11 Green Lane, 4225 Umzumbe, South Africa
#3 of 6 hotels in Umzumbe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 52 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
6.7
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Vuyo
South AfricaThe bed is was bot comfortable, they need new beds
Excess to the beach
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
George
South AfricaSelf caterong unit to have Better braai utensils, especially proper braai tongs and wire brush to clean the grids are required as well as a lighter. Can maybe install a fan in the lower area of the bungalow.
Made our own breakfast as we did not stay in the main surf house, we stayed in the self catering unit.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 December 2023
Lea
GermanyBeautiful beachhouse with amazing sunrises. Lovely place! Everything was perfect.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Maresa
GermanyNick and Marina are great Hosts and created a dream getaway for travellers, surfers and Families with their surfhouse. It is located directly at the beach, offers plenty of community space such us a huge terasse and yoga Deck, a tree deck, huge Garden. I Liked the Swing and the hammock.. and their pets: two dogs and three cats are also around. WiFi is Very good. My Favorite: braai initiated by Nick and Marina together with all the Other guests.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Caroline
United KingdomFantastic location right on the beach. Friendly, full of advice and really hospitable management team - loved going to the local surf competition!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Nadine
South Africanothing to complain about.
Just loved the view.. It was very comfortable and relaxing. Location was good. People friendly
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Draveena
South Africathey could cater for gas during load shedding
amazing location....few metres from the beach
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 24 April 2023
Samuel
GermanyWas super relaxing and the atmosphere was fabulous. The location is amazing and can walk from the place onto the beach. A definite must visit. Also great for big families. Loved it!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Tani
GermanyThis place is like heaven! Location is amazing, very beautiful decorated and cozy, super clean and well stocked kitchen. The garden is huge with two lovely dogs and cats you can cuddle and a direct pathway to the beach. I didn’t do much activities sound because the place was just so gorgeous and perfect to spend time at the local beach or sind the house. Staff is super friendly and obliging! Additionally, Nick is a really nice, competent surf instructor - I can only highly recommend to stay at Umzumbe Surf House.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Diphoko
South AfricaN/A
The ocean
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Ramdin
South AfricaNo aircon available for the upstairs room in the bungalow . Gets very hot and stuffy in the evenings. No generators/inverters or UPS when loadshedding hits so there is no cellphone reception to use the phone in case of emergencies. Toilet pressure is poor so you need to flush quite a few times which leads to water wastage even if it is borehole water. Limited parking in the front of the property, overflow parks on the grass but the ground slopes down then up which is difficult for smaller cars to get through and ends up damaging the front bumper.
Large property , close to the beach. Volleyball , surfing and yoga available. Swing on spacious deck with a large outdoor table for entertaining. A treehouse with spectacular views.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Lindi
South AfricaNo Rooibos Teabags available
Loved that the property was a gate-opening away from the beach The bungalow is well-equipped for daily living I was startled at first by the outside shower but thoroughly enjoyed after initial use Loved the view of the sea from the bedroom Staff was friendly
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 25 December 2022
Shams
South AfricaSome water problem on first day, flush didn't work in banana cottage.
Wooden tree house feel, Location, stunning property overall , beach access, outdoor shower in banana cottage, wifi
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 7 November 2022
Stuart
United Statesbasic, neat and tidy
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 6 October 2022
Catherine
South AfricaThere was nothing to dislike whatsoever.
I was with my granddaughter and it was just amazing. The staff are super friendly. The whole environment is amazing and I can't wait to book my next holiday. I love the tree deck and watching the whales and dolphins.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 27 August 2022
Kathrin
GermanyPerfect spot for a little retreat! With direct access to a beautiful beach, a super relaxed atmosphere, breathtaking property (we stayed at the garden cottage), proximity to smaller town, some seafood & wine there was nothing else we could have wished for!! Although surfing is not for us we had one of the most amazing holidays!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 2 July 2022
Maximilian
AustraliaN/A
Incredible location and access to the beach. Great hosts. Nick was super helpful in giving tips about the surf!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 11 April 2022
Adrian
South AfricaThe beds require attention and may need replacing and maybe the duvet cover (linen) as well...
Location and amenities were great. The treehouse was a bonus which is great for sundowners and an awesome view. Its was exactly like the photo's.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 26 March 2022
Heidi
South AfricaThis is such a gem right on the beach. We stayed in one of the cottages. Although the facilities are basic as the website says, there is attention to detail. Crisp clean linen, thick white bath towels, beach towels, complimentary tea, sugar, spices, soaps and even bug spray. The unit was serviced daily. Nick the surf instructor was amazing with my two children. They could surf within 30 min! Shaan, the manager is amazing. She contacted us the day before we arrived, checked in during our visit and again after our departure. We will miss the pets, especially Savanah and Zamma. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 26 December 2021
Abhishek
South AfricaNo Breakfast is served. Location is pretty good. Although due to wooden house, there were many lizards that was the problem. The shower was in open, toilet is ensuite.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 2 November 2021
Kyle
South AfricaThe water restrictions, having a shower outside would have been better without water restrictions so you can enjoy a long hot shower, or, at least shelter from the wind because it gets cold quickly while showering.
Loved the privacy, the view, the layout of the property, the staff and random people that we saw, they were all so friendly. Loved that you could walk on the beach and the dogs and cats were awesome. Loved that it felt like we were living in and with nature. Loved that there was someone to clean up. Loved the outdoor shower.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 8 September 2021
Paul
South AfricaThe location is incredible, and the house and its facilities are great - I particularly like the tree house for surf checks, and whale watching from the balcony!
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 10 August 2021
Cat
South Africaperfect location. friendly staff. cool animals. relaxed vibe. a great stay overall in the garden bungalow! thank you
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 10 June 2021
Deidre
South AfricaGreat location - close to the beach.
Stayed in June 2021
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