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Summerhill Estate

4.0 star property
Travelers find natural tranquility and spa treatments at this peaceful retreat where relaxation comes easily in beautiful surroundings

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Summerhill Estate combines comfort with natural landscapes. Visitors can relax in the garden, lounge by the pool with dedicated sun beds, or book a spa treatment. The concierge team helps guests explore the surrounding area and can arrange tours or tickets for local attractions.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Pinetown is home to Summerhill Estate. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paradise Valley Nature Reserve and Palmiet Nature Reserve, while Bergtheil Local History Museum and Killie Campbell Africana Library are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium or Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park. Visit our Pinetown travel guide
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9 Belvedale Road, Cowies Hill, Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, 3610

What's nearby

  • Clean ocean wave surging crashing towards shallow sandbars at surf city beaches of Durban
    Durban Beach
    13 min drive - 19.5 km
  • uShaka Marine World featuring rides and signage as well as a large group of people
    uShaka Marine World
    14 min drive - 19.9 km
  • You can do a 100 meter rope swing off the top of the stadium in Durban, not for the faint of heart
    Moses Mabhida Stadium
    14 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Paradise Valley Nature Reserve
    1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • German School Durban
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Mayfair
    3 min drive
  • KFC
    4 min drive
  • Wimpy
    4 min drive
  • Bluff Braai & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Lineage Westville
    3 min drive

About this property

Summerhill Estate

Upscale guest house
At Summerhill Estate, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 431 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500.0 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Summerhill Estate Guesthouse Pinetown
Summerhill Estate Guesthouse
Summerhill Estate Pinetown
Summerhill Estate Pinetown
Summerhill Estate Guesthouse
Summerhill Estate Guesthouse Pinetown

Frequently asked questions

Does Summerhill Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Summerhill Estate pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Summerhill Estate?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Summerhill Estate?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Summerhill Estate?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Summerhill Estate provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 600.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Summerhill Estate located?

Situated in Pinetown, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of German School Durban, Paradise Valley Nature Reserve and Bergtheil Local History Museum. The Pavilion Westville and Palmiet Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Summerhill Estate Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old style house and grounds - gated. Good overnight stay. Very friendly owner and staff with travel advice. Safe. Renovation works going on but luckily did not effect our 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location with excellent cuisine,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very high spec hotel with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ich war sehr angenehm überrascht, alles super!

Absolut ein tolles Hotel / Gästehaus mit einem hervorragenden Restaurant! Super service und nette Mitarbeiter! Wenn man eine ruhige Lage möchte, ist man dort absolut richtig, ein super Ausblick und komplett sicher! Ans Wasser geht es auch relativ zügig.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

IRENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Summerhill Estate, Pinetown

Really awesome. Super friendly and the rooms are nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ISAO

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lwanda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019