Lush green gardens in front of a white cottage at Temenos Retreat in McGregor

Our Cottages

All of our stays include a FREE delicious breakfast. Each cottage is fully equipped for self-catering, features its own private patio, and gives you the option to enjoy all of Temenos’ wonderful facilities.

Vibrant orange lilies blooming in front of white garden structures at Temenos Retreat in McGregor

Specials & Seasonal Packages

  • Pensioner Specials…
  • Caregivers Specials…
  • Gift Vouchers…
  • Solo Retreat…
  • Long Stay Special…

Garden Cottages

These four beautiful thatched cottages are situated around our duck pond, right in the heart of the Temenos gardens. They are the perfect, peaceful hideaway for nature lovers.

Assisi

It was our very first cottage at Temenos! It features a shower and a private garden patio. Buried in its foundations is a rock from Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis—so it’s little wonder the birds love hanging around this one.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

CARMEL

Nestled in a grove of trees, this cottage is especially popular during the hot summer months. It features a shower, a lovely fireplace, and a very private back veranda to enjoy the shade.

  • Double bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • King size bed available on request
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

SUBIACO

This peaceful cottage in the very heart of the garden features a shower, a lovely fireplace and a private garden with a braai area.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

SANTA CHIARA

A very peaceful and private garden cottage featuring a cozy fireplace and an outdoor patio.

  • Double bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • King size bed available on request
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

LIBRARY SUITES

We have four lovely Library Suites adjacent to our beautiful garden library. These are very quiet, cozy retreats, ideally suited to guests who enjoy their privacy. Choose from one of our four quiet Georgian suites, each complete with its own private patio and fireplace.

LISIEUX

A quiet cottage within walking distance of our garden library. Overlooks the wild garden.
King Size bed on request.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Bath
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

JAMIL

A very private corner of Temenos with its own fireplace and quiet garden and braai patio.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

Avila

A popular cottage for its privacy and easy access to the garden library.
King Size bed on request.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

IONA

Named after the mystical island off the coast of Scotland. It features a freestanding bath—well-loved in winter for its amazing ambiance and morning sun.

  • Double bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Bath
  • King size bed available on request
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

SPIRAL COTTAGES

These two cozy cottages adjoin our beautiful, serene spiral and are situated right next to The Well—the perfect little spot to unwind.

ATHENA

Tucked near our forest spiral, Athena is a wonderfully peaceful retreat. It features a lovely veranda, a built-in braai area, and an excellent fireplace in the bedroom to keep things cozy. It includes both a bath and a shower.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Bath and overhead shower
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

BEULAH

Named after a beloved friend of Temenos whose radiant presence filled our garden. She liked nothing better than to welcome our guests with a warmhearted smile and an angel card. The room has a cozy fireplace, bath, and shower, looks out onto the Spiral garden, and is just a few paces away from The Well.

  • Queen bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Bath and overhead shower
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai

VERITAS

Our most spacious retreat, featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a generous living area, and a beautiful patio overlooking the Temenos gardens.

VERITAS

Our most spacious retreat! This beautiful home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a generous living room, and a fully equipped kitchen for comfortable self-catering. Step outside onto the beautiful patio, overlooking the lush Temenos gardens—the perfect spot to sit back, relax, and soak in the peace and quiet.

  • Double bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • King size bed available on request
  • Self Catering
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Fire Place
  • Built-in braai