WORTH A LOOK

Augusta De Mist This historic house has five elegant suites in a wild, enchanting garden – heed the signs here or you could get quite lost! It’s a luxury choice with fabulous dining, an afternoon cocktail service and next best after Schoone Oordt. From R860 pp sharing B&B. augustademist.com

Cypress Cottage This is an 18th-century guest house with six en-suite rooms decorated with antiques. Great breakfasts are served, and hosts Etienne and Vera van Leeuwen are special. From R400 pp sharing B&B. cypress-cottage.co.za

The Barn This well-furnished, one-bedroom garden cottage in town is in walking distance to restaurants. R680 a night (the extra sleeper couch means it can sleep four). airbnb.com

Elianthe There are 10 rooms in this boutique guest house in the centre of town. I particularly liked Room 6. It’s small and tucked away with a private terrace overlooking the garden. From R425 pp sharing B&B. elianthe.com