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Film and photoshoot locations

We have traversed the world for over two decades, curating a diverse portfolio of homes and safari lodges in gorgeous settings, with incredible architecture and off-the-charts interiors. The result? Bring us your brief, and we will find you the perfect backdrop for your next film or photoshoot!

Themes

No matter your theme – be it Nordic, French, classic or neutral – Perfect Hideaways has a location for every interior and exterior style set in a myriad different landscapes – a dream for photographers, filmmakers or creative directors.

Nordic look

Comfortably minimalist, often white or neutral and always soothing on the eye, the elements of our Nordic-style locations can be as uncluttered or gently nurturing as you like. View More

French style

The French Huguenots have shaped South Africa’s Cape Winelands since the 1680s so their architectural and decor style remains to this day. So why not choose the Cape instead? View More

Classic homestead

Looking for large properties with gracious gardens and magnificent views that are easily accessible within the city? You’ll be spoilt for choice here in South Africa. View More

Neutral palette

You’ll discover a plethora of neutral interiors in our Inner city apartments, beach villas, manor houses and country farms, each with a palette of gentle, calming hues. View More

On the beach

From the tropical East Coast to the rugged Atlantic shores, and the glamour of Cape Town’s beaches, South Africa offers diverse coastal hideaways, from white sand to cliffside retreats. View More

Modern

From architecturally striking coastal homes to urban escapes and safari lodges, we offer diverse options. Simply send us your visual brief, and we’ll connect you with the perfect design. View More

Winelands

Discover luxurious villas, historic farmhouses and stylish cottages, each with picture postcard views of the Cape Winelands vineyards and mountains surrounding Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl and Tulbagh.

Ocean views

With over 2 850 kilometres (1 770 miles) of coast stretching along this southern tip of Africa, South Africa’s shoot locations offer the most diverse ocean views in the world, with the added benefit of being able to base yourself in luxury accommodation for the duration of the shoot.

Choose from Cape Town’s spectacularly beautiful ocean views or the wilder shorelines of the rugged West Coast, to the fynbos-bordered bays of the Overberg and Garden Route and tropical KwaZulu-Natal.

Mountain views

Whether it’s Table Mountain, the lofty peaks of the Cape Winelands, the undulating coastline of the Overberg or dramatic Cederberg and Karoo landscapes that you’re looking for, Perfect Hideaways has a mountain view location for every brief.

Imagine combining this setting with historic farmsteads, Cape Dutch Manor Houses, contemporary city villas, humble country cottages or even a beach house with mountain views. Expect jaw-dropping vistas, spectacular light no matter the season and unique settings.

Farms

From traditional farmhouses steeped in history to contemporary wine farms, we have a broad mix of idyllic rural settings in our portfolio. Some are working farms, some not, but all are located in tranquil landscapes with beautiful views, whether you’re in search of rolling pastures, vineyards or rustic charm.

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22 Degrees East

Prince Albert, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa

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Akkerbos

Stanford, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

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Aldourie Castle

Loch Ness, Highlands, Scotland

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Alladale Lodge

Ardgay, Highlands, Scotland

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Bobbejaanskloof

Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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Buchubos Villa

Banghoek Private Nature Reserve, West Coast, Western Cape, South Africa

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Buffelsdrift

Ladismith, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa

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Colmant Manor House

Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa

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Corymbia Farm

Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa

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De Hoek

Barrydale, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa

Classic heritage homes

We specialise in lived-in heritage homes, where history and authenticity blend seamlessly with the comforts of today’s lifestyle. Each one is unique and with a deep sense of nostalgia.

Natural beauty

Discover secret southern Africa through our eyes for your next film production: we do cosmopolitan Cape Town and its magnificent mountainous backdrop, natural forest, sub-tropical estuaries, Cape Winelands, rolling wheat fields, desolate coastlines, scenic splendour on the Garden Route, semi-desert Karoo landscapes, blue skies and wild bushveld

Surrounded by nature

Need semi-desert, lush gardens and forests or rolling grasslands? Pretty coastal coves, long beaches, glorious gorges, mountain peaks and wild open spaces? You’ll find it all here. View More

Long driveways

Ultimate car shoot location? Need a long drive through grasslands, forest or an avenue of trees leading to a beautiful property? Farm track or 4×4? We have them all. View More

Isolated homes

We’ve got you sorted here: whether you’re seeking never-been-seen-before locations from lush hillsides to semi-desert, winding rivers, desolate seascapes, mountain eyries, hidden valleys or forests. View More

On the river

Gentle farm streams, mountain rivers with cascading waterfalls, tea-coloured pools in wild landscapes, little known waterways in city forests, rivers running through fertile valleys: you name it, we can find it. View More

Tree houses

South Africa’s treehouse trend began with safari lodges, but because of our mild weather the rise of the urban treehouse is gaining momentum. Some glam, some rustic, but all magical!. View More

Magnificent gardens

Glorious sunshine makes glorious gardens and there’s no doubt about it, the Cape’s fynbos gardens are the world’s most intriguing. But we also have formal gardens, wild gardens, sculpture gardens, Alice-in-Wonderland-style gardens. View More

Karoo semi-desert

Captivated by the Karoo? Characterised by ancient rock formations and scrubby yet remarkably resilient plants bursting into flower when rains come, this semi-desert landscape is simply remarkable. View More

Pools

Need a rim-flow pool with a mountain or sea view? Will it be a sleek lap pool, eco-pool or 70’s bean-shaped pool? A natural grey, bright blue or even a pink pool?

South Africa can offer a swimming pool in every shape, size or colour in a multitude of landscapes, many of which are in convenient urban locations but with striking views. In fact, you’ll find it hard to choose!

City living

From striking architectural marvels and inner-city glamour, to quirky artists’ homes and characterful beach houses, Cape Town offers film and shoot locations in every design style, along with pristine beaches and dramatic mountain settings.

Our cityscapes are both contemporary and historic, many with views of the mountain and sea, making our shoot locations unrivalled in southern Africa for their sheer diversity, along with superb weather almost year-round.

Brands who love our film locations

Have a brief from a top-end retailer, sports, fashion, decor shoot? Film production company, reality show or blockbuster series? Here are some of the clients and advertising agencies in South Africa and abroad who have enjoyed working with us…

Artistic spaces

Looking for graffiti? Sculpture gardens? Home of a famous artist? You’ll find it here! Our portfolio of artists’ homes and creative spaces offers everything from utterly quirky and often colourful escapes, to stand-out interiors showcasing a carefully curated private collection or artisanal craft, sculpture and even ceramics.

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Djinn Palace

Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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Bahari

Llandudno, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Bishops Hall

Bishopscourt, Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Black Barn

Hout Bay, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Blackwood House

Hout Bay, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Bobbejaanskloof

Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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Buffelsdrift

Ladismith, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa

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Castle Elvira

Trepuzzi, Puglia, Italy

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Cloudbreak

Bishopscourt, Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Coastal Bliss

Llandudno, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Safari

Home to some of the most stylish safari lodges in Africa, our world-class bush locations are surprisingly diverse with convenient air access and road networks for back-up teams and equipment.

Islands

Looking for an idyllic island setting with dreamy beaches and crystal clear aquamarine waters? Discover our handpicked locations on the tropical islands of Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar, the Maldives and Caribbean.