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Romantic, Stone House with Ocean Views
Unwind at this stunning French Provencal beachside cottage. The house was lovingly built with stone floors, high-beamed ceilings, and antique details for a luxurious yet charming feel. Enjoy the sea and mountain views from the pool, lush garden and private patio leading off the living area Beautiful French Provencal stone cottage set in private indigenous garden overlooking Llandudno beach. The cottage was lovingly built with exceptional attention to detail, including stone floors, high beamed ceilings, antique light fittings, French wrought iron work and wooden shutters. It comprises a double bedroom with French doors leading onto private gravel patio with sea and mountain views and breakfast table shade by tall proteas, bathroom with bath and shower tiled in travertine (also mountain views!), lounge with kitchenette and covered "sundowner" patio with magnificent sea views. The lounge and kitchenette are fully equipped with TV, fridge, convection microwave, hot plates, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle toaster, coffee machine etc. There is a stone table and chairs on patio where you can sip your cocktails at sunset as well as loungers to soak up the afternoon sun while overlooking the ocean. The beautifully furnished bedroom comprises a queen-sized bed with down duvet, French antique linen and cotton quilt. Fluffy white bath towels as well as beach towels and umbrella are provided. The Victorian roll-top bath has wonderful mountain and garden views through sash windows The cottage is surrounded by a beautiful garden planted with indigenous plants as well as an assortment of cooking herbs, which you are encouraged to use. Guests are welcome to make use of the large swimming pool and pool loungers located next to the cottage. We also have access to squash and tennis courts as well as a yoga school located 300m from the cottage. The beach is ± - 5min walk away. There is under-floor heating throughout and a gas fire place in the lounge for cosy winter evenings Guests have access to lbeautiful landscaped garden and arge swimming pool. Cottage is a 4min walk down to the beach Owner lives on the property in a separate private residence and is always available for advice on dining, site seeing etc Situated in the spectacular enclave of Llandudno which is on the Altantic coast between Camps Bay and Hout Bay. Llandudno beach with its fine white sand and curling surfing waves is one of the finest in Cape Town, but due to the limited parking is kept unspoilt and for used mainly by locals. Shops and restaurants are a 5min drive away and Table MOuntain 10min, V&A; Waterfront 25min, Constantia Winelands 20min and Cape POint 35min.The sunsets over the Altantic Ocean viewed from the cottage patio are spectacular. LLandudno is on the MY Citi bus route to town centre Camps Bay, Hout Bay and V&A A Waterfront Cottage is serviced daily from Mon to Fri Check in is from 3pm- 6pm unless prior arrangements have been made Check out is at 11am unless prior arrangements have been made Guests have access to beautiful landscaped garden and large swimming pool. Cottage is a 4min walk down to the beach. There is also access to tennis courts situated 4 min walk from cottage. The house is located in the enclave of Llandudno Beach, a locals-only spot with unspoilt, fine white sand and curling surfing waves. Although shops and restaurants are only a five-minute drive away, the area feels peaceful and secluded. Cottage is serviced daily from Mon to Fri Check in is from 3pm- 6pm unless prior arrangements have been made Check out is at 11am unless prior arrangements have been made Min stay varies from 2 nights to 14 nights depending on season

Bush Willow - dappled light in a hidden glade.
Idyllic bedsit, en-suite bathroom built around an indigenous African Bushwillow tree (Combretum Molle). Complete with chattering hoopoes, killer fire for Nairobi nights, wifi, electric fence, backup inverter & generator, two verandas, drinkable borehole water, mature garden & trees. 5min walk from the Kitengela Glass studio, the iconic Kenyan recycled glassblowers famed for their vibrant chunky artistic glass pieces. On the outskirts of Nairobi, 50min from Karen & 70min from Nairobi center.

High Mountain Stone Cottage in the Cederberg
Surely the highest cottage, at 1200m altitude, in the Cederberg with spectacular views of the Koue Bokkeveld and the Cederberg. It is set against a mountain peak surrounded by pristine Cape flora. A place of retreat and deep silence. The cottage, with its beautiful woodwork and stonework, belongs to another era. Recently it was renovated with a larger kitchen and a braai room as shelter from summer southerly winds and to catch sun on winter afternoons. A private rock pool is 150m from the stoep

Wonderful country house with terrace, views, garden
Maravillosa casa canaria en un entorno rural en la base de las Montañas de Anaga donde podrás disfrutar de un paisaje único y con todas las comodidades necesarias para una estancia inmejorable; Un lugar en el que te encontrarás como en tu propio hogar, elegantemente decorado con materiales nobles de gran calidad y unos amplios jardines que bordean la casa donde podrás disfrutar de la naturaleza en estado puro, una ubicación perfecta y equidistante de la mayoría de lugares de interés de la isla

Cape Point Mountain Getaway - Cottage
This is one of Cape Town's environmental and historic treasures. It is a candle-lit hideaway with stunning views of mountain and sea. The Cottage is completely off grid, with fresh water coming off the mountain and energy from the sun. The cottage is built from local materials - stone walls, reed ceilings, blue gum supports. There are glass doors and windows throughout the cottage. The cottage has a beautiful open-plan bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom includes a tub, a toilet and a basin.

Luxury Honeymoon Cottage/Tent Tiwi Beach Kenya....
Luxury Six by Five meter thatch covered tent for two on the Keringet Estate in Tiwi. Ocean plot with cliff top pool for sole use. An incredible place for that very special weekend. Ideal for honeymoons or just a beautiful place to escape from the noise and traffic of everyday life Favorite getaway accommodation for many embassies, consulates, and NGO's. All accommodation is spaced as not one is visible from another. Secluded, quiet and secure. Welcome to Kenya. Check our reviews.

Tropical Lovers - Levada & Bananas cliff
A magnificent place with a superb view over the sea. In a locality known for banana trees plantation. Very quiet and pleasant you can find the beaches within 5min and all the other services you need. Perfect for resting and recuperating energies during your visits to the island. Near the house you will find a levada walk with great view over the fabulous mountainous landscapes of the west. The house is full of sunshine, natural light and good energy for you. Jacuzzi (extra fee 40€)

The Young Lady
La Señorita is located in a privileged space within the Caldera de Tejeda, between Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga. A spacious house with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a kitchen-living room. The building dates back to the 19th century and has been recently renovated. It can be rented whole (6 people) or partial (4 people). The decoration and the rooms are very well kept. It has several terraces and a garden. The pool is shared with our other house, Casa Catina (max 4 people)

Heidi's Child, Franschhoek
Situated on a small holding 5km outside Franschhoek, opposite the exquisite La Motte Wine Estate, Heidi’s Barn offers the perfect self-catering base from which to explore the Winelands. A fire pit, outdoor dining area and a large swimming pool (shared with one other cottage) are perfect for summertime relaxation while an indoor wood-burning fireplace and wooden floors throughout make for a cosy winter escape. The barn runs on mains power with solar back up for load shedding.

The Byzantine Chapel Kythira
The BYZANTINE CHAPEL COTTAGE is a truly romantic hideaway. Enjoy complete and total privacy with exceptional sea views and starry nights from your private terrace. LGBTQ+ friendly, clothing optional, and secluded; the chapel is self-contained: comprising a lounge, equipped kitchen (+espresso machine); Shower/WC suite and a mezzanine bedroom. It has its own private access. Experience a perfect night's sleep, wrapped in luxurious bedlinen on a good quality mattress.

Stonelovers® (Heated Pool Optional) - Unit3
Settled in a stunning organic green land, contemplating an amazing sea view, spectacular cliffs, surrounded by pieces of cropland, banana plantations and vineyards, we have found what today is WOODLOVERS. Combining this dream place with our engineering, sustainability, renewable energies and permaculture background, we were pioneers in the construction of the first contemporary 100% WoodHouse in Madeira Island respecting the nature and the natural environment.

Inshallah Beach Cottage Diani (Beach front)
The Beach Cottage is set on our 3 acre beach front property, within a tropical garden just a few steps from the beach. With a subtle ocean view peeking through the Baobab trees, it offers a unique sense of place. With its breezy design, private pool, and waterfall feature, the cottage is a relaxing space to unwind. It’s ideal for couples or solo travellers looking for a quiet, beachside escape.
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