Located within a 5-minute walk of Ramsgate Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm. The 3.5-star vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a furnished patio.
Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Hibiscus Mall Centre - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
Margate Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
Uvongo Beach - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
Getting around
Margate (MGH) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
The Bistro - 2 min drive
Crayfish Inn - 5 min walk
Riptide Restaurant - 11 min drive
Royal Bakery - 5 min drive
The Blue Strawberry - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Whaleback Cottage
Guests of this vacation home enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available.
The vacation home features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a furnished patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms, a dining area, and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a private yard, and an electric kettle.
Recreational amenities at the vacation home include an outdoor pool.
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Fully-fenced
Furnished patio
Outdoor furniture
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Ceiling fan
Pets
Pet friendly
Pets stay free
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks
Safe
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
This property welcomes pets for free
Service animals exempt from fees
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
A damage deposit of ZAR 2000 will be collected before check-in.
Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
The property is professionally cleaned.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Whaleback Cottage Margate
Whaleback Cottage Private vacation home
Whaleback Cottage Private vacation home Margate
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Margate, just steps from Ramsgate Beach. You'll also find Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm and Margate Beach within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is Whaleback Cottage good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen along with an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Whaleback Cottage?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Yes, pets stay free at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Margate (MGH), which is 4.2 mi away (11 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Whaleback Cottage?
Yes, every accommodation at Whaleback Cottage comes with a furnished patio.