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Located in the sea-side town of Ballito, this luxurious guest house offers spacious rooms with balconies. Inspired by the South African vineyards, it features an outdoor pool and a terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean. The Vineyard on Ballito has elegantly decorated rooms with wooden furniture, fine percale linen, ornate chandeliers and original artworks. Each of the air-conditioned rooms was named after a South African wine estate. Guests can start their day with a rich continental and English breakfast in the dining room or in the privacy of their room. Packed lunches and picnic baskets are also available. You can enjoy a pleasant tea in the forecourt with its shady grapevine, or relax by the pool. You will also find a choice of shopping malls, cinemas and entertainment venues nearby the guest house. Ballito has many golden beaches, including Salmon Bay, Thompson’s Bay and Clarke Bay. King Shaka International Airport is 12 km away, and the property offers free private parking on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Ballito
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  • Thomas
    South Africa South Africa
    It was a last minute booking for the day, literally 30 minutes before we areived we asked for the bed to be made into a king bed and when we arrived we were greeted by a stunning property and a friendly host which showed us around and let us get...
  • Jovanka
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful setting, very quiet, exceptional views, just what we wanted.
  • Nicole
    South Africa South Africa
    I loved everything about the accomodation and the hosts Des and Lynelle. This place is exceptional and I can't wait to return. I enjoyed everything. There are value adds which I have never experienced in any other accomodation. This is both on a...

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 283 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Vineyard on Ballito was established in 2003 - owned by Stephen Sharratt & Elaine Evans The Vineyard on Ballito is managed by twin sisters Desiree and Lynell Bunger.

Languages spoken

English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Vineyard on Ballito
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Zulu

    House rules

    The Vineyard on Ballito takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    ZAR 100 per child, per night
    3 - 7 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 200 per child, per night
    8 - 10 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 300 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Vineyard on Ballito accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Vineyard on Ballito. You can use the Special Request box when booking or contact the property.

    Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

    Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Any violation of this policy will result in eviction from the property and additional cleaning fees will be charged.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Vineyard on Ballito in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about The Vineyard on Ballito

    • Room options at The Vineyard on Ballito include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double

    • The prices at The Vineyard on Ballito may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Vineyard on Ballito is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The Vineyard on Ballito is 1,050 yards from the centre of Ballito. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at The Vineyard on Ballito can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The Vineyard on Ballito offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Water park
      • Swimming Pool
      • Horse riding
      • Beach