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Pebble Beach Luxury 2BR
Cathy & Jono are great hosts and excellent communicators. Would give you great advice on your routes and how to go about it. Would definitely book again.

The best spot in Umdloti.
Well appointed, comfortable unit with lots of space and light. Located right on the beach with easy access to the promenade for walking. Lovely, spacious patio with 180 degree views of the ocean. Kitchen is modern with all appliances. Thank you, we enjoyed our relaxing stay.

84 Chakas Cove
Lovely spot in a family oriented beach area. A short walk to a beach that is tightly controlled by security guards. The house has great views of the ocean and we appreciated the gas braai and evening views. The beach is very busy all day and can get crowded. The grounds are set up for families with kids so expect a lot of toddlers and younger teenager.

102 Chakas Cove - A Seaside Sanctuary
Amazing view and a very beautiful cozy place, with the deco being very amazing.

Beautiful loft on the beach "Incredible Sea Views"
The place is beautiful, it exceeded our expectations especially the decor inside and the ocean view. Breathtaking.

Goldcliff Ballito Beach Apartment
A clean, spacious and modern apartment with a well-equipped kitchen. It’s conveniently located - within walkable distance of the main boardwalk and several swimming beaches. Candice is also really helpful and communicative!

Umdloti Cabanas Beach Apartment 2
We love Jess’ cabana - we have stayed there twice now and hope to come back again. It is an amazingly beautiful flat in a fantastic sea side location with glorious views of the ocean from every room.

Stay on the beach - 180° Unobstructed Sea View
A true gem of a place. Clean, comfortable and with everything that's needed to enjoy a stay away from home. The location is just great! Awesome beach and walkway just metres away and a view to die for. Many restaurants and grocery shops closeby. Can recommend this place with pleasure.
House rentals with beach access

7BR Beach front house for families
What a great stay and host. We loved the location right on the beach and a beautiful big house. The host was super proactive and Dickson, the onsite house manager, was a super sweet guy. Highly recommended

Beach Break Home
Great place, close to umhlanga and local beach, great host too, he is very attentive and friendly

The Beach House | On Little Maritzburg
Gorgeous home and fantastic location. We enjoyed our family weekend - a safe garden for children to play in, a wonderful beach right in front of the house, and a comfortable and spacious home. We definitely will be back

Umdloti Beach House- perfect location- walk
This really was a 10/10. Great location. Pet friendly. Flexible & communicative hosts. Will definitely book this spot again!

Luxury Private Beach Villa between Umdloti Ballito
Michele’s place was a little hidden haven on the beach. It was absolutely fabulous. The house is exactly as described the beach access is perfect. 8 of us were there and did not want to leave. Zandile is absolute wonderful she made our stay even better! Highly recommend

Chakas Terrace 7 - Beach House
Melissa was the BEST. This was one of the best Airbnb experiences I’ve had! The place is absolutely beautiful and truly became the highlight of our vacation. The check-in process was smooth. It was comfortable, welcoming, and had everything we needed and more. I highly recommend this place and I am definitely going back.

5 | Direct Beach Access | Inverter
What a great place!! Prime location SUPER close to the beach, and a nice spot on the beach with yoga and a coffeeshop right there! The kitchen was very well equipped and the house very clean :) We stayed here as colleagues and all had enough space to work but braai as well. Would definitely recommend this spot and book it again!!

Salt Rock Beach House, Rascal’s Rest
Wow, what an amazing house! Stunning with plenty of room and right on the beach. Everybody who went just loved the place and can't wait to go back. Isabel and Zanele were just wonderful and helpful in every way. We will definitely be making a booking there again. Thank you so much, Tessa. We could not have found a better place for our break.
Condo rentals with beach access

Penthouse Apt With Amazing Sea View
We had an amazing stay at this gem on the Dolphin Coast! The apartment is beautiful and perfectly located—just steps from the beach and tidal pool. The sea views are breathtaking, and we loved spending time on the verandah overlooking Chakas Rock. It’s ideal for a couple or small family, with everything you need for a relaxing, self-catering holiday. The complex is safe and quiet, with restaurants just around the corner. Highly recommended for a coastal getaway!

4 La Mer Ballito , on the beach
My family and I enjoyed our stay at La Mer No4. The unit is clean,spacious and so stunning with all the modern finishes and homely touches. Thandi was so warm and welcoming and kept the place so neat and tidy. I highly recommend for families and couples who are looking to enjoy the beauty of Ballito and surroundings in a home away from home. We will definately be staying at La Mer on our next trip to KZN... Thank you Melinda, Nikita and Thandi Best wishes The Sukdao Family from Capetown

Seaview Apartment in Warner Beach
We had a lovely stay at Seaview. The views are awesome and everything that we needed was provided. Even the emergency light and gas stove when loadshedding was suddenly implemented without warning

Modern, bright condo right on the beach.
What a beautiful spot! From the moment you arrive you feel as though you can exhale. Stunning place, beautiful furniture linen and every amenity. Special touches like great coffee, milk in the fridge and just all round welcoming space. Oh but the views of the ocean!! Wow! Literally a few steps away with direct beach access and access to the promenade with its host of beautiful restaurants and close proximity to shopping etc. You can’t get better value for money in such a beautiful space and location than this spot in Umhlanga! Oh and the host was the cherry on top. Warm, helpful, responsive. I will be booking again! That’s for sure. 🔥🔥🔥

Lagoon Drive Upmarket Beachfront Nest
The place is definitely aesthetically pleasing, from the kitchenette to the bedroom and the bathroom, definitely felt at home and comfortable. No problems what so ever. Not forgetting the stunning ocean view, just beautiful and peaceful. Loved every bit of the place.

Beach Sea View Luxurious Umhlanga Apartment
We had a very relaxing time. The apartment is very well appointed, in a great location - quiet but close to everything - with the most amazing views from a spacious balcony.

Beach apartment
🌟 5-Star Stay! 🌟 I had the pleasure of spending a week at Julie’s place to celebrate my PhD graduation with family, and what a perfect choice it was! 🎓✨ The apartment was exactly as shown in the pictures: spotlessly clean, well-maintained, and beautifully presented. It sits right on the beachfront, offering stunning views and easy access to a peaceful and uncrowded beach — ideal for relaxation and family bonding. One of the standout features was the regular servicing of the apartment. Julie arranged for a cleaner every second day, which kept the space fresh, tidy, and comfortable throughout our stay. This was more than just a stay — it was a beautiful, convenient space to reconnect with family, unwind, and reflect. Thank you, Julie, for your warm hospitality and for making this special week even more memorable. Highly recommended! 🙌🏽🌊🏡

Ballito Beachfront Paradise *with backup power*
I HIGHLY recommend this venue. It is perfect for a small family trip. The unit is spacious, fully equipped, and even has a washer/dryer. It is just steps from the beach/boardwalk, and the host provides helpful items like beach towels and beach chairs. Just note that it’s on the top floor of the building, so pack accordingly since you’ll need to carry your bags. Loren is an excellent host, fully responsive, and so very helpful. There are multiple beachside restaurants less than a 5 minute walk from the building, and lots of rock pools and safe swimming areas along the beach. If you are looking to stay in Ballito, this is the place.
Quick stats about vacation rentals with beach access in South Beach
Total rentals
100 properties
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$30 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2.1K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
40 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with a pool
10 properties have a pool
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40 properties have a dedicated workspace
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