It is said that couples who travel together, stay together. Escape reality for a day or two and invest in some quality time with that special someone during the month of love.
South Africa has so many unique accommodation options on offer. While well-known hotels and guesthouses have their place, escaping to a secluded pod on a romantic retreat might just give the heart what it wants.
Reconnect with each other and nature at these recommended romantic pods:
Located just outside of Pretoria, off the N4 highway, Rosemary Hill’s The Pods is a one-bedroom capsule for couples keen on a quick escape from the city. Overlooking a serene pond, these curved cabins offer a cosy yet stylish retreat.
Lounging on a private patio, stargazing from a chill net or cooking up a storm in the fully-equipped kitchenette, The Pods let you soak in nature and love.
Cost: R2350 per pod per night for two people sharing.
Book: www.rosemaryhill.co.za
Bush lovers can escape to The Pods overlooking the Nel family’s private boutique game lodge, Thaba eNtle in Thabazimbi. These private, converted container pods come with wood-fired hot tubs, a braai area and a fully-equipped kitchenette all whilst being fully solar operational. Ultimately, it promises a memorable bush experience with sightings of Sable, Golden Onyx, King Wildebeest and more.
Cost: R3025 (Monday – Thursday) and R3450 (Friday – Sunday) per pod per night for two people sharing.
Book: www.thabaentle.co.za
Located in the Melozhori Game Reserve, this pod boasts luxurious finishes, a wood-fired hot tub, an indoor pizza oven and a massive, 14-metre hammock from which you can stargaze or spot game grazing nearby. It’s the perfect mountain escape for couples keen on exploring the Bonnievale area.
Cost: From R4250 per pod per night for two people sharing.
Couples keen on connecting not only with each other, but also with nature would enjoy staying at Glory Days Cabin on the Oudekloof farm just outside of Tulbagh. Here is the perfect off-the-grid, romantic retreat where you can explore a surreal, natural environment with fynbos and crystal clear rivers on foot, bicycle or even horseback.
Cost: From R2695 per unit per night.
It’s not necessarily a pod, but AfriCamps at Gowan Valley is boutique glamping in The Midlands. The fully furnished tent comes with two separate bedrooms, one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, braai area, a small dining room, a living room and a private outdoor wood-fired hot tub. Guests can also order breakfast and braai baskets for convenience.
Cost: From R1740 per unit per night for two people sharing.
Book: www.africamps.com
These log cabins in the Overberg offer a place to escape the technology-driven world to find love instead. Enter into a wooden cocoon of interconnected rooms, with a private deck offering 180-degree views of nature. It comes with a wood-fired hot tub, stone braai and outdoor lounge.
Cost: From R2700 per unit per night for two people sharing.
Book: www.kolkol.co.za
Whether you opt for one of these romantic pods – either in the scenic Tulbagh valley, a romantic cabin in the bush or elsewhere – pack your S’mores and spend some quality time with your significant other this February.
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