Located in East London, The Birdhouse is in the suburbs and by the sea. Alexander Country Club and Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and Bonza Bay Beach. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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 by the sea
At The Birdhouse, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
A TV in reception, smoke-free property and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at The Birdhouse include amenities, such as WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers and free toiletries
Patios, fridges and microwaves
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
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 250 (one way)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 65 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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
Does The Birdhouse have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is The Birdhouse pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Birdhouse?
Self-parking is free at this property.
Does The Birdhouse provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.
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.