Montagu, a city in South Africa’s Western Cape, once called Agter Cogman’s Kloof, is the South African version of Route 66. It’s between Oudtshoorn and Cape Town founded in 1851 as a farm famous for its picturesque mountain scenery surrounded by vineyards, herb plantations, and fruit orchards with hot mineral springs dotting the landscape. Bloupunt Peak and other rock formations overlooking town offer exciting trails for hiking, mountain biking, and kloofing. Route 62 leads you to Robertson Wine Valley, the world’s longest wine route and producers of the country’s top class wine. Enjoy an exciting stay in this charming Victorian town where wine, food, and refreshing scenery overflows. Check our list below for Airbnb vacation rentals in Montagu and book them now!
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 February 04, 2024.
1. Tranquil cottage near many hiking trails (from USD 38)
Take in the tranquility of Montagu from this one-bedroom cottage that sleeps up to two people. This home is an ideal place for a romantic getaway thanks to the peaceful surroundings. The kitchen has a toaster and a microwave for your dining needs. The host also provides complimentary muesli, rusks, fruit, roasted coffee, tea, and milk sourced from local farmers.
As for places you can visit, this home is only 350 m (1148 ft) from several hiking trails. It is also close to several restaurants, shops like SPAR Montagu, and attractions like Montagu Nature Garden.
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the bed was lovely as was the private courtyard at the back of the cottagethe small kitchen is well equipped and the breakfast was goodmarchelle's and kotie's cottage is just wonderful we loved the little details and the bed was very comfortableCleanliness:
perfectly clean and just what was neededwhat a lovely stay it was exceptionally cleana beautiful and clean place that i would recommend to anyonethe place is great really clean and perfect for a couplethe place was beautiful and sprarkling cleanHost:
great hosts facilities privacy and value for moneyshe was warm and friendly and this really helped set the tone for my stay in montagubeautiful room and very kind peoplea perfect place to come home to and wonderfully gracious hostsa really quaint spot indeed and the hosts were so welcoming highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
really nice little spot close to the hikeswe really enjoyed staying at marchelle and kotie's placegreat accommodation perfect location and a more than warm welcomeit is a lovely place with everything guests might need and the location is greatlovely cosy place perfectly situated for a stroll into town
2. Alpaca Inn (from USD 105)
The inn on a farmland estate is walking distance to Montagu near Marloth Mountains and Kinga River. The massive single level cottage of colonial Dutch design has high vaulted ceilings, freshly painted walls, and decorated with a mix of vintage and modern furniture. The covered furnished veranda opens to a vast land with a plant nursery and where adorable farm animals roam freely. Enjoy the surroundings of a refreshing natural mountain and rivers scenery perfect for watching sunsets, having BBQs or small family gatherings like an intimate wedding reception. The huge bedrooms contain a total of two queen-size beds and a crib with the addition of two single beds in lounge area can sleep a total of 9 guests comfortably. The living room, lounge, fully stocked kitchen, dining area, and gaming area share the open layout that extends to the veranda. Two private bathrooms have hot water and free toiletries. Modern conveniences like an indoor fireplace, laundry facilities, desk space, outdoor pool, and free parking are provided. Luggage dropoff and cleaning services for a fee are available.
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the view is amazing the garden is beautiful the rooms very spacious and a well-equiped kitchenpool table good quality with spare que tips table tennis balls even filter coffee jams and olivesthe rooms are gorgeous and the kitchen space is perfect with many kitchen utilities availablethe rooms felt secure the bed and pillow are extra fluffy and the shower is incredibleCleanliness:
the cottage was very clean and we felt very at homethe house is clean and comfortable and was perfect for the two of usthe house and garden are beautiful with many details to explore inside it is very clean and cosya beautiful spot off the main road which gave us a clean and good nights sleepthis place is a gem it's stylish quite comfy and cleanHost:
staff are so welcoming and warmsupport staff were great considering we didn't give much notice before arrivinghospitality is great staff are on hand to assist with your every needthe housekeepers petrus and shiba are very kind and helpfulour stay was delightful and the house staff were amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and very close to town easy walking distancefantastic getaway close to cape townclose to restaurants and beautiful scenerygreat little place close to townit's a walkable distance away from restaurants and stores yet the place feels very peaceful and remote
3. Comfortable private guestroom (from USD 27)
Up for rent is a private guestroom detached from the main house of the owner and surrounded by a lush fruit garden. It’s in a quiet residential area of Montagu, walking distance to the town center, bars, and restaurants with a beautiful view of the mountains and farmlands. The small cottage has one bedroom with a King-sized bed cozy for two guests, a seating area, a tiny library, cabinets, and a coffee corner provided with heating and free Wi-Fi. The small ensuite bathroom has a sink, toilet, and an enclosed shower with free toiletries. Guests may use the patio, swimming pool and parking area in the garden.
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visited during winter electric heater and electric blanket in the room were appreciatedthe view from the room is absolutely stunning: mountains flowers and fieldsa wonderfully secluded place stunning views and fabulously comfortablevery comfortable and classy ccommodation with beautiful vieweveryrhing from the room to the views to the warmth of sue and hennie was excellentCleanliness:
the room was clean and attractivethe room is clean and the bed ist very comfortabletheorie guesthouse is really clean and nicely decoratedit was clean and comfortable and had everything we neededvery neat tidy and cleanHost:
sue was a great host very helpful with any questions we hadsue is a fantastic hostsue was a wonderful host we really enjoyed our relaxing stay in montagusue is a superb hostsue and hene are excellent hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
glorious mountainous setting yet close enough to townlocation was good for the townbeautiful location peaceful and restful staythe location is walkable to all of montagu which is a cute little timeeasy walk to town centre for restaurants and bars; perfect position for exploring the scenic region
4. Self-catering apartment (from USD 37)
The gorgeous apartment in the quiet area of Montagu is surrounded by a beautiful mountain scenery. Though shops and restaurants are nearby, the flat has a fully stocked kitchen that guests can use to cook a complete meal. The two bedrooms furnished with a queen-sized bed and two single beds can sleep up to four guests are provided with fresh linens, heating, free Wi-Fi, desk space, tall wardrobes, and baby equipment available when requested. The cozy living room with cable TV, dining area, and kitchen share the open layout. The spacious bathroom has a basin sink, toilet, and enclosed tub and shower with hot water. The furnished terrace is for lounging and entertaining visitors while enjoying mountain views. The shared outdoor pool guests can use is off limits to kids. Long-term stays and luggage dropoff are allowed.
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enjoyed a dip in the pool and the comfortable mattressesthe place is as described and the beds were very comfortablepanel heaters and blankets for winter and the rooms were nice and warm when we arrivedthe pool was an extra bonus particularly on hot afternoonseverything was great there is generous space in the apartmentCleanliness:
quite clean and comfygreat clean and spacious accommodationit is a clean placeit was very clean and quietamazing clean and lovely placeHost:
lovely place and super friendly hosthost was great and very helpfula pleasant and friendly hostcarla is a very nice hostcarla was a very nice hostRead more reviewsLocation:
very comfortable and good locationincredibly beautiful location - 15/20 min walk to the centre of townthis house is in a lovely peaceful location but also close to the main town of montagugreat place definitely worth a visit and great location for easy access to rock climbingsituated in the most beautiful place surrounded by mountains
5. Home in a cul-de-sac (from USD 78)
This lovely single level home is at a cul-de-sac of a quiet Robertson area a block away from restaurants and near wineries. It offers a pleasant stay for five guests, very spacious and wheelchair friendly with a ramp and a two-car garage. The kids can play on the wide lawn while adults can have barbecues under a covered patio. The cozy living room shares the space with the dining area and furnished kitchen. The three huge bedrooms have a total of two queen-sized beds and one single bed with free Wi-Fi. Two private bathrooms are supplied with hot water and free toiletries.
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all rooms are equipped with a ceiling fan and big windowsit's also very quiet and comfortableCleanliness:
nice clean and comfortable stay for an affordable ratethe place was lovely and clean and gerda was very helpfulspacious clean great communication and very helpful host value for money to be recommendedthis is a very tidy neat lovey place to stayHost:
host was friendly and very helpfulgerda is a pleasant host who was ready for us when neededtop host and home was great thank you gerdashe was so friendly and helpful when we arrivedgreat stay very friendly and accommodating hostRead more reviewsLocation:
super central to everything you needgood place to stay in montagu central location within walking distance of restuarantsa nice house to stay in a good locationwe felt at home had everything we needed and could explore the exquisite countryside easily from the locationa pleasant place to stay and easy to find
6. Private guestroom in Alpaca Paddocks
One or two guests enjoy warm accommodations in the private guestroom of Alpaca Paddocks. The farmhouse is in the fringes of Montagu at the foot of the mountains with farm animals roaming freely on the land. The room has a queen-sized bed, with free Wi-Fi, and desk space. The shared bathroom has free essentials. Free breakfast of farm fresh produce and free on-site parking are provided. Guests share common areas with the owners like the fully equipped kitchen and cozy living room.
10.26 km (6.4 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine ExperienceAccommodates: 2
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private room in the house; shared amenitiesthere is a comfortable double bed and janet was a very friendly and hospitable hostour room was warm and comfortablethe room is neat and the bed incredibly comfortableHost:
the host was very welcoming and kindthe host is very nice and friendlyshe has a lovely authentic home with friendly pets and is a wonderful hostjanet and simon are wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome and at homewe also enjoied christmas dinner together with the host and her friends have a fabulous memoryRead more reviewsLocation:
janet's alpaca farm is the perfect place to spend a quiet weekendit was a lovely place to stay and truly get to experience farm lifewe strongly recommend this place if you are looking for something different
7. Klein Nektar farm cottage
This lovely little cottage is in the Klein Nektar estate farm in Montagu, walking distance to shops and diners, surrounded with a Chardonnay vineyard, a fruit orchard, citrus grove, and the majestic Langeberg mountains. Enjoy refreshing strolls through the greenery and along the shores of nearby Kingna River. The farm style bungalow has white-painted brick walls and ceiling that gives a rustic vibe. The open layout features a living room with wicker furniture warmed with an indoor fireplace and a fully-equipped kitchen with a dining area sharing the space. The wrap-around covered veranda has outdoor dining furniture so you can eat while enjoying mountain views. The two spacious bedrooms each have queen-sized beds to sleep, four guests comfortably. Simple luxuries like hot water in the private bathroom, free on-site parking, and baby equipment upon request are provided.
Montagu, Western Cape, South Africa
6.69 km (4.2 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine ExperienceTop guest reviews
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we loved the fresh flowers in the roomslovely well appointed comfortable cottagethe 2 br with bath and kitchen offered lovely space for an adult family of 4you can walk to a view great places to have breakfast lunch and dinnerit’s nicely decorated and would be quite comfortable despite lack of electricity if only a little warmerCleanliness:
very clean and spacious perfect for a couple of days getawaythe house was sparkling clean and had everything we neededa fantastic place lovely fresh and cleanthe cottage was so clean and we slept so wellHost:
the farm manager was very welcoming and helpfullovely estate lovely apartment great hostour host was very welcoming and we truly enjoyed our stayvernon the farm manager who let us in was very helpful with all the questions we hadvernon was the perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
very quiet and peaceful yet within walking distance to townso much fun walking distance to town and good restaurantslovely little cottage within walking distance to the town centerit’s a nice place very cozy and with good locationsuper friendly host and beautiful house with the best location in the middle of olive and wine trees
8. Stoepsit Garden Cottage
The property is in a quiet area near the town center surrounded by a garden and mountain views. Up for rent is a guest suite that is a separate structure from the main house spacious enough to host two guests. The simple one-floor layout features a small lounge with cozy leather armchairs, a fully equipped kitchenette, a bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and a private bathroom offering hot water showers and free toiletries. The spacious covered veranda has a tiny dining area and cushioned wicker sofas. Basic luxuries like free Wi-Fi, heating, laundry facilities, use of outdoor pool, free parking, luggage dropoff, and a 24-hour staff to attend to their needs are provided.
6.95 km (4.4 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine Experience
9. Abigail's Garden cottage
The well-decorated apartment is an intimate space for four guests. It’s in a quiet residential area of Montagu central 10 minutes away from pubs, restaurants, and near hiking trails on the steep hill of Kanonkop. The pet-friendly home has a wide garden with the owner’s pets roaming freely and scenic mountain views are enjoyed by guests. The interiors are updated with a fresh coat of paint and decorated with vintage and modern furniture. The cozy living room shares the space with the fully equipped kitchen. French doors open to a covered furnished patio. The bedroom contains a thick cushioned double bed and sofa bed that sleeps, four guests comfortably warmed by a fireplace and furnished with tall wardrobes, air-conditioning, TV, and Wi-Fi. The private bathroom has bath essentials and hot water. The owner allows luggage dropoff, long-term stays, and free on-site and street parking.
Montagu, Western Cape, South Africa
7.74 km (4.9 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine Experience
10. Modest studio cottage
The guest cottage is in a property 4km (2.49 mi) to Avalon hot springs and 3km (1.86 mi) to the nearest restaurant in Montagu, Western Cape. Guests have full privacy with their own entrance and a garden with a furnished patio between the cottage and the main house. The cottage is a studio with a modest space and open layout suitable for two guests. The lounge with a sofa bed that could sleep an extra guest, fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, a huge thick-cushioned bed that sleeps two adults, and a private bathroom with hot water and toiletries share the open plan on one floor. Conveniences like heating, desk space, Wi-Fi, washing facilities, baby equipment, free parking, free breakfast, luggage dropoff, and long-term stays are provided.
Montagu, Western Cape, South Africa
6.32 km (4.0 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine ExperienceTop guest reviews
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we really appreciated the way they prepared our light breakfast with some sugar and coffee cups and teathe guesthouse is fully equipped and very comfortablea lovely self contained garden apartment with beautiful views to the mountains in a peaceful areaa very comfortable and secure cottage with really friendly hostsluxurious toiletries available in a lovely bathroomCleanliness:
the place was so clean and it had the smell of lavender and clean linenthe place was clean and comfortableclean neat and pleasant to stay atthe place was very clean and fully equippedthe accommodation is clean and comfortable and well situatedHost:
hosts are awesomelovely hosts and lovely placevery friendly hosts :)our hosts were very warm and friendlylovely host great hospitality and the attention to detail was wonderfulRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location surrounded by mountainsdefinitely a place to visit again in the near futurewalking distance to the steeple as an added bonus for rock climbersdon’t miss an opportunity to stay in this lovely locationwhat a wonderful place to stay
11. Charming cottage
The tiny cottage is in Pietersfontein, a secluded farming area 20km (12.42mi) away from Montagu. It’s surrounded by a vast farmland with a perimeter fence that keeps the free-roaming pet dogs away from the guests. It’s across the lake where guests can go fishing, strolling, and cycling and a private outdoor swimming pool and gym. Its lovely modern interiors have a resort like a motif. It has vaulted wooden ceilings, marble tiled flooring, and an open layout shared by a dining area, comfy living room, and furnished kitchen with breakfast counter. To sleep four guests, the two bedrooms have a queen-sized bed and two single beds plus a sofa bed in the common areas. The main suite has sliding doors that open to a furnished covered patio with relaxing outdoor views. Enjoy heating, indoor fireplace, desk space, TV, laundry facilities, free parking, and long-term stays.
Montagu, Western Cape, South Africa
10.53 km (6.6 mi) from Platform 62 - Wine ExperienceTop guest reviews
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the view was spellbinding and the facilities comfortablespacious bedroom and bathroom well-equipped kitchen and a fantastic patio/braai area with beautiful viewsstylish and comfortable cottagecomfortable warm beds and beddingthe cottage was wonderful; sparkling clean well appointed and with a beautiful patio plunge pool and gardenCleanliness:
very clean place and very beautifully furnishedaccommodation is clean and very nicely put togetherthe cottage is clean and you have your own private pool and gardenthe accommodation itself was wonderful - neat clean and with great viewsHost:
libby is an awesome hostthe hosts are extremely welcoming and make you feel at homeyou were indeed a great hostlibby is a brilliant attentive hostbrilliant hospitality from lovely people and friendly dogsRead more reviewsLocation:
neat place in a secluded locationa wonderful serene and scenic locationwe loved the remote location and the sound of silence at the cottagelibby’s place was the perfect remote getawayabsolutely idyllic location and perfect for a couple of small family
Cute, cozy cottages
Most of the vacation rentals in Montagu are cozy little cottages surrounded by vast farmlands with panoramic views of the mountains. It’s the perfect countryside escape with your family and loved one or when you want to be alone to unwind. Enjoy the best wine and farm fresh food these rentals offer along with the warmest accommodations. Book these rentals when you drop by Montagu!
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