Crooked Tree Cottage
Location: 39 Hilken Drive, Durban, za
Star Rating: 9 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Charming Accommodation Near Umhlanga's Beaches
Picturesque Garden Setting: Enjoy the unique beauty of a "crooked" tree offering shade in summer and a stunning leafless spectacle in winter.
Spectacular Sea Views: Wake up to magnificent ocean views from your balcony and indulge in the beauty of the surrounding nature and birdlife.
Personalized Service: Experience a warm welcome and attentive service from our friendly hosts, ensuring a relaxed and delightful stay.
Book your stay at Crooked Tree Cottage for a tranquil retreat near Umhlanga's beaches and Durban's attractions.
Important Information
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Squash
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Outdoor furniture
- Shallow end
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Face masks for guests available
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Mobile app for room service
- Broadcast Live sport events
- Aerobics
- Stand-up comedy
- Free wired internet
- Golfing on site
- Scuba diving on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Tennis lessons on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Water park access (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Secured parking
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Hosted evening meal (reserve)
- Vegetarian menu options available
- Paddle boating nearby
Rooms Available
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Cottage En suite Double - Room 3
1 Double Bed
172-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony with garden views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
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Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View
1 King Bed
182-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with sea views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
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Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family
1 King Bed
431-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with sea views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Iron/ironing board, safe, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View
1 King Bed
430-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with sea views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Iron/ironing board, safe, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
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Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View
1 King Bed
182-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with sea views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
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Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View
1 King Bed
430-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with sea views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Iron/ironing board, safe, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Balcony or patio
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
-
Twin/Double Room
Sea-facing room with a king-sized bed or twin beds. Balcony with sea views. Please note that this room cannot accommodate children.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Studio
This studio suite has a king-size bed or twin beds and a double sleeper couch. The unit opens onto a balcony with views of the swimming pool and the sea. It is separate to the cottage and has its own entrance. There is access onto a sea facing balcony.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
-
Studio
This lovely unit has its own entrance and is separate from the main bed & breakfast house. The open plan design consists of of a spacious area with a king-size bed or twin beds, a living room with a 32-inch LCD TV and a well-equipped kitchen. The suite opens onto a shared sea-facing balcony. Please note that children under 16 years cannot be accommodated in this room.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
-
Studio
This lovely unit has its own entrance and is separate from the main bed & breakfast house. The open plan design consists of of spacious area with a king-size bed or twin beds, a sitting with 32-inch LCD TV and a well-equipped kitchen. The suite opens onto a shared sea-facing balcony. Please note that children under 16 years cannot be accommodated in this room.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
-
Double Room
Sea-facing room with a king-sized bed. Balcony with sea views. Please note that this room cannot accommodate children.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
-
Double Room
Garden-facing room with a double bed. Access to the sea-facing balcony is available via the lounge area. Please note that this room cannot accommodate children.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- STEVEN (10/5): -
- Twiza (9/5): Eloquent - The host was super friendly And a clean place with a nice view of the ocean Thirsty Blood sucking mosquitoes. However bug sprays are present
- Alindile (10/5): -
- Thabile (10/5): - Everything very lovely place OMG! Extremely beautiful clean like king n queen place.. Our host Beautiful soul lady ever ❤️ Orthou I left my heart is still the love it love it, very peaceful place safe cannot wait to tell my friends and family 🙏. That I had to leave early I was 😔 sad
- Glynis (9/5): -
- Shozi (10/5): -
- Ryan (5/5): -
- Monique (10/5): Beautiful, clean and the host was so friendly and welcoming. - Absolutely gorgeous place with the most friendliest host. Breakfast was definitely a highlight for us each morning, would highly recommend the frittata 😉 The views were beautiful and the overall stay was really comfortable
- Buhle (10/5): -
- Ntombi (10/5): -
- Allan (4/5): -
- Bongumenzi (10/5): -
- Siphiwo (10/5): My stay was blissful and peaceful. - The room was spacious and very clean. The kitchen has all the necessities. Wifi was not strong.
- Phaphama (9/5): - Lovely host and a great location. The room was spacious, comfortable and catered for all my needs.
- Brigid Scheuer (9/5): Helen was a super host - and we enjoyed our short stay. Thank you -
- Lungelo (10/5): Peace and beautiful - The view is amazing actually everything Nothing
- Nkosingiphile (10/5): - 1.Cleanliness 2. peaceful environment The place is very beautiful and well managed
- Pfariso (9/5): -
- Riaan (9/5): - Very conveniently situated neighborhood Very quiet and comfortable.
- Morag (9/5): - I stayed one night just to be close to the hospital for my Mom who was in for a procedure. My room was well appointed, clean, very comfy with a lovely bathroom. The hosts were amazing, friendly and extremely helpful. Would definitely recommend it 👌 Nothing
- Zanele (10/5): -
- Nonhlanhla (10/5): It was good & relaxing - Location, sea view & the host was friendly and so welcoming Parking space is kind of limited & difficult to turn for an SUV car
- claude (10/5): -
- paul (7/5): -
- Jeanne (7/5): -
- Karen (9/5): Helen went out of her way to give assistance, even reverse parking my car. -
- Zola (10/5): - Peaceful night, in a very peaceful place NONE
- samantha (10/5): -
- Geoff (9/5): Clean, comfortable and convenient overnight accommodation - Clean and convenient overnight accommodation. Secure parking outside unit
- Oelof (6/5): -
- Menzi (3/5): The staff on duty was very rude. After checking out and waiting in the driveway for my transport she demanded I must le - The panoramic picture of the property on your app shows a tall building whereas the property is a two storey building. This is misleading the guests
- Big (9/5): Home away from home - I have stayed here before & hence why i am back, really GREAT stay & Helen is just amazing, will always go the extra mile to help wherever she can. Very comfortable, very well located in Umhlanga & a brilliant breakfast.
- Dumisani (8/5): Very good -
- Simon (10/5): Exceptional -
- Mfundo (9/5): Superb -
- Www.revoobitrsa.co.za (10/5): Exceptional - Perfect location Beautiful views Very clean Very friendly host Nothing
- Simon (10/5): Exceptional - This Place is very Nice and close to Most animities, above all The Host is very kind and Friendly she always a call or text away to offer or assist
- Gorrie (9/5): Superb -
- Thinus (10/5): Exceptional -
- Itumeleng (8/5): Very good -
- Karabo (8/5): Very good -
- Dieketseng (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kwanele (10/5): I am definitely returning and Helen is the best host. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ - The property is absolutely clean and to my surprise, when I went out and came back,there is a housekeeper who refreshed my bedroom and cleaned put in new sheets and cleaned. What an awesome experience for the price. Also if you would like to be near the lighthouse beach, oceans mall, pearls of Umhlanga, raddison Blu view this is perfect. A nice way to save but be close to every attraction. Nothing. Everything was perfect.
- Zozo (10/5): Exceptional -
- Susanna (9/5): Wonderful stay at Crooked Tree - N\A Thank you so much Helen for a wonderful stay and for your kindness.
- Yogeshwar (8/5): Very good -
- Dieter (8/5): - Alles sauber und ordentlich
- Candice (7/5): Good -
- Hughes (10/5): Exceptional -
- Isaac (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nithia (5/5): Passable -
- Maria (10/5): gorgeous view, kind hosts, comfortable and clean - Great location. Loved the pool. Nice quiet street. Very helpful hosts. Will definitely book again :)
- Nicolaas (9/5): Superb -
- Judith (8/5): Very good - Location is good bathroom could do with a bit of touch up especially the shower
- Josh (10/5): Exceptional -
- Naicker (10/5): Exceptional -
- Cebo (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nkululeko (9/5): Superb -
- Jackie (8/5): Very good -
- Maphela (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nontobeko (10/5): Exceptional -
- Candice (10/5): Exceptional -
- Aïssa (8/5): Very good - Great Staff, very accommodating
- Mandlenkosi (8/5): Very good -
- Colin (10/5): Exceptional - Best omelet ever Nothing
- Nhlanhla (8/5): Very good -
- Nkululeko (8/5): Very good -
- Terrie (10/5): Exceptional -
- Desiree (10/5): Short and sweet. - Clean, organized. Hosts were very helpful and accommodating. All good.
- Vuyelwa (9/5): Superb -
- Nastassja (9/5): Lovely stay and very welcoming, the room was perfect and the view is lovely. - The location was great, and Helen was very accommodating. The room was comfortable and clean The parking is a bit tight
- Terrie (9/5): Superb - The location was cozy and close to everything in the area.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Smaller sized Hospitality with a big impact😊 - Communication with check-in went fairly well and there were no issues. Breakfast was great and I suggest if you are there for a few days you try it! Close distance to the Two Oceans Mall, quiet, quaint, comfortable, beautiful view, friendly! Thank you!
- Wendy (10/5): Exceptional -
- Verne (10/5): Exceptional -
- Sphesihle (10/5): Exceptional -
- Bradley (10/5): Exceptional -
- Linda (10/5): Exceptional -
- Stella (10/5): Exceptional -
- Pragasen (10/5): Exceptional -
- Masha (10/5): I strongly recommend it, everything is just so amazing!! - I’m definitely booking it again
- Tshepo (8/5): Very good -
- Kayla (9/5): Comfortable and homey - The owners were wonderful. Our room was clean, spacious, comfortable and in a great area. Safe parking is also so appreciated.
- Carley (10/5): Exceptional -
- Benita (10/5): Excellent choice! - Helen is amazing! She upgraded us without us even asking. She made sure to inform is of everything we needed to know and made us aware she's available if there are any issues. Excellent host! The place was incredible. So beautiful and lovely plants around and birds. We really enjoyed our stay. Being able to leave the property and return freely. The place was so clean and well maintained. Will definitely be going back 😁 That we couldn't stay longer 😞
- Lezhan (10/5): Excellent spot for family - The host was very friendly and the property was in a excellent location. The beach is close by and the area is quite . We loved our overall stay. It's highly recommended for family to take a vacation there. I will definitely be going back Honestly they were nothing to not like. Everything was up to standard. There was never a time when i felt disappointment .I wish I had more time there
- Mawande (10/5): Exceptional -
- Bernard (10/5): Exceptional -
- Daniel (10/5): Exceptional -
- Candice (10/5): Exceptional - The host was so lovely and welcoming that we could not have asked for a better stay. It is conveniently located close to the mall and restaurant's. The room was beautifully set and very clean, with outstanding views. You certainly will not be disappointed in choosing crooked tree cottage as your next stay. Thank you, Helen, for your hospitality. We will definitely be back.
- Jannie (8/5): Very good -
- Sophen (10/5): It was very good comfortable to go back to soon - Everything Nothing at all
- Amanda (9/5): We just wanted tranquility and our stay fulfilled that. - The room was spacious and clean. I absolutely loved the city and beach view. Our host was welcoming. The wooden floor
- Siphosiphe (9/5): Superb - Bathroom and balcony Nothing
- Phumzile (8/5): Very good - Staff and the service from the landlord she was super nice None
- Janay (8/5): Very good -
- Dave (10/5): Definitely worth a stay - Location away from the hustle and bustle, but easy access to beach and shops. Great breakfast and very comfortable room with lots of extras.
- Marco (10/5): Exceptional -
- Danie (9/5): Superb -
- Desinee (9/5): Superb -
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