Thorn Bay

Reviews

• "Good for the Soul"

  14 August 2018

  "The accommodation was ideal for what we were looking for..... quiet, chill time. The ever changing views of the sea and the sunsets were soul food. Being able to braai on our balcony was also a bonus. The room was spacious, excellent bed and everything spotlessly clean."

• "Little bit of Heaven"

  04 April 2018

  "It is truely a beautiful town, with very friendly people. The chalets are nicely situated & in the evening when you sit on your private stoep... you will see a stunning sunset :)"

• "Die ligging en uitsig is pragtig."

  16 February 2018

  "Die eenheid bied die basiese benodigdhede. Teen die tarief wat gehef word voel ons dat die plekkie op 'n daaglikse basis skoongemaak kan word ( nie teen ekstra koste nie ). Om dieselfde rede glo ek kan toiletpapier meer gereeld as een rolletjie in ses da voorsien word!! Die dakwaaier is nie in instaat om vinniger as die stadige spoed te waai nie, wat in die dag en 'n half van bergwind toestande van geen nut was nie. Die mikrogolfoondjie is nie werkend nie. Maar oor die algemeen het ek en Lin 'n aangename tydjie gehad en saamgestem dat ons weer sal gaan."

• "See two sub-species of Karoo Lark in the same pentad Onderputs farm"

  24 January 2018

  "The stay was good, but that "dining table" is too unstable. We lost a couple of drinks, just cutting food!Also NO oven! All the food I bought for self catering needed to be baked, oven heated. I had to go and buy fish next door."

• "Great Stay"

  11 January 2018

  "Great stay for us and our doggy. Relaxing and always a beautiful view."

• "The view, the unit and the welcome"

  11 October 2017

  "Absolutely LOVED our stay and will go back at the first opportunity. The unit was clean, neat and very well equipped."

• "Total relaxation in peaceful surroundings"

  26 September 2017

  "Comfortable and well positioned, this accommodation is the perfect get away for solitude, rest, quietness and "chillaxing".With a kitchen stocked with all the utensils you need to cook a gourmet meal, one need never leave the accommodation. Lying in bed between quality linen and listening to the waves breaking against the rocks is heaven. A self service establishment so remember to take your own toiletries as the only guest amenity is hand soap.I will be returning and recommend this accommodation without reservation. Thanks Peter and Michelle"

• "Stunning location and views"

  04 September 2017

  "Not enough decent towels"

• "The view!"

  23 August 2017

  "Beautiful beautiful beautiful!!! The view was so special. Very neat and cosy. Definitely visit again."

• "Helpful and Friendly"

  17 July 2017

  "HiYes we did enjoy our stay at Thorn Bay we will make use of this again but in the summer time. If I must give it a ranking out of 10 we will say 9. The management and staff were very helpful and always friendly thanks again for a wonderful stay.Kind regardsLouisa"

• "The sunset..peaceful and quiet setting"

  24 April 2017

  "The unit is gorgeously decorated. Michelle and Peter was very friendly and helpful. Will refer my friends anytime to Thornbay."

• "excellent location"

  18 April 2017

  "a very clean and well run establishment. will most certainly recommend it to enyone."

• "Best view ever"

  02 March 2017

  "Awesome view - very friendly hostess. Will stay there anytime again!"

• "Thorn Bay"

  24 February 2017

  "What a lovely location!!! Room was very comfortable and neatly decorated. Views from the room were excellent. Taste all the wine from Fryer's Cove - what an experience!! Koko was the star of the stay...."

• "Total tranquility by rugged rocks"

  20 January 2017

  "Our unit at Thornbay Accommodation was clean, tastefully decorated an stocked with all we needed. Situated across the street from a small beach in a rocky cove, the view of the rugged coast, lighthouse, Fryers Cove Winery and breathraking sunsets, was superb. A wide selection of seafood can be bought in the on-site fishery - a great plus- point.<br/>Another plus is that it is pet-friendly.<br/>We recommend a stay in Doringbaai with enthusiasm."

• "What a view"

  07 December 2016

  "We really enjoyed the stay at thorn bay. We took many pictures. Your accommodation was clean and tidy. It was truly a wonderful little flat overlooking the ocean. We will be back."

• "Excellent!!"

  07 October 2016

  "Was lovely to stay there. Everything available, from egg lifter to braai grid. Friendly people, nice and quiet and the most beautiful sunsets. Bonus was Fryer's Cove just down the road."

• "Wonderful location"

  01 October 2016

  "Excellent location and the view spectacular. The unit had everything we needed and was very clean. Host was very helpful."

• "Very Impressive!"

  27 April 2016

  "Beautiful position overlooking the old wharf. Extremely clean and nicely furnished. We did not expect this quality and luxury at a small coastal town like Doring Baai. Great value for money. Highly recommended."

• "A get away for ourselves and our two dogs"

  19 April 2016

  "Michele and Peter were the perfect hosts and accommodated us in a perfect little apartment that was fully walled and gated. The garden was grassed and the unit well equipped. There is not too much to do in the area apart from beach and cliff walks but that was perfect for what we intended - just a quiet break with the pooches. The town is very safe and the views and sunsets amazing. Thanks Michele and Peter the stay was well worth if.<div><div><br /></div></div>"

• "Thorn Bay"

  12 February 2016

  "Comfortable and well equipped! But horrified at all the litter around Doringbaai and especially Strandfontein!"

• "A place of rest"

  23 December 2015

  "very quiet and peaceful with the waves breaking in the background."

• "Hidden surprise"

  21 September 2015

  "beautiful quaint little place. decorated in true west-coast style"

• "Comfortable"

  07 September 2015

  "Thorn Bay was clean, well equipped and extremely comfortable. The bed was good - linen fresh and the bathroom was modern and as advertised. We had Yellowtail Room, right on the end which was the last one available, as there is a bit of foot traffic across the verandah for guests staying up above.<div><br /></div><div>Although right on the road, this is not a problem as there is no traffic. Fabulous view of the sunset!!! Exceptional value for money.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>"

• "Flowers and wine"

  01 September 2015

  "This was our second visit to this establishment and was excellent as usual apartments are clean and beds comfy, Michelle always a good host. Must make mention of the restaurant (Kommetjie) 6km's upthe road in next village Standfintein had dinner there very pleasant awesome spot for sundowners as it faces west. ! Also the Fryers Cove Winery is worth mentioning great whites and killer fish and calamari we will definitely be back !"

• "A Whale of a time"

  31 October 2014

  "We booked into the Whale unit for a one night stopover. We should have stayed longer. The apartment was extremely well appointed and very comfortable, with superb views over the sea. Michele certainly goes the extra mile! We will certainly be back to this delightful spot."

• "Lovely Stay"

  01 September 2014

  "We had a lovely stay at Thornbay! Well equipped facility and right on the beach! Will definitely be back!"

• "The Murchies"

  26 January 2014

  "20 out of 10. can recommend it with a smile. Friendly hosts and dogs and a very cute Sam the parrot. Enjoyed it fully."

• "Reana Beukes"

  02 September 2013

  "We stayed in the Shark unit. Positives: beautiful view and helpful host. The rest of our experience was negative, as the unit seemed unclean. The bedding hasn't been washed prior to our stay, and smelled. We only slept for one night, and was glad to be able to leave the following morning!"

• "Cold"

  01 September 2013

  "Nice place but cold and small."

• "Baie goed"

  25 September 2012

  "Voorwaar n netjiese, baie goed toegeruste woonstel, puik uitsig. Ons het heerlik gekuier en sal verseker weer gaan. Thornbay is n besoek werd."

• "Wonderful!"

  06 July 2012

  "We stayed in the Baracuda unit and it was absolutely amazingly decorated, neat and tidy with everything you would need and a beautiful sea view! I can recommend this establishment to anyone and we will definately be back. Peter and Michele was extremely friendly and wonderful hosts. Thank you for making our stay at Thorn Bay one to be remembered."

• "Excellent"

  10 October 2011

  "We had an excellent stay and will definitely return for another visit."

• "Thank you"

  03 October 2011

  "Best stay at a lodge in a very long time. Thank you."

• "Great West Coast getaway"

  06 September 2011

  "Very pleasant environment and very helpful owners. If you have a family of four, and can afford it, the private apartment looks very nice. A well run establishment and an enjoyable stay."

• "Great"

  28 April 2011

  "Lovely view. Comfortable stay. Friendly. Beautiful interior. Will recommend it to my friends."

• "Thorn Bay"

  08 August 2010

  "Great stay. Everything was super clean with soul cleaning ocean views. A really special place for a break."

• "Thorn Bay"

  08 August 2010

  "Great stay. Everything was super clean with soul cleaning ocean views. A really special place for a break."

• "Comfortable stay"

  11 January 2010

  "We enjoyed a week long stay over December in the "Shark" at Thornbay Accommodation. Everything was neat and clean with enough space to comfortably accommodate the five of us. The children enjoyed the pool just behind the flat and we had wonderful lessons from Pete on how to prepare fish dishes. We enjoyed strolling to the beach across the street to watch the sun sets."

• "Comfortable stay"

  11 January 2010

  "We enjoyed a week long stay over December in the "Shark" at Thornbay Accommodation. Everything was neat and clean with enough space to comfortably accommodate the five of us. The children enjoyed the pool just behind the flat and we had wonderful lessons from Pete on how to prepare fish dishes. We enjoyed strolling to the beach across the street to watch the sun sets."

• "Enjoyable stay"

  05 October 2009

  "The view from the rooms are great. I think the rates are very reasonable and we enjoyed our stay."

• "Pieter en Hetta Kriel"

  21 September 2009

  "Baie lekker, skoon, op die see, vriendelik. Alles net lekker en reg."

• "Great value for money."

  18 August 2009

  "Spectacular bay view from our first floor unit with own terrace. Lovely warm bed in the heart of winter plus every amenity you would want to use over a weekend at the coast."

• "Great value for money."

  18 August 2009

  "Spectacular bay view from our first floor unit with own terrace. Lovely warm bed in the heart of winter plus every amenity you would want to use over a weekend at the coast. "

• "We enjoy the stay."

  26 May 2009

  " It was very comfortable. The view was awsome.Enough privacy. We enjoyed every moment"

• "We enjoy the stay."

  26 May 2009

  "It was very comfortable. The view was awsome.Enough privacy. We enjoyed every moment"

• "Excellent."

  22 October 2008

  " Will recommend this to any one who wants to brake away from the city life. Thank you so much for nice and well equip apartment. "

• "Excellent."

  22 October 2008

  "Will recommend this to any one who wants to brake away from the city life. Thank you so much for nice and well equip apartment."

• "Very good"

  12 March 2008

  "We had a good stay and for our work the hosts were very helpful in telling us about a site where we could do our work. The trip was very successful. As a first time visitor we were made to feel at home."

• "Very good"

  12 March 2008

  "We had a good stay and for our work the hosts were very helpful in telling us about a site where we could do our work. The trip was very successful. As a first time visitor we were made to feel at home."

• "Thorn Bay"

  19 January 2007

  "Neat, practical and very good value for money."

• "Thorn Bay"

  19 January 2007

  "Neat, practical and very good value for money."