The elegant, exclusive, and upscale residential community of Durban North lies around 10 km (6.2 miles) north of Durban central in South Africa. Durban North is flanked by the Umugeni River in the south, popular as Dave Beach locally. Spectacular views of the Indian Ocean form the eastern boundary of this affluent region, whose inhabitants are some of Durban’s most elite and affluent ones going back to the pre-apartheid days. Nature lovers will love beaches of the region like Glenashley, Virginia, and Beachwood, as well as many nature reserves including Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve, Umgeni River Bird Park, Virginia Bush Nature Reserve, Seaton Park Nature Reserve and Durban North Japanese Gardens. Explore the stunning Durban North community of South Africa by staying at these very convenient self-catering accommodations.
1. Studio with spectacular sea views (from USD 54)
In the Virginia area of Durban North lies this one-bed unit with everything a vacationer needs for a luxurious stay - strong Wi-Fi, luxurious furnishings, an upmarket location, and gorgeous views of the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean! This apartment features one bedroom with a queen and a sofa bed as well as a large wardrobe, smart TV, fast Wi-Fi internet, and a large, tranquil balcony, complete with comfort and privacy. Around the corner, there are a plethora of restaurants and cafes, shops, and kiosks. If you’re in the mood for cooking, the unit comes equipped with a great kitchen which has tea and coffee facilities, utensils, pots and pans, dishes and silverware, microwave, fridge, coffee maker and an oven.
Immaculate Open-Concept Balcony Studio with SeaviewsDurban North, KZN, South AfricaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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i felt at home and the furniture looks new and comfortablethe apartment is stunning and spacious with great amenitiesperfect modern studio secluded comfortable for 2 great wifi will definitely be backvery nice apartment with lots of spacethe wi-fi was good and the studie was equiped with everything you might needCleanliness:
place is clean and beautifulit is clean modern & spaciousgreat accommodation and very cleanthe place is supa dupa clean & very nicethe place is amazing very clean and friendly stuffHost:
i highly recommend it the host is also very communicativeplace is decent and the lady who works for the host is pleasantit just feels like home khombi was lovely and so helpful as alwayseverything about it is just perfect & her co-host khombi is just a sweetheartwe had a good stay well equiped space with khombi a friendly host and was always availableRead more reviewsLocation:
a fantastic gem close to everythingwonderful space and great locationfantastic studio apartment located in a great location and part of a beautiful propertycentrally located in a lovely neighborhood with a great selection of restaurants / shops nearbyit's also central to all the main attractions in durban definitely coming back
2. Modern luxurious stone cottage (from USD 102)
What better way to live in the lap of luxury than in a sprawling stone cottage apartment overlooking the lush Virginia bush reserve and the Indian Ocean in Durban North? This upmarket rental has two ensuite bedrooms with king beds, two luxurious bathrooms, a beautifully designed living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfy couches, satellite/cable TV, Wi-Fi, and a spacious parking space too. A well-equipped kitchen is the highlight of this wonderful home, featuring everything from a fridge, toaster, and coffee maker to oven, stove, grill, and even utensils and dishes, thus allowing vacationers to laze around and never leave the place!
Beautiful spacious Apartment with stunning sea views and centrally located.Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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The rest of the home is exquisiteThe only thing lacking was block out curtains for the main bedroomHad a great time in there with friends eating cocktails and laughterHost:
It was all and more than advertisedWe found our hosts welcomingWith a very early sunrise it made it impossible to sleep inThis is a 5 star home that I will definitely utilize again when I am in the countryRead more reviewsLocation:
Easy access Close to beachThe nature reserve and trails right near the house made for a perfect morning jog with my boys and Seattle Coffee Co just 1km from the house was perfect to cap it all off Easy access to several gr...It is exquisite Location is very convenient for the hot spots in Durban (south / north side)
3. Sparkling clean one-bed apartment (from USD 19)
This first-floor one-bed apartment is perfect for a couple who’s visiting Durban North. Not only is it centrally located, but it is also equipped with all amenities that vacationers need. The unit has a main room with built-in cupboards, chairs and a table which also acts as a breakfast nook, as well as a large flat-screen smart TV. Off the bedroom with queen and sofa beds is a small but gorgeous balcony providing stunning views of Durban North. The well-equipped kitchen has a stove, microwave, fridge, and utensils, and has a kitchen island too, allowing you to cook dinners whenever you want.
A touch of homeDurban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaAccommodates: 2
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the space is comfortable neat and has all the necessary amenities one needsCleanliness:
very clean and homey spacea safe clean comfortable gemit is a very modern and clean placeamazing space very clean and anna is amazing with communication and welcomed me with warm handsbeautiful apartment space and very clean in a secure areaHost:
anna was an amazing hostanna is lovely and a very welcoming hostanna and megan were very welcoming hostsanna was super friendly and hospitablegreat host easy check in and outRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location so centralit is located in a good area and is relatively close to some good restaurantsgood location if you need to be in durban north and durban centralpeaceful area and close to everything you needanna's place is beautiful and spacious located in a safe neighborhood
4. Coral's Cottage (from USD 32)
Coral’s Cottage is a modern, contemporary vacation rental nestled in a leafy, upmarket Durban North community. The beautiful, verdant surrounding garden area makes Coral Cottage your own private, spacious home away from home. One of the highlights of this beautiful, open-plan, pet-friendly cottage is that it has a separate lounge and fully equipped kitchen which is great for cooking meals when you don’t want to eat outside or order in either. The cottage features a bedroom with a convertible king size bed along with two single beds, DSTV, full bathroom with a separate shower and bath, free Wi-Fi, and even has Weber Gas Braai barbeque on request. This amazing vacation rental also features safe off-street parking, a separate entrance, and a private patio.
Coral's CottageDurban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaAccommodates: 2
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super bonus with free wifi and satellite tvgreat value for money fast wifi dstv fully equipped kitchen and a lovely areathe cottage is well appointed and very comfortablea lovely and cozy cottage just like in the pictures lot's of restaurants nearby great wifi connectivity plus moremichelle’s place was beautiful and very comfortable with easy amenities we loved how relaxed it wasCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortablecorals cottage is clean cosy and very comfortableclean neat and tidy place as wellthe space was clean and well looked aftergreat place to stay very spacious for 2 people and very cleanHost:
the host is very helpful and lovelyhost is available on site for supportgreat hosts who are very helpfulhosts are very friendlymichelle and johan were superb hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for visiting durbanexcellent location for staying in durbanclose to everything you need while on holidayit’s perfect location is a big plus - close to everything you could need or wantlocation is excellent with easy access to shops restaurants and close to beaches entertainment and airport
5. Tranquil first-floor unit (from USD 24)
Enjoy the brilliant African sunset from the tranquillity of the private deck of this gorgeous first-floor, one-bedroom vacation rental. This beautiful self-contained cottage in Durban North has easy access to the amazing beaches, dining, and shopping areas of Durban City. The unit has a modern, open plan, stylishly decorated living-cum-dining area with fully equipped kitchen, where you can cook and eat your meals when you’d rather eat at home than outside. The house also has a smart Apple TV and Wi-Fi. The single ensuite bedroom has a double bed and lots of storage space. Tucked among the tree cover is a private deck, where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a cuppa on colder Durban evenings.
AFRICAN SUNSET - Spacious, Stylish StudioDurban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaAccommodates: 4
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wi-fi connection is good for workingCleanliness:
it was also very clean and tidynice spacious and very clean placethe place was lovely and cleanbeautiful clean cottage with everything andmore one could wanteverything was squeky clean in perfect working order and loads of yummy goodies in the kitchenHost:
friendly and helpful hostthe host has a beautiful heartmonique was a very friendly and welcoming hostgreat venue with friendly and helpful hostsbeautiful place and monique is the best host you can ever imagineRead more reviewsLocation:
good location convenientserene location yet centralperfectly located in a safe neighbourhood with good securitythis place is centrally located and it is really easy to get aroundlots of great places nearby makes this a perfect place to relax in durban north
6. Umhlanga holiday home (from USD 130)
Where else can you find a house with both free Wi-Fi as well as stunning mountain views? At this beautiful Durban holiday home on Umhlanga Rocks Drive, the sprawling verdant gardens catch your eye first. The house has a comfortable living room with a flat-screen smart TV, a large eight-seater dining space, three bedrooms - one with an extra large double bed and two with large double beds, and even a stunning terrace. The house also has a fully equipped, modern kitchenette which allows you to whip up meals whenever you want, thanks to the fridge, microwave, oven, and a whole lot of kitchenware.
Durban Holiday House
Address: 167 Umhlanga Rocks Drive
Accommodates: 6
Parking Tennis court Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Family rooms
7. Durban North duplex
Whether you’re in Durban North for work or play, this stylish yet cozy two-bed, two-bath duplex is the place to stay at. Continuous Wi-Fi access and free onsite parking makes this place a breeze for any kind of vacationer to stay in. Set in the middle of all the Durban North action, the unit is walking distance from all popular attractions and important places. What’s more, there’s a fully equipped kitchenette at your disposal - a well-stocked fridge, microwave, pots, pans, and other utensils, and tea and coffee are all provided, making your stay comfortable to the hilt.
Cosy and Stylish Durban North Duplex.Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaAccommodates: 2
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beautiful apartment will all the required amenities (inclyou can expect a stylish clean and comfortable apartments which exceeded all my expectationsit's clean and has good wifi connectionCleanliness:
very clean and spacious propertysuper clean and modernvery clean comfortable and privatebeautiful quiet and clean duplexgreat functional and clean placeHost:
best hospitality and friendly hoststhank you once again to the hostthe hosts are very welcoming and understanding going above the call of dutythoba and his mom were excellent hoststhoba’s mom was highly responsive to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
it is central to all main attractions in durbanclose to restaurants and entertainment areasthe location is quite and safethoba’s place is well located and comfortablebeautiful place and ideally located
8. Whispering Palms cottage
If you’re looking for an economical self-catering accommodation in North Durban, the contemporary one-bedroom Whispering Palms cottage on a large, secure property, is perfect. One queen bed and a sofa bed mean that four people can stay here comfortably. A large private courtyard, a lounge with widescreen smart TV with Netflix, Wi-Fi access, and a Weber Braai for outdoor entertainment are the highlights of this wonderful cottage. However, the best part is the well-equipped kitchen, complete with cooking basics, dishes and silverware, oven, fridge, microwave, and even a coffee maker!
Whispering PalmsAccommodates: 4
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the wifi access and netflix was a nice extrahas fast reliable wifi and a smart tv with a netflix account already installedself catering facilities excellent wifi netflix a comfy bed and beautiful linenhaving fast fibre wifi at the cottage was a huge benefit as i could work from homeit would be better to have the sliding door for the bathroom as well as 2Cleanliness:
very clean and tastefully decoratedclean bright and modern spaceprivate and safe clean and modernthe clean design makes the space feelroomygreat cottage lovely clean and homely spaceHost:
the owners are kind and warmthank you to the incredible hosts for their outstanding serviceperfect accommodation and lovely hostsshe was extremely friendly upon our arrivalbrigette is friendly and a lovely host that gives you all the privacy you would wantRead more reviewsLocation:
great location at a great pricegreat accomodation good central locationperfect location for a business tripgreat location value for moneynice place in a very nice neighborhood
Dazzling Durban North
A coastal dune forest once, the Durban North of today is a beautiful leafy suburb worth visiting for more than just a few days. Make your stay comfortable and affordable by renting out these self-catered vacation rentals.
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