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The Lookout - BEST views in the heart of Cape Town
THE BEST VIEWS - in the middle of Cape Town's CBD. The Lookout is a pristine 62 sqm, 1.5 bedroom top floor apartment in the heart of Cape Town's CBD, with the rare quadruple view - enjoy uninterrupted views of the entire city bowl, Table Mountain, Lion's Head and the Harbour Bay. All just within 500m walking distance to the town centre. Tastefully decorated with top-end, pristine finishes and filled with art and greenery, The Lookout offers you a unique experience in Cape Town you won't forget.

SUGARBIRD HOUSE EDENVELDT FARM
I have decided to rent out my personal farm house\ guest house to happy road trippers seeking solitude and a peaceful surrounding. The house is within a valley surrounded by 48 hectares of open land,beautiful mountain (cederberg) backdrops and a river with three natural swimming areas within walking distance of the guest house and the place include a 25m lap pool right in front of the veranda! Oh and plenty of clean breathable air :). There is one full sized bed so its best suited for couples.

Nature's Dome
Escape to nature in a unique way with our secluded, forest getaway. Nestled in the heart of an indigenous forest in the Garden Route, our dome offers a perfect blend of luxury and wilderness. Our Dome is beautifully designed for comfort, with the indulgent outdoor living space blending seamlessly with nature encouraging guests to reconnect, relax and rejuvenate. As much as we would love to welcome all, the setting isn't child friendly and definitely offers a more wonderful getaway for two.

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.

Hidden gem in the heart of the winelands..
A little forest in the heart of the Winelands cuddles this secret gem #jangroentjiecottage close to a dam fed by the fynbos covered Helderberg. a Selfcatering hideaway that sleeps two with a fireplace, braai and a woodfired hottub. Within walking distance from Taaibosch, Pink Valley and Avontuur Wine and stud farm. Just across the R44 Ken Forrester Wines is luring. For the outdoor enthusiasts Helderberg provide trails for hiking and mtbiking and our dam covers swimming, rowing and sundowners.

Hillandale Hideaway - a modern cabin near Plett
The Hideaway at Hillandale is a modern and totally off grid cabin tucked away in the forest with complete privacy and spectacular forest and mountain views! Enjoy amazing birdlife, tranquility and beautiful walks. Feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, but only 5 minutes to stunning beaches, 10 minutes from Plett , the Crags, Plett Winelands and a host of amazing wildlife places! With so much to keep you busy locally, it is a treat to come back to the Hideaway and feel away from it all!

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.

River House - Luxury Cabin -Private Beach access
🪷The Riverhouse is where luxury meets raw nature. Set in Ballots Bay’s untouched reserve, it offers designer comfort, forest views, river sounds, and private beach access. Hike, fish, relax, and reconnect. This peaceful escape is remote, so come prepared—shops are a drive away. Perfect for couples and families seeking serenity and style. As E.M. Forster said, “What is the good of your stars... if they do not enter into our daily lives?” Let them in—book your stay.🪷

Stunning location! Heated Pool, Nature, Clifftop!
Backup power supply. 4.4m x 2.4m heated pool. The house is set in a dramatic location perched 60m above the ocean, with endless ocean views. Set in a 94 hectare private , safe reserve, walks and hikes from the front door, come and experience nature in luxury. Whales/Dolphins/wildlife/ stars! 24 hour security 15 minutes to George Mall, 20km from George Airport. The house has 180 degree views over the Ocean, with fresh clean air and the sound of the ocean below.

Perfect escape farm
Open plan modern cabin located in a natural forest with magnificent mountain views. Enjoy lounging on the sundeck or cool down in your own private plunge pool right in front of your bedroom! Big glass panel sliding doors open up the space to get you even closer to nature. The kitchenette is equipped with a gas hob, kettle, microwave and nespresso coffee machine. The sun terrace with braai area and sunloungers offers uninterrupted mountain views.

The Owl House - Mountainside bungalow, Muizenberg
Sleep in the trees in a unique retreat overlooking False Bay. Perched on the Muizenberg Mountain-side, the Owl House offers guests a unique garden stay with a distinct tree-house feel and is a short walk away from the buzz of Muizenberg village and its famous beachfront. The self-contained 30m2, solar-powered bungalow is separate from the main house, with a kitchenette, work and dining space, & uncapped fibre, making it perfect for WFH.

Mountain Magic 2 “Sweet Retreat”
Simple, light , warm, north facing converted 12 m container. Nestled on a 6 hectare headland with unparalleled views of the ocean and stunning Outeniqua mountain range. Close to rivers, lagoons, ocean and indigenous forest. Paragliding paradise with a registered site on the property. Decades of local surf knowledge and experience. Happy to point you in the best direction to score something special! We have an abundance of fantastic spots!
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