The Wood House

–Excellent location - show map
+92 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Free WiFi

9.3

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Wood House in Empangeni offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a balcony or terrace, ensuring a pleasant stay. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features a lush garden, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area, perfect for leisure. Convenient Facilities: The guest house provides free WiFi, a lounge, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a picnic area, outdoor dining area, and full-day security. Local Attractions: Located 23 km from Richards Bay Airport, The Wood House is near Enseleni Nature Reserve (18 km) and Richards Bay Country Club (24 km). Other attractions include Ongoye Forest and Richards Bay Golf Driving Range.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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2 large double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Nozipho
South Africa South Africa
“The location was perfect very quiet and close to main town where one could get anything and everything, because were there attending a funeral we never had time for breakfast but it did smell great”
Bongiwe
South Africa South Africa
“The property was nice and clean.It was peaceful and no noise from the neighbours. I will definitely go back.”
Leon
South Africa South Africa
“Quiet when there weren’t people in the room next door. Property is well looked after and very neat. Room was clean and confortable”
Thabani
South Africa South Africa
“The property was clean and neat, located in a peaceful neighbourhood with secured parking garage”
Kunene
South Africa South Africa
“Exceptionally clean room, the facilities are perfect... Sitting by the pool, nice natural setting to take photos with the Mrs, overall a calming place to be at as it doesn't have to noise of the inner city”
Maureen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were very most kind, helpful and friendly. The property is well maintained and clean.”
Nyamusho
South Africa South Africa
“Location was not that hard to find, the place met my standards. I enjoyed everything about it. I will recommend it to people who want to have privacy, it was good for me.”
Zamani
South Africa South Africa
“I liked the location. Easy access to Sanlam Centre or Fiveways. The pool was exceptionally maintained. A lot of green. The self check in is done very nicely. Microwave and mini fridge just astronomically improves the value for your money. The iron...”
Taylars
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the service received. I felt like we were in a 5 star Hotel. The room was cleaned every day. Towels changed. Dishes washed l. They even dried our bathroom “apparels”. Check-in was easy. We were there for a Passover conference”
Akhona
South Africa South Africa
“Perfect stay and very helpful staff - we will be back!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Herbert Bentele

Company review score: 9.2Based on 213 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I am an Austrian who has been living in South Africa with my lovely wife of 37 years Josi. My wife, Josi, and I are both fluent in English however she can speak IsiZulu while I can speak German. We own and run The WoodHouse in Empangeni. Our hospitality is unparalleled and we look forward to hosting you in the peaceful and tranquil WoodHouse

Property information

The WoodHouse is a very rare find. Our rare fully wooden architecture, gives this space a very natural outdoor feel. This together with a blue pool, chirping birds and lots of lush greenery, has created a peaceful oasis of tranquility.

Neighbourhood information

The WoodHouse is located in the quite residential suburb of Empangeni. The area is extremely safe and we're in a CCTV monitored cul-de-sac. 24h armed response as well as and electric fence around the high walls, ensures you're safe enough to sleep with your door open. We are 25 minutes drive from Richardsbay Beach

Languages spoken

German,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

House rules

The Wood House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Wood House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.