Art From The Heart

My immediate surroundings are just an intuitive extension, expression of myself.

Here, art is the flow of imagination that is played out in the field of time. We breathe and live art every moment of the day without realising it, through all our senses. I would love for you to experience it here… it soothes the soul! … and the subliminal feel-good will bring you back.

When you visit Elsa Cornelissen’s art house, you get a lot more than expected. This is clearly not just a well-deserved break ”away from it all”. From the moment you enter this art haven, you experience a unique sense of energy and style. There is tranquillity and a warm feeling that you belong.

Situated in Hartbeespoort, only 40km from Pretoria and 60km from Johannesburg, it is a wonderful weekend getaway.

The eye feasts on beauty, not only the art on the walls, which is, for the most part, for sale. It also feasts on a sculptured garden, with so much creation emerging from every corner and nook.

Elsa managed effortlessly to give you, the visitor, the “shangrila” of now.

All rooms are air-conditioned and have self-catering facilities.

ROOM 1: Smokey Charcoal

Entering the room, you will find yourself surrounded by original art pieces created by Elsa. The colours, together with the soft lighting, enhance the carefully chosen pieces, the queen-size bed, and the Persian Carpets. The en-suite bathroom adds to the luxurious feel. The well-equipped kitchenette has its own private entrance and access to a private part of the garden and pool. [Gallery]

ROOM 2: Cadmium Scarlet

The warm colours of Africa- reds, ochres- raw wood finishings welcome you as you enter this special haven.
A double bed, an en-suite bathroom, quality linen, rugs, and carefully selected pieces remind you that this is a small part of Africa. It is uniquely charming. Access to the pool and garden. [Gallery]

ROOM 3: Italian Earth

“Calm and Cosy” would describe your experience as you enter this space. Equipped with a coffee station, fridge, and microwave. The private, intimate courtyard guarantees a relaxed stay. You know that your morning coffee or sundowners can be enjoyed in peace while, once again, you are surrounded by art and artefacts. Access to the pool and garden. [Gallery]

ROOM 4: Starry Nights

Starry Night Room (predominantly yellow)
“How wonderful the colour Yellow is!! It stands for the Sun!”
Feel the warm, bright colours of Vincent’s “Wheatfields”; or “Sunflowers”; when you step into the Starry Night room. The walls are overflowing with images of his paintings, which express his deep connection to nature. You find beauty in everything, everywhere. ” Normality is a paved road; it is easy to walk, but no flowers grow on it” – Vincent van Gogh
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ROOM 5: Frida Kahlo

“I am happy to be alive as long as I can paint”
Experience the bright and bold world Frida created through her paintings.
This colourful space offers a glimpse of Frida’s boldness and strength, in her life, her paintings, hand er beloved Mexico
” I paint self-portraits because I am so often alone, because I am the person I know best” Frida Kahlo [Gallery]