South Africa
Coot Club
From $51 /person
4.2 Sustainability Rating
A tranquil nature retreat outside Stanford flanked by mountains and a lagoon
Settled between the Maanschynkop mountains, Walker Bay Nature Reserve and the Klein River sits a peaceful escape amongst a milkwood forest. Overlooking a bay frequented by southern right whales nursing their calves, the area is known for its abundance of birdlife and breathtaking scenery, as well as the charming town of Stanford, which is just 15 minutes away. Stanford boasts a rich cultural heritage and an excellent foodie scene, making it the perfect place to stroll through after an afternoon of relaxing on the lagoon or exploring the hikes in the area. Coot Club believes that community conservation goes hand in hand with protecting the pristine wilderness in which it sits and has upliftment initiatives in both.
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0.270t CO₂
Garden Route Glamping: 15 Days of Wine, Wave and Whale Eco-Adventures
Adventure through South Africa’s great outdoors featuring thrilling nature sights and activities with eco-friendly stays for groups of all ages.
From $821 /person
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From $3,020 /person
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From $9,535 /person
Stone Cottage Lawns
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4The Stone Cottage Lawns is the perfect escape for groups of friends or families. Boasting 3 bedrooms, a loft and 3 bathrooms, the house can sleep up to 9 people (4 adults and 5 children), with an attached cottage that can accommodate another 2 guests. The living area opens onto a spacious patio and the upper deck offers breathtaking views of the mountains and lagoon.
Stone Cottage Fynbos
2•2The Stone Cottage Fynbos is a perfect getaway for 2 couples or young families. It features 1 main bedroom, a sofa bed that can fit 1 child, and a verandah that looks out onto the mountains, complete with a braai and fire-pit. In addition, the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and overhead shower, as well as an outdoor shower.
Stone Cottage Garden
4•4The Stone Cottage Garden is perfect for 2 couples or a family. This single cottage features a spacious living area with a fireplace, a kitchen, and a sprawling verandah that overlooks the beautiful fynbos gardens. It can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children, with 2 and a half bedrooms and bathrooms.
Stone Cottage Milkwood
4•4Set amongst a serene grove of milkwood trees, the Stone Cottage Milkwood can sleep a total of 4 adults in 2 bedrooms, with the addition of sleeping facilities for 2 more children. The living room and master bedroom have doors that lead out onto the veranda, providing a gorgeous view of the mountains. The cottage has 2 bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and a dining room, as well as a braai and fire-pit.
Port Boathouse
4•4The Port Boathouse includes 3 bedrooms with 2 en-suite bedrooms and 1 smaller twin bedroom with a separate bathroom. The Boathouse offers stunning views of the lagoon, flanking the living areas. For additional sleeping arrangements, the snug is able to accommodate 2 children under 13 years, on sofa beds. The open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen open out onto the lawn, fynbos, and lagoon.
Starboard Boathouse
3•2The Starboard Boathouse features a main bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and views of the lagoon, while the smaller twin bedroom has its own separate bathroom. Furthermore, 2 additional children under the age of 13 can sleep on the sofa beds in the snug. The open-plan lounge, dining area, and kitchen flow out to the lawn, fynbos, and lagoon.
Stone Cottage Lawns
7•4The Stone Cottage Lawns is the perfect escape for groups of friends or families. Boasting 3 bedrooms, a loft and 3 bathrooms, the house can sleep up to 9 people (4 adults and 5 children), with an attached cottage that can accommodate another 2 guests. The living area opens onto a spacious patio and the upper deck offers breathtaking views of the mountains and lagoon.
Stone Cottage Fynbos
2•2The Stone Cottage Fynbos is a perfect getaway for 2 couples or young families. It features 1 main bedroom, a sofa bed that can fit 1 child, and a verandah that looks out onto the mountains, complete with a braai and fire-pit. In addition, the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and overhead shower, as well as an outdoor shower.
Stone Cottage Garden
4•4The Stone Cottage Garden is perfect for 2 couples or a family. This single cottage features a spacious living area with a fireplace, a kitchen, and a sprawling verandah that overlooks the beautiful fynbos gardens. It can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children, with 2 and a half bedrooms and bathrooms.
Stone Cottage Milkwood
4•4Set amongst a serene grove of milkwood trees, the Stone Cottage Milkwood can sleep a total of 4 adults in 2 bedrooms, with the addition of sleeping facilities for 2 more children. The living room and master bedroom have doors that lead out onto the veranda, providing a gorgeous view of the mountains. The cottage has 2 bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and a dining room, as well as a braai and fire-pit.
Port Boathouse
4•4The Port Boathouse includes 3 bedrooms with 2 en-suite bedrooms and 1 smaller twin bedroom with a separate bathroom. The Boathouse offers stunning views of the lagoon, flanking the living areas. For additional sleeping arrangements, the snug is able to accommodate 2 children under 13 years, on sofa beds. The open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen open out onto the lawn, fynbos, and lagoon.
Starboard Boathouse
3•2The Starboard Boathouse features a main bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and views of the lagoon, while the smaller twin bedroom has its own separate bathroom. Furthermore, 2 additional children under the age of 13 can sleep on the sofa beds in the snug. The open-plan lounge, dining area, and kitchen flow out to the lawn, fynbos, and lagoon.
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- 0.902t CO₂
The Perfect Namibian Honeymoon: Salt Pans, Sunsets, and River Sanctuaries
Experience Namibia's top highlights with a romantic trip to its most unforgettable destinations. Start with the stunning dunes of Sossusvlei before heading to the coast for a refreshing rest. Explore the massive boulders of Spitzkoppe and travel to mountainous Damaraland, where rhinos roam wild. Then it’s off to Etosha and the Zambezi for an overdose of magnificent wildlife.
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9-Day Kruger to Cape Romantic Fly-In Safari for Couples
Experience a romantic getaway across South Africa. Fly into Timbavati (a private concession next to Kruger National Park) for an intimate Big Five safari adventure, staying in luxurious, private accommodations. Next, wander through the picturesque Cape Winelands, savouring fine wines and gourmet meals in charming vineyards, before returning to Cape Town to conclude your unforgettable romantic escape.
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Honeymoon Hideaways: Explore South Africa’s Southern Coast
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From $6,572 /person
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The Ultimate Namibia Eco-Luxury Romantic Getaway
Enjoy a lavish stay in Windhoek before journeying to Etosha's ultimate chic safari hideaways. Move onward to Damaraland's desert-scape, where black rhinos roam. Marvel at Spitzkoppe in style, then head to Walvis Bay's flamingo-dotted lagoon and finally witness the majesty of Sossusvlei.
From $3,394 /person