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Sea & Mountain Retreat, Hout Bay CT
Stunningly appointed, incredible view, I could not fault this place. Very comfortable and spacious with everything you could possibly need. Beautiful big basket of fruit and bottle of sparkling wine waiting on arrival and kitchen stocked with great coffee, tea and fresh milk. Eva and Tommy were very friendly and responsive hosts. I highly recommend this place and will most definitely be back. Thanks Eva

Artist's Attic Self Catering Cottage
We stayed at the beautiful Artists Attic over the easter holidays, and let’s just say: it was simply amazing! You can see how much love went into this house and the outside area. Chris and Debbie made us feel welcome from the first interaction. Our highlight was the sunset hike with Chris, their daughter and the dogs - amazing views and great stories from a local perspective. A nice little touch was the easter egg hunt they set up for us. Thank you again for everything, it was a pleasure getting to stay at this wonderful place.

Self Catering Suite in Durbanville, Cape Town
We had a very comfortable stay. The house is spacious and we particularly valued the secure off street parking which fitted our overlanding vehicle. Stewart and Denise are lovely hosts and very quick to respond to any requests.
Live Like a Local: Garden Studio @23
Lovely apartment in quiet wonderful area. Gerhard is a really friendly and helpful host.

Stroll to the Beach from a Central Camps Bay Apartment
Fantastic week at Kevin’s place. Did all of the things we could in Cape Town during our stay and will definitely book again! Thank you!

BOUTIQUE ROOM 1 lush luxurious cosy Spoil yourself
Wonderfully place, can’t wait to return. Janet made me feel right at home.

Noordhoek Beach Road Gettaway
Easy access to some spectacular scenery- Noordhoek Beach and Chapmans Peak Drive. Very close to good brewery and restaurants. Carolyn’s a friendly and responsive host with helpful local knowledge. We would stay again.

Karoo Country Style Guest suite
Sharon was a gracious host, we felt right at home. The place is homely and SUPER clean, comfortable and well worth your money. Thank you Sharon for making us feel welcome. I can really recommend this spot.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Stylishly renovated cottage
Heinz’s place is a perfect base to explore the wineries around Paarl, Franschoek and Stellenbosch. Paarl has many excellent restaurants and an abundance of nature trails. We only stayed one night on our way into Cape Town this time but we will be back to enjoy more of what Paarl has to offer! Heinz cottage is spotlessly clean, well thought out and he has thought of everything a guest may need - highly recommend this stunning cottage!

My House | Cottage Hideaway
We had a lovely stay! Robyn and Jaco were both friendly and welcoming. The place was nicely decorated, clean, and had everything you needed. There were complimentary biscuits, coffee pods, and firewood, which were thoughtful touches. I highly recommend staying here. For fellow dog owners, it’s worth noting that while the space is dog-friendly, there are some areas where pets aren't allowed, such as the living area and bedroom. Dogs are only allowed in the kitchen passage, braai nook, and the garden/lawn area (if supervised).

Cozy 1 bedroom Beachside Suite in Wilderness
I stayed the night when I was travelling to Cape Town. Shantal was very accommodating and promptly helped me inside and showed me the basics of the unit. Suzi the dog was also very friendly and chilled out, enjoyed greeting her whenever I left/came back to my room. I had some car trouble on my way, and Shantal recommended a fantastic mechanic who sorted my problem in no time. Couldn’t recommend more and will definitely be staying again on future trips!

Agave Garden Cottage
Absolutely loved my stay at Sue and Kevin’s place in Riebeek Wes! The decor is stunning, with beautiful touches that make the space feel warm and inviting. I appreciated the privacy, which made for a peaceful getaway. Sue and Kevin were incredibly responsive and went above and beyond to ensure an unforgettable stay. Highly recommend this lovely retreat!

The Rigel Retreat
Exactly as advertised. Close to everything, nice and private. Very functional! Nadine is quick to respond to any request or question. Great stay.

Garden Cottage on Cherry Lane with beach access
This is our second stay at Mark and Karen's quaint cottage. We had friends from Australia staying with us and they absolutely loved the position and the fact that we could walk straight onto the beach to witness the sardines arrive at the Pennington Skiboat Club, within easy walking distance from the cottage. Thanks to Neil, who met us on our arrival and was always helpful and available on his cell phone. We will definitely be back!

Rivers Edge - Luxury Studio
Beautiful place in a quiet area with all the amenities you would want, including broadband wifi. Friendly, helpful and attentive host. We could not find even one thing we would have liked to be different. We highly recommend this stay to anyone looking for value for money.

The Perfect Plettenberg Stay
We had a wonderful stay at Lyn’s place! The apartment was incredibly tastefully decorated — every detail was thoughtfully chosen and made us feel right at home. Lyn was an outstanding host, always helpful and caring, and we truly appreciated her kindness. It was also great to have access to laundry facilities during our stay, which made things so much easier. The location is perfect too, with the Robberg Nature Reserve just around the corner. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
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Sandstone Retreat
We stayed here from 31 May to 9 June for our wedding anniversary and my husband's birthday, and it was such a lovely experience. The view of the mountains and sunset was breathtaking, and the garden view added a peaceful touch. The jacuzzi was a great bonus. Although the place was smaller than I expected, it was cozy, cute, and perfect for us. We loved the wireless chargers on both sides of the bed, soft linen and towels, and the little bistro table outside. It was such a thoughtful touch to have the heater and electric blanket on before our arrival—the room was warm and welcoming. The fresh fruit and drinks in the fridge were appreciated, especially having something cold to drink and milk for coffee. The kitchen had all the basics like sugar and coffee, so we only had to bring clothes and groceries. A peaceful, romantic spot with all the comforts you could need. Highly recommended.

Perfect contained room
I've had a great stay at Frances's house. The location is the best in Johannesburg, it's very close to Zoo Lake (which is very beautiful for walkings and watching birds), Rosebank Mall (shopping center and restaurants, a lot of coffeeshops). Besides, this area is quiet and safe for tourists. And it was such a pleasure to meet Frances. If you're interested in South African culture, art, life in Johannesburg - this is the best place for you to stay with Frances. Thank you for the accommodation and all the help from you! Johannesburg is one of me favorite cities now.

OFF GRID Beat the Blues
I had a wonderful 3-night stay at Beat The Blues. Pieter and Karin’s hospitality was outstanding - I really appreciated that they’d left me milk, rusks, coffee etc as well as some toiletries. I felt really cared for! The room was spotless and very comfortable. It’s in a beautiful, quiet location close to local amenities. Communication was Karin was excellent - I knew exactly where to go and check in was easy. This is a great value stay and I’ll definitely be back when passing through George. Thanks!

Relax in a clean modern, comfortable Apartment
We had a few lovely days-the location was quiet and peaceful (which is what I needed) with good views and the flat was comfortable, clean and well appointed. The hosts were communicative and flexible, even offering us early check in and late check out. A pleasure to deal with! I would recommend this place. Thank you for having us to stay!

Largo House self catering suite
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay .. the cottage is tastefully furnished, spotlessly clean and is situated in a beautiful part of Cape Town with mountain views and easy access to scenic walks. Beverley is a thoughtful and charming host. The fresh milk and yoghurts, the fruit, the cereal, rusks and muffins were totally unexpected and greatly appreciated .. a lovely touch. I have already booked my next stay.

pretty garden cottage
Sally is a friendly lady. Her place is suitable and comfortable enough for me as it has mini kitchen with all necessary stuff. She has a nice garden with blooming flowers and chirping birds calling it home every morning. Walking distance to grocery and fast food, nice neighborhood.

Workspace with screen, Private Courtyard
We had a lovely stay at Christina’s place! She is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made us feel right at home. The apartment is a true haven—comfortable, peaceful, and beautifully set up. We especially appreciated the courtyard, which was perfect for our dog, Rupert, to enjoy. We only stayed for one night, but we’ll definitely be back again. Highly recommended!

Serenity 465
Chris and Jackie are amazing hosts. It feels like staying with old friends. They are always available when needed. The flat is very nice and comfortable with many fine personal touches. The location is peaceful with amazing sunsets and a starry sky like I’ve never seen before.
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