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This luxurious two-bedroom villa is located on a game farm within the Garden Route District Municipality, offering unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, including buffalo at a nearby waterhole, and proximity to various Garden Route attractions (distances to specific landmarks vary depending on the exact farm location).
The self-catering lodge sleeps four guests, boasting two king-sized ensuite bedrooms with outdoor showers, a top-of-the-line kitchen with pizza oven, a wood-fired hot tub, an indoor fireplace, and a spacious patio; game viewing is available directly on the property.

This chalet is situated in Knysna, just a short drive from popular landmarks like Simola Golf and Country Estate, Knysna Forest, and Knysna the Heads. Guests consistently rate the accommodation excellent for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The property features a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living area with a satellite flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with modern amenities. Enjoy the beautiful views of the pool and surrounding garden from the private terrace, relax in the Jacuzzi, or make use of the picnic area.

Stoneridge Farm is a recently renovated self-catering chalet located in Plettenberg Bay, just 1 kilometre from the airport and 7 kilometres from the Robberg Nature Reserve.
This pet-friendly chalet offers a private entrance, free parking, a swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, as well as a fully equipped kitchen and a barbecue area.

Wildebraam Berry Estate is located in the Hermitage Valley, just 3.5 kilometres from Swellendam and a 10-minute drive from the Bontebok National Park.
This working berry farm offers a range of activities, including horse riding, hiking, and liqueur and deli tastings, as well as panoramic views of the Langeberg Mountains.

This luxurious Buffelspoort lodge is situated 30 metres from a mountain stream, at the entrance to Tonquani Gorge.
The 400 square metre self-catering retreat boasts a king-size bed, wood-burning stove, private outdoor area with fire pit, and access to on-site tennis, putt-putt, and three swimming pools, sleeping up to two guests.

Love Shack, a secluded A-frame chalet in Utopia Nature Estate, Bojanala Platinum District Municipality, offers breathtaking views of the Tonquani Gorge and Magaliesburg mountains.
This self-catering cottage sleeps three, boasting a queen-size bed, open-plan kitchen with fridge-freezer, private deck with fire pit, outdoor shower, and access to estate amenities including swimming pools, hiking trails, and tennis courts.

Addo Afrique Estate, bordering Addo Elephant National Park, offers this unique tipi-style accommodation approximately 0.1km from a national road and 0.4km from a railway line.
Each self-catering tipi on the game reserve sleeps up to 12 guests, providing private bathrooms, braai facilities, and panoramic game viewing opportunities, including self-drive game viewing within the estate.

Camp Acacia chalet in Paterson offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping up to six guests, and is located 9.8km from the Karel Landman Monument and 19.3km from the Lalibela Private Game Reserve.
This 30-square-metre self-catering property features a kitchen with fridge, freezer, and microwave, a private terrace, garden, swimming pool, bar, and parking, plus free Wi-Fi and access to nearby hiking and cycling trails.

Bay Safaris is a farm stay located in Doringkloof, 66 kilometres from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 27 kilometres from the Karel Landman Monument, and 47 kilometres from Lalibela Private Game Reserve.
This spacious 300 square metre property offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, accommodating up to 11 guests with a year-round outdoor swimming pool, garden, sun terrace, and barbecue facilities, while providing easy access to nearby walking tours and hiking.

The Urban Cabin is situated in Knysna, a short distance from Pezula Golf Club (3.7 km) and the iconic Knysna Heads (4.6 km).
This self-catering chalet offers a private hot tub, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a peaceful garden, providing a tranquil retreat for two guests.

This secluded tented lodge, offering a fynbos sanctuary, is located deep within the bush in Saint Francis Bay, providing direct river access for kayaking and paddleboarding.
This intimate accommodation for two features a fridge, a hot tub (additional cost applies), and pocket Wi-Fi, set within an immersive bush environment with opportunities for trail adventures and game viewing.

The Matjesfontein Estate Keurbooms Chalet is situated in Plettenberg Bay, just 2.1 kilometres from Keurbooms Beach and 4.8 kilometres from Goose Valley Golf Club. This two-bedroom chalet offers 72 square metres of living space and features a fully equipped kitchen, a private patio with mountain views, and a tranquil garden with a picnic area.

This sea-view lodge in Wilderness, situated between the forest and the ocean, offers stunning views and easy access to the area's natural beauty.
The self-catering unit, sleeping two, boasts a queen-size bed, compact kitchen with fridge-freezer and microwave, a jacuzzi, private outdoor shower and fire pit, plus solar power ensuring uninterrupted stays.

Goshen Guest Farm is located in Edenburg, offering a tranquil farm stay experience with convenient access to local attractions.
This spacious farm stay, covering 55 square meters, accommodates up to six guests and features a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, spa, fitness centre, garden, terrace, and barbecue facilities, with outdoor activities like cycling and fishing available.

Hide Away Cabin is located 24 kilometres from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 24 kilometres from Knysna Forest and 29 kilometres from Knysna the Heads, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling town of Knysna. The cabin has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience.
The self-catering lodge has one bedroom and one bathroom, accommodating up to two guests in a comfortable 105 square metre space. Guests can enjoy a private hot tub, a balcony with garden views, a barbecue and a fully equipped kitchen, as well as a sun terrace and a fireplace.

Spioenkop Eco Cabin, situated on a cattle farm near Reddersburg in the Free State, offers a tranquil off-grid escape.
This self-catering lodge boasts two en-suite queen bedrooms, a wood-fired hot tub, and a large sundeck with stunning Free State plains views, accommodating up to four guests and providing high-speed Wi-Fi.