
Cottage holiday rentals in Somerset West
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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Somerset West

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Somerset West holiday rentals start at $56 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Somerset West holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Somerset West rentals

4.8 Average rating
Somerset West stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated cottage rentals in Somerset West
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Cape Cuckoo Cottage: Magic 2 Bedroom Farm Cottage
Tranquility in the Jonkershoek Valley Just 5 km from the centre of Stellenbosch, Arkelshoek Cottages offer peaceful self-catering accommodation in the beautiful Jonkershoek Valley. Each cottage features a well-equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and BBQ (braai) facilities, set within tranquil gardens filled with birdlife. With wine estates, hiking routes, and Stellenbosch’s restaurants just minutes away, Arkelshoek is the perfect base to relax, explore, and experience the charm of the Cape Winelands.
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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
Cosy up by the fire at our Beachside Retreat
Protea Beach Cottage is a 3 min walk to the beach, with no main roads to cross, so ideal for families with small children. Sandy beach with some rocks but can swim at high tide. Wi-Fi. Smart TV with Netflix. DVD player with movies. 7 min walk to Harbour Island with Ocean Basket & Antonios, for great pizza. 13min walk across dunes into GB with shops & restaurants inc Spur right on the beach. For larger groups you can book Lente Cottage (3 doors down) & Protea Cottage together for 12 guests.
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
Luxury Studio Apartment in Stellenbosch with AC
Newly added A/C. Spacious, stylish studio with a super comfy king bed, block-out curtains for a restful sleep, and a desk for work. The kitchenette has all essentials for quick meals plus a Nespresso machine. Daily service (for stays over 1 night) includes tidying and dishwashing. Ideal for relaxing or working! Located within minutes from town centre as well as Techno Park. Eden Forest is a 10 minute walk from our door step and the famous Dylan Lewis Sculpture garden a 5 minute drive away.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 422 reviews
Cranberry Cottage - A place for the soul
Relax, unwind, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Cranberry Cottage tucked away in the beautiful Helderberg Basin. Have the convenience of your own separate entrance, secure undercover parking and the comfort of a fully equipped home and private entertainment/barbecue area. You are in a quiet, private treed haven close to restaurants, nature parks, wine estates, golf course, Strand beach and hiking trails amongst many other amenities that Somerset West and its surrounds has to offer.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Stumble Inn
Enjoy this centrally located getaway with amazing views over False Bay and mountains. Hop onto the world famous R44 wine route and Stellenbosch Winelands like Ernie Els, Pink Valley, Uva Mira, Hidden Valley, Eikendal, Cavali, Somerbosch and enjoy the popular Wine Tractor. Lourensford and Blaauwklippen Markets is great place for local organic food. Add a drive down Clarence drive to your bucket list. With Helderberg MTB and hiking Trails nearby, you can experience the Cape Epic routes.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Spacious cottage with a private garden
Small cottage with a private garden in a beautiful neighborhood. The cottage is very spacious with a large bedroom with a double bed and a single bed in the bedroom. The bedroom is fitted with a airconditioning unit. The cottage has it's own secure parking and a private garden, perfect for a quaint getaway. Fully functional WiFi, TV with a Netflix available. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas hob, oven, microwave, washing machine and a Nespresso Vertuo machine (4 pods supplied).
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
Under milkwoods
This house is built directly above a secluded beach in Gordon's Bay. It has five majestic milkwood trees and an indigenous garden. The sea is often calm and the sandy beach is suitable for children. There are rock pools and cormorants and seals in the bay. The harbour and the village are within walking distance. The house sleeps four people, but only one bedroom is fully enclosed; the rest of the house is open plan. Louise will be there to welcome you on your arrival.
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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
Kimi's Self Catering Guest Cottage
Kimi's Cottage is set in the true heart of the Cape Winelands as it's surrounded by world renowned wine farms such as Vrede en Lust, Rupert & Rothschild, Backsberg and Glen Carlou. The cottage is a less than 20km to both the must-see towns of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch and a short 30min drive to Cape Town Int. Airport. So all in all, it's the PERFECT combination of beauty, convenience, comfort and serenity; perfect for families, business folk and lone-wolf travellers.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
Sugarland Cottage, Central Stellenbosch
The popular Sugarland Cottage is walking distance from town and close to loads of coffee shops and wine bars. NO need for a car. Loadshedding solutions on site - solar panels, inverter and batteries 2 King Size Bedrooms with En-Suite Bathrooms. Spacious Lounge and kitchen area. Outside space. Very safe with electrified fencing and steel shutter doors. Off Street Parking behind automated gate for only 1 car. Unique interior and tastefully decorated.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Swan Cottage
Self-Catering Cottage for 4 guests. Fully equipped in the spectacular Banhoek Valley. The Cottage is situated on a Berry farm, 7 km outside of Stellenbosch and is surrounded by mountains. The Swan Cottage is ideal for couples with kids, solo adventurers, business travelers and pet lovers. Enclosed area with dog kennel You need to book the whole apartment which sleeps 2 couples or a family with kids.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Strand Palms|Pool|BBQ|Fireplace|Beach<1km
Step into your own private garden retreat a short walk from the golden stretch of Strand Beach. This sunny 2-bedroom cottage has a sparkling pool, indoor braai area, and a cosy fireplace. Everything a family or group of friends needs to properly switch off. Stellenbosch's world-class wine farms are just 20 minutes away, making this the perfect base for beach days and winelands afternoons.
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
Bellevue Cottage
Bellevue Cottage is a relaxed, country-style cottage situated in Somerset West. It is conveniently close to shops, the beach, Helderberg nature reserve and the airport. It feels like being out in the country, and yet you are close to where it's all happening! We speak English, Afrikaans, French and isiXhosa and look forward to welcoming people of all cultures and nationalities.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviewsPopular amenities for Somerset West cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

EersteBosch Two Bedroom Luxury Cozy Cottage
ValueLocationBarbecue
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Amperbo Glamping
LocationFamilyPool
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Elgin Nature Retreat | Hot Tub & Natural Bio-Pool
LocationFamilyCleanliness
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
Enjoy beautiful views, total privacy and serenity
ValueLocationView
4.38 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews
The Garden Cottage 2
LocationNearbyWalkability
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Luxury One Bedroom Cottage - Leo Sky Farm
LocationOutdoor spacesCondition
4.72 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
Orchard House - Winter Getaway @ Jackal River Farm
LocationValueHospitality
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Cottage + woodfired hot tub | The Salene Cottage 1
LocationDecorLong stay
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

Serene Waterfront Escape! Luxury with king bed!
LocationFamilyWi-Fi
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
Wine Route Gem: Near Beach, Golf & Hiking
FamilyLocationOutdoor spaces
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
The Cottage on Protea
LocationIndoor spacesComfort
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
The Cottage on Blue
LocationNearbyHospitality
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Paddabult Self-Catering Cottages
LocationValueIndoor spaces
4.66 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Cozy Cottage: Central & Convenient.
FamilyValueLong stay
4.53 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
Cape Canary Cottage: Bright 1 Bedroom Farm Cottage
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4.81 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

Three Pines Cottage on Stark Conde
ValueFamilyAccess
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 87 reviews
Mountain View Cottage
LocationIndoor spacesHospitality
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Grace Upon Grace - Somerset West
LocationCleanlinessParking
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews
Ryneveld Cottage
FamilyValueOutdoor spaces
4.71 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Flamingo Garden Cottage 2 bedroom
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
Laanrust Cottage right on the Eersteriver
LocationValueIndoor spaces
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews
Beautiful apartment well situated
LocationValueOutdoor spaces
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
The Cottage Next Door
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Somerset West?
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| Avg. temp | 22°C | 22°C | 21°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C | 13°C | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 21°C |
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- Fish Hoek Beach
- GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World
- Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Boulders Beach
- Green Point Park
- Cbd
- Bloubergstrand Beach
- Cape Town Stadium
- Glencairn Beach
- Atlantic Seaboard Community
- Stellenbosch University
- Hout Bay Beach
- Muizenberg Beach
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Clifton 4th
- St James Beach
- Noordhoek Beach
- Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
- Glen Beach
- Cavalli Estate
- District Six Museum
- Long Beach
- Grotto Beach (Blue Flag)
- Newlands Forest





