At last, August has welcomed in interprovincial travel with a move to Lockdown Level 2 and what better way to celebrate than with a little escape?! We know you’ve all been dying to get away and so we’ve done our best to showcase a handful of our favourite spots around the country, for you to enjoy in the loveliest locations. Which of these would you enjoy a #Yuppiestay at most of all?
Bushwillow Private Villa, Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Offering the ultimate home-from-home safari experience in the heart of the Greater Kruger region, Bushwillow Private Villa is located on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate in the wonderful little town of Hoedspruit – South Africa´s Big Five safari capital. Here you can relax and unwind with your girls OR the whole family in comfort and true bushveld style.
Reflections Guest Farm, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Reflections Guest Farm is a 70-hectare farm-resort getaway, nestled in the beautiful Tulbagh Valley. It is the perfect escape outside of Cape Town for discerning guests looking to enjoy a little peace and quiet in tranquil scenery. Did we mention it’s also pet-friendly? Bring your fur-child and enjoy a weekend on the water at Reflections Guest Farm in beautiful Tulbagh.
Piccola Villa, St Helena Bay, West Coast, Western Cape
We know how much you’re dying to see the flowers this year! St Helena Bay is right in the middle of the flower districts, so you can enjoy the best of the floral display from mid-August to September and what better place from which to base your exploration, than from Piccola Villa. This tastefully decorated, cosy villa on the beach is perfect for couples or families with one or two young children.
Summerlane, Wilderness, Western Cape
Summerlane suites are comfortable and spacious and offer the discerning traveler an opportunity to relax and enjoy the peaceful serenity of Wilderness. All rooms feature magnificent en-suite bathrooms with shower and bath where you can soak away the excitement of a busy day spent enjoying the attractions of the Garden Route. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free Wi-Fi.
Malachite Manor, Underberg, KZN
Malachite Manor is a unique 4-star AA Superior rated luxury boutique guest lodge – set within the breathtaking beauty of the Southern Drakensberg World Heritage Site.
Located in the ‘Barrier of Spears’ uKhahlamba region of the Southern Drakensberg – affectionally referred to as ‘The Berg’ – the area holds its prestigious World Heritage Status for both its biodiversity and cultural history.
The Manor has been lovingly designed and handcrafted by owner, Mike Pieterse – using Pin Oak, Cypress and Kiaat timber sourced from the surrounding forests. The unique combination of traditional, contemporary and comfortable features, include spacious rooms, intimate dinning, cosy bar with fireplace for those colder mountain nights and a gallery library for lazy days. Malachite Manor is a place in which you can truly kick back in.
