Our Top Coastal Getaways for Summer in South Africa

Coastal Getaways South Africa

Experience the beauty of the South African coastline when you book a stay in one of our coastal getaways offering uninterrupted ocean views.

Situated on the southernmost tip of the African continent, South Africa is a country of mind-blowing natural beauty where unrivalled scenic diversity, unforgettable adventures and unique escapes contribute to its renowned tourism appeal. In addition to incredible wildlife viewing opportunities, exceptional Wineland’s explorations, quaint working farms and towering mountains, South Africa is host to a spectacular coastline spanning more than 2,850 kilometres, four provinces, and two oceans. From the raw, rugged majesty of the Eastern Cape’s Wild Coast and the golden sand beaches, warm waters and tropical climate of the Dolphin Coast in KwaZulu Natal, to the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic oceans in the Western Cape, South Africa’s coastline is one of a kind. Whether you’re seeking an exclusive seaside villa, a quaint beach cottage or an all-inclusive ocean lodge, Conservio has the perfect coastal escape for you.

Western Cape Coastal Getaways

Western Cape Coastal Getaways

A region of folded mountains, valleys, beautiful beaches, winelands and breathtaking scenery, the allure of the Western Cape speaks for itself. It’s here where visitors have the rare opportunity of experiencing two different oceans in one province – the icy, wild Atlantic to the west and the warm, crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean to the east. No matter which side of the coastline you choose, you’re guaranteed a truly memorable seaside getaway.

Lekkerwater Beach Lodge

Lekkerwater Beach Lodge

Lekkerwater Beach Lodge in the Overberg region is suited to the traveller who enjoys life’s simple luxuries – time spent together, embracing the natural beauty of their surroundings, and immersing themselves in tranquillity. The lodge focuses on a new type of luxury; disconnecting from the everyday. With just seven available suites, Lekkerwater Beach Lodge provides guests with an intimate experience. Each suite’s private deck provides the perfect place to marvel at the ocean and embrace the tranquillity of the area. Between July and November, whales can be seen breaching and lob tailing as if putting on a private show.

Morukuru Beach Lodge

Morukuru Beach Lodge

Considered one of South Africa’s leading beach hotels, Morukuru Beach Lodge embodies exceptional service, setting, and overall experience. This luxurious lodge offers guests a secluded escape in the Cape Floral Kingdom, located in De Hoop Nature Reserve. Surrounded by flourishing flora, fauna, and fynbos, it’s a nature-lovers paradise. With just two Family Suites, two Ocean View Suites, and a Honeymoon Suite, Morukuru Beach Lodge is an intimate escape. Relax in the privacy and comfort of your suite and make the most of the lodge’s shared living areas, or book Morukuru Beach Lodge on an exclusive-use basis and enjoy all it has to offer without interruption.

Morukuru Ocean House

Morukuru Ocean House

Welcome to Morukuru Ocean House, a fully serviced, all-inclusive home away from home. This private house features an innovative off-the-grid design while blending seamlessly into its exquisite, fynbos-filled surroundings in De Hoop Nature Reserve. Embrace luxury with four thoughtfully designed suites, each featuring ocean views and an en-suite bathroom. Guests can expect a spacious layout, modern amenities, a wood-burning fireplace and a private balcony. The spacious dining room offers seemingly endless views of the ocean while meals are prepared by a private chef. Other exciting features of the property include a sea view lounge, a hot tub, a private on-site pool, and a rooftop terrace ideal for watching the sunset.

Pringle Bay Villa

Pringle Bay Villa

Pringle Bay Villa is a breathtaking coastal escape located right on the shore of a charming seaside village in the Overberg region, offering an authentic experience with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. With cosy indoor fireplaces, direct beach access, a private swimming pool and an outdoor living space shielded from the prevailing South Easter winds, the villa offers a magical stay year-round, no matter the season. Pringle Bay Villa features four double en-suite bedrooms (two with extra-length king-size beds, one with a queen-size bed and one with twin single beds) sleeping up to eight guests, as well as an open-plan fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and living area. Outside, you’ll discover an indigenous garden featuring a natural stream and pond (regularly visited by Cape Clawless Otters) a rim-flow pool, and a private outdoor bath and shower offering mesmerising 360-degree vistas.

Whalesong Lodge

Whalesong Lodge

Whalesong Lodge is a boutique guesthouse situated in De Kelders, Gansbaai, not more than 2 hours from Cape Town. The lodge has luxurious and homey accommodations, offering four standard rooms and one honeymoon suite. Each of the rooms has private decks boasting beautiful views over the Walker Bay beach and beyond to the Kleinrivier mountains. Whalesong Lodge was designed to make the most of the amazing views over Walker Bay towards Hermanus and Cape Point. The lodge has a roomy open-plan lounge and the dining room is divided by a freestanding fireplace. A huge glass folding door takes you to a wooden deck with a swimming pool overlooking the ocean.

Romansbaai Collection

Romansbaai Collection

Set in a pristine private bay and reserve a stone’s throw from the popular tourism destination of Gansbaai in the Western Cape, the Romansbaai Collection offers five premium self-catering houses for guests seeking a stylish escape. The minimalist-designed houses are fully equipped and tastefully decorated, each featuring one or two bedrooms and a different premium design and interior style. Guests can choose to relax inside the comfortable lounge adorned with modern amenities or whip up a delicious meal in the fully-equipped kitchen. All the houses have a spacious outdoor patio and seating area, with select houses even offering a wood-fired hot tub.

Yzers Boat House

Yzers Boat House

Yzers Boat House is a remarkable coastal escape located in the small West Coast village of Yzerfontein. The pet-friendly accommodation is self-catering and is located just steps away from the beach, offering endless salty adventures. As you enter the unique hideaway that was once an old boat house, you’ll be captivated by its extraordinary features. Yzers Boat House boasts two comfortable bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy lounge adorned with a fireplace, and modern amenities. With a capacity to accommodate up to four guests and luxury facilities such as a wood-fired KolKol hot tub and modern SMEG appliances, you’re guaranteed an unforgettable stay on nature’s doorstep.

Crayfish Lodge

Crayfish Lodge

Crayfish Lodge, located in Gansbaai in the Overberg region, will offer you some of the most amazing sea, mountain, and fynbos views in the country. With only five suites guests are promised an intimate, relaxing experience where comfort is of the utmost importance. Crayfish Lodge has two Panorama Suites and three Atlantic Garden Rooms, each offering its own private patio with stunning sea views over the ocean beyond – completely clear and undisturbed. Keep an eye out for frolicking dolphins and lobtailing whales in season! Guests are served a full health breakfast buffet daily, offering a great variety of fresh local produce to please any palate, which they can enjoy on the main balcony overlooking the sea or inside the comfortable lounge.

Marlin Manor

Marlin Manor

Marlin Manor is a seafront exclusive-use coastal villa situated at the southernmost tip of Africa, offering 650 metres of pristine white sandy beaches a mere 2-hour drive from Cape Town. With 180-degree uninterrupted sea views, spacious, elegant, and modern living spaces, plus total privacy, it offers the perfect place to experience the magic of the Overberg. The beautiful, secluded villa accommodates up to 16 guests in six rooms with a combination of king-size, double, and bunk beds, with bathrooms featuring three bathtubs and two showers to ensure comfort and convenience for all. Although self-catering with a state-of-the-art kitchen, visitors can enjoy delightful meals at the Catch Cook Restaurant at nearby Struisbaai Harbour before soaking up the sunset on the private deck and enjoying a truly unique experience.

Whalesong Beach Cottage

Whalesong Beach Cottage

Escape to the tranquil Churchhaven area on the idyllic West Coast and discover Whalesong Beach Cottage, a nature lover’s dream retreat. This five-bedroom cottage, only an hour’s drive from Cape Town, offers relaxation, adventure, and an off-the-grid experience for up to 10 guests. Recently renovated with comfort in mind, Whalesong Beach Cottage boasts a sustainable footprint. Cook up a storm on the gas hob or gas braai/barbecue while taking in the breathtaking ocean views from the outdoor firepit. Whalesong Beach Cottage’s classic fisherman’s cottage style blends seamlessly into the environment, inviting you to rediscover the simple joys of life – a digital detox, quality time with loved ones, and immersion in nature’s beauty.

Eastern Cape Coastal Getaways

Eastern Cape Coastal Getaways

A short drive from the popular beaches and seaside towns of the Garden Route lies the Eastern Cape – a place of traditional villages, stunning nature reserves, abundant wildlife, big smiles and small crowds. It’s also home to some of the country’s most gorgeous beaches and an 800km long coastline that serves as a mecca for surfers, travellers, and lovers of unspoilt natural beauty.

Sandcastle Luxury Villa

Sandcastle Luxury Villa

Located among the rolling hills of the Wesley Coastal Conservancy, Sandcastle Luxury Villa is an award-winning, exclusive-use villa set within a stunning 275-hectare ancient coastal forest reserve teeming with wildlife. This secluded haven is just steps away from a vast private beach, offering unobstructed vistas of the Indian Ocean and the rugged bushveld surroundings, and has been designed to mimic a real-life sandcastle – inspired by the Malanese granary. Sandcastle Luxury Villa features four spacious en-suite bedrooms overlooking the ocean below, while each of the open-plan living areas, dining rooms and fully equipped designer kitchen are surrounded by large glass doors and windows. The interior offers fireplaces for chilly days, while shaded outdoor areas with comfortable sofas provide a tranquil spot to observe the ocean during summer.

KwaZulu Natal Coastal Getaways

KwaZulu Natal Coastal Getaways

KwaZulu Natal is often considered a traveller’s dream with its subtropical climate and natural environment that lends itself to adventure and exploration. It is located in the southeast of South Africa, with a long shoreline on the Indian Ocean, stretching from the trendy north to the slow south, where warm waters, sun-drenched beaches and lush landscapes await travellers.

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Makakatana Bay Lodge is a truly unique escape situated on the banks of Lake St. Lucia. Part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) guests of the lodge can experience one of the few natural wonders left on earth, with a side of sought-after luxury and warm, welcoming service. Surrounded by lush greenery, free-roaming wildlife and white sand beaches, Makakatana Bay Lodge offers a traveller’s trifecta. Host to just eight private, wooden suites with their own decks, king-size beds, luxurious bathrooms and spacious living areas, Makakatana Bay Lodge offers an intimate experience suited to couples and families alike.

Thonga Beach Lodge

Thonga Beach Lodge

Thonga Beach Lodge lies deep in a wilderness of white beaches, blazing corals and freshwater lakes. Remotely located on the shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll find it’s one of South Africa’s most pristine beach destinations. With just 12 luxurious thatched rooms, Thonga Beach Lodge is the perfect place to escape and discover an unrivalled marine wilderness. Guests have the option of staying in a Forest View or Ocean View suite/family suite, each of which is equipped with en-suite bathrooms, luxurious beds, and a view-drenched private patio.

Sala Beach House

Sala Beach House

Sala Beach House is a scenic coastal getaway with 5-star service, a wonderful sense of serenity, and beautiful lodgings tucked away amongst towering palm trees. Sala Beach House offers an escape designed to make visitors feel like they are in a home away from home, where every desire has been carefully considered to make for an unforgettable seaside break. Sala Beach House features an intimate selection of suites and rooms, each sleeping two – making it a wonderful destination for couples seeking a romantic retreat. Those travelling with friends and family can book the exclusive 3-bedroom villa, offering a spacious open-plan living area with a dining and lounge space, a full kitchen, and a sparkling private plunge pool.

Spend an unforgettable summer in South Africa and book your seaside escape with Conservio today!