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Crooked Tree Cottage

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Gateway Theatre of Shopping

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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View | View from room
Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby sitting area
BBQ/picnic area
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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39 Hilken Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage En suite Double - Room 3 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Heart of uMhlanga.You'll find Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Umhlanga Rocks Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Umdloti Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Röcker - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Crooked Tree Cottage

3-star B&B near Gateway Theatre of Shopping
As a guest of Crooked Tree Cottage, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Crooked Tree Cottage also features a garden, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2005
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Crooked Tree Cottage offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Crooked Tree Cottage B&B Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage B&B
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to the airport?

Crooked Tree Cottage is 12.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crooked Tree Cottage?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked Tree Cottage on Dec 11, 2025 start from $87.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Crooked Tree Cottage.

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crooked Tree Cottage offer free breakfast?

Crooked Tree Cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Crooked Tree Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Crooked Tree Cottage?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a pool?

Crooked Tree Cottage features an outdoor pool.

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to downtown uMhlanga?

Crooked Tree Cottage is 1.1 mi away from uMhlanga.