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4.5 out of 5
Umdloti Milkwood is a unique, rustic seaside getaway only meters from Umdloti beach. Affordable self to catering accommodation whether it’s one person or a group of up to 22 people. The property has 8 chalets, each with its own ensuite and kitchenette. There is a TV with DStv(satellite TV) in each chalet. Linen and towels are provided and the rooms are serviced daily.
There is a communal braai/BBQ & seating area for guests to use and a single parking bay available for each chalet. It’s a 150m walk to the local shops, restaurants and bars so you never have to drive anywhere during your stay.
Location
One of the main surfing breaks is 50m away(across the road). Other breaks in Umdloti are all walking distance, 150m to 1km. It's 25 min drive south from Umdloti to Durban where there are many world famous breaks. Ballito, home of the Ballito Pro(ex Mr Price Pro, Gunston500), is 25 mins drive north of Umdloti.
The main kiting beach in Umdloti is also right across the road so Umdloti is the perfect location for a surfers/kiters getaway.
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5 REVIEWS
Summary
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Chalet 1A is a 3 sleeper with double bed and extra single bed, kitchenette and ensuite. There is also a small private balcony with outdoor seating, braai/BBQ and sea views.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Chalet 1B is a 2 sleeper with double bed, kitchenette and ensuite toilet/shower.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 4
Chalet 2 is a 4 sleeper with 1 x double bed in a private room & 2 x twin beds in a the living area, kitchenette and bathroom with toilet & shower.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Chalet 3 is a 4 sleeper with 1 x double bed & a double bunk bed which sleeps 2, kitchenette and bathroom with toilet & shower.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Chalet 4 is a 2 sleeper with 1 x double bed, kitchenette and bathroom with toilet & shower.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 2
Chalet 5 is a 2 sleeper with 1 x double bed, kitchenette and bathroom with toilet & shower.
Room Type: Private
Sleeps: 6
Chalet 6 is a 4 to 6 sleeper with 2 bedrooms, living room, balcony with sea views, large kitchen and bathroom with toilet & shower. Extra mattresses can be provided for an additional 2 guests to sleep on the living room floor.
You can never get lost
When you book you will receive our confirmation email with full travel directions of how to get to us.
We don't provide airport transfers but you can book one easily here: Airport Transfers
- - Nearest Airport: King Shaka International
- - Distance from Airport in kms: 10
- - Time from Airport in a car: 12
- - There is no train from the airport
- - There is no bus from the airport
In the booking steps you can add surf lessons from any of our certified surf school partners below.
- The surf school will either pick you up at your accommodation or meet you at the nearest beach as detail in their profile below.
- The surf school will always contact you the day before to arrange the exact time of your lesson and meet up details.
- Due to changing tides & conditions exact surf lesson times are not decided until the day before.
- The full contact details of our surf school partners are included in your confirmation voucher
- All our surf school partners are certified with their countries National Surfing Association
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PAYMENT
- A small deposit is required to secure your booking.
- Your balance is due to the property 30 days before arrival. The Property will contact you to collect payment. If you book within this 30 days then the property will contact you shortly after you book to collect the balance.
CANCELLING YOUR BOOKING
- To cancel go to the MyAccount section and log in or register and you can cancel from within your account.
- Your deposit is non refundable but can be used for the same property/surf school within one year of your original booking.
- You can cancel anytime up to 30 days before travelling and you will be refunded the balance.
The following cards are accepted at this property:
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- Host: Jeff
September 2018
Travelled with friends
How did you like the accommodation?
I needed somewhere to stay near the airport and didn't have time to read any reviews. The room rate was really good when converted to pounds and the location looked amazing given the very reasonable price. The location is amazing - a lovely safe beach across the road, 4 minute, if that, walk to the nearest shops and a little further on the wonderful rock pools and swimming beaches. The rooms were clean and had all the facilities needed for a relaxing 'get away from it' all holiday. All the staff were extremely helpful and attentive, the braai area looked very inviting. In my opinion the bad reviews are unfounded and I have already recommended Umdloti Milkwood to some of my SA friends.
August 2018
Travelled solo
How did you like the accommodation?
The weather happened to be awful but Jeff helped make it an enjoyable trip by hanging out and chatting over a beer or two. A good simple option for being literally 20m from the beach. Just hope you don't get the worst weather of the year!
November 2017
Travelled as a couple
How did you like the accommodation?
VERY COMFORTABLE QUIET AND RELAXING. A PLEASURE.
October 2017
Travelled as a couple
How did you like the accommodation?
Both of us, enjoyed the hospitality, friendliness and care shown to us by all at Milkwood. Not only the staff, but guests. as well. It is somewhere I would recommend any time with no qualms.
July 2017
Travelled with friends
How did you like the accommodation?
Die Nähe zum Beach ist hervorragend. Die Einrichtung würde mal eine kleine Modernisierung benötigen. Ansonsten ist die Anlage bestens geeignet für Familien mit Kindern, da es nicht so überkandidelt ist. Die Vermieterin ist freundlich und das Personal zuvorkommend.