Places to Rest Your Explorer Head 🥾 🚵🏽‍♀️ 🏄🏽‍♂️

Posted on Fri March 15, 2024.

Are you in need of some nature absorbtion, or is getting outdoors your thing?

We've put together an epic list of getaways that are aimed at the adventure enthusiast, the ones that seek the trails, the waterfalls and the off-the-beaten track tidal pools.

These beautiful escapes are a place to rest your explorer head, offering close proximity to beautiful routes. If you're someone who likes to 'earn' their wine or lunch, check out the 'Our Recommended Experiences' to find some gems in the area.

THUÚLA HIDDEN HAVEN

Winelands Escape, Mountain Escape in Hermanus, Overberg

RADIO NOWHERE CABIN

Mountain Escape in Tulbagh, Cape Winelands

UNTETHER LUXURY ECO PODS

Mountain Escape in Wellington, Cape Winelands

CAMISSA CABIN

Farm Escape, Winelands Escape in Stellenbosch , Cape Winelands

LITTLE VILLA IN THE VINEYARD

Farm Escape, Winelands Escape in Stellenbosch , Cape Winelands

SHOSHONI COTTAGE

Farm Escape in Riviersonderend, Overberg

FYNBOS SUITES

Nature Escape in Gansbaai, Overberg

POPULIERBOS COTTAGE

Mountain Escape in Stanford, Overberg

MAGNIFIK MONTAGU

Winelands Escape, Small-Town Escape in Montagu, Cape Winelands

ROCKWOOD KARKLOOF FARM COTTAGE

Farm Escape, Mountain Escape in Howick, Kwa-Zulu Natal

Guest Reviews

The fireplaces and the hot tub completed a magnificent stay!

It was a pleasure staying at Rondeberg cottage, we really appreciated the well equipped kitchen and the stylish interior! The fireplaces and the hot tub completed a magnificent stay! Thank you! Not to forget that your staff was very helpful and the bread you baked was amazing! See you soon.

- Lutz Seebacher, June 2025

Germany
The area is peaceful and full of charm

We had a really lovely weekend at the house. The area is peaceful and full of charm, with great wine farms and some nice local restaurants to explore. The house is very comfortable, well-equipped, and has a cosy fireplace that we enjoyed in the evenings. It was a perfect base for a quiet and relaxing break, with beautiful views of the surrounding valley, some of it that you can... Read More

- Julie Virgnaud, June 2025

Cape Town
Beautiful views and incredible star gazing

We stayed in the Botterboom glamping tent on the farm. We were warmly greeted and shown our accommodation which was clean and very well equipped. The peace and tranquility, beautiful views from the tent as well as the incredible star viewing made our stay very relaxing. We loved the hot tub and outdoor shower! The 2 big fans and an Aircon unit were appreciated with the very hot weather... Read More

- Lexi Daynes

Cape Town
360 degree exceptional experience!

Location, service and facilities is brilliant! Heavenly two nights away with superb service and views. Magnificent views and a breath of fresh air. Honestly could recommend this place even to our President.

- Gugulethu & Vukile, January 2025

Johannesburg

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