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Johannesdal Villa

Pniel, South Africa

South Africa / Cape Winelands / Johannesdal Villa

An eclectic rustic-chic farmhouse imbued with all things whimsical and beautiful

This lovely flower farm, conceived and developed by two South African florists, is a sensory overload with enough artful eye candy to fill a lifetime. In the words of Johanendal’s curators, Chris Willemse and Dane Erwee, the farmhouse is 'an expression of admiration for all things beautiful.

Gazing toward the craggy Drakenstein mountains, the setting inspires a sense of awe defined by manicured hedges, wild grasses, and a delightfully designed lap pool.

And if, on the off chance, you feel like leaving this divine oasis, Paarl, Franschhoek, and the rest of the Cape Winelands are only a stone’s throw away. Without a doubt, one of our favorite rentals in the Cape Winelands.

“The farmhouse, with its minimalist, urban design at first appears to be closed off to the outside world. However, upon entering the home, one immediately senses a profound connection between inside and outside.”

—Owners of Johannesdal Villa

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the look.

Designed by Henri Comrie, you won’t find anything cookie-cutter here. Instead, spaces ooze personality and charm — a delightful Wunderkammer of curated artworks, upcycled furniture, overgrown plants, and curiosities that together create a narrative of whimsical beauty. Oversized beds draped in crisp white linens and woolen throws guarantee a blissful slumber, and even the bathrooms are a delightful canvas of curated bespoke treasures. Designed to blur the boundary between inside and out, expansive sliding glass doors frame the abundant greenery with interior spaces flooded with natural light, handpicked flowers, and leafy plants.

the experience.

objets d’art

Marvel at the storied treasures and art throughout the house.

delightful gardens

Relax in the light-filled rooms with views of the surrounding fruit orchards, flower fields, and vineyards. Walk through the manicured lawns or lounge poolside, taking in the mountain views.