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The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection

5 Butt Street, 6191 Kenton on Sea, South Africa
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The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection

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Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
52 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 2820 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Set in the picturesque town of Kenton on Sea, The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection features a terrace and a garden with an outdoor pool. Featuring free private parking, this holiday home is within 1 km of the beach. Free WiFi is provided . This 4-bedroom house features a fully-equipped kitchen and an open-plan living area with a flat-screen TV. It boasts a covered terrace with a dining area and built-in barbecue facilities. 2 bedrooms offer an en suite bathroom with twin basins and a walk-in shower, while the other 2 bedrooms share a bathroom. Relax on the furnished terrace overlooking the pool, or enjoy an evening under the stars around the firepit. The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection also features an outdoor shower, where you can rinse off after a day at the beach. There are a number of shops and restaurants within 1 km of The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection, while Port Alfred is 25 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kenton on Sea

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Xola
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location was a amazing, close restaurants. The venue was stunning with friendly and helpful staff. Very neat and elegant touch to the home with all necessary amenities. Loved everything about our stay!”
  • Ryan
    South Africa South Africa
    “Everything! Amazing space and super comfortable. Loved it”
  • Andiswa
    South Africa South Africa
    “It was beautiful and clean and well located. We loved all the facilities I have no words the place is stunning I will definitely be back”
  • Damian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great property with everything you could need for a fantastic stay. Jon met us and showed us around as well as giving recommendations of where to eat.”
  • Tandeka
    South Africa South Africa
    “The house is beautiful and well equipped with everything you can think of.The kitchen is fully stocked with all the appliances needed.It felt like a home away from home and the fireplace made it nice and cosy in the lounge.”
  • Murphy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful finishes, very modern. Great layout of property.”
  • Theunis
    South Africa South Africa
    “The house was luxurious and very stylish. There was filtered water, filter coffee, wood and plenty of swimming towels.”
  • Daniel
    Ireland Ireland
    “Beautiful house with exceptional staff to greet us and say goodbye. Was one of our favorite places to stay we were so happy with it! Would highly recommend”
  • Nompumelelo
    South Africa South Africa
    “The setup, deco and spaciousness were great. Our standouts were the kitchen setup and fire pit. There was also housekeeping, which made our lives super easy.”
  • Fanie
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful property, they definitely thought of everything.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 197 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

The Oyster Collection: Offering Luxury Guest House, Bed & Breakfast, Self-Catering and Whole House Rental Accommodation with Uncompromised Standards in Franschhoek, Kenton-on-Sea, Grahamstown and Salem. The Oyster Collection has been built up over 10 years to offer outstanding accommodation aimed at the discerning traveler. We offer guest house, bed & breakfast, self-catering and whole house rental facilities, fully serviced and luxuriously equipped to ensure your ultimate relaxing holiday or business stay.

Property information

Refined Modern relaxed living , The Boat Shed transitions seamlessly between indoors and outdoors. A stylishly furnished living area leads out onto an outdoor space that surrounds the swimming pool. The fire pit area is perfect for fireside conversations. Here, we have perfected the art of hospitality. The Boat Shed can sleep up to eight people in its four bedrooms, the main one of which has a sea view. Based only a few minutes from the beach, you’ll also have the opportunity to see the area’s spectacular bird life. The master bedroom, with its tranquil sea view is designed to transition effortlessly from bed to bath. The spacious interior is tastefully furnished and features a king size bed, a large TV with digital satellite and a cupboard for storage. Reawaken your senses in the large bathroom with its freestanding bath, twin basins and walk-in shower. Carefree coastal living is embodied in the look and feel of this elegant living space with its king size bed. Its doors lead out onto the patio, overlooking the garden area. Its spacious bathroom has twin basins and a large walk-in shower. Everything you need to feel refreshed is a few steps away.

Neighbourhood information

Stylish beach house merges with the green beauty of the coastal bush at Kenton-on-Sea. It’s a destination surrounded by landmarks. The world renowned Garden Route is a two hours’ drive away, while Grahamstown is only 40 minutes away. It is a 135km drive from Port Elizabeth Airport and 165km from East London Airport. A number of game and safari reserves including Kariega, Shamwari, Addo Elephant Park and Kwandwe are situated nearby. Located at this picturesque town on the Sunshine Coast is The Boat Shed – the seventh house in the Oyster Collection, and its newest addition. A less than five minutes’ walk away is the main beach and river, as well as a variety of shops. It’s the ideal destination for visiting your children at DSG, St Andrews, Kingswood and Rhodes. If you’re attending the Grahamstown National Arts festival, it also makes a quieter base where you can retreat into privacy and tranquility.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shared bathroom
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Garden

    Common areas

    • Shared lounge/TV area

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Wellness

    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Food & Drink

    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Snack bar
    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Beach
    • Horse riding
      Off-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site

    Outdoor & View

    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View

    Building characteristics

    • Detached

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Miscellaneous

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • Safety deposit box

    Languages spoken

    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Xhosa

    House rules
    The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 18:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:30
    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 option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of ZAR 5,000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about £214. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 23
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note, arrivals after 20h00 need to be arranged with The Boat Shed prior to arrival.

    Please inform The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection 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.

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

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    A damage deposit of ZAR 5,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection on this page.

    • Check-in at The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Yes, The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Beach
      • Swimming Pool
      • Horse riding

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection on this page.

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

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

    • The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

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

    • The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection is 700 yards from the centre of Kenton on Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

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

    • The nearest beach is just 650 yards from The Boat Shed by The Oyster Collection. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.