Perfect StoriesTravel guides, comparisons and tales from our hideaways
Perfect Stories is the Perfect Hideaways journal. Our team writes destination guides, side-by-side comparisons and hideaway profiles for South Africa, the rest of Africa, Europe and the islands, so you can choose where to stay and when to go.
Written first-hand. Our writers know each hideaway they describe.
Facts checked. Sleeps, seasons and rates are confirmed with each hideaway before we publish.
Kept current. Guides show the date they were last updated.
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Guides and comparisons
Straight answers to the questions travellers ask us most, with the facts side by side.
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Stay where the story is
Three hideaways from our stories, each one ready to book.
Not sure which suits you? Share your dates and we’ll match you with the right hideaway.
More stories
Earlier stories from our hideaways and the places around them.
Plan by destination
Each destination page gathers our hideaways in one place, so you can compare where to stay before you enquire.
Questions travellers ask
Each answer opens with the short version and links to the guide that covers it in full.
How is Perfect Hideaways different from Airbnb?
Perfect Hideaways is a curated collection, not an open marketplace. Our team handpicks each hideaway and arranges concierge services, and you deal with us directly before and during your stay. Read the full comparison.
What is an exclusive-use farm stay?
A farm or homestead your group books in full, so no other guests share it. Our farm stay guide compares the ones we offer.
Can I book a hideaway I read about?
Yes. Each story links to the hideaways it features. Open a hideaway page and send an enquiry with your dates, and our team will reply.
Where does Perfect Hideaways have holiday homes?
Perfect Hideaways offers a handpicked collection of hideaways across South Africa, the rest of Africa and Europe, from Cape Town and the Karoo to Puglia, Provence, Mauritius and the Maldives.
Do you also arrange safaris?
Yes. Alongside hideaway stays we offer safaris, bespoke travel and concierge services.
Do you book venues for celebrations and weddings?
Yes. Through Celebrations & Weddings we book hideaways as venues for milestone birthdays, engagements and intimate weddings.
