Stellenbosch was established in the 17th century, making it one of the oldest towns in South Africa. And, just as it is ripe in age, it is also rich in history and culture, not to mention the breathtaking landscapes featuring sublime mountain ranges and enchanting nature reserves. This fine wine town is home to more than enough travel experiences bound to delight the heart and souls of every kind of traveler. Whether you are interested in off-road scooter adventures, touring miniature museums, sampling some of the finest wines in the world, or watching the strange, but entertaining duck parades, Stellenbosch has it all for you. While you plan your trip, however, also remember to plan for a befitting accommodation. In that regard, read below to find out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Stellenbosch, South Africa.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 10, 2024.
1. Luxurious, three-bedroom home in central Stellenbosch (from USD 324)
This is reputed as one of the most spacious and luxurious escapes in Stellenbosch. The location is in a tranquil setting that is also private from any prying crowds, and superb enough to allow you to relax and recharge your inner reserves. It features a total of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious and well-appointed living room, and a full kitchen to help you take care of your gastronomic needs.
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beautiful home stylishly furnished spotless and very comfortablespotless home comfortable and very central location to explore the area on foot or by carHost:
elana was most accommodating will most certainly recommend this facilityhost excellent with communication and we really enjoyed our weekend visiting local wineriesvery well appointed and the various hosts i dealt with were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a stylish placefantastic house in a secure location a stones throw from central stellenboschwell located and highly recommendedgreat modern place centrally locatedgreat location and super safe and comfortable
2. A beautifully renovated townhouse with a private garden (from USD 75)
Located in a residential area, this townhouse features a private garden, where you can relax while enjoying a glass of wine on hot summer evenings. It is a studio-style townhouse with open plan living and features amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, a double bed, a bathroom with shower, a flat-screen TV, and, of course, a gorgeous and tranquil garden for you to enjoy the outdoors. It is in proximity to a variety of restaurants, vineyards, galleries, and museums, among other top attractions in the region.
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thoughtful touches in the roomCleanliness:
really clean and quiet spacethe apartment was beautiful and cleanclean and convenient - good option for stellenboschvery clean place and comfortable bed was a bonusclean and comfy and check-in and out very quick and easyHost:
the hosts are friendly and accommodatingstanford & family were the perfect hostsstanford & family were the perfect hostssuper friendly host with exceptional hospitality and thoughtful touchesthe hosts make the best recommendations and even welcomed me withRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location with great outdoors spacegreat location and value for moneythe location was also good - just a short drive from many wine estatesgreat little place well locatedperfect little getaway close to all the best spots in stellenbosch
3. Newly renovated cottage with a private garden (from USD 80)
This self-catering cottage is nestled in a peaceful residential area, just a short walk away from the town center. It has an open plan layout, featuring a spacious living area, a kitchen with all the essentials needed to prepare meals, a separate dining table, and a bedroom with a double bed, and a shower. Also accessible to guests is a nice and tranquil garden, ideal for outdoor relaxation at any time of the day.
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with a private garden and a fully equipped kitchen the cottage is very comfortablewe stayed for three nights and got an upgrade and enjoyed the fully supplied kitchena double bed was definitely too small for us but your place was truly beautifulwe had an excellent nights sleep on a very comfy bed in a spacious cottagegreat wine on arrival good facilities in the cottage but you do need a car for getting to townCleanliness:
the unit was clean and well equippedwell equipped and very cleanthe apartment is cleanthe apartment is very clean and lovingly furnishedgreat hosts lovely clean and comfortable accommodation in a beautiful garden settingHost:
great hospitality by a great hoststandord is a great hostthe hosts were very helpfulexcellent and helpful hosteverybody was super welcoming and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very close to the heart of stelliesgood location and very hospitablethe location if you are into mountain biking is idealbeautiful apartment situated in a quiet neighbourhoodthe stay was excellent and close by city centre
4. A gorgeous cottage in the heart of the valley (from USD 84)
This awesome cottage sits right in the heart of Jonkershoek Valley, right on the foothills of Stellenbosch Mountain. Though isolated and away from the crowds, it is fully equipped and ready to take care of all your accommodation needs. It is located less than 9 km (5.6 mi) from Stellenbosch University, and an easy walking distance from Jonkershoek and Assegaaibosch Nature Reserves – both of these are World Heritage Sites.
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easy to find comfortable for sleeping and an excellent view of the starsa comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting with lots of thoughtful extras to make your stay a pleasurebeautiful setting and excellent facilitiesit is perfect for a family stay as the main bedroom has the bathroom en suiteCleanliness:
cottage was very clean and homelythe kitchen is well equipped and it is clean and we'll decoratedthe place is very well kept very clean and has a beautiful landscape surrounding itit was clean with plenty of space and the surroundings are beautifulthe place was well furnished and perfectly cleanHost:
the hosts were most wonderfulhayley is a wonderful hostour hosts went out of there way to make us feel welcomea very nice host and very welcomingthe host was actually a super host that made the whole family welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
the place and location is beautifulgreat location for star gazing on a clear nightperfect location if you want to go hiking or wine tastinglovely place in a beautiful locationjonkershoek is a fantastic location and within a stone's throw of many great wine farms and walks
5. A large family home with a gorgeous entertainment area (from USD 206)
If you are coming to Stellenbosch with your entire family, then this is one of the best accommodation options you will have. It features a four-bedroom family home, with a large entertainment area that will delight every family member. Notable amenities include a pool, a sandpit, a gym, and barbecue facilities. The home lies in close proximity to several markets and parks.
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while mum & daddy are relaxing with a glass of wine at the outdoor patio by the poolgreat quality furnishings comfortable beds plenty of kitchen accessories pool towels the worksrené was super helpful flexibel responsive and made us feel comfortable from the first second onoutside space and pool are outstandingmost enjoyable stay in lynette’s extremely comfortable and quirky houseCleanliness:
spacious super clean and pleasant housestylish and extremely clean throughoutvery clean lots of space and great facilitiesit was very spacious and cleanvery clean and everything is in the kitchen that you daily needHost:
host rene is very helpful and was readily accessible to resolve a minor issuethe host is of course not to blame and he did his best to make this more bearablerene is a great host and helpful with local tipsrené was a great host and very accommodatingrene as a host did an amazing job of making sure we were comfortable and settled in wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a great locationgreat spot just outside central stellenboschideal place if you have kids close to all the winefarmsnice and close to centre of stellenbosch and the amazing wine farmssecurity is very good and location is perfect
6. A studio in a quiet neighborhood (from USD 72)
The studio apartment is attached to the main house, though it has a separate entrance for the privacy of the guests. The location is in a very quiet neighborhood, and less than a 10-minute drive to the town center, where you will find a lot of shopping spots, dining and entertainment facilities. The studio features a couch, a king-size bed, a private bathroom, a kitchenette, and a small swimming pool. The studio offers easy access to a myriad of Stellenbosch Mountain’s popular biking and hiking trails.
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views in to the garden from the room and the deck were great - nice place to relaxvalue for money up market and safe environment with beautiful deck pool and gardenamazing en-suite room in beautiful home looking out onto a beautiful gardenCleanliness:
beautiful clean and stylish studio flatclean and quiet get everything you needclean comfy and secure off-street parkingit is a very nice and clean flatthe apartment was very nice and cleanHost:
lovely host helpful and knowledgeable of local restaurants etcanneliese is a wonderful hostgreat place friendly hostsbeautiful garden and a kind hostvery friendly and accommodating hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to explore stellenbosch frompeaceful location surround by treesvery nice location and super roomrecommend a lovely walk through the beautiful suburb to downtown stellenboschit is a beautiful and quiet area but close to everything
7. Self-catering cottage in a peaceful residential suburb of Stellenbosch (from USD 73)
This cottage is nestled in a peaceful residential suburb of Stellenbosch. It features two bedrooms, with the main bedroom having an en suite bathroom. The living area is spacious, complete with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player, and unlimited Wi-Fi. There’s a well-equipped kitchen and an adjacent dining area, where you can enjoy your meals. Also, there is a private back garden with outdoor dining facilities for those hot summer days when you would wish to dine outdoors.
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very well equipped kitchen including tea coffee hot chocolate sugar a small milk and spice rackthere were some personal nice touches like chocolates on the beds on arrivalwifi excellent dstv and we enjoyed the little garden/braai areaCleanliness:
it is clean neat and situated in a quiet areavery clean and we enjoyed our stay in shelley's placeit was very clean the kitchen was very well stocked (including spices) and there was a private backyardHost:
wish i was the owner of this gemshelley is a great host and we had a great stay at her cottageRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely place wel situated in stellenbosh
8. A sunny apartment with beautiful views (from USD 74)
Spend your days and nights in this beautiful and luxurious apartment in Stellenbosch. It has a magnificent white theme that beautifully contrasts the greenery in the intimate outdoor garden and the surrounding areas. The living room, the bathroom, the kitchen, and all the common spaces are immaculately designed for comfort and opulence. Its location is also ideal, given that it offers spectacular hikes in the nearby regions. Plus, plenty of town’s top attractions are located nearby, should you wish to explore the area.
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the wifi works perfectlyeverything we needed was available and the wifi was excellentsuper nice furniture and very well equipped with a large kitchen tv and wlanthis apartment is upscale very comfortable bed big screen tv and very useable kitchenwe also enjoyed using the pool outside which was lovelyCleanliness:
clean spacious and privateeverything is clean and crispy whitespotlessly clean modern and comfortable highly recommendthe apartment was clean and tidy and offered everything we neededthe apartment itself is spotless and part off a beautiful houseHost:
werner was an amazing hostwonderful hosts gave us very helpful recommendationswerner is an excellent hostwerner is just a wonderful and attentive hostwelcoming and warm hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for town and wine regionit is located in a very safe neighborhood very close to downtownit was a great location close to a grocery storebeautiful flat situated within walking distance of stellenbosch centrevery beautiful and well equipped apartment in a elegant and quiet neighborhood close to the city center
9. Elegant Georgian villa with a private pool
This four-bedroom villa is located in a leafy tree-lined avenue with easy access to the town center, where you will find a variety of shops, restaurants, pubs, and galleries, among other attractions and amenities. It is a airy villa with tastefully designed living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, plush bedrooms, and super clean bathrooms. The outdoor space features two patios, an elegant front yard, and a swimming pool, complete with sun loungers.
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
6.42 km (4.0 mi) from De Zalze Golf ClubSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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i loved the heated floors and the beds where very comfy awesome place to stayCleanliness:
micheline's place was clean beautifully decorated and well-equippedthe place was superb and very cleanthanks to micheline and nick for their great place it was very clean and in a great locationthe pool was clean and we were able to take sun in the backyard from 9 to 17lovely family home spacious and amazing outdoor space with a big poolHost:
hosts was very helpfulthe host was very helpful and welcomingmichelline and nick are excellent hoststhe owners were very attentive and proactivebest hosts ever thanksRead more reviewsLocation:
it was ideally located close to stellenboschincredible house with a great location easy to walk to the grocery store or restaurants in townvery good location to visit stellenbosch wine yardsthis is a beautiful house in a great locationthis is an amazing house in a great location
10. A beautiful apartment in the heart of Stellenbosch
The location of this apartment is right in the heart of Stellenbosch, hence, easy access to restaurants, pubs, botanical gardens, and art galleries, among other amenities and attractions. It features a large bedroom, a full kitchen, a spacious living and lounge area, and a large shower with a separate toilet. Also prominently featured is a private balcony that is accessible through a huge glass door from the lounge.
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
4.4 km (2.8 mi) from De Zalze Golf ClubTop guest reviews
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a well designed modern apartment with private balcony privacy and safe off street parkingthe outside space was lovely (shame it was a rainy weekend) and the bed was phenomenally comfortableperfect location secure parking beautiful flat cosy kitchen sundowner deck on topHost:
renee couldn't have been more helpful or friendliersimple space just perfect for stellenbosch exploring lovely hosts comforting little touches and very flexibleRead more reviewsLocation:
rené’s place is perfectly located is the beautiful center of stellenboschthis is truly the best accomodation i could wish for in central stellenboschan extremely nice place to stay— very central quiet and safethe apartment is a quiet like a sanctuary and right next to the heart of this quaint townthere are so many nice places to eat
Enjoy great accommodation in Stellenbosch
Your days in Stellenbosch are likely to be tiring, owing to the numerous activities you may want to engage in. This calls for a comfortable place to lay your head at the end of the day. Consider the above top Airbnb vacation rentals in Stellenbosch, South Africa, for great accommodation options.
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