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Oystercatcher Lodge

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#1 of 6 B&Bs / Inns in St. Helena Bay
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Erf 5397 | First Avenue, St. Helena Bay, Saldanha Bay Municipality 7382, South Africa
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Free Wifi
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Beachfront
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Non-Smoking Hotel
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All reviews shelley point attention to detail self catering oyster catcher breakfast was delicious honesty bar perfect hosts on arrival stunning views made us feel the atlantic ocean comfortable rooms great room see whales sandy beach few steps two nights
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
Just the most relaxing boutique lodge imaginable

A third stay and one runs out of superlatives - the hosts, the accommodation, the Atlantic views, the exquisite breakfasts and the wildlife. To borrow from Tina Turner, "Simply the Best, Better than All the Rest"

Date of stay: December 2018
Thank martin b
Response from Oyster1ShelleyPoint, Owner at Oystercatcher LodgeResponded 3 weeks ago

Dear Martin and Pam Thanks you so much for your glowing review on Booking.Com. We are so delighted you enjoyed your third stay with us and we will look forward to welcoming you back. All the best to you both. Warm regards Sue and Luc

Reviewed 7 December 2018
Another happy stay

This was our second visit and it was as wonderful as ever. The setting is sublime being right on the dunes, the rooms can't be faulted, Luc's breakfast is wonderful, beaches are pristine where one can walk for miles on the sand or collect shells...More

Date of stay: December 2018
Thank Mortsgrob
Response from Oyster1ShelleyPoint, Owner at Oystercatcher LodgeResponded 8 December 2018

Thanks so much for your great review on Trip Advisor. We are so pleased you enjoyed your second visit with us and can't wait to welcome you back again! Warm regards Sue and Luc

Reviewed 8 November 2018
Fantastic stay

We stayed in Suite 6 (ground floor) with easy access to sea. We could see the sea from our bed. The whole experience was fantastic, from the clean well appointed room to the great breakfast (included). Lots of sea life, whales, seals, birds etc. The...More

Date of stay: November 2018
Thank killinj
Response from Oyster1ShelleyPoint, Owner at Oystercatcher LodgeResponded 11 November 2018

Dear James Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review on Trip Advisor after your recent stay. We are thrilled to read you enjoyed your stay at the Oystercatcher and do hope that you will be able to return...More

Reviewed 1 November 2018 via mobile
The best sea view ever!

We arrived, saw the view and said “wow!” The B&B is located at Shelley Point and accessed through the security of a private estate. It is a few yards over the sand to the ocean with views to die for. Our room had its own...More

Date of stay: October 2018
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Response from Oyster1ShelleyPoint, Owner at Oystercatcher LodgeResponded 3 November 2018

Dear Alan and Anne Thank you so much for taking the time to do a review on Trip Advisor after your stay last week. It was lovely having you here with us for 4 days and we are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for...More

Reviewed 26 September 2018
Stunning in every sense

We have a holiday home close to the OysterCatcher but decided to spend the night at the Lodge for our Anniversary. The setting is simply to die for, placed on the peninsula with views of sunrise and sunset over the ocean is a rare geographic...More

Date of stay: September 2018
Thank Graham P
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See why so many travellers make Oystercatcher Lodge their guest house of choice when visiting St. Helena Bay. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a charming setting with an …More array of amenities designed for travellers like you. While staying at Oystercatcher Lodge, visitors can check out Vasco Da Gama Statue (6.0 km), which is a popular St. Helena Bay attraction. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Oystercatcher Lodge include extra long beds, a seating area, and a refrigerator. For travellers arriving by car, there is free parking. While in St. Helena Bay, you may want to check out one of the nearby seafood restaurants, which include Sunfish Restaurant, Alegria Restaurant, and BP Marine Fish Products CC. Best of all, Oystercatcher Lodge makes it easy to experience some great St. Helena Bay attractions like Shelley Point Country Club & Golf Course, which is a popular golf course. At Oystercatcher Lodge, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to St. Helena Bay. Less
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HOTEL FEATURES
Pool
Free Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Beachfront
Bar/Lounge
Laundry Service
Non-Smoking Hotel
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator in room
Wheelchair Access
Room Service
Restaurant
Breakfast included
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
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Room types
Non-Smoking Rooms
Number of rooms
6
Price range
US$108 - US$150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Location
South Africa > Western Cape > Saldanha Bay Municipality > St. Helena Bay
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Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence
Certificate of Excellence
Room types
Non-Smoking Rooms
Number of rooms
6
Price range
US$108 - US$150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Location
South Africa > Western Cape > Saldanha Bay Municipality > St. Helena Bay
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you have to drive by car for about 5 minutes, there are 2 or 3 restaurants close by - the palm is the best
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"Take tough shoes or trainers if you want to explore the rock pools and collect shells"
Mortsgrob
07 Dec 2018
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"Ground floor with easy acces to beach appealing. Best option is the corner suite, front and side view of..."
killinj
07 Nov 2018
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"I suspect they're all great."
GrahamP28
26 Sep 2018
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"They are all great"
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