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Welcome to

Welcome to

the dolphin coast

the dolphin coast

Enjoy the best views in Ballito

Enjoy the best views in Ballito

Santorini is a whitewashed Greek island complex on the Ballito coast, and we rent out two apartments inside it. Both were recently redone, with clean lines, natural tones, woven texture and plants throughout. The complex opens onto two beaches, one for swimming with a tidal pool the children will not want to leave, the other a private beach. Additionally, with five pools, and the shops a few minutes away, the Santorini complex has it all. With a full 180 degrees of Indian Ocean in front of you, we think this is the best view in Ballito.

Santorini is a whitewashed Greek island complex on the Ballito coast, and we rent out two apartments inside it. Both were recently redone, with clean lines, natural tones, woven texture and plants throughout. The complex opens onto two beaches, one for swimming with a tidal pool the children will not want to leave, the other a private beach. Additionally, with five pools, and the shops a few minutes away, the Santorini complex has it all. With a full 180 degrees of Indian Ocean in front of you, we think this is the best view in Ballito.

The Complex

Dining
Two beaches, direct access

Santorini opens straight onto Thompson's Bay, the swimming beach, with its tidal pool and no fight for parking in December. A short walk the other way is a private beach with no lifeguards and no crowds, which is where you take sundowners.

meeting and events
Five pools

Spread through the grounds and each a short walk from the apartments. Some in full sun, some shaded for when the afternoon gets serious. Every one has a shallow splash area where small children can play while you stay in your chair. Clean, quiet and properly looked after, and with five of them you will usually find one to yourself.

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Out in the grounds

An outdoor braai area for the evenings you would rather cook where you are sitting. The braai area also has a playground for the kids to enjoy while you braai. And an outdoor gym, if you are the sort who keeps going on holiday. All a short walk from the apartments.

Dining
meeting and events
Recreation
Dining
Two beaches, direct access

Santorini opens straight onto Thompson's Bay, the swimming beach, with its tidal pool and no fight for parking in December. A short walk the other way is a private beach with no lifeguards and no crowds, which is where you take sundowners.

meeting and events
Five pools

Spread through the grounds and each a short walk from the apartments. Some in full sun, some shaded for when the afternoon gets serious. Every one has a shallow splash area where small children can play while you stay in your chair. Clean, quiet and properly looked after, and with five of them you will usually find one to yourself.

meeting and events
Out in the grounds

An outdoor braai area for the evenings you would rather cook where you are sitting. The braai area also has a playground for the kids to enjoy while you braai. And an outdoor gym, if you are the sort who keeps going on holiday. All a short walk from the apartments.

Dining
meeting and events
Recreation

Our Ballito favourites

Ballito sits on South Africa's North coast, an hour north of Durban, on a stretch called the Dolphin Coast. The name is literal. Bottlenose dolphins pass close to shore most mornings and you will see them from either apartment, usually before breakfast. The sea is warm enough to swim in almost all year, and between June and November the humpback whales come past on their way north.

We have lived here long enough to know where to send you. The beach that is quiet on a Sunday, the coffee worth the walk, the restaurant that takes a booking at short notice. Here is where we would start.

Our Ballito favourites

Ballito sits on South Africa's North coast, an hour north of Durban, on a stretch called the Dolphin Coast. The name is literal. Bottlenose dolphins pass close to shore most mornings and you will see them from either apartment, usually before breakfast. The sea is warm enough to swim in almost all year, and between June and November the humpback whales come past on their way north.

We have lived here long enough to know where to send you. The beach that is quiet on a Sunday, the coffee worth the walk, the restaurant that takes a booking at short notice. Here is where we would start.

People Farming

Nature

Hole in the Wall

At Thompson's Bay tidal pool there is a natural arch in the rock with a narrow bridge through it, and a quieter little beach on the far side. Go at low tide and go early. In winter the sunrise lines up and shines straight through the hole.

People Farming

Nature

Hole in the Wall

At Thompson's Bay tidal pool there is a natural arch in the rock with a narrow bridge through it, and a quieter little beach on the far side. Go at low tide and go early. In winter the sunrise lines up and shines straight through the hole.

Framer Holding Strawberries

Wellness

The Prominade

Ballito's main beach is a short drive, and the town wakes up properly around seven. Walk or run the promenade first, then grab a iced coffee at a local coffee shop.

Framer Holding Strawberries

Wellness

The Prominade

Ballito's main beach is a short drive, and the town wakes up properly around seven. Walk or run the promenade first, then grab a iced coffee at a local coffee shop.

Women doing yoga

Community

Local Go To's

The Litchi Orchard is a working farm with food, craft and design shops under the trees. Burnedale has a café, a farm shop and an animal farm the children will not want to leave. Sage Centre nearby is good for a long breakfast and a browse. All within ten minutes of each other.

Women doing yoga

Community

Local Go To's

The Litchi Orchard is a working farm with food, craft and design shops under the trees. Burnedale has a café, a farm shop and an animal farm the children will not want to leave. Sage Centre nearby is good for a long breakfast and a browse. All within ten minutes of each other.

Man Wearning apron

Convenience

Everything is close

Ballito Lifestyle Centre is a few minutes one way for whatever you forgot to pack. Salt Rock is a few minutes the other way, which is where the locals tend to go.

Man Wearning apron

Convenience

Everything is close

Ballito Lifestyle Centre is a few minutes one way for whatever you forgot to pack. Salt Rock is a few minutes the other way, which is where the locals tend to go.

Hiking
Hiking

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Escape to breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and serenity to reconnect with what matters.

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Escape to breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and serenity to reconnect with what matters.
Jungle
Himalaya

Book direct and we will sort the rest.

Booking through us rather than a third party means we can do more for you. Tell us what you need ahead of time and we will arrange it. Groceries in the fridge before you arrive. Cleaning during your stay. Laundry. We can also help arrange airport transfer so you are not driving after a long flight. Send us a message and we will tell you what is possible for your dates.

Book direct and we will sort the rest.

Booking through us rather than a third party means we can do more for you. Tell us what you need ahead of time and we will arrange it. Groceries in the fridge before you arrive. Cleaning during your stay. Laundry. We can also help arrange airport transfer so you are not driving after a long flight. Send us a message and we will tell you what is possible for your dates.

Vegetable Market