Set on the banks of the Sundays River, River Front Estate offers self-catering accommodations in Addo. Addo Elephant National Park is 8.1 mi away. Free WiFi is available . Featuring a patio with river and mountain views, the accommodations has a seating and dining area. There is also a kitchenette, fitted with a microwave and stovetop. Free private parking is also available at this chalet. Bed linen is provided. River Front Estate features an onsite restaurant and barbecue facilities. Guests also have access to laundry facilities. The nearest airport is Port Elizabeth Airport, 30 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.5
High score for Addo
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roberta
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved everything about River Front Estate. Lovely hostess, beautiful property.
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    Lovely estate with great views! Loved to spend some time on the terrace having dinner or a glass of wine overlooking the sunset at the river. The restaurant is very lovely and open Wednesday to Sunday. The location is just a short drive away from...
  • Jer
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Lisa was warm and welcoming when we arrived. We stayed in a beautiful chalet overlooking the river. The view was amazing, especially during sunset. The chalet had been recently renovated and everything felt new and clean! Tastefully decorated and...
  • Nicolaas
    Germany Germany
    We only stayed for one night and we had a tasty meal at the in house restaurant.
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was clean and comfortable with veranda having relaxed feel with views of garden and river setting. Lisa is a friendly hostess and gave lots of local info on arrival. Laundry (reasonably priced) was located on site which was handy after 2...
  • Mina
    Germany Germany
    Charming cottages, very clean and fully serviced, beautifully located right next to the river and close to Addo. We cannot recommend this place enough!
  • Stefan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Besides it being situated on the river (gorgeous), the dog that popped by while we were having breakfast outside was an absolutely treasure
  • Amanda
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely river-facing unit, perfect for our family (3 of us). Well appointed kitchen and Schalk brought us a Weber to braai on. Lisa is a great communicator and very kindly organised extra bedding as it was freezing. Very easy going and organised...
  • Stefan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What a stunning location with beautiful sunsets. The room was clean, and the host provided a helpful map with local recommendations. The internet connection was also great.
  • Miriam
    Germany Germany
    Very cute accommodation directly at the river with an amazing view of the sunset. Just 15 minutes to Addo Main Gate. Hosts were very nice and helpful.

Host Info

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
RIVER FRONT ESTATE : Set along the banks of the Sundays River, River Front Estate offers you beautiful self-catering units, with breath taking river and mountain views. Impeccably furnished units ensure you a comfortable and relaxing stay. Situated just off Addo's Main road, River Front Estate is only 13 kms from the Addo Elephant National Park as well as being close to restaurants and all activities and game parks the area has to offer. THE RIVER HOUSE - ADDO ELEPHANT : Situated 4.5kms from the Addo Elephant Park & opening out onto the beautiful Sunday River, THE RIVER HOUSE provides the perfect restful getaway for couples, groups & families. Being on the river & right on the doorstep of the famous Addo Elephant Park this lovely home is ideally located. Relaxation or Adventure? You can have them both, scenic river views, or safari adventures, sand boarding, canoeing, boating & so much more right at your finger tips. Charged at per person per night rate.
Please Note: We are not a star graded establishment, if you are looking for 5star luxury you will not find it here, what you will find here is simple, clean and very affordable accommodation, friendly and helpful staff and beautiful views. We strive to offer comfortable yet very affordable accommodation, with our prices being some of the cheapest in the area. We love animals and besides for our abundant birdlife we also have dogs, cats, chickens, ducks and a few geriatric gold fish on the property ready and waiting to welcome you. All our units have ceiling fans but do not have air-conditioning units.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • River Front Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local • International • South African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of River Front Estate
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Fan
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Food & Drink
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
Outdoor & View
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules
River Front Estate takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform River Front Estate of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about River Front Estate

  • Check-in at River Front Estate is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, River Front Estate is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • River Front Estate has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • River Front Estate has 1 restaurant:

    • River Front Restaurant
  • River Front Estate can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at River Front Estate may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • River Front Estate is 2 miles from the center of Addo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • River Front Estate offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Temporary art galleries