JBay Zebra Lodge

4.0 star property
Country house in Thornhill with a winery and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Dining
Leopard Family Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Country Luxury Safari Tent | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Leopard Family Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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442 Strandfontein Alongside R102, Old Cape Road Jeffreys Bay, Thornhill, Eastern Cape, 6375
  • Place, Albatross Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Jeffreys Bay Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolphin Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Earth Luxury Suite

  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stone Luxury Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Colonial Luxury Safari Tent

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Country Luxury Safari Tent

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Leopard Family Room

  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Thornhill

JBay Zebra Lodge places you 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 14.9 mi (24 km) from Albatross Beach. This 4-star country house has 5 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a winery, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Albatross Beach - 24 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Fountains Mall - 24 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Jeffreys Bay Beach - 27 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Dolphin Beach - 29 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Kragga Kamma Game Park - 37 min drive - 29.1 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crossways Country Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • Thornhill Hotel
  • ‪JC's Pub (Soon-Toe) - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Maxi's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Intle Game Lodge and Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

JBay Zebra Lodge

Country house in Thornhill with a winery and free breakfast
Guests of JBay Zebra Lodge enjoy a winery, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 380 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished patios, sitting areas, and private yards are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2018
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 380 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 380 (one-way)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

JBay Zebra Lodge Thornhill
JBay Zebra Thornhill
JBay Zebra
JBay Zebra Lodge Thornhill
JBay Zebra Lodge Country House
JBay Zebra Lodge Country House Thornhill

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the country house. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Spa services at the country house include massages.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge feature a casino?

No, JBay Zebra Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at JBay Zebra Lodge?

No, this country house doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is JBay Zebra Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this country house, including an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at JBay Zebra Lodge?

No, but this country house offers jetted bathtubs in some accommodations.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, JBay Zebra Lodge serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at JBay Zebra Lodge.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this country house.

What is the closest airport to JBay Zebra Lodge?

The closest major airport to JBay Zebra Lodge is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is about 29.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Yes, every accommodation at JBay Zebra Lodge comes with a furnished patio with some featuring ocean views.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at JBay Zebra Lodge if that's in your vacation plans.