Guesthouse

Sheep & Stars Guest House

Rural huts in Coffee Bay with a touch of luxury

We started building our huts in 2008. I am a German doctor married to Alicia, a Xhosa woman from Coffee Bay. We are staying on this and the neighbouring property with our large family. We started hosting a hut via AirBnB since 2014, reviews can be found there. Since 2016 we have got two round huts available for visitors, but we will only have one private group at a time visiting.

The two huts have got a thatched roof, tiles on the floor and electricity. The third hut is for Alicia and me. The main building has got a fully functioning bathroom and kitchen in it. There is an outside shower, the jungle shower, which runs on a water system, which sligthly heats up during sunny days. It is surrounded by banana plants.

We have got a large property of about 70 x 70 meters on a small hill inside a valley with a 360 degree view in the village. We are about 600 meters to the sea, which can be seen from the the hut and the kitchen terrace. It is about 30 minutes and a beautiful walk through the village to reach Coffee Bay main beach. We have got a group of 10 to 15 sheep who do the lawn mowing. I have got a passion for palms, fruit and indigenous trees which slowly grow and can be seen on the property.

Our place is very quiet and usually free of mosquito. Our visitors will stay in their private hut, but will feel like part of our large African family and our village. You will see children preparing and going to school and men ploughing their gardens. You can just sit next to your hut or on the kitchen terrace watching the village or to take small walks. We can organize a guide for you to show you around or to walk with you to Hole in the wall.

Alicia has a passion for cooking. She can prepare meals for you. You can book a local group of girls, doing a traditional dance for you. 

The access road to our hut is very bad and crosses a small stream. It can be only managed by a high clearance car and if rainy only with 4x4. Our visitor usually park next to the main road, which is safe. We will fetch you there.

Barefoot is a cosy little B&B situated in Morgan Bay where you can walk around barefoot and enjoy your home away from home.

We are a five-minute walk from the main beach, and four-minute walk to the beachfront.
 
A continental breakfast is served every morning from 08h00 to 09h30.

Choose to stay in: 

• Either one of our two upstairs double rooms.
• Our stunning luxury room with a super king-sized bed, which is perfect for your honeymoon, or romantic getaway with your loved one. This room has an en-suite bathroom with a shower.
• Our "family suite" is perfect for an amazing family holiday. The family suite has a double room and a separate bedroom with three single beds. The rooms are interleading with a shared en-suite bathroom.

The family suite is also ideal for a group of friends who just want to get away for a fun week or weekend.
 
All our rooms are "lock up and go", so your privacy and security is assured.
 
Feel like chilling outside and enjoying the scenery, you can choose from any of our three patios.
 
Coming home after a fun day on the beach, you can either laze around in the comfy lounge watching DSTV, have a braai (facilities available) or enjoy a few board games.
 
Our house is a non-smoking house, so smokers are welcome, but we smoke outside.
 
Unfortunately, no dogs allowed, as we have two little ones of our own.
 
Additional meals can be arranged with the hostess.

Hoping to see you soon!

Sea Shells Guest House is situated in Coffee Bay and offers guests one of four comfortably furnished on suite units either on a self-catering or bed and breakfast basis.

All units lead off from the garden and sleep from three to five people, all bedding and towels are supplied but no beach towels. The communal kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove and oven, microwave, double sink, double door fridge and free standing freezer unit as well as all cookware, plates and cutlery etc.

Sea Shells Guest House is a short walk from the lagoon and main swimming beach. We offer 4 x 4 excursions to places of interest like the Hole-in-the-wall. We offer advice to visiting fishermen.

Large enclosed braai area with tables and chairs as well as portable braai units. Secure parking behind locked gates and security lighting. Large back - up power system to cope with Eskom load shedding. Meals supplied on request.

Accomodation offered

• B&B, Dinner B&B, self catering, & backpacker facilities.

• Short dist​ance to the beach. Experience breathtaking walks, great fishing, swimming, snorkeling. A great place 
• for a great holiday.

CONTACT Annette OR Geoff

• TEL: 047 5752001
• Annette: 082-4888494
• Geoff: 082-5180201
• EMAIL: seashellsbbgmail [dot] com

The Hideout is located in Coffee Bay and offers a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. This holiday home provides free private parking and room service.

Nestled in a valley between the hills of Coffee Bay along the Bomvu river, this pristine 2 ha is a mere 5 minute barefoot walk to one of the most amazing beaches of the Indian Ocean. Although our space is quiet and peaceful, we are very centrally located (walking distance 2-5 minutes) to all the village's bars and eating establishments for festivities and events.

A newly completed, upscale self-catering Tiny Home that is private, safe and secure. Our Tiny Home is tucked among the trees, offering a private deck with a view of the Indian Ocean. The ocean is only 200m from our private gate along the river banks.

The holiday home features a balcony, 1 bedroom, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are featured.

Guests at the holiday home can enjoy a à la carte breakfast.

Hole in the Wall is 7 km from The Hideout Coffeebay / The Bus. The nearest airport is Umtata, 66 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Experience Rural
Living At Its Best

We will help you experience the WILD COAST life in its true sense. From exploring the beautiful Mdumbi river to eating authentic seafood delicacies, you are sure to go home with memories and wonderful moments.

This small, family-run gem of a holiday spot lies on the northern side of the Mdumbi River mouth and is located in the rural Pondo village of Mngcibe, Eastern Cape, Wild Coast.

Freedom O Clock is owned and managed by Otto, Lu and little (not so little anymore)  Coral-Bella, who all have a great love for nature and the ocean. “We love hanging out with guests, sharing info on the area, enjoying a cold one on the deck while watching astonishing sunsets and sharing stories about the days adventure around the fire.”

Wake up to mind-blowing views of the ocean, beach, rare mangroves and forest-lined Mdumbi River! 

The incredible views and access to the beach and river in this un-spoilt rural area makes this an ideal laid back place to visit for families, friends, couples and all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.  Freedom O Clock can sleep 17 people indoors and also offer camping space.

Discovering the safe, secluded, pristine beaches, river estuaries, rare white mangrove swamps and other Wild Coast treasures make the 2 hour trip from the main road well worth it.  Coffee Bay is just 45 minutes drive away and there is a very scenic 3 hour hike between Coffee Bay and Mdumbi.

Need to know more?  We recommend you check out FOC NEED TO KNOW  to ensure that you know all there is to know before underatking one of the best holidays EVA!

Geckos Guest House is situated in Coffee Bay on the scenic, rugged and unspoiled “Wild Coast” on the eastern seaboard of South Africa.

We provide private, clean, comfortable accommodation in double en-suite rooms

at very affordable rates with friendly and personal service. A full breakfast is included in your daily rate. Evening meals can be provided on request, or you may choose to eat out at one of the restaurants in the area.

A self catering option is also available. Guest rooms are situated overlooking a lush sub-tropical garden with enough bird life around to satisfy the most avid bird watcher.

A short walk from the guest house will take you to the beautiful beaches, or to breathtaking views of the ocean and bays from the hilltops surrounding the village, where you may be the only one around to be at peace with yourself and nature. Hikers can enjoy a variety of pathways traversing either beach or natural forest or cliff tops overlooking the Indian Ocean, where one may spot dolphins or whales on their daily journeys.

Local guides are available for hire to show the best routes and advise on local customs. The famous “Hole-in-the-Wall” is a short drive away, or a few hours hike for the more energetic, but well worth the visit to view this natural rock phenomenon. Bathers, surfers or sun worshippers will appreciate the sandy beaches and waves where there is safe bathing and surfing; and for those who enjoy surf fishing – you won’t be disappointed.

Come to Coffee Bay and see for yourself!

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We look forward to being your hosts!