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JBay Zebra Lodge

4.0 star property
Country house in Thornhill with winery and free breakfast
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Sports facility
Free daily full breakfast
Leopard Family Room
Leopard Family Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
442 Strandfontein Alongside R102, Old Cape Road Jeffreys Bay, Thornhill, Eastern Cape, 6375
  • Albatross Beach
    24 min drive
  • Jeffreys Bay Beach
    27 min drive
  • Maxi's
    4 min drive
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    51 min drive

Room options

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Colonial Luxury Safari Tent

Colonial Luxury Safari Tent

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Country Luxury Safari Tent

Country Luxury Safari Tent

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Leopard Family Room

Leopard Family Room

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 65 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Earth Luxury Suite

Earth Luxury Suite

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 49 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stone Luxury Suite

Stone Luxury Suite

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 49 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Thornhill

At JBay Zebra Lodge, you'll be 23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 24 km (14.9 mi) from Albatross Beach. Highlights at this country house include a winery, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Thornhill country house include Fountains Mall and Wedgewood Golf Estate.
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What's nearby

  • Fountains Mall - 24 min drive
  • Albatross Beach - 24 min drive
  • Jeffreys Bay Beach - 27 min drive
  • Dolphin Beach - 29 min drive
  • St. Francis Bay Beach - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crossways Country Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Intle Game Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gamtoos Fiery Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maxi's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bergrivier - ‬12 min drive

About this property

JBay Zebra Lodge

Country house in Thornhill with winery and free breakfast
A winery is on site. JBay Zebra Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at JBay Zebra Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Thornhill country house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
JBay Zebra Lodge offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 7 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at JBay Zebra Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 380 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 380 (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

JBay Zebra Lodge Thornhill
JBay Zebra Thornhill
JBay Zebra
JBay Zebra Lodge Thornhill
JBay Zebra Lodge Country House
JBay Zebra Lodge Country House Thornhill

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Yep, JBay Zebra Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to JBay Zebra Lodge?

The closest beach to JBay Zebra Lodge is Albatross Beach (19.8 km).

Does JBay Zebra Lodge have a pool?

JBay Zebra Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes JBay Zebra Lodge a romantic place to stay?

An attached winery, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at JBay Zebra Lodge.

Does JBay Zebra Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free full breakfast is served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at JBay Zebra Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7 AM - 7 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at JBay Zebra Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at JBay Zebra Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at JBay Zebra Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

JBay Zebra Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An enchanting stay at Zebra Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Edmonds

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery, friendly staff, zebra roaming the property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zebra-Lodge was the perfect get-away for us. Just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

John, Miami

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful surprise Zebra Lodge was. It so exceeded my expectations. The Lodge is beautiful, and the large acreage on which it sits is stunning. Stunning! The food was delicious. Our time there was indeed special, and we hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darla, Corpus Christi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We knew seeing zebras are not guaranteed, because they are wild animals. So we were so happy that we saw 7 of them grazing in the morning right by our breakfast table! The tent cabin we were in was very private. The dinner and breakfast we had there were delicious. The owners were so friendly. They even sold us the napkin holders from our dinner table when we said we liked them and we wouldn't be able to make it to buy them where she said she bought them. Loved everything about the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In splendid isolation, all recently built in a contemporary style and to a high standard, the lodges are quite large with great views and very comfortable. Reception with lounge and restaurant serves excellent freshly prepared food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointing
The lodge is beautiful and the views superb. However, we did not feel particularly welcome and the meal we had was overly expensive and of average quality, there was no choice at any point. It was difficult to find the lodge and to access you really need a 4WD SUV.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Only stayed one night en route to Port Elizabeth, so it was convenient for us. Pleasant hosts and clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Awesome lodge with zebras right outside your windows.
Highly recommend this lodge for a wonderful SA experience, beautiful vistas and the food is 5 stars. Great location and the zebras are amazingly beautiful. The tents, cottages and main lodge are very high end and beautifully appointed. Hosts Florabella and Didier are delightful. Look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply superb, service and attention to detail by owners were of the highest quality Will recommend the lodge to anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fred, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting
This is a beautiful lodge situated on top of a hill overlooking the valley and ocean. The lodge is owned by a french couple who have really created something special. Complete serenity with hiking or bicycle trails, and only 20 min from Jeffereys Bay. Definitely first pick for Jeffereys bay area.

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beste Unterkunft die wir seit Jahren in Südamerika hatten....Top!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Een prachtige plek in the middle of now where! Helaas hadden wij slecht weer maar kwamen de zebras al snel kijken toen wij arriveerden. Het was nat en koud, maar gelukkig hadden we een kachel tot onze beschikking. En konden we s’avond heerlijk eten in de lodge. Ook het ontbijt was prima! Alleen bij aankomst nog even van het uitzicht kunnen genieten.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bel endroit, tres bien décoré, staff sympathique et très bons soupers. Avec même les zebres sur la terrasse pour un de mes petit dej :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nettes Hotel, guter Service, ruhige Lage.
Nettes Hotel mit Liebe zum Detail in der Naehe von JBay. Sehr persoenliches Service, Zimmer sauber und sehr ruhig. Kleines Fruehstueck inklusive, sehr gutes Abendessen gegen Bezahlung. Kein WLAN in den Zimmern.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
EXCELLENT PRIVATE LODGE!
Excellent rooms, very private, superb dinner option. Beautiful View.