Waterways Accommodation

Waterways Accommodation is an owner-run, secure and peaceful thatched homestay, offering waterfront accommodation on the picturesque Canals at St Francis Bay. The property is situated on the Kromme River estuary, with views over the canals, the estuary and the river mouth to the sea. It has been recommended in the Rough Guide and Stefan Lose Guide for its friendliness, its situation, its accommodation, its views, and cruises which can be arranged. Two canoes and a rowing boat are available for use by guests along with a private mooring.

Waterways Accommodation consists of two comfortable and spacious en-suite rooms, each with separate entrance, out-door living facilities and good views. Both rooms offer tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge and TV. A third overflow room is also available at lower charge to accommodate families with children.

The Green room is a large bed-sitter, situated above a double garage, with twin beds adaptable to double, en-suite shower room, full lounge and washing up facilities. It has views over the river and the canals. A balcony faces north over the river, and a large west-facing deck is also available overlooking the canal system. The Canal room is on the ground floor, facing west over rolling lawns to the canals. This has a double bed, en suite bathroom, with hand shower, and has a west-facing terrace overlooking the canals.

St Francis Bay itself is a unique coastal resort development, situated mid-way between the Garden Route and Port Elizabeth. It is popular for its predominantly thatched architecture; its 2.5 km beach with fine, clean sand and world-class surfing; its 5.6 km of tidal marina, known as the Canals; the Kromme River, navigable for 12 km, with a large estuary beach and abundant bird life at low tide; Port St Francis, headquarters of the local calamari fishing industry, and from which deep-sea safaris can be arranged; two excellent links golf courses; and beautiful coastal walks through Fynbos nature reserves.

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Reviews

"The canals"

16 February 2020

"The room was really great. Well appointed with a fridge and kettle. Spacious and it has a great view of the canals and nearby river.Our hosts were more than willing to go the extra mile. I would definitely recommend staying here and hopefully we will be back next year. Waterways will be our preferred place to stay"
"Friendly people and helpful"

28 October 2019

"We had a great evening to stay. Even it is not self-catering but they give us a big help for cooking. We are very happy.<br/><br/>Establishments response:<br/><br/>Thank you, Sijie, for this positive review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay, despite the lack of self-catering facilities. We enjoyed having you, too, and your make-shift Chinese cooking was delicious! We hope you will join us again. <br/><br/>Best wishes, <br/>Hilton & Julia<br/>Waterways B & B"
"Our stay was amazing all round. Wonderful and will return asap"

25 September 2018

"The location is incredible, views outstanding, rooms lovely , cosy and warm and incredibly clean.Safe and secure and good off road parking.Coffee provided in the rooms (not expected) was delicious The hosts, Hilton and Julia provide extra spoils - like special shampoo (not generic sachets) big fluffy towels and an abundance of advice and kindness. Lots of laughs too.The upstairs Room was spacious with a private balcony.The B n B was a home from home for us. Wonderfully privateThank you Hilton and Julia for a 5 Star Stay"
"Swiss couple"

07 March 2016

"Have spent two nights with Julia and Hilton. Friendly hosts, beautiful room (upstairs), excellent breakfast, possibility of canoo and boattrips. Enjoyed it very much and - if ever coming again to SA - will choose this B&B. Highly recommendable.<br />"
"Perfect stay at Waterways"

11 February 2016

"We stayed 2 nights at waterways this week. The property lies in a beautiful spot by the canal. Hilton and Julia made us so welcome and looked after us very well and even shared sundowners with us on the sun bench by the water. We loved the fact we could use their canoe to take a look around the canal system.<div>Breakfast was delicious especially Julia's homemade bread. All in all a lovely 2 nights and would love to return.<br /><div><br /></div></div>"
"St Francis bay serenity"

16 September 2013

"Waterways is a family run guest house that is in superb setting with excellent hosts Hilton and Julia. The home away from home environment,lovely breakfast and excellent views location were exactly what we needed. Thanks."