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East London Vacation b&b rental with shared pool, beach/lake nearby, internet access and balcony/terrace

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  • B&b
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 night min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Swimming pool
  • Ask about children
  • Air conditioning
  • Ask about pets

From the owner

On the crest of upmarket Bunkers Hill, with its beautiful view of the beachfront, lies Hoylake Inn.

We aim to make your stay as peaceful, safe and comfortable as possible. Our Guest House property is large, rooms are well equipped, and guests have use of the guest entertainment area: breakfast room; bar; outdoor guest barbeque and verandah.

Each themed, double or twin bedroom has en-suite bathroom, DSTV (cable TV), fridge, kettle and tea/coffee making facilities. Units have equipped kitchenettes with sink unit, fridge, microwave, toaster etc for self-catering options.

Safe, off-street parking is provided for vehicles. Each guest receives their own set of keys and a gate control, so they may come & go at their leisure.

Centrally situated close to the beachfront, CBD, Berea & Vincent business centres, EL Golf Course, Buffalo Park and Nahoon Beach, Eastern Beach and Orient beach.

Full English breakfast is served each morning from our breakfast room with its unsurpassed view. Dinner can also be arranged.

We also pride ourselves on our eco-friendly approach, thanks to our wind-turbine that saves us 50% electricity.

As resident owners, our hands-on approach ensures our satisfied guests return time and again.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 4 Family bathrooms

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • Ask about pets

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Safe
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Hoylake Inn – Home 3380406

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    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

    Partial refund

    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

    25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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    No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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    Things to know

    Check in: 14:00 Check out: 10:00
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    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: $50.00

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    About the owner

    Laura W.
    Calendar last updated:
    28 Feb 2024

    Years listed:
    11

    Based in:
    South Africa
    Languages spoken: English
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    Inspire56241392915

    Bad Attitude towards clients very disrespectful management/owners
    Dec 2021

    Owners/management disrespectful, holds clients in suspicion for no reason, rotten approach telling clients they speak nonsense when raise concerns about ill-treatment they experience in their hands. b… More 

    29 Dec 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Hendrik_K312633
    Mbombela, South Africa

    Mnr
    Apr 2018

    What a nice stay !! Thanks our stay couldn’t have been more pleasant Thanx a lot (you are a great team) From the 1% bikers Even your coffee was great

    30 Apr 2018

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    Erica S
    Manitowoc, Wisconsin

    Great spot; gracious owners
    Nov 2015

    We stayed only one night at Hoylake Inn but enjoyed it very much. The owner, Laura, was friendly and informative, and the room, which included a mini-kitchen, was immaculate and beautifully decorated… More 

    12 Nov 2015

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thanks so much, Erica, for your kind words. We are so pleased you enjoyed your short stay with us and wish you all the best in your move back home. Please tell your friends about our homely guest house, and we hope to see you again if you pass this way. Warmest regards, Laura and Hoylake Inn staff

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Virginia314Randburg
    Randburg

    Beautifully located
    Sep 2015

    The bed and breakfast is located very conveniently to the beach , the city area and the convention centre. At present there are fairly dramatic renovations taking place. The owner is very attentive an… More 

    4 Sep 2015

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Dear Virginia and David Thank you for your response and your comments. We do apologize for any inconvenience caused by the renovation work. Unfortunately it is the only way we can maintain our high standards. We are sure that, when next you vist, we will be able to make you completely comfortable.

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    rossturnbull7
    Sydney, Australia

    clean tidy good value
    Apr 2014

    Loverly couple nice and quiet and close to good shopping and restaurants .Owners very helpful with any requests

    11 Apr 2014

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thanks so much, Ross It was lovely to have you, Marg and Alison to stay. We hope to see you on your next visit to SA. Warm regards Laura and Kim Hoylake Inn

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Review 1-5 of 6

    FAQs

    How do I find more info about the property?

    You can get in touch with Laura (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

    If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

    What if I have questions before I book?

    Send Laura (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

    How do I contact Laura (the owner)?

    Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

    If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Laura the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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    What is a booking request?

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    How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

    You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

    How do I pay for my holiday?

    Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Laura (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

    If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

    Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

    Why can't I call Laura (the owner) before booking?

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    How do damage deposits work?

    In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

    Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

    How can I view and manage my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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    You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

    We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

    How can I retract my booking request?

    You’ll need to contact Laura (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

    How do I cancel my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

    How do I edit my booking?

    You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Laura (the owner) a message.

    If Laura (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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