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Reviews of The Starfish Cottage

20 Bahama Avenue, 4180 Scottburgh, South Africa

#3 of 40 hotels in Scottburgh

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 54 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    10
    A beautiful, comfortable, well furnished cottage, a place anyone would absolutely love.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Having to pack up to ho home 😩

    Christine & Clint were amazing, friendly, and welcoming, felt like we had known each other for years. The cottage was immaculate. It has everything one needs. Did I say how clean & fresh it was! It's exclusive & very quiet. Well priced for what I experienced. I will definitely be back for another stay. Thank you, Christine and Clint, for going over and beyond. The little deatails do not go unnoticed, so a very BIG thank you to you both, see you soon xx The question above was, what did you like, simple answer..... EVERYTHING 💕 I did not add photos as the one's on the bookings site are up to date and describes the cottage perfectly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    9.0
    Starfish Cottage....nostalgic visit to Scottburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was actually nothing not to like. All our needs were met

    Friendly welcome Attention to detail in the cottage Exceptional facilities and appliances

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Well equipped, clean

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable, quiet and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Perfect location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2025

    10
    very good beyond our expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We self catered The kitchen was very well equipped The rooms were comfortable

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2025

    10
    The stay was excellent with no issues or concerns
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing.

    The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Location is excellent. We had a nice braai facility with outdoor table and chairs. The cottage was clean and had a well equipped kitchen with ample plug points and charging adaptors right through the entire cottage. The area is peaceful , and safe. We had our own private garden. Shopping center is close by. The beach is a short drive away. It was an enjoyable stay with no issues at all.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2024

    9.0
    Overall, an excellent stay. I will most definately go back when the need arises.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Just one item for improvement: The water pressure in the showers. We noticed that the pressure was extremely low when both showers were in use.

    As this was a self catering, this question is not applicable.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely Holiday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights

    All was to our expectations.

    Location was Ok. Near to facilities and beaches

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was self-catering and everything had been thought of. What an amazing gem to have found. Perfectly attended to and absolutely spotless. Only little moan, water pressure in the showers was a little low. But otherwise, 5 stars.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2024

    10
    Pretty awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing, everything was perfect and clean and fresh

    The Friendliness , we were greeted with so much respect and just happiness. They accommodated us as we arrived late and there were no hassles.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Very comfy cottage. Excellent place to unwind
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great.

    Location was good. Hosts Christine and Clint were so kind and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Overall, the stay was great. We would definitely book here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I think the only thing I would improve is the lighting outside by the doorway area. Maybe there was a light and we did not see it? Other than that, the place was amazing.

    We loved the friendliness of the hosts, the house was clean and I loved the complimentary tea and coffee station. We didn't get to use to the garden but it looked great. I loved that there were emergency lights, a whiteboard with information and I loved the bathrooms!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing absolutely nothing

    Everything was perfect

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Excellent accommodation. The place is beautiful, well appointed and extremely clean. An absolute gem. 5 star rating.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2023

    10
    Most enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no outdoor sitting area in the event of rain.

    The location was close to shops and the accommodation was comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2023

    9.0
    Had a lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can see the sea in the distance from the yard, not from inside the cottage.

    Clean. Cosy. Private. Well equipped.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Location was good place felt like home

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    10
    Clean, spacious cottage within walking distance from the ocean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Not applicable - We loved everything.

    Clint and Christine are kind hosts who will go out of their way to make guests feel welcome. They also value their guests' privacy. Furthermore, the unit was exceptionally clean and tidy. The Starfish cottage also has ample living spaces, and the kitchen is well-equipped.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is nothing we didn't like about the place.

    Safety and neatness of the place was exceptional. Warm welcoming from Christine, the owner.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2023

    9.0
    Very pleasant for the purpose we used it for. During day at bowling club.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The kitchen utensils were not up to standard. Braai tongs, Stainless steel meat dish, bowls that can be used in microwave. Bathroom 2 - small trash bin, small towels with bath towels.

    Location was near Scottburgh Bowling club. That made t easy for us to drive to the club.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    The entry and exit to the parking on the property is difficult. There is circular route with two gates and it was not clear why the other gate was not in use, which would simplify the entry and exit from the property.

    A very nice place and well maintained and certainly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 23, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Place cleaner than most other ones I've stayed in.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2023

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's not the host problem but loadsheding but our country's problem

    The area is quite which promote you to rest well wow the host is so welcoming kind everything you need is there the children loved their bunk beds nice showers but I enjoy the generous bath I can't leave out the cleanliness of the cottage wow a hidden gem

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2023

    10
    The place is a home away from home, we will definitely come back again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved the shower, the place was beautiful, very clean and comfortable beds. The host was super friendly and went out of her way to make our stay very enjoyable.

    Stayed in February 2023

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