A summer sanctuary where time drifts as slowly as the river. There’s something deeply nostalgic about Riverside Cottage A10 — the kind of place that feels instantly familiar, like a memory you’ve stepped back into. Mornings unfold on the lawn, dew still clinging to the grass, as the sun rises slowly over the water. The river lies still, a mirror for the sky, broken only by the soft dip of an oar or the ripple of a fish beneath the jetty. Somewhere inside, the smell of coffee drifts through the kitchen, mingling with the sound of laughter spilling from the stoep.

Days find their own pace here – breakfast stretches lazily into mid-morning as the first towels appear on the grass, a book in one hand and a cold drink in the other. Children gather at the edge of the jetty, toes skimming the surface before jumping in, squealing as the cool water breaks the quiet. The lawn becomes a playground of towels, games, and laughter — that happy hum that defines long summer holidays.

Afternoons are made for easy living. The stoep’s wide wooden table fills with lazy lunches that turn into card games, laughter echoing over the water. Someone disappears to the hammock for a nap, someone else to the jetty for a quiet moment alone with the river. The house breathes with life — open doors, voices calling from room to room, and that endless rhythm of inside to outside, sun to shade. The air carries the scent of braai smoke and river reeds, blending into something that feels like home.

Inside, the cottage wraps around you with warmth and ease. Wooden accents, open spaces, and a mix of textures that speak of comfort and simplicity. There’s room for everyone — sprawling bedrooms that invite slow mornings, a kitchen designed for the unhurried chaos of shared cooking, and corners that feel lived in, loved, and made for rest.

Riverside Cottage A10 is large enough for families and groups, yet never loses its sense of intimacy. Upstairs, three light-filled bedrooms and a bathroom overlook the garden and river beyond, while downstairs, the open-plan living and dining areas connect seamlessly to the stoep. A fourth bedroom and full bathroom are tucked quietly nearby, while the converted garage provides an extra, easygoing space with its own bathroom — ideal for guests, teenagers, or those who prefer a little extra privacy.

At Riverside Cottage A10, the river is always part of the story. It’s there in every reflection, every soft splash, every gust of wind that stirs the reeds. It anchors the days, frames the view, and reminds you, again and again, to slow down. Because here, life moves differently. It’s quieter, easier, and beautifully simple — the way holidays are meant to be remembered.