At The Birdhouse, you'll be 9.9 km (6.1 mi) from Beacon Bay Crossing and 14.1 km (8.7 mi) from Bonza Bay Beach. Highlights at this B&B include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room patios. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a television in a common area. English breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class East London B&B include Ann Bryant Art Gallery and The Cenotaph.
Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 34 min drive
Getting around
East London (ELS) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant - 12 min drive
Beacon Bay John Dory's - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Beach Break Coffee Shop - 17 min drive
Shelly's - 15 min walk
About this property
The Birdhouse
Upscale bed & breakfast in East London with free parking
As a guest of The Birdhouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The Birdhouse also features a garden, laundry facilities, and a television in common area. Free self parking is available.
This 4-star East London bed & breakfast is smoke free.
6 guestrooms or units
2 levels
2 buildings
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Television in lobby
No smoking on site
The Birdhouse offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.
This East London bed & breakfast provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
English breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 65 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Playground
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Outdoor space
Patio
More
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Birdhouse
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 6 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 250 (one way)
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 65 for adults and from ZAR 45 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one way)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Up to 6 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
Birdhouse B&B East London
Birdhouse East London
The Birdhouse East London
The Birdhouse Bed & breakfast
The Birdhouse Bed & breakfast East London
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Birdhouse?
Yep, The Birdhouse has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to The Birdhouse?
The closest beach to The Birdhouse is Bonza Bay Beach (6.9 km).
Does The Birdhouse have a pool?
The Birdhouse has an outdoor pool.
Is The Birdhouse family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that The Birdhouse is a hit with families.
Does The Birdhouse serve breakfast?
Yeah, English breakfast is on offer at The Birdhouse.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Birdhouse?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Birdhouse?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Birdhouse?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
The Birdhouse Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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The Birds House is in a lovely location for what we wanted to do visiting family and friends in the Gonubie ares. It was close to the beach and local restaurants. The staff were very helpful with recommending places to eat and get takeaways. 4 of us shared 2 twin rooms. The place was very clean and comfortable. One of shower rooms was a little tired and could have been spruced up. Clean towels every day was much appreciated. We felt safe and secure which was very important to our overseas companion, who had concerns about safety in South Africa. The use of free Wifi was essential to us to keep in contact with family and friends abroad. It was great to have a decent fridge even though it was only used for cool drinks and wine. The BBQ was large enough for both vegetarian and meat BBQs without upsetting anyone. I will go again.
The finishes undermine the charm of this place. The staff are really helpful and friendly, and breakfast was limited. Unfortunately the room I was in was very drafty which is a problem given the cold sea breeze that comes through there at night. Great place to get away and do nothing. No halaal food options at the venue or close by. Plumbing, as with most hotels, was less than effective.
Safe, shady neighbourhood for walking to nearby restaurants and pubs. Character house from another era. Had a corner room upstairs with a fresh through breeze. Large ensuite bathroom with roomy shower and a long bathtub with claw feet. Very quiet, good sleep.
My stay was just a disaster, room was not organised even TV set was not in good order have to move to another room which was not better @all shower and hand basin so small, matress is sagging, i was so disappointed. You also charged me VAT whereas the place company is not registered for VAT. According to their statement I was supposed to pay only R510
Nontobeko
6/10 Okay
Zack
22 Dec 2016
Liked: Cleanliness
You get what you pay for
Arrived to a lack-luster confused check in. They didn't have my booking nor payment. After providing these I was taken to my room which had a really musty smell although it all looked clean. I was then approached again & asked to contact the owner to provide 'proof of payment' which I did. The outside couch looked really grimy so didn't bother trying it out. Cable tv was a consolation and room amenities were nice (crockery, cutlery, kettle, microwave & fridge). Didn't sleep much due to the very uncomfortable bed & awoke with an absolutely insane backache. Breakfast was sufficient. As my title suggests you pretty much get what you pay for although I've had quite a bit better at this room rate.