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6 charming winter getaway homes for under R1mDo you want to cuddle up in front of the fireplace in one of South Africa’s picturesque ‘winter-wonderful’ towns? Take a peek at these charming homes…Bloem workers buy in rural areasWith affordability of homes a key issue among many consumers, a trend has emerged whereby more people working in the Bloemfontein area are moving to the smaller platteland towns where homes are cheaper - and then commute to work.Is downsizing the key to financial freedom and better living? Many homebuyers still link downsizing with a loss of status, especially if they own a large home, but this perception is changing as more realise that smaller properties can enrich their lifestyle.