Graaff Reinet is a magical place in South Africa. It is known for its flat plains hold game farms and livestock that roam its space. Graaff Reinet is around the Camdeboo National Park. Graaff Reinet’s night sky is world renowned for its star gazing. Visitors and locals can see bright, clear stars, far away planets, and distant galaxies, all with the naked eye. The area holds some of the earliest types of one-celled fossil, proof that life began in this captivating part of the world. The Camdeboo National Park has rocky terrain that attracts hikers, camping, and the regions wildlife. The Reinet House is a former church parsonage that is now a museum. It has a doll and clothing collection on display, a mill house and water wheel, a grapevine, Withond distillery, and information about the family that lived there. Browse through the listings shown below to book your private Airbnb vacation rental in Graaff-Reinet, 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 07, 2024.
1. One-bedroom cottage (from USD 35)
This one bedroom, one bathroom cottage is located near shops, museums, and restaurants. The rental is situated on a quiet street that’s just off of one of the town’s main streets. The fully equipped cottage has air conditioning, a washer/dryer, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, and children’s books and toys. The rental is near the owner’s farm, so bird watching, hill walking, and mountain biking are very convenient for guests to do.
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wifi works good tooconsidering all the amenities it offers including good wifi it is also excellent valuethe fireplace and wifi are appreciated touches for travellersthe wifi was excellent and it was a bonus having access to a washing machinevery comfortable hideaway well equipped kitchenetteCleanliness:
very clean and well equipped big spaceclean neat comfortable and very homelyit was spacious clean and extremely comfortablegreat service and very clean and neatthe accommodation itself was very clean and spacious with a great kitchen/lounge areaHost:
hosts were very friendlyhost was so helpful and friendlyamazing hosts we are super friendly and very quick responsesresponses were quick and helpful and our hosts were accommodating of our needsvery hospitable and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
so cute and cosy and very central you can walk into townshort walk to the town with several restaurants with easy walking distancevery safe area and very centralall you need for a comfortable stay within walking distance of many of the cute restaurants in townreally lovely garden house in a good location
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2. Large family suite (from USD 30)
This spacious family suite has plenty of room. It has three beds and can accommodate up to four guests. The rental is right next to a swimming pool as well. The family-friendly space includes air-conditioning, bathroom essentials, linen/towels, Wi-Fi, free parking, a hair dryer, and hangers. The rental has a private entrance and secure parking. The listing is close to many delicious restaurants that serve Karoo region food.
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great nights sleep in the much needed air con roomthe free wifi had a good speed and i was able to send emails from my rooma bonus was definately the wifi - although a tv in the room would have been nicegreat spot comfortable clean room excellent wifi and our kids loved the poolclean facility spacious room with a view of the gardenCleanliness:
wonderful clean and convenient stop overclean and spacious great stop overroom was clean and comfortably equippedthe place is wonderful clean and comfortablewell placed in the town clean and comfortableHost:
sandy is a seriously lovely hostsandy is the perfect hosthosts were very welcominghost is the bestsandy and her husband were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and excellent staygreat location in terms of restaurants etclocation is ideal within a short walk of museums galleries and restaurantsgreat location for our trip down to the coastgreat location incredable hosts
3. Centrally located house (from USD 51)
This four-bedroom and house is only a quick walk from shops, museums, and restaurants. The rental has been recently renovated but contains original features such as yellowwood floors and a fruit and vegetable garden. A number of amenities such as air conditioning, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, heating, a washer, Wi-Fi, free parking, a full kitchen, crib, and children’s books and toys are included with the rental.
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wifi was also particularly usefula beautiful house with a cosy living room to sit by the fireplacebeautiful home in a central location good wifi and helpful hostsbeautiful high ceilings and yellow wood floors farm-style kitchen spacious roomsCleanliness:
great space clean and comfortablespacious super clean lovely spacethe beds were clean and comfortable and the bathrooms big and practicalnice spacious and old world charm apartmentour stay at the townhouse was great ~comfortable clean and spaciousHost:
the hosts are amazinghost was eager to please usthank you very much i can only highly recommend this hostthe hosts are very friendly and helpfulyou are a very helpful and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house in central locationgreat quiet location just a couple blocks from the main streethouse is in an ideal location and a great house overalla house full of character in a great locationthe townhouse is perfectly situated close to shops and restaurants
4. Furnished cottage (from USD 117)
This two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage rental comes with two bikes to explore Graaf-Reinet with. The cottage has a nice veranda with a barbecue that leads into a garden. Guests of the cottage will have an indoor fireplace, TV, free parking, and a fully equipped kitchen. The cottage is located in a quiet area of the town that’s by trees. That furnished rental is located near the town’s center.
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our host was there to meet us and was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great town and perfect location to explore fromgreat location and super easy check in and outit is i a quiet area within walking distance from karolus festival groundskoeloe’s place has loads of character and is delightful
5. Farmstay (from USD 48)
Visualize yourself staying in a rental that’s under an endless amount of blue sky. This three bedroom, one bathroom cottage is located on an organic cattle farm. The area is great for mountain biking, walking, bird watching, photography, and relaxing. During your booking time at this rental feel free to have a barbecue under the starry night sky in the newly built fire pit, or step out into the private the garden to view the local wildlife. Amenities at the rental include air conditioning, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, a washer, Wi-Fi, free parking, a pool, an equipped kitchen, and hangers. Restaurants, museums, cafes, antique shops, a bookshop, and deli are located a short drive from the cottage.
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the firepit pool wifi and small stoep were nice and the beds very comfortablebeautiful and very comfortable cottageCleanliness:
clean spacious rooms comfortable bedsnot five star but nice linens and clean a work in progressHost:
host was terrific and accommodatingthe host was very helpful and responded to any questions in a timely mannerthe outside was really good and the hosts were attentive to our needsour little one was very happy in the pool that the owner just let us usedwill and nilene are perfect hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very communicative hostsa fantastic place to spend some free time in the middle of naturegreat place to relax walk and (next time) ride a bikeit is close to graaff reinet so convenient but good to be out of townexcellent place remote location in the karoo makes this a wonderful weekend breakaway yet still connected
6. Kingfisher lodge guest house
This fully equipped and furnished three-bedrooms and a two-bathroom cottage is near restaurants, shops, and attractions. The host of this rental provides tea, coffee, milk, sugar, and homemade rusks (a type of hard biscuit) to guests. The rental cottage holds up to six guests. The rental is modernized and has free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a washer, and a fully equipped kitchen. The rental is on a quiet street but very centrally located. Shops and restaurants can be reached on foot from the cottage.
7. Private room in historic home
This private room is in a pleasant home that has shiny hardwood floors, cupboards made of Oregon Pine, and a sunny patio that attracts magnificent birds. The home is centrally located and is an excellent example of Cape Dutch architecture. Guests have access to the living room, TV room, back patio, and front/back gardens. Linens/towels, living essentials, WiFi, free parking, and access to a washer/dryer and indoor fireplace. Restaurants are a five-minute walk away from the home.
Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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our room was extremely comfortable with a view of the beautiful garden and swimming poolreally enjoyed our stay aircon in the room for hot days so a super plusthe house has the most beautiful wooden floors and our room was airythe rooms are warm spacious and more lovely than the photos can really showmy bed was extremely comfortable and warmCleanliness:
clean friendly full of local tips and charmevery thing was extremely clean and comfortablevery comfortable bed and extremely cleaneverything was nice and cleaneverything was neat and clean with many lovely details and we felt like homeHost:
sandy was the perfect hostwonderful & gracious hostsexcellent hospitality from two lovely hostsgreat hosts and beautiful homehosts were great and gave great advice for our road trip plansRead more reviewsLocation:
great location centrally located yet securelocation was walking distance to most attractions and restaurantsvery well located to shops and sightssafe and convenient location with plenty of restaurants close byit is perfectly located to places of interest and restaurants
8. Room with patio
This private room has a double bed and a single bed. The rental room opens up to a patio. The room features yellow wood flooring, Oregon Pine cupboards, and high ceilings. Guests can use the pool, living room, dining room, kitchen, television room, and a front and back garden. Conveniences included with the rental are linen/towels, Wi-Fi, living essentials, free parking, shampoo, hangers, and a hair dryer. The home the rental is in it’s near the Valley of Desolation and Camdeboo National Park. Restaurants are only a short walk away.
Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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neat room in a lovely settingthe rooms are neat and tidy and you have full access to all the amenitiesnice comfortable room with direct access to lovely gardenwe had a lovely room than opened out to the veranda and beautiful gardensthe room was nice and looked like on the picturesCleanliness:
we had a lovely stay everything was clean and freshthe house was absolutely clean and the kitchen have all you needthe swimming pool was sparking clean special touches and delicious complementary rusks made for a lovey stayeverything was great the house is very big and the room is spaciousHost:
she was friendly and most welcomingwonderful hosts who are extremely friendly and made us feel like familygreat hosts and super accommodationsandy and carl are great hostshosts were friendly and very hospitableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great you can easily walk everywheregreat place very convenient after long tripwe cant think of a more ideal place to have stayedcentral location and easy access convenient half way stop on a long roadperfect to relax after a trip to the national park
9. Bed-and-breakfast rental
This private room at a Bed and Breakfast is close to restaurants, shops, museums, and cultural sights. The room is ideal for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and even travelers with pets. The large rental room has high ceilings, yellow wood flooring, and shuddered sash windows that open to the clean South African Air. Guests can you use the coffee room, veranda, and garden at the house. The rental includes linen/towels and bathroom essentials like heating, Wi-Fi, access to a washer and indoor fireplace, breakfast, a full kitchen, hair dryer, hangers, and shampoo.
Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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the breakfast was fantastic particularly john’s fried bacon eggs and tomatoCleanliness:
was so nice clean and awesome atmosphereHost:
the hosts were very friendly and hospitablethey were very friendly and accommodatingenjoyed sitting out in the garden in the company of their friendly dogsstunning and warm home with a host who is willing to do anything for youa very comfortable room catering for all your needs and great hosts to compliment itRead more reviewsLocation:
very central beautiful housewe enjoyed a very comfortable and peaceful nights sleep - such a quiet place despite being so centralalso it was only a short walk up the street to two very nice restaurantsthe accommodation is homely central friendly warmgreat location fantastic hosts i will stay with laura again
10. Relaxing private room
This private room at a guest house is the ultimate place for anyone to rest and recharge their batteries at. Guests will wake up to the sounds of birds chirping. The rental is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions. It’s only a short distance to the Camdeboo National Park, Local Museums, and the Valley of Desolation. The rental is located in a garden setting which allows guests to relax in nature. Conveniences at the rental like air conditioning/heating, linen/towels, bathroom essentials, free parking, a coffee maker, refrigerator, private entrance, hair dryer, and hangers ensure that guests are comfortable during their stay. Small children are also welcome at this rental with a baby bath, pack and play, room darkening shades, and window guards.
Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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it was a perfect stop over on our journey and the heater/aircon was great for those cold nightsCleanliness:
clean comfotable and we will stay there againthe bungalow is a quaint clean and quiet and comfortable overnight sitethe place was super confortable and very cleanthe cottage is very clean and has everything you needgracious host good location nice and cleanHost:
she is a super hostshe provided good dinner recommendations and helpful infogreat hosts that i can recommendwhat a friendly host and lovely accommodationwendy-lee and her husband are kind people and made us feel very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within short distance to all amenitiesthere is no kitchen but there are good restaurants close by so it's perfect for a short staywendy’s place is very well located and it is perfect for a long trekking dayit is such a beautiful place to rest in the middle of ur tripa great place in a very convenient area with a friendly host
Beautiful surroundings
Graaff-Reinet is called, “The Gem of the Karoo.” It is surrounded by Camdeboo National Park, spacious grazing areas for livestock, and game farms. If you want to really experience the area, then walking or biking are the best ways to do it. You’ll see the hills and farmlands up close. You’ll marvel at the rock formations in the Valley of Desolation, and you’ll be enchanted by the nature of this ancient land. Reserve your private Airbnb vacation rental to stay in Graaff-Reinet, South Africa!
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