Family-friendly holiday rentals in Magaliesberg

Tranquil One Bedroom Apartment

This light-filled apartment is fully private with its own entrance, separate from the main house—perfect for peace and quiet. Inside, you’ll find a cozy bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, plus a spacious living area with a dining space and a kitchenette for your convenience. The apartment is powered by solar backup electricity and a solar geyser, so you can enjoy a comfortable stay without the hassle of load shedding. We share our home with two dogs and a cat—friendly family pets who love people

Rocknest-An Architect’s Contemporary Mountain Home

Escape & unwind at this extraordinary home. Reminiscent of a Grand Design set location - nestled on the ridge with panoramic views of the city skyline & jacaranda treetops of one of Pretoria’s oldest suburbs. This home combines elements of steel, stone and glass. The relaxing setting is furnished with natural textures, beautiful decor items & Egyptian cotton bedding. Also 100% solar. A truly tranquil getaway inside Pretoria-minutes from the Gautrain, restaurants, embassies & vintage shopping.

The Donkey Dairy Cottage - Farm Stay

The Donkey Dairy is one of a kind! Nestled on the slopes of the majestic Magaliesberg, this working donkey farm is home to a variety of friendly farm animals. On your visit you will be greeted by our alpacas, chickens, donkeys, horses, goats and even camels. If you would like to replace your cell phone’s morning alarm with the crowing of roosters or replace the hooting of cars with the braying of donkeys, the solar powered Donkey Dairy Cottage is the place for you! (2xAdults & 2xKids under 12)

MziliKaya, Hartbeespoort

Nestled on the foothills of a kloof in the Magaliesberg Mountains, you find our selfcatering home “MziliKaya”. It is part of the Silkaatsnek Nature Reserve, home of Giraffe, Wildebeest, Zebra, Waterbuck, Kudu, Impala & various other Antelope, birds, etc. We are situated in the Hartbeespoort Dam area, which uses the slogan “Close to the City, Out of this World” for many reasons. There is no other place in South Africa where you can find such a variety of top quality activities and restaurants.

Willowild Cottage

Your Simple, Serene Johannesburg Retreat Whether you’re in Joburg for business, visiting friends and family, or sightseeing, Willowild Cottage offers a peaceful, centrally-located escape. Just 5.6km from Sandton City and the Gautrain—an 8-minute drive—this charming retreat is nestled in a garden paradise, where guests can enjoy organically grown fruit and vegetables. With secure parking and private cottage access, Willowild Cottage blends simplicity, comfort, and tranquility for an ideal stay.

Tranquility defined

Tranquil setting with spectacular views over the mountains. Situated about 70km from Johannesburg and Pretoria. 100km from Sun City, 130km from Pilanes Berg and 40km from Lanseria Airport. The area offers markets, animal sanctuaries, cable car, restaurants, movie sets, etc. We are in a nature estate with free roaming animals & fauna and flora expected in such an estate. No additional- or day visitors allowed. Possibility of noise from the resort, golf course and building activities.

River House at Utopia

Welcome to our comfortable off-the-grid self catering cabin nestled in the heart of the Magaliesburg mountains. Spend a peaceful retreat in a globally awarded UNESCO biosphere next to the Upper Tonquani Gorge. Relax with your feet in the Sterkstroom river that is situated less than 50 metres away from the cabin. Whether you seek adventure or simply want to relax, our location offers a plethora of activities to delight in, both within our estate and the surrounding areas.

Wild Syringa on Kokopelli Farm

wild Syringa offers self-catering accommodation sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom. There are two bedrooms, a lounge/dining area/kitchen area. The lounge has a fireplace. The bathroom has a bath with overhead shower. The kitchen is fully stocked with cutlery, crockery, fridge and stove. There is a braai facility \. It has a fenced area' The cottage is off grid supplying solar power. Therefor only laptops and cell phones may be charged. No other appliances may be used.

The Log Cabin in Hartbeespoort

Escape to our charming one-bedroom log cabin in the heart of Hartbeespoortdam. Designed with a cozy Bohemian touch, our cabin is perfect for exploring the beauty of Hartbeespoort. After a day of adventure, unwind in an open-plan living space, with a kitchen, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Relax on the spacious patio, take a dip in the swimming pool, or simply soak in the suburban surroundings. Centrally located with a separate entrance and undercover parking.

Incredible Treehouse getaway immersed in nature

Welcome to a peaceful sanctuary away from the bustling city. Discover our Tiny regenerative farm just minutes from the Mall of Africa. Prepare to be enchanted as you retreat to our tranquil tree house, where you'll be immersed in nature's embrace and surrounded by an astonishing variety of bird species. Our Treehouse is now completely off-grid, providing you with an opportunity to embrace sustainable living and disconnect from conventional power sources.

Stunning cottage with Sandton skyline vista

The cottage is a self contained, 2 bedroom cottage, with pool and separate garden in the lush suburb of Bryanston, Sandton. It is suitable for well socialised dogs. Absolutely NO cats. The established garden offers abundant birdlife. Easy access to Sandton, Rosebank CBD and Fourways. Kildoon Cottage is a short driving distance from St Stithians College, St Davids, Brescia House, this offers the perfect family accommodation for School Festivals.

Unique Dome West in Hartbeespoortdam.

Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. Unique, self-catering unit in tranquil setting, with view of the mountains. Close to features like Hartbeespoortdam Cableway, French Toast (Little Paris), Pretville, the Elephant and Monkey Sanctuary etc. This bachelor unit does have a loadshedding solution, with a small electric footprint - electric blanket for the winter.