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23 Ambleside Retreat

30 reviews
Guest House

Reviews

4.5/ 5

Based on 30 reviews

Excellent
Cleanliness
4.6
Location
4.6
Value for money
4.3
Service
4.5
Safety
4.5
Elizabeth B
Short stay ⋅ Individual traveller
5.0
Nov 2025

A great place to relax. The cottage I booked was small and there is not really a kitchen (i.e. no sink to wash dishes), but I was on my own and did not mind. I really enjoyed the close proximity to the beach and the owner was very friendly, a lovely lady. I felt safe walking to the beach on my own and the beach was fantastic, not busy.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Room stayed in
Two Sleeper Cottage
Jaco T
1 night stay ⋅ On business
5.0
Oct 2025

Clean. Parking is close and safe. Friendly service. Accommodation is neat. Parking is close and safe. Friendly service and a warm welcome were received. The sea is within walking distance.

Netjies. Parkering is naby en veilig. Vriendelike diens. Verblyf is netjies. Parkering is naby en veilig. Daar is vriendelike diens en 'n warm ontvangs gekry. Die see is loopafstand.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Room stayed in
Two Sleeper Cottage
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat

Thank you so much, Jaco! We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you found the accommodation neat and that the safe, convenient parking and friendly service enhanced your stay. We are also glad you enjoyed the warm welcome and the easy walk to the beach! We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Baie dankie, Jaco! Ons waardeer dit opreg dat u die tyd geneem het om 'n resensie te skryf. Ons is so bly om te hoor dat u die verblyf netjies gevind het, en dat die veilige parkering en vriendelike diens u ervaring verbeter het. Dit is altyd ons doel om gaste 'n warm ontvangs te gee. Ons hoop om u gou weer te sien! Thank you so much, Jaco! We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you found the accommodation neat and that the safe, convenient parking and friendly service enhanced your stay. We are also glad you enjoyed the warm welcome and the easy walk to the beach! We hope to welcome you back again soon.

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Lizaan S
Short stay ⋅ Family with teenagers
5.0
Aug 2025

Tranquil. Friendly, clean, close to the ocean, and a big bonus, we could bring our little sausage with! Amazing hostess and friendly staff. Thank you so much.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
Thank you so much for this absolutely lovely review! "Tranquil" is exactly what we aim for, and we are thrilled you felt that way. It was an absolute pleasure having you and your "little sausage" (we loved having them!). We are so glad the friendly staff, cleanliness, and proximity to the ocean added to your experience. Your kind words about the hostess and staff mean the world to us. Thank you for choosing to stay with us—we hope to welcome you all back soon! Warm regards, Catherine
Alta C
Short stay ⋅ With friends
5.0
Jun 2025

A wonderful, relaxing weekend with friends. Fantastic living house, spacious with lapa and braai facilities. Very happy with the Nespresso machine! Was a wonderful hostess!

Heerlike, ontspanne naweek saam met vriende. Fantastiese leefhuis, ruim met lapa en braaigeriewe. Baie bly oor die Nespresso masjien! Was 'n wonderlike gasvrou!

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
Thank you so much, Alta! It was a joy having you over with your lovely family.
Carol M
Short stay ⋅ With partner
4.6
Mar 2025

The stay was comfortable. The stay was comfortable but rather cramped. Catherine was excellent and concerned about our comfort.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
3.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
Thank you so much, Carol. Hosting guests is my passion and I am happy if everyone has a good time and is comfortable. We do have bigger units for you next time you come to visit.
Duncan D
1 night stay ⋅ On business
4.0
Jul 2025

Nice. Clean and safe stay.

Cleanliness
4.0
Service
4.0
Location
4.0
Safety
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
That is a great, concise review from Duncan! He clearly valued the cleanliness and safety of his stay, and gave consistent 4-star ratings across the board. Here is a brief, appreciative, and professional reply: Reply to Duncan Dear Duncan, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so pleased to hear that you found your stay clean and safe, and that your experience was "Nice". Maintaining high standards for cleanliness and security is a top priority for us, so we truly appreciate your perfect 4-star ratings across all categories! We look forward to welcoming you back to 23 Ambleside on your next visit. Best regards,
Anonymous Guest
1 night stay ⋅ Individual traveller
3.6
Aug 2025

Cleanliness
4.0
Service
4.0
Location
4.0
Safety
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
This review from Martin is a good one, but it also provides constructive feedback, particularly in the lower ratings for value for money (3) and security (3), while the overall experience was "very peaceful and pleasant" and the location was "very nice within walking distance to the beach." It's important to acknowledge the positive and gently address the areas for improvement. Here is a balanced and professional reply: Reply to Martin Dear Martin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very pleased to hear that you found your stay "peaceful and pleasant" and that you enjoyed the excellent walking distance to the beach! We also appreciate the specific ratings you provided for us to improve. We are glad that the customer service (4), cleanliness (4), and location (4) met your expectations. We have noted your ratings for value for money (3) and security (3). We take all feedback seriously and are actively reviewing our services and safety measures to ensure we are offering the best possible experience and value to all our guests. Thank you again for your valuable input. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Catherine
Diana C
1 night stay ⋅ With friends
5.0
Apr 2024

Peaceful, beautiful setting and comfortable accommodation. Three of us stayed in the flat, which was equipped with everything we needed. The garden is beautiful, and we made use of the pool and generous outside area seating.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat
Thank you so much for your review! Really enjoyed hosting you. Welcome back anytime.
Dave E
Short stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
Feb 2024

Comfortable and private. Neat, clean and comfortable self-contained and separate cottage on a property one block from the sea, almost perfect. Host is kind, gracious and private. Don't hesitate to stay here.

Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat

Thank you so much for this review, Dave Edwards. It was a pleasure hosting you and meeting your family. You were great guests and most welcome to visit again when you are around. Hope you got home safe

Baie dankie vir hierdie resensie, Dave Edwards. Dit was 'n plesier om jou te huisves en jou gesin te ontmoet. Julle was wonderlike gaste en baie welkom om weer te kom kuier as julle daar is. Hoop jy het veilig by die huis gekom

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Prof. Hennie K
1 night stay ⋅ With partner
5.0
May 2023

Comfortable short term stay. The accommodation is neat with everything you need. It is not big, but sufficient for 2 persons. It doesn't have washing up facilities, but the hostess offered to wash any dishes. The parking is right in front of the door and behind a steel gate. A plus was that provision was made for load shedding.

Gemaklike korttermyn verblyf. Die verblyf is netjies met alles wat nodig is. Dit is nie groot nie, maar voldoende vir 2 persone. Dit het nie opwasgeriewe nie, maar die gasvrou het aangebied om enige skottelgoed te was. Die parkering is reg voor die deur en agter 'n staalhek. 'n Plus was dat daar voorsiening gemaak is vir beurtkrag.

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Cleanliness
5.0
Service
5.0
Location
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catherine
23 Ambleside Retreat

Thank you Prof. a really inspiring couple you are. Thank you for staying with us.

Dankie Prof. 'n baie inspirerende paartjie wat julle is. Dankie dat jy by ons gebly het.

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  • Capacity: 21 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 23 Ambleside Road, Umtentweni, Port Shepstone, 4235, KwaZulu-Natal
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