travel-informed.co.za - Guest Houses

	Sonja or Susan		+27 (0)34 326 4575
	+27 (0)82 805 6547		+27 (0)34 315 3888
	2 D Magnolia Street, Newcastle		P O Box 1408, Newcastle, 2940
	www.arborbnb.co.za

Whether it's just for a quick night stop-over, or for an extended stay, Arbor Guesthouse offers the best possible luxury accommodation in the Newcastle area. We offer, very reasonable rates, secure parking, excellent accommodation, credit card facilities and airport transfers to Newcastle Airport are available if required. Our guesthouse has 13, very tastefully decorated, self-contained, en-suite, bedrooms with hotel quality beds, coffee and tea facilities and selected DSTV channels. All our rooms lead directly out into the garden area ensuring your privacy and pleasure. Our grounds are well maintained, secure and include a large swimming pool, lapa and braai area for your enjoyment.

	Helena du Plessis or Louise Oosthuysen		+27 (0)31 903 4727
	+27 (0)83 331 0835		+27 (0)86 551 3689
	301 Kingsway, Amanzimtoti		P O Box 1975, Amanzimtoti, 4125
	www.elpalma.co.za

El Palma Guest House is situated on the South Coast only minutes away from the Durban International Airport. We offer 7 luxurious double units that suit both business and leisure minded people. We also have a wheelchair friendly unit that has been specifically designed and built for the needs of paraplegic guests. All our units are equipped with a kitchenette, TV’s with DSTV, WI-FI, air-conditioning and is serviced daily. El Palma Guest House is a 4-star graded establishment and is honoured to be one of the finalists for 2006, 2008 and 2009 in the AA Awards.

	Jenny Hoekstra		+27 (0)31 202 6706
			+27 (0)31 202 7914
	252 Alan Paton Road (formerly McDonald Road)		P O Box 17180, Congella, 4013
	www.sa-venues.com /visit/villapicasso/

Villa Picasso exudes a Tuscan influence in style and hospitality with African undertones, creating a uniquely cosmopolitan appeal. Ideally situated for the University of Natal (and Medical School), the ICC, sports stadiums, embassies, banks, cinemas, shopping malls and the major hospitals. Our excellent rates include a full English or Continental breakfast, air-conditioned en-suite bedrooms with private balconies, pool with barbecue facilities, jacuzzi, seminar and workshop facilities for small groups, secure parking, M-Net, DSTV and more. Our prestigious guesthouse is perfectly situated to the international and business sectors as well as pleasure travellers who want home-from-home comforts.

	Foy Vermaak		+27 (0)34 642 1925
	+27 (0)82 259 6006		+27 (0)86 657 0211
	Kalwerfontein Farm, 30 km south of Dundee on R33 (Greytown Road)		P O Box 1358, Dundee, 3000
	www.pennyf.co.za

A luxury country house situated on a large Pioneer Beef and Game farm, in the heart of Natal's Battlefields (malaria free). Luxury en suite accommodation in a tranquil and safe environment, set in a park-like garden graced with over 200 bird species. We remain small to interact with our guests and they enjoy sharing Foy's, a tour guide of repute, extensive knowledge of history and culture. Sumptuous home cooked meals are prepared and served by Anne in an impressive dining room around a 16 seater table with underfloor heating. A lounge with a large fireplace has a Satellite TV and Battlefield tapes are shown.

Affiliate Organisation: 3 Star graded, AA Highly Recommended

Set high up in Umhlanga Rocks facing the Indian Ocean, Sylvan Grove Guest House is a tastefully decorated home offering a warm and friendly atmosphere and is set in a tropical garden with prolific bird life and swimming pool. Our 6 en-suite bedrooms have air conditioning, ceiling fans, satellite TV, telephones, hairdryers, safes, bar fridges and tea and coffee facilities. A full English and continental breakfast served in guest dining room. Close to Blue flag beaches, shopping and entertainment centres, restaurants and business parks. Laundry service, airport and local transfers. Tours arranged. Secure parking. All major credit cards. Children welcome.

	Marilynne Farren-Handford		+27 (0)35 580 1640
	+27 (0)82 462 6530		+27 (0)35 580 1676
	2 Irene Place, Kwambonambi		P O Box 93, Kwambonambi, 3915
	www.marroblodge.co.za
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Just a stone's throw away from the port of Richards Bay. Here you can enjoy the tranquil ambience of country living, yet be within minutes of the business centres of Richards Bay and Empangeni in Zululand. We have 5 double rooms, one family suite and a self-catering flatlet with a separate entrance. Each room is en suite and offers DSTV, coffee and tea facilities, ceiling fans and 2-pin and 3-pin plugs for cellphones and hairdryers. Internet access available with our Wireless Internet Hotspot. The outdoor entertainment area consists of a rock pool, bar and lapa, with braai facilities and pizza oven.

	Jeannie Burns / Gina Mazzoni		+27 (0)32 525 8063
	+27 (0)84 207 1808 Jeannie +27 (0)82 781 6759 Gina		+27 (0)32 525 4462
	106 Colwyn Drive, Sheffield Beach		P O Box 61, Salt Rock, 4391

Burns Bay Guest House - KwaZulu-Natal, Sheffield Beach

The Guest House is situated in a beautiful subtropical garden at Sheffield Beach, close to Christmas Bay, a mere 100m to the beach access. Enjoy stunning seaviews, sound of crashing waves, unspoilt beaches, reefs where sealife abounds and rock pools for safe snorkeling. This is a piece of paradise on the K.Z.N North Coast where Dolphins and whales can be spotted swimming by. Luxury accommodation, palm deck, pool deck, secure parking, braai facilities, TV, DStv, telephone, fax, internet, honesty bar and dinner on request.

	Jeanine de Klerk		+27 (0)34 980 0917
	+27 (0)83 256 6037		+27 (0)86 631 5852
	217 Brecher Street, Vryheid		P O Box 1618, Vryheid, 3100
	www.thangami.co.za
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All our rooms are fully en suite and self catering. Relax at the pool in summer or enjoy the warmth of the fireplace in our cosy lounge. Cuddle Stay has a warm atmosphere where you can relax after a busy day. Linen and towels are supplied. BBQ facilities at the swimming pool. Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, stove and bar fridge. For the comfort of our guests we are a non smoking establishment. Conveniently situated. Secure in-house parking, fax and ADSL internet access (additional fee charged).

Oom Wessel Guesthouse - KwaZulu-Natal, Melmoth

An easy 2 hour drive from Durban, in the heart of Zululand you will find Oom Wessel Guesthouse, a private and tranquil country retreat. Oom Wessel offers a unique combination of peace, comfort, homeliness and beautiful views. Situated on the farm Nandi, named after Shaka's mother, the atmosphere lends itself to a time from a bygone era. Guest cottages and rooms are reminiscent of settler homes and are tastefully decorated to ensure comfort and a warm, intimate and informal stay. It's an ideal and peaceful venue to rest and relax for tourists, groups, friends and honeymooners. Make time to relax and enjoy farm hospitality.

	Rina Gunter		+27 (0)31 466 2923
	+27 (0)78 239 8748		+27 (0)31 466 2923
	19 Sloane Road, Bluff		19 Sloane Road, Bluff, 4052
	www.allseasonsdurban.co.za

All Seasons B & B - your home away from home - is a luxury guest house with stunning 180 degree sea views. We have a lovely pool deck and braai area with our own private beach access. Enjoy fishing, snorkeling, long walks on the beach or meander along the rocks at low tide. Watch the whales and dolphins and wake up early to see the beautiful sunrise. Our luxury suites are all equipped with aircon, DStv, fridge, coffee stations, hairdryer and linen. We serve a full English breakfast. Self catering suites are also available. 20 minutes away from the city.