SOUTH AFRICA
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Looking for accommodation with a story to tell? From a converted church and a former prawn farm to a historic corbelled house and an eco-pod hidden on a working farm, these unique stays offer far more than just a place to sleep. Expect heritage, creativity, striking design and memorable experiences in some of the country’ s most remarkable settings. different
Converted Church St Andrew’ s Retreat – standrewsretreat. co. za Set in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands near Mooi River, St Andrew’ s Retreat is a beautifully restored sandstone church dating back to 1906. Once an Anglican parish church built in the style of Sir Herbert Baker, it has been thoughtfully transformed by Paul and Jennifer Hindle into a distinctive luxury retreat. Original architectural features, including stained glass, handcrafted woodwork and a striking bell tower, blend seamlessly with modern comforts. Surrounded by fountain-filled gardens and rolling pastures overlooking the Drakensberg foothills, the retreat offers four elegant en-suite bedrooms and tranquil spaces for reflection, making it one of South Africa’ s most characterful heritage stays.
28 | SPRING 2026 • rovesa. co. za