Family-friendly vacation rentals in KwaZulu-Natal

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful seaside home! The views were absolutely stunning, especially at sunrise and sunset. The house was clean, cozy, and well-equipped with everything we needed. Just a short walk to the beach, it was the perfect relaxing getaway. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful coastal escape!

Amazing stay. Gaye was so easy to communicate with and she was accommodating. Will definitely be back

Ive been coming to Umhlanga for 30 years and Jacque's place is by the far the best Ive ever stayed in - spacious, clean, right on the beach. Truly amazing, thanks!

We had a wonderful stay! The place was great value for money—clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. David was an excellent host—very responsive, friendly, and made us feel welcome from the start. We’d definitely recommend staying here and would love to come back!

Fantastic place to stay in a really tranquil setting. I would definitely recommend it if you love nature and animals and just want to escape the chaos of the city for a few days.

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience staying here. Nikki and Tom went above and beyond as air b&b hosts and truly made my experience amazing. When I landed in Durban, they picked me up from the airport and after learning that my luggage was stuck in Joburg, they took me to the store so that I could get some toiletries and food for the day. They were so patient and warm in every interaction that I had with them. When we lost water, they brought me a 5 liter jug and were extremely communicative any time we lost water or electricity. I was in Durban for two months and struggled to find people to travel with and they literally adopted me most weekends to hang out with them at their beach club. Regarding the air bnb itself, it was the perfect size for me. It is in the safest neighborhood with great restaurants and a bakery within walking distance! There's fiber internet and a washing machine. Loved this little cottage, love Nikki and Tom, and love Durban!!

"We had an absolute blast staying at this beautiful rental! The property was spotless and perfectly appointed, with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was ideal, just a short walk from the beach and with stunning views. The hosts were super responsive and accommodating, making sure our stay was seamless. *Highlights of our stay:* - *Cleanliness*: The property was immaculately clean and well-maintained - *Amenities*: The kitchen was fully equipped. - *Location*: Close proximity to the beach and breathtaking views We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway." ¹

We had the most magnificent stay in Bev and Phil's place - everything was amazing! It is impossible to put that view into words - and to wake up to it every morning was just unreal. I had to pinch myself every day to make sure I wasn't dreaming. Everyone in the family had the best time - the kids, the grandparents, and the pups included! Thank you Bev for being so welcoming, and just so lovely to deal with. You made our stay even more special. We can't wait to come back.

Sublime location with wonderful sea views! We had a really super time away!

We had a wonderful stay, thanks Robyn! A beautiful retreat from the world, cosy, and the perfect space for our office staff to take a breather and do some planning for the year.

Santie and her family were so welcoming. They went out of their way to help us to ensure we had a wonderful experience. We so look forward to staying again. Grateful.

Maryke was such a wonderful host! Her warm welcome made us feel right at home as we arrived. Honey Cottage is a magical getaway with idyllic views and a tranquil atmosphere. From dreamy mountainside surroundings to a fully equipped farm stay cottage- every detail made this stay incredibly worthwhile! The area is safe, the premise is secure and easy to access with a standard road vehicle. 100% recommend!

Place is nice and clean, great seaview, ample space and safety for our dogs, very helpful host and staff. Gareth approved our stay after another host cancelled on us last minute. The place is great. No complaints about the venue, host or team everything was fantastic. Just note that the roads are a little rough in the area.

Stephanie was extremely welcoming and open to suggestions regarding our pets when we have to leave them whilst we were attending to shooping etc. She communicated everything well and was easy to talk to. We enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again.

Merilyn could not have been more hospitable for our short stay here. A lovely place with awesome views towards the mountains, and great amenities. Thank you!

Way beyond expectations! We had an incredible stay with Gill and Don in their gorgeous spot right on the ocean. The flat was very well kitted & spotless, bed was very comfy & we really appreciated the full kitchen experience as we love to cook at home. Waking up to the ocean sounds and having that incredible patio view for coffee and lunches was outstanding. Unlike others, this listing is actually a 2 min walk from the beach- the gorgeous Thompsons bay beach - secluded and beautiful. Excellent restaurants and malls are a short drive away. WiFi was great. As for the hosting, Gill and Don were brilliant - accommodating, very kind & friendly and just lovely people. We had such a peaceful, relaxing stay thank you so much. Highly recommend & we’ll definitely be back.

My family and I recently had the opportunity to stay at Elise's place, and we felt right at home! There were tons of activities for the kids, and the staff are so, so friendly. Both Elise and Courtaney were great hosts, friendly and attentive. We will definitely be booking again. A true gem, a home away from home 🏡, 😊

We had a wonderful stay at The Cottage. The space was comfortable with homely amenities. The morning view of the ocean and the sunrise was special. We had dolphin sightings on both days that we stayed. We also spotted beautiful birds. We would definitely come back again. Thank you Bev - you have a special spot and your attention to detail made the cottage extra comfortable.

My colleague and I had a lovely stay. The Villa is well equipped and lovely. There is lots to do in San Lameer. A very lovely stay and will be back if in the area again.

Alan was responsive and ensured we had everything we needed, including getting us additional pots. Thank you for that. We had an amazing time. A special shout-out to Nandi, who made sure our apartment was perfectly clean throughout our stay.

We had an amazing stay in this accommodation, the view is amazing. Thank you so much 😊

Second time we stayed here and as a group of four friends it is a perfect spot with all we needed.

We have just completed a 3 week stay with 4 adults sharing Loren's place. In our opinion it is the perfect place to stay if visiting Ballito. The apartment itself is large, very clean and extremely well equipped. The complex is very well maintained, in particular the pool and garden areas. It is also situated in an ideal spot with direct access to the boardwalk and beach, and is a within a short walking distance of shops and restaurants. Parking is secure and undercover. We can't add much more to all the other positive reviews which are spot on. For any golfers, we would highly recommend Umhlali Country Club golf course which is a 10 minute drive away.  Thanks especially to our hosts Loren, Deon and Viv who are on hand and very quick to respond should you need anything.

We had a lovely time - way to short, but enjoyed every minute. Peaceful surrounds and great walking trails. Jan is very responsive to messages and provided useful information as well as clear instructions.