Find peace and quiet at Littlestone Cottage
At this quaint stone cottage at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains you will be disturbed by nothing more than birdsong.
A tranquil retreat in the heart of the Swartberg Mountains
Brian Berkman is thoroughly charmed by a nature reserve and its hospitality in the Klein Karoo. Wildehondekloof Private Game Reserve is about 60km outside of Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape on the road that leads past the Cango Caves.
Peace and tranquillity off the grid on a spectacular farm in the Swartland
Dassenheuwel Farm Stay has the orginal farm homestead for families with all the creature comforts, or the cottages for couples. The choice is yours, writes Riaan Hattingh.
The perfect place to explore ‘big sky country’ near the Gariep Dam
Farmer’s Weekly found the ideal midway stopover between Gauteng and the Western Cape or Eastern Cape if you travel in that direction, says Riaan Hattingh.
Remote, rugged and unforgettable
A fly-in safari experience transports guests into one of the last great remaining wilderness areas, says Brian Berkman.
Queen’s Hotel in Oudtshoorn
Brian Berkman says this hotel is still filled with Klein Karoo charm and the glory days of the ostrich feather boom.
Visit a lodge on a game farm in the tranquil Waterberg
You will find pure bliss and tranquillity, as well as excellent game viewing and adventurous hiking, biking, angling and rock climbing at this versatile lodge, writes Riaan Hattingh.
Quirky and arty accommodation at the summit of Bainskloof
Brian Berkman takes to the healing waters at McBains near Wellington and enthuses about the free-spirited space where the owners see themselves as guardians of this extraordinary natural resource.
Idyllic stay in a cottage on the banks of the Breede
River Edge Accommodation offers a superb self-catering stay in cottages on the Breede River near Wolseley in the Western Cape. Camping on the riverbank is also possible, says Brian Berkman.
Fishing and birding bliss at Linger Longer near Dullstroom
The Prinsloo family have added five comfortable cottages to their working farm to provide a delightful getaway for city dwellers. Riaan Hattingh paid it a visit, and came away well rested and highly impressed.
Birds, bees and blissful days in the tranquil Vredefort Dome
The Shallow Pig, a family cottage nestling in the Vredefort Dome, offers the perfect place to unwind, says Riaan Hattingh. And if you want a diversion, the nearby town of Parys offers good food and fun activities.
Family fun on a working farm in the Karoo
Whether you love hiking, mountain biking, conquering 4x4 tracks, or simply soaking up the tranquillity and vistas of the vast Karoo, this livestock farm off the N9 near Graaff-Reinet won’t disappoint, says Riaan Hattingh.
Unspoilt bush, hikes amongst game, hidden rock pools – and pure serenity
The Bateleur Nature Reserve, in the heart of the Waterberg, offers nature lovers the ideal getaway. You can stay over in old, self-catering farmhouses or hikers’ base camps, or simply pitch your tent, says Riaan Hattingh.
Pretty views, pears, and a painting pig
A picturesque pear farm in the Franschhoek Valley offers a number of accommodation options, including a barn where an artistic pig and other rescue animals spend the night!
Luxurious container love nest in the Boland
Palmietvlei Farm, a working blueberry farm, is situated near Wolseley in the Western Cape, and offers a wonderful view of the Mostertshoek mountains from its innovative ‘CouplesPod’, says Brian Berkman.
Chalets with views of the vast Langkloof Mountains
Driving through the mists of the Outeniqua Pass to explore where to stay and what to do in the Langkloof, Brian Berkman returns to an old favourite.
Fishing and great sunsets from a boathouse in North West
Seclusion. Quiet. Natural beauty. There’s plenty of all three at The Boathouse on Boskop Dam, a delightful spot where you can relax, do a bit of fishing, canoeing, and birding, and watch gorgeous sunsets from the waterside deck.
Road-tripping and birdwatching in SA
Long drives across South Africa offer perfect opportunities for birdwatching, says Muller Janse van Rensburg, who lives in Bethlehem in the Free State. Since he and his family discovered the pastime, their annual holiday has become even more exciting and enjoyable.
A nostalgic stay on the Santos Express
Rail travel enthusiast Brian Berkman has been on some of the most famous and glamorous train journeys in the world. He recently explored Mossel Bay’s delightful Santos Express, a stationary train that offers superb views of the sea at affordable prices.
Hunting on the southern slopes of the Magaliesberg
At this guest house on a game farm in North West, visitors are provided with a comfortable stay and plenty of things to see and do, including hunting exotic game species, says Riaan Hattingh.
