Holiday rentals with lake access in South Africa

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Top-Rated Accommodation with Lake Access in South Africa

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Tiny home in Joubertina

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Birch Cabin, Twee Riviere

Birch Cabin is a one-of-a-kind. A perfectly romantic delight... Part tiny house, part lakeside cabin, part treehouse - lovingly crafted Birch Cabin occupies a domain all its own: Overlooking both the Tweerivier creek and its own, tree-lined lake, this shingle-roofed hideaway offers unexpected refinement. The cabin has a delightful, jewel-box quality, finely finished, authentic craftsmanship, massive timbering, a piano, fireplace, jetty, library & more... (Fully backed up power: No load shedding)

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Cottage in Dargle

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviews

Beautiful Breeze Cottage

Beautiful Breeze Cottage sits among the stunning hills of the Dargle Valley. It overlooks 3 tranquil dams, rolling pastures and an indigenous forest. There are cattle and horses in the fields, abundant bird life to enjoy and peacefulness to breath in. It's the perfect place to recharge while escaping the pressures of city life and with the Midlands Meander on our doorstep you can be as busy or as quiet as you choose. The farm is now fully off Eskom power so load shedding is a distant memory.

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Home in ZA

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Hunter House - Self Catering in Cederberg

The Hunter House is a private holiday home in the Cederberg that is surrounded by blossoms, flowers and Namaqualand daisies in the spring. Summer brings the sound of the sun beetles and fresh peaches next to your holiday home. The river on your doorstep so if you don't swim in it during the summer, you can see how it grows in the winter next to a fireplace as you hear it roar. Winter brings the snow on the beautiful hiking mountains. Guest farm campsite at main river. No Wifi. No towels.

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Farm stay in Stellenbosch

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Hidden gem in the heart of the winelands..

A little forest in the heart of the Winelands cuddles this secret gem #jangroentjiecottage close to a dam fed by the fynbos covered Helderberg. a Selfcatering hideaway that sleeps two with a fireplace, braai and a woodfired hottub. Within walking distance from Taaibosch, Pink Valley and Avontuur Wine and stud farm. Just across the R44 Ken Forrester Wines is luring. For the outdoor enthusiasts Helderberg provide trails for hiking and mtbiking and our dam covers swimming, rowing and sundowners.

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Rental unit in Rooi-Els

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Luxury romantic apartment at the ocean 1h CapeTown

The 50 sqm studio apartment is on the ground floor with exceptional mountain and ocean view. The open space has a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, sitting area with TV, a pellet fireplace, and a very comfortable queen size bed with high quality cotton linen. The bathroom has a toilet, bidet, shower, bath tub and a sink. The small laundry has a washing machine just outside of the apartment. You have your own 40 sqm deck, we provide camping chairs and a small folding table. We have an inverter.

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Farm stay in Stellenbosch

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Peaceful hideaway in the Stellenbosch mountains

Almond cottage is positioned above a dam in the heart of the Banhoek conservancy. It is a light, modern cabin with direct access to endless hiking and the finest mountain biking trails in the western cape. Although it is styled as a one bedroom, two person cabin, there is a queen sized open pod attached to the living room which can sleep 2 children or an extra guest and can be made up for small extra fee. Almond cottage is set back from the lake and enjoys views of farmland and mountains.

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Cottage in Haenertsburg

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews

Tranquil Cottage Hideway

A secluded, rustic wooden A-frame cabin in Magoebasfloof, filled with antiques, chunky blankets & fireplace. Nestled in a deciduous forest, overlooking Ebenezer dam & is safely tuck away on a quiet peninsula. Dirt road is well maintained & suitable for all types of cars. Conveniently situated only 3km from Haenertsburg. Ideal for a romantic interlude and outdoor enthusiasts. Launch site for boaters and fisherman. Suited for MTBiking, walkers, trial runners and birders.

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Treehouse in Swellendam

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews

EcoTreehouse luxury off-grid cabin

Nestled in the lush green Hermitage Valley just outside the historic town of Swellendam, the off-the-grid EcoTreehouse is a spacious and fully equipped, luxury self-catering cabin for your retreat in nature. We are load-shedding free. Enjoy nature, horses, wood-fired hot tub, swimming, playground, birds, and nearby cycling and hiking. We have built a sustainable living paradise on our smallholding and love inspiring our guests to experience it for themselves.

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Cabin in Breede River DC

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

"Cabine Des Anges" Luxury Wood Cabin at Montevue

Luxurious three-story wooden mountain cabin with large stacking doors and glass windows with breathtaking 360° views of the Klein Karoo Mountains. Sleeps 8 (Max 6 Adults) – One Loft Room with 2 Double Beds, a Flatlet with 1 Double Bed and Pull-out Couch and extra pull out couch in living room. Comes with Indoor and Outdoor Braais, Wood Fired Hot Tub, outdoor shower, a loo with a view and a stargazing telescope, for the full Montevue Nature Farm experience.

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Yurt in Bot River

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Southern Yurts - Private Forest View Yurt

Yurts are a unique weekend escape - in 2018, Southern Yurts brought this memorable getaway experience to the Overberg! At Forest View Yurt you can enjoy the comfort of your own private Yurt, including a well equipped kitchen cabin and bathroom with an outdoor shower. Watch the sun set over the nature conservancy from your elevated sundowner deck, plan a hike or walk on one of our many trails, or just relax in the candle-lit hot tub under the stars.

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Cottage in Tulbagh

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 276 reviews

Hill Cottage

Nestled against the Witzenberg mountains just 9km outside the charming town of Tulbagh, is a cozy farm cottage called Hill Cottage. The farm offers a peaceful retreat where you can swim in the dam, hike amongst the proteas and enjoy the nature of the Cape. Only 90mins from Cape Town, it makes for the perfect romantic getaway to enjoy the natural beauty of one of the top rated small towns in South Africa!

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Cottage in Dargle

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviews

Woodsong Cottage - Self Catering

The cottage is situated in The Dargle Valley bordering a forestry estate and overlooks the uMngeni River. It is nestled in the trees next to the main house on Woodsong Farm, which is a small life-style farm where you are free to explore the surroundings. Enjoy walks to the small dam with a picnic basket and bird-watch, take photos, enjoy some casual fishing and wild-swimming.