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Image 17 of 36 from gallery of Swartberg House / Openstudio Architects. Photograph by Richard Davies

From mountain hideaways to smalltown escapes, these wonderful weekend getaways offer the perfect opportunity to savour the majesty of the Cape.

How about a blissful Karoo Hideaway in the rugged mountains near Montagu in the most beautiful Out-of-Africa style cabin and luxury safari tent?

Pack your Wellies, and get ready to explore our pick of winter getaways in the Cape. Fires at night, with red wine, hot choc and blankets? Obviously!

The Western Cape has an abundance of nature getaways. All of these cottages and cabins are set in beautiful surroundings, either on farms or nature reserves which allows for disconnecting from the urban craziness and a chance to enjoy Mother Nature.

From mountain hideaways to smalltown escapes, these wonderful weekend getaways offer the perfect opportunity to savour the majesty of the Cape.

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Maison Hugo is a beautifully preserved and charming Victorian cottage that will enchant you the minute you lay eyes on it.

Koningsfontein lies on the banks of the beautiful GouKou River 7km upstream from the mouth and beaches of the seaside town of Stilbaai.

Badenhorst Farm Cottage is set on a glorious, small and exclusive wine farm situated deep in the Swartland between Malmesbury and Wellington.

Location is everything when up the West Coast, and Azure quite possibly boasts one of the best positions directly on the beach.

Built from Larch & Spruce wood, this sunny, beautifully appointed 2 bed-roomed chalet is perfect for family accommodation. Big sliding doors face the Poplar forest bringing nature in & is backed by a spring fed dam. Main Bedroom has a queen size bed & the 2nd, a double bunk bed. There is a stylishly furnished open plan Living room/ kitchen, fully equipped with under counter fridge & gas hob. The bathroom opens onto the deck with sliding door for an indoor/outdoor shower experience. Check In…

The Silo | Kalmoesfontein

Morukuru Ocean House is one-of-a-kind, entirely off-grid and sensitively designed to blend as much as possible with the surrounding fynbos.