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Crooked Tree Cottage offers Bed & Breakfast or self-catering accommodation close to Umhlanga's beaches and a short drive from Durban and its famous Golden Mile.

The friendly, multilingual hosts at Crooked Tree Cottage pride themselves on creating a relaxed atmosphere and providing a personal service that delights their guests.

Helen is amazing! She upgraded us without us even asking. She made sure to inform is of everything we needed to know and made us aware she's available if there are any issues. Excellent host! The place was incredible. So beautiful and lovely plants around and birds. We really enjoyed our stay. Being able to leave the property and return freely. The place was so clean and well maintained. Will definitely be going back 😁

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9.2
Superb
240 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Gorgeous Self Catering Cottage off Umhlanga Rocks is located in Durban. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment.

The place is Amazing everything it's just perfect,I would recommend it to anyone

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Set in Durban, Sherwood Garden Cottage offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.2 km from Kings Park Stadium.

Incredible hosts and the cottage is perfect to switch off. The facilities (including air fryer) were perfect for a getaway. Internet fast and bed comfortable. All in all nothing more you could ask for.

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Secure, Peaceful Modern Cottage for Two is located in Durban. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1 km from Beachwood Beach.

It was serene, facilities provided were great. The neighborhood was quiet. Everything is at your convenience

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9.4
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Set in Durban, Seaview Sanctuary offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from La Lucia Beach. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Glenashley Beach.

Great host,getting up early for us for check out as we needed to be early at the airport. (6am). Perfect location to reach Umhlanga rocks for dinner and walks. Provided us good tips regarding things to do/visit. Very spacious living room and kitchen with all top appliances available. Mobile pool table as a nice complementary feature. Extraordinary view on the ocean.

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10
Exceptional
9 reviews

Situated 14 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Cosy Boho Cottage - All to Yourself! features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 15 km from Kings Park Stadium, 17 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium and 17 km from uShaka Marine World. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Durban ICC.

The house was clean the owners are welcoming,kind and very helpful

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9.1
Superb
19 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Garvies Surf house is situated in Durban. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Garvies Beach.

The sea viewwwww .... the roomssss...everthing about it.

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9.9
Exceptional
9 reviews

Located in Durban, Stirling Cottage provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.1 km from Beachwood Beach. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.7 km from Virginia Beach.

EVERYTHING about Stirling Cottage was absolutely incredible. Simon and Jo and Ntokozo were so welcoming and lovely. They only wanted us to be as comfortable and happy as ever. We are definitely going back. The place looks even better in person. Worth everything.

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9.6
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

Located within the Bulwer district in Durban, Harbour View House has air conditioning, a balcony, and pool views. This holiday home features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

We liked everything about the place. The size of the property and the size of the rooms also.

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9.6
Exceptional
20 reviews
Price from
£124
per night

In the Bluff district of Durban, close to Garvies Beach, Rose Holiday Home has an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.1 km from Ansteys Beach.

Very welcoming host! Beautiful and clean place close to all the amenities needed and not too far from the beach. I am definitely booking this place for my family and I for our next trip to Durban. Felt like home away from home! Thanks!!

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9.3
Superb
34 reviews

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  • Crooked Tree Cottage
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 240 reviews

    Crooked Tree Cottage offers Bed & Breakfast or self-catering accommodation close to Umhlanga's beaches and a short drive from Durban and its famous Golden Mile.

    clean airy and fresh with all the amenities of a hotel

  • Gorgeous Self Catering Cottage off Umhlanga Rocks
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Gorgeous Self Catering Cottage off Umhlanga Rocks is located in Durban.

    IS selfcatering Was spoiled with treats on arrival

  • Sherwood Garden Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Durban, Sherwood Garden Cottage offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    The host was very welcoming. Home away from home. Will definitely use the place again.

  • Secure, Peaceful Modern Cottage for Two
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Secure, Peaceful Modern Cottage for Two is located in Durban. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Everything was good, peaceful and safe, shops closer.

  • Cosy Boho Cottage - All to Yourself!
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews

    Situated 14 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Cosy Boho Cottage - All to Yourself! features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The house was clean the owners are welcoming,kind and very helpful

  • Garvies Surf house
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Garvies Surf house is situated in Durban.

  • Stirling Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Durban, Stirling Cottage provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.1 km from Beachwood Beach.

    Nthokozo is a gem! She welcomed us and made us feel at home. We loved our stay and will definitely be coming back 💫

  • Harbour View House
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    Located within the Bulwer district in Durban, Harbour View House has air conditioning, a balcony, and pool views.

    The view and simple elegant decoration of the house and things you can do in the house

These cottages in Durban have options with FREE cancellation

  • Seaview Sanctuary
    Free cancellation options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Set in Durban, Seaview Sanctuary offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from La Lucia Beach.

    Everything, security, state of the art building, open space

  • MOONLIGHT HOLIDAY HOME
    Free cancellation options available

    Set in Durban, 200 metres from Glenashley Beach and 200 metres from La Lucia Beach, MOONLIGHT HOLIDAY HOME offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • The Palace in Izinga Estate Umhlanga
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, The Palace in Izinga Estate Umhlanga is situated in Durban.

  • West Villa
    Free cancellation options available

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, West Villa is situated in Durban. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • musgrave manors villa
    Free cancellation options available
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Located in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with Durban Botanic Gardens and Greyville Racecourse nearby, musgrave manors villa provides accommodation with free private parking.

  • Amazibuko Estate
    Free cancellation options available
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Set in Durban, 4.6 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve and 10 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Amazibuko Estate offers a bar and air conditioning.

  • Cottage near Lagoon beach in Durban
    Free cancellation options available
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Durban and only 4.3 km from Kings Park Stadium, Cottage near Lagoon beach in Durban provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Rose Holiday Home
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews

    In the Bluff district of Durban, close to Garvies Beach, Rose Holiday Home has an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine.

    It’s exactly what you saw in the pictures and even better

Travelling by car? These cottages in Durban offer free parking!

  • 145 on Forest - Umhlanga

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, 145 on Forest - Umhlanga is set in Durban.

  • Sienna’s Seaview Guest Cottage
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews

    Sienna’s Seaview Guest Cottage is situated in the Durban North district of Durban, 4.8 km from Kings Park Stadium, 5.7 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium and 8 km from Durban ICC.

    A very beautiful place, would definitely come back again.

  • JimmyLuh Garden Cottage
    5.6
    Scored 5.6
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, JimmyLuh Garden Cottage is located in Durban, 5.9 km from Kings Park Stadium and 7.1 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium.

  • Lothian rd Cottage
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 33 reviews

    Offering pool views, Lothian rd Cottage is an accommodation set in Durban, 5.8 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium and 8.9 km from Durban ICC.

  • Banana palm luxury cottage
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 22 reviews

    Located in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region, Banana palm luxury cottage has a patio. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • 8A Oyster Crescent
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 50 reviews

    8A Oyster Crescent is located in the Umhlanga district of Durban, 2.4 km from Umhlanga rocks Beach, 2.4 km from Bronze Beach and 1.9 km from Umhlanga Lighthouse.

    Ideal for a single person or couple an very affordable

  • Pristine King Size Bed Apartment In Secure Complex
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 30 reviews

    Located in Durban, Pristine King Size Bed Apartment In Secure Complex provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Location, decor, comfort and everything that they have.

  • African Cycad Holiday Home
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews

    Situated in Durban, 7.4 km from Durban Botanic Gardens and 8.3 km from Durban ICC, African Cycad Holiday Home offers air conditioning.

    I liked everything about the place its very good and clean 😌👌

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Cottages that guests love in Durban

  • Avg. price/night: £21.60
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 363 reviews
    The place is beautiful, modern, comfortable and in pristine condition. Nice and quiet area. Comfy bed, cozy kitchen space and clean bathroom. And I love that they have refreshments on sale for those midnight munchies - carry a little extra cash for those 😉 And a little extra cash for the security deposit. Would highly recommend and will be back soon.
    Andisiwe
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 24 reviews
    We had our own breakfast as it was a self catering place.
    Zungu
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £71.49
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    The space is cozy and comfortable, the view is beautiful and we had fun boat-watching. Great stay
    Theo Msiza
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £58.31
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 30 reviews
    Loved everything!!! You can see that a lot of thought was put into making the apartment welcoming for the guests. Crispy clean linen and ALL the essentials of a self catering apartment. I am so glad I chose them for my short stay. Very nice view as well from the door.
    MakaShammy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £57.02
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 419 reviews
    The place is just like the pictures and I love that when I get there it's a true reflection of what they advertise. Please is real nice and it has a small mall nearby with a Spar ...Cane Cutters..and many other outlets. The bath 🛀 tub is amazing if you love long bubble baths. It very quite and peaceful ..I would book there again...the pool is just a crystal clear as the picture. The staff at the front desk is very helpful so it you looking to set up the room for a romantic getaway she will help you will the stuff you require
    Gabby
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 102 reviews
    Loved the apartment. Very cozy and lovely. Kitchen and bathrooms, nice and new.
    Audrey
    People with friends
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews
    It is nice and cosy . Very clean linen and comfortable bed. The owner was very friendly and helpful.
    Ts'epo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.24
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 34 reviews
    It was self catering the apartment is beautiful just that the erea i mean the location was not good enough
    L
    Lambio
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 101 reviews
    Mark and Lynette were the perfect hosts. The cottage was cozy and a mini home away from home. It had everything you could think of. They even allowed us to stay an extra night in their guest room when we didn’t want to leave so soon. They are so accommodating, helpful and kind people. The place was just amazing. We would definitely come for another stay whenever we in KZN again.
    Callan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.19
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 226 reviews
    Cosy cottage
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple

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