About this property

Beachfront Location: NKWAZI COTTAGE in Zinkwazi Beach offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the infinity swimming pool or enjoy the lush garden and terrace. Comfortable Accommodation: The villa features eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, providing ample space for families. Each room includes a balcony or patio, ensuring a pleasant stay. Leisure Facilities: The property features an outdoor seating area, barbecue facilities, and a bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the villa, enhancing the guest experience. Local Attractions: Zinkwazi Beach is a 4-minute walk away, while King Shaka International Airport is 51 km distant. Nearby attractions include The Official Luthuli Museum (28 km) and King Shaka Memorial (20 km).

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Fishing


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5
2 single beds
Bedroom 6
2 single beds
Bedroom 7
2 single beds
Bedroom 8
2 single beds
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Hosted by Engela Wium

10
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Engela Wium
LOCATED @ THE MAIN BEACH AND LAGOON. AMAZING location, SPECTACULAR views, DIRECT beach & lagoon access. Modern and upmarket with space for the extended family. The beautiful rim-flow pool overlooks the majestic Indian Ocean and is netted. Overlooking the pool is a large veranda with comfortable furnishing. The house is set up for in-door-out-door living and most rooms in the house overlook the beach and ocean. The house is well equipped and offers Wi-Fi (fiber) & DSTV and is serviced. It offers a generator which supports lights & plugs incase of power outage. The house has a casual lounge, TV lounge, bar, dining room, kitchen, scullery, pantry & laundry. Kitchen: Large gas hop and oven, microwave, plenty fridge & freezer space, dishwasher and all crockery and cutlery is supplied. Off the kitchen there is a shielded, spacious braai area for alfresco meals and a large lawn for kiddies to kick a ball. There is enough secure parking inside the gate. It is well secured with an alarm system, beams and armed response. Pets are allowed (by PRIOR arrangement) as the property is fully fenced and gated. NKWAZI COTTAGE, is a beautiful holiday home. It sports 8 bedrooms serviced by 7 bathrooms and a guest loo. The house sleeps 16 guests comfortably in large spacious bedrooms and it is ideal for a large family group or several families holidaying together. All bedrooms have large built-in cupboards, hangers and ceiling fans. All linen, towels and beach towels are supplied. Bedrooms & Bathrooms: Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms all en-suite with 2 King and 2 Queen Beds. These bedrooms open onto a spacious veranda. Downstairs there are 4 bedrooms with 2 single beds each. 2 Bedrooms are en-suite and 2 share a bathroom. REGRET: NO groups of adults, we cater for “nucleus” family holidays only. NO functions of any kind.
About Driftwood Estates Our expert agents specialise in Self-catering Holiday Accommodation in the unique village of Zinkwazi Beach. We have the best variety of homes in the village and can assist you in booking an unforgettable holiday in Zinkwazi Beach. We have something for everyone! Driftwood Estates has been around for almost 45 years and continue on strong. I (Engela) have owned Driftwood Estates since 2002 and I know the village well. This makes us the perfect people to welcome and advise you on how to find a holiday home in Zinkwazi and on how to become a “local”. Contact one of our knowledgeable agents for their assistance in finding you the right holiday home:
Zinkwazi Beach can be found just 85km North of Durban, 50 km from Ballito, 5 – 6 hours from Gauteng and 60 km from King Shaka International Airport, you will find Zinkwazi lagoon and beach conservancy. Known as the last undiscovered jewel of the North coast of KZN, with a subtropical lagoon and beach paradise of the fish eagle, Zinkwazi is one of the rare, beautiful, unspoilt, idyllic, beaches left in Southern Africa. Close to Zululand’s wealth of splendid Game Reserves. A 7km lagoon situated among the lush palms of the Zinkwazi conservancy, 180 species of bird life and endless beaches. For those who love golf, there are several excellent golf courses in easy driving distance e.g. Darnall country club and Princes Grant. A place to rest in peace with fishing, nature walks and a safe protected main beach. The beach is wide and one can walk for miles on end. The lagoon which runs on to the beach breaks its banks after heavy rains and joins the ocean. The village itself consist of around 500 – 600 properties, mostly second and third holiday homes, providing ample holiday accommodation. Permanent residence are 15 – 20% of the village, those are the people who only own shorts, t-shirts
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Zulu

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House rules

NKWAZI COTTAGE, 77 Nkwazi Drive, Zinkwazi beach takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required on arrival. That's about US$114. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform NKWAZI COTTAGE, 77 Nkwazi Drive, Zinkwazi beach in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests do not receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.