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1. First of all, this isnโt just a stunning holiday spot in Sandbaai, Hermanus, itโs ocean therapy! ๐๏ธ๐ณโค๏ธ
Each of the 4 suites have a private pool and patio to take advantage of the best views, and the sandy beach and rock pools is just a few steps away. There are comfy luxuries at the guesthouse to ensure guests feel spoilt.
Choose an intimate room for 2 or opt for the penthouse or family suite. Loads of attractions are nearby too (including shark cage diving, malls, and trails).
Check rates and availability or to book, see Absolute Ocean Boutique Guest House.
3. Book into this luxury B&B in Plettenberg Bay for the seaside holiday dreams are made of. Every suite has an ocean view and they have some availability for X-mas! 
Thereโs an inviting swimming pool, as well as direct access to the beach and the warm Indian Ocean.
Plett is a hub of activity. There are stunning walks and trails, animal sanctuaries, restaurants, and spas nearby. Look out for the great white sharks from the heights of Robberg Peninsula โ a MUST!
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Walkers Beach B&B.
4. Swing in a hammock, soak in a jacuzzi, read in front of your fireplace, or sit around the firepit outside – all surrounded by the mystical beauty of the Cederberg Mountains. 
These rustic private holiday cottages are in the heart of the orchards and fynbos of Citrusdal. Each chalet sleeps 4 and has stunning views. The hiking trail and waterfall is a must for outdoorsy visitors that want to explore the area.
Experience this prettiness, find out more, check rates & availability or book at Cederberg Botanical Retreat.
5. This absolutely stunning holiday house for 6 is in Robertson and combines contemporary design with a simple celebration of the outdoors. 
It is set in a renovated old wine cellar and boasts views of the mountains and vines. Tours of the local flowers are a must!
In addition to home comforts, it also boasts plenty of extras; including XBOX and a heated splash pool. This is a gorgeous spot for a family getaway.
To find out more, check rates or availability or to book, see Cellar 1947.
6. Each of these 6 cottages in Bergville has stunning views of the Drakensberg and a laid-back charm. 
Snuggle in front of the fireplace of your cottage, relax on the veranda, or head to the resortโs swimming pool and braai area.
The area has a gorgeous combo of indigenous animals, forests, and trees.
This part of the Drakensberg is all about total serenity โ a break from the real world, and gorgeous for a family vacation.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Montusi Cottages.
7. This iconic Cape Town hotel is right on the Sea Point Promenade in Cape Town and offers spectacular ocean and mountain views.
Every gorgeous suite has air-conditioning and a beautiful view โ guaranteed!
The hotel also has a heated swimming pool, business centre, guest lounge, and spa.
Being in the heart of the Mother City, guests of the hotel are spoilt for choice – head to the Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, Robben Island, Zeitz MOCAA, Table Mountain, or the gorgeous Cape Town beaches.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see The Winchester.
8. Perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, these holiday cottages in Eersterivier on the Garden Route are simply stunning. 
Each gorgeous unit has spacious living and entertainment areas and boasts breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean and Tsitsikamma Mountains.
Thereโs a private patio and braai area for each cottage, as well as a communal gym, spa, and golf course for guests to enjoy on site.
To find out more, check rates or availability or to book, see Fynbos Ridge.
9. Even the photos of this 5-star holiday lodge in Muldersdrift will make you chill a little! Itโs just so idyllic. And itโs equipped for load-shedding. 
Itโs in the Cradle of Humankind, so it showcases the mountains and scenic Kloofzicht Lake around it.
The rooms are chic and inviting, and the lodge offers plenty of intimate, elegant features. Thereโs a spa, infinity pool, indoor pool, and on-site restaurant.
The area offers so much to do; including game viewing, hot-air ballooning, hiking, and visiting the Sterkfontein Caves.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Kloofzicht Lodge.
10. Waterford House is an exclusive accommodation in Clarens designed for discerning travelers. Situated in the Golf Estate, Waterford House offers accommodation for eight guests. 
There are a number of things to do in the area; golfing at the estate, river rafting, quad bike riding or exploring the Golden Gate Highlands National Park.
The living area leads outside onto an undercover verandah with views of the Mount Horeb. There is a large wood burning fireplace in the lounge.
Braai facilities are available and there is a double undercover parking bay as well as additional off street parking. Find out more at Waterford House.
11. Book this luxurious holiday apartment / penthouse for 6 in Umdloti – pssst! Currently still available for X-mas! 
This December fvourite sleeps 6 adults and 2 kids. Itโs open, bright and airy; with all focus on those breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean.
The complex is right on the beach and is close to loads of other natural and historical attractions – a lovely spot for a family holiday or group of friends.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Sugarcrest Penthouse.
12. This holiday house in Pringle Bay is blissful – itโs on the river, with views over the mountains, and just a stoneโs throw from the pristine beach.
It sleeps 6 and has all the conveniences of modern living, as well as a patio, braai area, a jetty onto the river, and an indoor fireplace.
This is what unforgettable holidays are made of!
The house also has back-up power in case of load-shedding.
Pringle Bay is a gorgeous seaside village in the Overberg and is serene and scenic.
To find out more, check rates or availability or to book, see Moon River House.
13. Live like a Celebrity in Cape Town and get the red carpet treatment at this luxury 5-Star Boutique Hotel in the Newlands Claremont area. 
Each gorgeous suite has pretty views, heated floors and aircon. Guests have access to the hotelโs gym, pool, and health spa too.
The on-site restaurant is a must and the hotel has beautiful facilities for weddings and other functions.
Claremont is in the heart of Cape Town, super convenient to most of its most popular attractions, including Kirstenbosch and Constantia. .
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see The Andros.
14. Another clear December favourite is this luxurious double-storey holiday home set in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate that sleeps 10 ten guests in 5 bedrooms. 
The Lodge has a comfortable industrial-modern, meets bush-veld casual space. Metal beams and exposed brick accent walls, are softened with floor to ceiling bookshelves and high thatched roof.
It offers Hoedspruit accommodation in a main lodge and separate guest cottage that are booked exclusively to one group at a time. Your own piece of paradise for the whole fam. (NO Load-shedding woes at this lodge!)
You can also use your own vehicle on game viewing drives through the green belt using designated roads. All access roads from the gate are tarred…
Find out more, check rates and availability or to book see Lazy Leopard Lodge.
15. A #BathWithAView? Check! 
A perfect forest setting? You betcha.
Glam tents with private decks? Yep!
These romantic tented suites have perfect views of the forests of Rheenendal near Knysna on the Garden Route.
They sleep between 2 and 4 people and are just irresistible.
Each suite has a spa bath, braai area, and free Wi-Fi.
Theyโre only 15 minutes from #Knysna and 20 minutes from the pristine Buffalo Bay beach.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Fernhill Tented Treehouses.
16. Wow! This apartment for 6 in #Zimbali is the perfect combo of luxury and a celebration of some breath-taking views! 
The spacious outdoor patio has an irresistible plunge pool and braai area โ perfect for long days and fun evenings with friends at this December favourite.
This posh place is in the stunning Simbithi Eco Estate in Ballito.
Just gorgeous.
Find out more, check rates and availability or book now see Ezulwini Apartment 1.
17. This gorgeous boutique holiday lodge in Knysna overlooks the famous lagoon and mountains and is surrounded by fynbos. Simply stunning… 
Each suite has a spa bath, and a private deck with magnificent views. What a treat!
Relax around the sparkling swimming pool or head to the beaches, animal sanctuaries, and adventure hotspots on the Garden Route.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Elephant Hide of Knysna.
18. Itโs timeโฆ for a holiday in the Cederberg
This resort is surrounded by mountains and overlooks a perennial river. Utter perfection, and our MOST popular December favourite accommodation!.
Each of the houses has a braai area outside, and a cosy fireplace inside.
Explore the magic of the mountains or enjoy some fantastic food at the lodge.
Thereโs cave art, fossils, and incredible rock formations to see. And the area is abundant in unique flora and fauna.
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Mount Ceder Lodge.
19. Perfectly perched on the main beach of Salt Rock, this holiday Home for 12 people is a stunning spot for a KwaZulu-Natal holiday. 
There are eight bedrooms, an inviting entertainment area, a well-equipped kitchen and an outdoor braai area.โ
The beach has shark nets and lifeguards, as well as a tidal pool, which is a great swimming spot for kids.
All of this seaside splendor is less than an hour from the city centre of #Durban and its international airport…โ
Find out more, check rates and availability and book your stay at Howela Beach Lodge.
20. This award winning Game Reserve provides the perfect safari break for Cape Town and Western Cape visitors and residents. 
Less than a four hour drive away along the popular Garden Route, the 11,000 hectare private game reserve offers a distinctive and luxurious malaria-free safari experience.โ
Indigenous Fynbos vegetation cloaks the undulating valleys, adding vivid colour and interest to a Big Five wilderness experience with awe inspiring views of the Langeberg Mountains wherever you look.โ
This exclusive reserve offers guests a variety of LUXURY, fully inclusive accommodation with inspiring interiors, attentive service, superb cuisine, expert game rangers, exhilarating game drives and an array of other activities including mountain biking, the Junior Ranger program, conservation activities, guided fynbos walks, fishing, and Africology spa treatments…
To find out more, check rates and availability or to book, see Gondwana Game Reserve.
