Stellenbosch Vacation Rentals: cottage rentals & more

Discover a selection of 255 vacation rentals in Stellenbosch that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including gardens and backyards and swimming pools. Prices start at $84 per night, and cottages and houses are popular options for a stay in Stellenbosch. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Feb 2020

Paradise!!!

Fantastic House , Garden and Swimming Pool - ideally located in the Stellenbosch wine region. The views across the valley to the mountains were spectacular, and the friendly staff headed by Shereene were wonderful. We thoroughly recommend this resort...

Stayed Feb 2020

Nice space and pool

We enjoyed the location (close to N2 and R44 to connect to many places such as Stellenbosch, Cape Town airport, or The Strand with its beaches) and the pool was our refuge after a hot day! The kitchen is well equipped and great living room/dining roo...

Stayed Jan 2020

Our intro to South Africa

One Swedish and one Irish couple decided to find a secure nice property for 30 days at our first visit to SA with access to golf, wine etc. The place we found was perfect and the house lived up to all our expectations. The only minor mark is that we ...

Stayed Jan 2020

Calm and peaceful

We found De Kraal to be a small and beautiful estate,with a superb swimming pool. The Lemon Tree is a compact cottage surrounded by numerous trees, bushes and flowers. Plenty of outside space to lounge about in and out of the sun. However the site d...

Stayed Jan 2020

A post cruise stay in Stellenbosch

We (two couples) spent the holidays on a 30 day cruise and decided to add a week of wine tasting in Stellenbosch prior to flying home. We all agreed that our week in Stellenbosch was the highlight of the trip. Villa Unique was the perfect place from ...

Stayed Jan 2020

What a beautiful home in a fabulous location!

We spent three nights at the property (2 couples) and couldn't have been more pleased with the comfort, location, amenities and charm of the porch :) Would highly recommend at stay if you're going to be visiting wine country this is the place to lay ...

Stayed Dec 2019

Better than Expected!

What an amazing home! The property was incredible! Our family enjoyed swimming in the pool, sitting on the veranda, shooting pool and grilling every night!!! Thank you for the welcome basket of wine and goodies! We didn’t want to leave! Would love to...

Stayed Dec 2019

Beautiful home, lovely location

We had a fantastic time here. Hillary and Mark were extremely helpful and provided us with great information about the local area. The house was beautiful, perfect for our group of 4 adults and 3 children. Handily located for.Stellenbosch and all the...

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Destination guide

Delight in the waterfront landscape of Stellenbosch

Enjoy the wineries and other features of Stellenbosch. This relaxing city is known for its university setting, spas and cafés. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home—many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.

Activities

Activities and attractions in and around Stellenbosch

Are you hoping to discover attractions to see in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Stellenbosch a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Stellenbosch Golf Club (2 mi / 3.2 km)
Vredenheim Estate (3 mi / 4.8 km)
De Zalze Golf Club (3 mi / 4.8 km)
Van Ryn Brandy Cellar (3.3 mi / 5.2 km)
Rustenberg Estate (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
Waterford Wine Estate (4.7 mi / 7.5 km)

Natural features

Exploring the gardens and other natural features in Stellenbosch

Whether you're an active traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Stellenbosch is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
Butterfly World Tropical Garden (9.2 mi / 14.7 km)
Helderberg Nature Reserve (9.5 mi / 15.2 km)
Blue Rock Adventure Park (13.9 mi / 22.4 km)
Paarl Rock (14.1 mi / 22.7 km)

How to get there

Transportation to and around Stellenbosch

The nearest airport is in Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.), located 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from the city center.

How many vacation rentals are available around Stellenbosch?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 255 vacation rentals around Stellenbosch. From 17 cottage rentals to 149 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.