9/10
Reviewed Jun 22, 2026Apartment was so nice and clean . Wifi was good
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About this hotel
Breathtaking Sea Views
Wake up to stunning sea views and enjoy the fresh sea breeze from the comfort of your terrace at Cozy Cottages. On clear days, cozy up by the outdoor fireplace and take in the picturesque surroundings.
Comfort and Convenience
Experience a comfortable stay with air-conditioned accommodation, flat-screen TVs, fully equipped kitchens, and private bathrooms with hot tubs and bathrobes. Some units even feature private entrances and a selection of complimentary treats like chocolates or cookies.
Relaxation at Its Finest
Unwind in the beautifully landscaped garden or take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Gonubie Beach. Enjoy a round of golf at Gonubie Golf Club or East London Golf Club South Africa, both just a short distance away.
Book your tranquil getaway at Cozy Cottages today!
Important Information
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Garden
BBQ facilities
Golf course
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Sun terrace
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor fireplace
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Key access
CCTV outside property
Access to health care professionals
Face masks for guests available
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Room Types
Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
Up to 4 guests60 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
This apartment offers a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this apartment consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchen. The apartment also provides guests with a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this apartment also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
60 sqm
Lake View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenFireplace
Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
Up to 4 guests65 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Guests will have a special experience as the apartment offers a fireplace. This spacious apartment consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The apartment also offers a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with lake views, this apartment also provides a private entrance and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
65 sqm
Lake View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenFireplace
Classic Cottage
Up to 4 guests65 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
This bungalow's standout feature is the fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this bungalow is consisted of of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The bungalow also has a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this bungalow also offers a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 2 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
65 sqm
Lake View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowaveWashing machinePrivate bathroomSlippersSatellite channels
Studio Apartment
Up to 2 guests18 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide)
Guests will have a special experience as this apartment provides a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this apartment also is consisted of of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The apartment also has a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this apartment also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
18 sqm
Lake View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaFanToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsKitchenFireplacePrivate entrance
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Guest reviews(89 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 1, 2026Comfortable and safe
Nice place to visit
7/10
Reviewed May 13, 2026Not bad
10/10
Reviewed May 2, 2026The safety of the unit. Our car was in the garage and we were safe as well . The unit was clean and very comfortable. The hosts were very friendly, accommodating and easy to reach wyhen we had requests or questions. Would definitely recommend 👌
10/10
Reviewed Apr 23, 2026Everything
10/10
Reviewed Apr 13, 2026Great location, few minutes drive to Gonubie beach. The place has everything you might need to cook, wifi was quite good. There are streaming apps on TV, the braai facilities are awesome and they provided wood and fire lighters for us. It was absolutely perfect.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 12, 2026The property was very clean everything was in good condition.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 31, 2026Location and cleanliness
Nothing
5/10
Reviewed Mar 23, 2026It was clean
I HATED that the toilet was in our room, without anything diving the room. Whenever you use the toilet, the person in the room can see and hear you. I found that very distasteful . Mind you, I was there with a colleague & there were times I world want to relive myself at night. I was extremely uncomfortable since one of us has a running stomach.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026The pictures don't do the place justice. It's so nice and cozy
The host was lovely and was quick to respond to all our needs.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Privacy
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026It was just lovely and very homely
The place was smelling nice, neat,there was coffee,tea and sugar and there was everything that was essential
10/10
Reviewed Jan 7, 2026The shower pressure and entertainment facilities once the WiFi was working The host was so welcoming, always available to assist
No aircon in the living room
10/10
Reviewed Jan 2, 2026The cottage was exceptional and tidy.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 3, 2025Location and cleanliness of the place.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Nov 10, 2025Everything was beautiful including the owner 👌
We loved everything 🥰 can’t fault the place at all
10/10
Reviewed Oct 28, 2025Clean and spacious
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Oct 19, 2025Everything was perfect.
Absolutely nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Oct 5, 2025Everything .
The only disadvantage is they only have Netflix , no DStv and no Showmax . Everything else was superb .
5/10
Reviewed Oct 4, 2025Durty pots and pans
10/10
Reviewed Sep 28, 2025The place is private,clean and beautiful so serene.its better than most hotels.has an amazing wifi, Netflix, YouTube,live streaming.Best place and the owner is so welcoming warm and ,friendly.loved our stay wish we stayed longer.
Can't think of anything
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2025Everything, place was clean and smelling nice
Nothing!
10/10
Reviewed May 31, 2025This is an awesome place to stay at. Comfortable, clean and a home away from home.
There is absolutely nothing that I can complain about.
10/10
Reviewed May 25, 2025Everything was excellent 👌
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed May 1, 2025The place is neat and beautiful and Wendy is such a lovely host. We will definitely go back.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2025Thank you to the most welcoming people. We felt like family coming home.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 27, 2025Owner personally ensured we were happy and comfortable
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9/10
Reviewed Mar 2, 2025I loved everything except for the double bed, every time I moved, I thought it was gonna break😅. But other than that it was an awesome stay. Very convenient and cozy, and the complimentary stuff made me feel like I was really at home.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 12, 2025Easy self check in host even accommodated an earlier check in. Beautiful apartment.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 12, 2025Bathroom a little small
7/10
Reviewed Jan 8, 2025the key was easily accessible through the locker.
the locker for my unit (4) wasn't clearly marked.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2025The host was very friendly and helpful
I wish they can do something about the flies
9/10
Reviewed Dec 21, 2024Wendy was very accommodating and friendly. Facilities were clean, modern and comfortable.
9/10
Reviewed Dec 12, 2024Location was easily accessible and the place was neat and clean
Suggestion to also have an aircon or fan in the living room
10/10
Reviewed Dec 5, 2024I loved everything here,stunning place with a very kind host.
10/10
Reviewed Nov 11, 2024Everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Oct 27, 2024The accom was well appointed and modern. Will stay there again.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Oct 19, 2024The room The beds
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Oct 2, 2024The property feels like home
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Aug 28, 2024The space is spacious and located in a quiet area. The Wi-Fi works great, and it feels very cozy and tidy.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Aug 26, 2024Cozy Cotagges East- London Family of 4: The property is situated in a convenient location for our purpose and close to all amenities. It was clean and fitted with everything one would need for a short stay. Thanks Wendy
10/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2024Everything was just right!
Nothing.
7/10
Reviewed Jul 22, 2024It was a decent size for 2 people. Shower was great.
I was not able to stream DStv on the smart tv. Didn’t have the DSTV app. I didn’t like that there were so many doors and gates that needed to be locked. Gave me the impression that I was not in a safe area. I didn’t feel safe entering or leaving the property. A lot of noise from until late into the night from across the road.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 15, 2024Very neat and clean and the staff was very friendly. It was the best stay ever and I felt that I was in the top rated 5 star hotel
Directions were a bit difficult as6my phone couldn't pick up any signal
10/10
Reviewed Jun 12, 2024The friendly reception, garage, space for pets and quiet location.
There was really nothing to dislike.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 26, 2024Exactly what we expected for a relaxing pit stop on the way to durban. Dog friendly and very cosy. They even had water bowls and treats for my 2 daschunds. The place was very clean and had everything we needed for a night stay including bottled water.
Bare minimum loadshedding perks would have been good, like wifi and some loadshedding friendly lights, but none of these were deal breakers
10/10
Reviewed Mar 18, 2024The place is so neat and tidy. I didn't expect to get a firelighter, fire wood and all the bbq utencils, but they host organize everything for me and my family. We surely will visit again, cottage is so exceptional clean. We really really enjoyed the quiet spacce and had a lots of fun with my wife and kids. Thank you Wendy, you were such a nice person to speak to over the phone on our arrival.
The driveway to the garage needs a car with higher suspension, or have a good driving skills to enter side way instead of going straight in.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2024Because I wanted self catering so it was fine for me without a breakfast. Location Wan nice and cool but it was far from the beach. When I make booking I think the place us 1.5 km to the beach. I was not aware of Gonubie Beach. Another thing please have pages where one can take his/her family for fun beside Beach.
If you could have a pool
10/10
Reviewed Dec 30, 2023Very neat and very secure and safe, host was welcoming and friendly
Liked everything
10/10
Reviewed Dec 30, 2023It was clean, safe and secure the host was amazing, the facilities were modern
It was very good liked everything
10/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2023Beautiful inside & outside very cozy and convenient. Very neat 👌
Everything was perfect.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 27, 2023The living area The outdoor space The bathroom 🔥 The attention to detail in terms of catering. Basically everything.
Nothing
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Clean
- •Spacious
- •Friendly service
- •Cozy atmosphere
- •Great amenities
Areas to consider
- •Dirty pots and pans
- •Limited TV options
Cleanliness
8.48/10Some issues with dirty pots and pans, leading to a lower score.
Service
9.95/10Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the owner.
Location
9.49/10Described as private and serene, making it better than many hotels.
Room Quality
9.44/10Rooms are described as clean, spacious, and cozy.
Amenities
9.47/10Sufficient amenities provided, though some guests desired more TV options.
Value for Money
9.43/10Guests felt that everything was superb and worth the stay.
Food and Beverage
8.98/10Essential drinks provided, but more variety could be appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.95/10Guests expressed high satisfaction with their entire stay.