The Beach Bungalow

49 Newsel Rd, Umdloti, 4319 Durban, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>36</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
36 reviews

The place was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable.very private and safe ..I will.definitely be booking the place a again..walking distance from beach and owners are the most welcoming and friendly people.

Amardien South Africa
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The Beach Bungalow

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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, The Beach Bungalow is located in Durban. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. With free WiFi, this guest house provides a cable flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durban, like walking tours. After a day of snorkelling, fishing or hiking, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Umdloti South Beach is 300 metres from The Beach Bungalow, while Umdloti North Beach is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 11 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.9
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Durban
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  • Amardien
    South Africa South Africa
    “The place was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable.very private and safe ..I will.definitely be booking the place a again..walking distance from beach and owners are the most welcoming and friendly people.”
  • Ngcobo
    South Africa South Africa
    “Nothing beats this location. A short walk from amenities and good restaurants. Phenomenal views of the ocean from every room, with a thoughtful design and good air flow. Love the pool area, private, clean and an all round good space to swim,...”
  • Terry
    South Africa South Africa
    “Veronica and Terry are such incredible hosts. Thanks for a sublime getaway.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Veronica van der Riet

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Veronica van der Riet
Our Bungalow is set in a tranquil property surrounded by forest and is 200 meters from a pristine beach. This is a separate dwelling from the main house. The bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a King Bed. The lounge has a TV with Netflix, DSTV and WIFI. In addition there is an open plan sun-lounge, kitchen and dining room with an expansive view of the sea. The bungalow is well equipped for self catering. Our swimming pool is solar heated keeping the temperature ideal and a dip in the pool is a pleasure . This is an ideal rental for a Couple. We are situated 10km from the local King Shaka Airport. We have solar and inverter so thete is no load shedding and we harvest rain water which is purified through a filter into our taps so our water is very pure. We recycle all waste in house. We pride ourselves on sustainable living.
I have always been hospitable and welcome visitors to our home and area with open arms. I enjoy interacting when meeting new people especially guests in my home. I am active outdoors and enjoy long walks on the local promenade and beach and forest whenever possible. I also do Pilates with a local Instructor who comes to my home. My husband and I enjoy entertaining at our outdoor area which has a built in Pizza oven and Gas barbecue also available for use by our guests.
The neighborhood is primarily a seaside village and is within a marine reserve. Long beach walks are a must to fully benefit from the unspoiled beach. Fishing, collection of muscles and rolling oysters are popular pursuits. The Coastal forest bordering the property is protected with beautiful bush buck and other wildlife, visible from the designated walkways within. Organised Bush walks can be arranged. The area has ten Restaurants, Eateries and Coffee Shops to choose from with a variety of local cuisine. This village also has a Supermarket as well as a Pharmacy, Gift and clothing stores and two Surf shops for active visitors, A spa for pampering. We have a local doctor and Dischem is handy at Marine walk Shopping Centre. Surf or SUP (stand up paddle board.) Lessons are available. Our house is 5 minutes walk from the beach, and 10 minutes to the nearest cuppa on the beach.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Beach Bungalow
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 12:00

 

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prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Beach Bungalow

  • The Beach Bungalow offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Pub crawls
    • Swimming Pool
    • Walking tours

  • Check-in at The Beach Bungalow is from 12:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at The Beach Bungalow may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Beach Bungalow include:

    • Twin/Double

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from The Beach Bungalow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Beach Bungalow is 12.4 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.