This comfortable cottage is right on the beach front and has a magnificent 180° unobstructed view of the ocean and beach just across the green/conservation area. If you are lucky you may see bush buck, blue duiker, tortoise or a mongoose in the conservation area. Dolphins, Whales and the odd Seal or Otter may also be spotted in the beautiful waters.
It consists of a cosy lounge area, small kitchenette, two bedrooms and bathroom with double shower. The main bedroom has a queen size bed and the 2nd bedroom has two ¾ beds. It has its own entrance and parking area behind a remote-control gate (parking only for 1 vehicle behind the gate but additional parking is available on the road – we are located in a safe suburb). The lounge and main bedroom have sliding doors leading onto a patio. Unfortunately, there is no garden for children to play in, but the beach is a few steps away, there is a park around the corner and a little further on is a lagoon where pink Flamingos are often seen.
The kitchen is equipped with large fridge/freezer, microwave, countertop oven with 2 plates, cutlery, crockery and tea & coffee is provided. The flat screen TV has independent DSTV channels and there is free WiFi. There is a washing machine in the bathroom. A small braai and an ironing board, iron and hairdryer are also available.
We are within walking distance of Paradise Beach, voted by CNN travel as one of the best beaches in the world Nearby, you can enjoy a sunset boat cruise on the canals at Marina Martinique which has a lovely bistro available for meals. Other restaurants within 1 km include Walskipper and Tapas – both are on the beach.
We are situated 5km from the well-known surfing mecca of Jeffreys Bay, one of the most popular sea holiday destinations in South Africa. International surfing competitions take place here, especially during winter. Supertubes is considered one of the best right-hand breaks in the world and offers world class surfing. It is possible to have surfing lessons.
Nearby you can enjoy fishing, cycling, kite surfing, sand boarding, hiking in nature reserves, gym, bowls, golf, tennis, horse riding, deep sea fishing, sky diving and more. Jbay has a lively night life with many pubs/restaurants, some of which have live music at certain times. Beautiful shells are often found on the beach and there is a very interesting Shell Museum with one of the largest shell collections in South Africa.
The town has some interesting curio shops and factory shops e.g. Billabong and also the Fountains Mall which will take care of all your shopping needs. It is also worthwhile driving to St. Francis bay which also has many restaurants with delicious food.
There are game parks nearby. Lombardini is about 10 minutes’ drive and many others are close by. The Seaview Predator/Lion Park is about 60 minutes away and the Addo Elephant Park is about 90 minutes’ drive. It is possible to do bungee jumping at the Bloukrans Bridge situated just outside the Tsitsikamma National Park, 60 minutes away. A trip to Storms River is a must (crashing seas and breath-taking views of Storms River Mouth) and for the more adventurous kayaking, ziplining and tubing.