose between eight campsites and all of them are on grass. All the sites share an ablution block with flush toilets, showers and hot water. A shop, wood and braai facilities are available and campers can enjoy fishing, swimming, canoeing or bird-watching. If you are up for more, you can visit the Marloth Nature Reserve near Swellendam, Soekershof in Robertson which has 10 hectares of mazes formed by plants. It’s pet-friendly too!
Contact: Tel 0827595727 rivergoosecampsite.co.za
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18. Nerina Guest Farm, Robertson
Price: Private Bushcamp R300 per unit, self-catering units from R900 per night (sleeps 4)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 45 minutes
Nerina Guest Farm is situated on the banks of the Breede River, 15km from Robertson and around 150km from Cape Town. The Summer Bush Camp comprises five semi-permanent units on the banks of the Breede River. There is no electricity, but each unit has its own chemical toilet and a shower. There is also a lapa equipped for cooking or braaing. Nerina has various accommodations which include the Manor House, the genuine old farmhouse, a B&B room, a rondavel and the Summer Bush Camp. The farm offers an interesting variety of activities such as horse-riding, trails and lovely breakfast, lunch and dinner cruises which can be booked on request.
Contact: Tel 0828234231 nerinaguestfarm.com
19. Bo-Bakkies Self-Catering, Paternoster
Price: From R1,350 a unit, sleeping two
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 40 minutes
Bo-Bakkies Self-Catering is situated in one of the West Coast’s most attractive towns, Paternoster, 150km from Cape Town. This white-washed fisherman cottage on the stone ridge above the beach offers the best views in Paternoster. Browse through one of the local shops, experience the true West Coast hospitality at one of the restaurants, visit nearby towns such as Riebeek Kasteel, Darling and Tietiesbaai, local wineries, the West Coast Fossil Park near Hopefield or consider spending a day in the West Coast National Park.
Contact: Tel 0827071523, or book through SafariNow.
20. Pomegranate Cottage, Citrusdal
Price: From R800 a person a night sharing
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 50 minutes
Pomegranate Cottage is about two hours from Cape Town and offers two Spacious bedrooms both with en suite bathrooms. For the winter times warm up the room with the panel heater or turn on the air-con in summer. Take a step down from the terrace to a wide open lawn which leads to a private timber deck on the dam. You also might consider driving 5km down the road to a little known spot with brilliant views over the Swartland escarpment and a spot for braaing. Alternatively, leave the keys behind and cycle the 1.5km down to the charming Kardoesie coffee shop.
Contact: Tel 0832605071, pomegranatecottage.co.za
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21. Los Olivos At The Yard, Franschhoek
Price: From R2,400 a night (sleeps two)
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour
Los Olivos At The Yard welcomes you into the centre of the charming and historic village of Franschhoek (roughly 75km from Cape Town). These penthouses are luxuriously decorated and comfortably furnished in African colonial style. They are fully equipped for self-catering purposes including a fridge, oven, microwave,and cooking utensils. Both penthouses have fireplaces and extra comforts include heated bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, fluffy gowns and hot water bottles. Visit the Huguenot Monument, go wine tasting or attend the well-known ‘Chocolate Experience’ programme held at the Huguenot Fine Chocolates in Main Road.
Contact: Tel 0218762963, losolivos.co.za
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22. Platbos Log Cabins, Rawsonville
Price: R1,540 a night (sleeps two), R430 a night for extra guests
Travel time from Cape Town: 1 hour 20 minutes
Platbos is situated in a magnificent secret valley on the slopes of the Slanghoek Mountains 90km from Cape Town. Platbos Log Cabins are three private and secluded self-catering wooden cabins overlooking Slanghoek Valley and are ideal for a romantic or relaxing getaway. Each log cabin features an open-plan kitchen and living area, two bedrooms with queen-size beds, and a loft area with two single beds. The cabins utilise gas, solar and battery power only, and a gas barbecue is provided on the veranda. The Slanghoek Valley is the perfect setting for fly fishing, bird-watching, hiking to a waterfall or the fynbos trail, swimming or mountain-biking. You can even spend the entire weekend on the porch looking out over the beautiful scenery.
Contact: Tel 023 344 3138, platboslogcabins.co.za
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23. 5 Mountain Lodge and Spa, Wellington
Price: From R1,380 per cottage per night, with breakfast, afternoon tea and a spa treatment included.
Travel time from Cape Town: 45 minutes
5 Mountain Lodge and Spa is a 4-star elegant country retreat, only 45 minutes from Cape Town, set in the historic Bainskloof Pass amongst beautiful gardens and working vineyards. Guests can choose between light and airy cottages with private verandas, or the luxurious suite with its own private courtyard garden. All rooms have air-conditioning and DStv. Guests can combine sumptuous country living with sightseeing, wine tours, mountain-biking, horse-riding or simply relax by the pool. The Spa caters for up to 12 guests per day, and whilst revelling in the wide range of treatments on offer, guests can enjoy the tranquillity of the spa’s garden, pull up a sun-lounger on the beautiful green lawns, or just relax on the stoep.
Contact: Tel 0218643409, 5mountainslodge.com
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