Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Port Edward, South Africa - Updated 2024

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Natasha
Natasha  
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Port Edward is located on the eastern coast of South Africa. The area tends to attract visitors in the summer months, especially those who want to enjoy an ultimate beach vacation. The area has a famous water park, and it’s also known for its Beaver Creek Coffee Estate. Whilst you’re there, check out some of the hiking trails in the Clearwater National Park and Umtamuva Nature Reserve. The area is known for its beaches, including Peter Pan Beach and Mtentu Beach. Check out our list of 10 of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Port Edward:

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.

1. Apartment by the beach (from USD 29)

This beautiful studio apartment has views over the ocean. There’s room for up to two guests with one double bed. The apartment is on the first floor, and you also have access to all the buildings amenities, including the braai, swimming pool, and restaurant. The hotel isn’t self-catering, all you have is a microwave. There’s an on-site restaurant or you can grab food from the local supermarket. The apartment is close to the beach and a water park. There’s free parking on site and the hosts are always able to help you.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
4.53 km (2.9 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
46 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire villa 2 Beds 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fantastic private room perfect for a quick or long stay
and a very comfortable place to stay
Cleanliness:
it is clean and has a nice bed
the place is well kept and super clean
lovely place clean well equipped and well situated
Host:
try the restaurant friendly staff
outstanding value for money secure place with very friendly staff along with a very hospitable host
such good value for money and friendly host
everything was as described and the host is very helpful i recommand
Location:
cindy's place is ideal for travellers
security is topnotch and there are so much to do close by
great value and location especially if you’re visiting the wild coast sun enjoyed our stay
great neat and peaceful place
i was very impressed with cindy's place
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2. Private beautiful cottage (from USD 35)

If you’re after the perfect romantic getaway this place is perfect for you. This self-catering unit is a perfect spot. The apartment is self-catering, with a beautiful Victorian-inspired bathroom. The apartment is in a quiet residential area and is close to the beach and all the shops and restaurants in the area. You have your own private braai, as well as a beautiful private bathroom. The hosts will meet you on arrivals and make sure you’re settling in.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
5.8 km (3.7 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
23 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire loft 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
neat clean comfortable and private space with all the amenities required
Cleanliness:
modern and stylish and very clean
very neat and clean place to stay with warm hospitality
rianna was a lovely host and her property was just as described - clean comfortable and we'll appointed
great place great host extremely clean better than the pictures very very impressed
loved the location to beach and restaurants accommodation was lovely clean and very private
Host:
great host and we enjoyed our stay
riana was a great host
excellent host and value for money
riana is very sweet kind and helpful she is a great host
riana is a lovely and warm host upon arrival she made one feel very welcome
Location:
it was secluded and quiet but still close to the beach and other attractions
the accommodation is well located and easy to find and we had a great stay
location was great for us and we enjoyed the beach as well as several nice local restaurants
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3. Large family home by the water (from USD 51)

If you’re after a home for a large family get away, this is the perfect place for you. There’s room for up to twelve guests, spread over five bedrooms — including a crib if you need one. The house is a short walk away from a water park and close to the nearby beaches. If you’re lucky enough, you might be able to see whales passing by from the balcony. There’s a large equipped kitchen, which is ideal for cooking for the whole family.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
10.15 km (6.4 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
114 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 7 Beds 8 Guests 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the rooms are spacious with pretty linen and almost all have sea views
great location very spacious house lovely swimming pool great view from the balcony
a beautiful home with a stunning view of the ocean spacious house rooms and living spaces
our kids loved the rock pools and the wide open beach space at kidds beach
the kids loved the pool and the veranda by the pool was perfect for an afternoon read
Cleanliness:
extremely clean and comfortable
spotless spacious and completely relaxed
very clean house and very warm reception harriet was very humble
the house itself was very clean and was so well decorated
patricia is an excellent host and harriet who cleaned the house is lovely
Host:
combine this with a great host and you are set for an amazing holiday experience
harriet the maid was also very friendly and helpful
patricia and her husband were great hosts who accommodated our needs very well
this is a spacious clean and family friendly home with the most wonderful beach view and access
a beautifully clean home sparkling pool stunning oceanic views interesting books dstv and gracious hosts
Location:
close to a fantastic beach
location is perfect with dolphins and whales coming past often
patricia's place was so lovely a perfect location right on the ocean
great for family get aways and situated close to the beach and lovely hiking trails
we had a relaxed time just a few minutes away from swimming beaches and shops
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4. Large beachfront family home

This is another great family home, with room for up to 10 guests. There are five bedrooms across the property. The house backs onto the beach, and you also have your own swimming pool. If you’re into fishing, there’s a great spot just down from the house. There’s a verandah you can spend your evenings sat on, looking out over on the beach. There’s a full time housekeeper on the property as well as a watchman. There’s plenty of space in the kitchen to store everything you may need to cook up a feast for 10.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
4.91 km (3.1 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
43 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire villa 8 Beds 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
breakfast on the veranda or having a nice cup of coffee while sitting outside was amazing
large rooms with perfect balcony overlooking the seahosts were easy to deal with and flexible
Cleanliness:
the house was clean and tidy at all times
Host:
danford our caretaker made sure we were well settled and had everything we needed
fay was really helpful accomodating and always quick to respond to questions and requests
this will forever be the secret gem of port edward thank you fay for being a super host
dunford the caretaker is helpful pleasant and takes great pride in maintaining the home
danford was always pleasant and helpful and available at any time of the day
Location:
the location is superb
what a wonderful place to relax and enjoy life
it is a place you always would like to go back to
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5. Private suite for two (from USD 43)

Enjoy a private getaway for two in this beautiful bed and breakfast. This lovely garden home can accommodate two guests in their one-bedroom suite with an attached bathroom. Guests are free to use the wifi, living space and pool and a laptop-friendly workspace. please note that the kitchen is off limits but the hosts are will to serve you meals at an additional cost.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
5.78 km (3.6 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
30 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in bed and breakfast 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
between the spacious comfortable room and sweeping ocean view i'll definitely be back
awesome hosts a real ocean view house beautiful rooms
Cleanliness:
house is extremely clean
clean room comfortable bed good ensuite perfect highly recommended
Host:
theresa & peter are outstanding hosts
thank you for hosting us :)
excellent service friendly and welcoming
the host peter is extremely friendly as well as his son
great place great people; peter and sandra were kind and very hospitable
Location:
perfect location and perfect hosts
a good place to spend a nice relaxing weekend
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6. Family apartment with its own jetty

If you’re wanting to visit the nearby Wild Waves Waterpark and enjoy the beach, this is the perfect apartment for you. There’s room for up to four guests, with two bedrooms each with a double bed. It’s the perfect place to stay if you’re with your family thanks to the jungle gym and play area, as well as a swimming pool. There’s also an outdoor braai, perfect if you want to have a complete South African experience. You also have access to a jetty and the river from the property.

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3.19 km (2.0 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
54 reviews  
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great linen on the beds and a fully equipped kitchen good value
Cleanliness:
apartment was well kept neat & clean
quiet peaceful and clean
great place clean and tidy and host communicates really well
the apartment is clean great value for money and has a well equipped kitchen
Host:
the accommodation was fantastic the surrounding nature was sublime and the hosts were very friendly and thoughtful
Location:
best interior close to ponta water sport area(walking distance)
the location of the accomodation was very good it was easy to find
secluded but close enough to shops and wild cost sun if you looking for good entertainment
we found it very restful and quiet
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7. Private room in a beautiful cabin

This beautiful double room has space for two guests. The bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom and has amazing views. You have access to the large shared garden as well as secure covered parking space. The hosts can provide breakfast and lunch and a laundry service with a small additional charge. The hosts will welcome you on arrival and give you a tour of the area.

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3.07 km (2.0 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
45 reviews  
Private room 1 Bed 2 Guests

8. Family cabin with ocean views

Right opposite the building housing the room in the listing the room above, you’ll find this beautiful cabin with space for up to four guests. There’s one main bedroom, as well as a sofa bed in the living room. The cabin is located in a secluded area, but you’ll find everything you’ll need, and if you don’t want to cook, you can pay for breakfast and lunch. The cabin has ocean views from the living room. The apartment is close to the national park, with access to swimming, surfing, hiking and whale watching. There’s also abseiling and gorge swings if you’re an adrenaline junkie.

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3.08 km (2.0 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
24 reviews  
Private room 2 Beds 4 Guests

9. Family home with private access to the beach

The newly renovated beachfront duplex is the perfect home for up to twelve guests. The house backs onto a beautiful sandy swimming beach, with shark nets so you don’t have to worry whilst you’re in the water. Both the nearby kids’ beach and the closest town are a short walk away. Within the surrounding area, you’ll find the Wild Waves Waterpark and the Beaver Creek Coffee Farm are a short drive away.

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9.03 km (5.7 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
7 reviews  
Entire house 6 Beds 6 Guests

10. Family home near native bush

There’s room for up to four guests in this rural two bedroom apartment. There’s a double bed in the main bedroom and two single beds in the second room. The house is nestled in the uMtamvuna Nature Park, which is a rich natural environment full of native birds. The house has its own private back garden which’s perfect if you’re travelling with children. There’s also a communal swimming pool and braai. You also have private and direct access to the river, with the beach only a 10-minute drive away.

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Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
3.01 km (1.9 mi) from Wild Waves Water Park @ Wild Coast Sun
23 reviews  
Entire condominium 3 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Eastern South Africa

The Eastern Cape in South Africa is a popular tourist destination, thanks to its pristine beaches and beautiful national parks. It’s home to two of South Africa’s most popular coastal provinces. The area is also known for its coffee, with farms all around the area growing coffee beans. The area is still full of traditional African villages as well as undeveloped coastlines and dune fields.

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