Built in the late 1800s, Rosehaven has been well-loved, with sensitive modernisations completed over the years. The home is light, with living spaces that invite guests to sit, breathe and rest. High ceilings and wooden floors are characteristic of the home's provenance, while an earthy colour-scheme and wood-burning stoves all point to Rosehaven's place as a real platteland retreat. Antique furniture contrasted with clean modern lighting, complete this home's offering as a visual treat. The main bedroom has a large sash window overlooking the garden - perfect for morning lie-ins on the King-sized bed. The second bedroom also overlooks the garden, with an Art Deco-style double bed. The third bedroom, with a double bed, overlooks a verdant tranquil courtyard. All bedrooms have high quality, luxurious sheeting, that promotes pressing 'snooze' just one more time. The bathroom has been completely redone, with modern tiling and fittings adding a splash of luxury to the Rosehaven experience. A full bath with a shower over one end is the perfect way to unwind after a long day of relaxation and contemplation in the Rosehaven garden.

I am an Animation Director and 3D Generalist and make animated television commercials and campaigns for a living. I also lecture at a University once a week in Cape Town, where I teach my students the principles of 3D Visualization. I live in Swellendam with my partner Braam. He is a composer who writes beautiful music for feature films, television series and theatre. My interests include the arts, gardening, nature, video games and cooking. I also have four beautiful Maine Coon cats called Tina, Moji, Barbara-Ann and Llewellyn. We are truly blessed to live in Swellendam because it is a beautiful town (and the third oldest town in South Africa) and the nature is spectacular with some amazing hikes in the nature reserves. I recently purchased a home that is listed on Airbnb (Rosehaven Cottage, Swellendam) with the hope to host and meet guests to allow them to explore Swellendam, the surrounding areas and the beautiful Overberg.

Rosehaven Cottage is walking distance from some of Swellendam’s finest restaurants - La Sosta, De Vagebond, Koornlands Restaurant, Christelle’s Bistro and The Garden Shack. The Continent of Sulina Faerie Sanctuary, a favourite for young and old, is just around the corner. The cottage is a located in a quiet residential neighborhood and safe to walk, with Golf Course and Marloth Nature reserve in close proximity.