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42 Thira - Beautiful Beach apartment
Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom self-catering unit in Santorini Estate which offers direct beach access to two beaches open, to cool yourself off on those hot KZN days. Close to all shops and restaurants and only 15 min from King Shaka Airport. Open plan living area which opens onto a patio with a sea view. The unit has WiFi and a Smart TV with access to Netflix & DSTV. Well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave and Nespresso machine. The perfect space for a family beach break!

Sunbird luxury cottage in idyllic garden
A lovely thatched two bedroom cottage in a tranquil one and a half acre garden in Salt Rock. Beautifully furnished with a modern fully equipped kitchen. SMEG oven, washer/tumble dryer, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Walk out the sitting room onto a lovely patio which is situated on the steps of a large pool. Only 2kms to the beach and very close to Sage, Litchi Orchard and Tiffany's Shopping Centre and the new Salt Rock City. Children love running around the large garden and of course the pool.

Lakewood Forest Villa - Zimbali Coastal Resort
A 'Hideaway Villa', with a tranquil 'lodge' type feel, perfectly nestled within the pristine Beach Dune Forest of the Zimbali Coastal Resort in Ballito. Positioned only a few hundred metres from the beach and the Valley of the Pools, the secluded location of the home offers great privacy with incredible bird and animal life, with the resident Fish Eagle calls on the nearby lake a particularly unique experience. Automatic 5.5kw Back Up Battery Inverter System installed for Eskom Load Shedding.

Modern open plan 1 bedroom apartment in Salt Rock
Modern self catering apartment with airconditioning. 15 min from King Shaka airport & shopping centres. 1 Bedroom with queen size bed. Open plan lounge, dining and kitchen. Dishwasher, full fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave and stove. Lounge has foldaway glass doors opening up onto deck & garden with built in braai. Bathroom with bath & shower. Flat screen tv with full DSTV. Separate from main house with its own entrance & fully enclosed garden & garage. 900m from Salt Rock main beach.

Sanddune Guesthouse (Dolphin View), Shakas Rock
Dolphin View is a beautiful apartment in Sanddune Guesthouse, located 20 minutes from King Shaka Airport. It is a short walk to Thompson's Bay Beach and Tidal pool which has lifeguards and shark nets. You have your own private balcony. The apartment is serviced except on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. We will provide you with a clean apartment, fresh white linen, bath and beach towels. Fishing is popular from High Rock, snorkeling in the tidal pool and surfing just a walk away.

71 Yellowwood, Zimbali Coastal Resort
**5 star SA Tourism Grading** 71A Yellowwood is a light and airy, modern home designed for easy living. It is situated in the award winning Zimbali Coastal Resort which boasts numerous facilities including a Tom Weiskopf golf course, 5 pools including a kiddies pool with slides, beach access, tennis and squash courts, nature walks and numerous restaurants and coffee shops. The home also has DSTV, gas braai facilities and a daily cleaning service (excl. Sunday) and back up solar power .

Shells Cozy on-the-beach Hideaway
"Cozy" hardly describes the eclectic ambience of this stunning apartment positioned right on the beach, the warm homely character of this little gem just shines through, truly the best seats in the house to watch the dolphins and whales frolic in the sea and surf below. Enjoy a charming outside Barbeque reminiscent of a Italian Village Piazzo. Included for your pleasure and convenience Netflix, Showmax, Fibre Wifi, Washing Machine, Dishwasher. JUST DOES'NT GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS!

One bedroomed cottage-private beach access.
My cottage is situated on the beach and is close to all amenities. 5 minutes by car to the CBD of Ballito and close to the airport. You’ll love my place because of the direct access onto the beach and I am situated above the famous Thompsons Bay Tidal pool.. My place is good for couples and business travelers. It is not suitable for small children under 5 . We also have a big dog that is very friendly but can occasionally bark. VIP Students over the Rage festival are not allowed.

Family Beachside Apartment - Stunning Views ⛱
This is a family friendly, modern and clutter free apartment situated within a secure complex and walking distance (80m) to Thompsons Bay. It offers beautiful views of the Indian ocean, a sparkling blue swimming pool and a manicured green garden for the kids to explore. A perfect destination to unwind from the stresses of modern life with your family or friends. A quick 20 minute drive from King Shaka International airport, this is an ideal holiday location for you and your family.

ChakasOnTheSea*Beachfront*Wifi*Pool*Serviced
*ON THE BEACH - Snorkel in Shaka's famous coral tidal pool below *Service cleans on alternate days *200mbps fast fibre WiFi *SmartTv w DStv Stream incl *Snorkels, masks, fins, beach brolly & chairs *Inverter Battery back up - integrated system *Sparkling Pool *20min drive from King Shaka Intl Airport *5-10 min drive to shops & restaurants *SALT cafe (coffee pizza) - walk over t road. *World class golf courses nearby - Umhlali, Zimbali, Simbithi etc *2-3hr drive to Big 5 Safari

Laminar-Blu @ 23 Akrotiri, Santorini
Wake up to endless ocean horizons in this elegant beachfront retreat, gracefully perched above the Indian Ocean in the iconic Santorini Estate. 🏝️ Private access to both Thompson’s Bay & the semi-exclusive Perissa Beach. This exclusive escape has all the luxuries: 🔐 24/7 security & CCTV ♿ Wheelchair Access ⚡ Back-up power ❄️Central Airconditioning 🧽 Daily cleaning – no chores, just chill ☕ Nespresso for that perfect morning brew 💦 6 crystal-clear pools 🛝 Playground

Seaside Heaven
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway! Our cabin is situated directly on the spectacular Indian Ocean, in a safe and peaceful location and has everything you need to rest and relax. Seaside Heaven offers a modern well equipped kitchen, 1 x sea facing king bed, outdoor braai area and is a short walk to the heart of Umdloti ! The Cabin can only be accessed via walking stairs (100 to be exact).
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Thompsons Beach stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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