Cove Cottage
Colwyn Drive, Sheffield Beach, Dolphin Coast, South Africa
This family beach cottage has been newly decorated and offers a sunny open plan kitchen, dining and living room area that opens out onto an undercover verandah with gorgeous sea views. The house sits over one level for easy living and would make the perfect location for your next family holiday. The beach house has direct access to the beach and benefits from a private wooden deck for sundowners.
10 mins drive from local shops and restaurants and 20 minutes drive from the New King Shaka International Airport.
Sheffield Beach, just north of Salt Rock and virtually ten minutes from Ballito, is the beautiful beach of Sheffield with its sheltered coves and wonderful rock pools that invite little people to spend hours collecting shells and admiring sea anemones.
2026 RATES
Peak Season
R7,000 per night
Mid Season
R4,700 per night
Low Season
R3,700 per night
Everything You Need for the Perfect Stay
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
Can accommodate 10 guests, max 6 adults
Fans in all rooms, no aircon
Fully equipped kitchen with electric stove, washing machine, tumble drier, dishwasher and fridge freezer
Uncapped Wifi
Open plan TV & living room
TV with DSTV decoder
Inside dining for 10 guests
The house is toddler friendly with a high chair and cot - on request
No pets allowed
BACK UP POWER
In the event of loadshedding or grid power failure the inverter system will automatically switch on. This means that all lights, plug sockets, TV's, WiFi routers, Alarm and fridge will be powered. Please note that all non essential items such as washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, electric hobs, microwaves will not work. The battery back up system lasts on average of 4-6 hours, depending on the weather. Please note that the more lights and plug sockets that you use during this time will result in this average time frame being reduced. Please use reduce consumption during battery operation times to maximise battery capacity.
OUTSIDE
Direct access to the beach
Private garden with ocean views
Outside lounge soft seating area
Charcoal Webber BBQ
Outdoor dining table for 8 guests
Driveway parking - no access to the garage for guests
No Pets allowed
THE DRIVEWAY
Please note that while some guests may find our driveway to be steep, others may not perceive it in the same way. Factors such as individual driving experience, vehicle type, and personal comfort levels can greatly influence one's perception of steepness.
SECURITY
24/7 IPSS Response Team with Internal and Outdoor alarm beams and security shutters in 3 of the 4 bedrooms.
BEDROOMS
Bedroom One (Master): Queen-size bed, en-suite bathroom with shower & bath and open plan loo, single basin, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, access to a balcony with sea view
Bedroom Two: Two single/twin beds apart, the family shared bathroom with shower, open plan loo, single basin, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan
Bedroom Three: Queen-size bed, the family shared bathroom with shower & bath and open plan loo, single basin, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, access to a balcony with sea view
Bedroom Four: Kids room with two bunk beds, (sleeps 4 kids) the family shared bathroom with shower & bath and open plan loo, single basin, freestanding cupboards, ceiling fan and tv.
HOUSEKEEPING
Rental includes Housekeeping from Monday to Friday, from 8 am until 2 pm
Laundry services included T&C’s apply
Weekly garden maintenance
LCE SEASONS
Peak Season: from December & January. General High season period. Minimum of 10 - 14 nights' stay
Mid Season: A combination of Provincial Private and Public School Holidays and Long Weekends. Minimum of 3 - 5 nights' stay
Low Season: All dates outside Peak & Mid Season periods. Minimum of 2 nights' stay
Low Season: Stay 4 Pay 3 Special
RESERVATIONS
This house offers limited availability throughout the year.
Luxury Coastal Escapes accept reservations on an owner request procedure, then on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Please note that we do not accept all adult bookings, and have a preference to family bookings.
We do not accept student bookings & no parties are allowed at the holiday rental.
Stay Services & Seasonal Rates
HOUSEKEEPING
Rental includes Housekeeping 5 days a week (except public holidays)
Laundry services included T&C’s apply
Weekly garden & pool maintenance included
RESERVATIONS
This house offers limited availability throughout the year.
Luxury Coastal Escapes accept reservations on an owner request procedure.
Please note that we do not accept all adult bookings, and have a preference to family bookings.
We do not accept student bookings & no parties are allowed at the holiday rental.
OUR BESPOKE RATES AND FEES
For all holiday rentals during Peak Season (December and January), a mandatory Turnaround Fee will apply to cover the cost of a thorough final cleaning on the day of your departure. This ensures the property is cleaned, reset, and prepared to the highest standard for the next set of guests.
Special rates for stays of 28 nights or longer available on request.
EVENTS AND PARTIES
This home does not allow private functions, parties, private gatherings, functions or one-night stays. Additional balloon or event decorations are also not permitted.
