Riley's Rest living room opening onto the sea-facing veranda

A coastal cottage at Ifafa Beach

Slow mornings.
Sea air. Dogs included.

Riley's Rest is a relaxed two-bedroom beach cottage made for switching off, spending time together and waking up to the ocean.

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Sleeps 5 · Pet friendly · Sea views

Welcome to Riley's Rest

A simple place to feel away from it all.

Perched above Ifafa Beach on the KZN South Coast, Riley's Rest is a comfortable, self-catering cottage with ocean views, an open-plan living space and a veranda made for long breakfasts and evening braais.

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Main bedroom with sea view at Riley's Rest

The cottage

Wake up with the ocean outside your window.

The main bedroom looks out towards the sea, while the second bedroom gives you a quieter, cosy space for family or friends. Both are part of a home designed for easy, unhurried stays.

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Living

Open the doors and let the coast in.

Comfortable seating, natural light and a view that does most of the decorating.

Dining

Meals with a view.

A relaxed dining space that connects naturally with the living room and veranda.

Self catering

A kitchen made for proper holiday breakfasts.

The cottage has everything you need to settle in, stock the fridge and make the place your own for a few days.

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Outside

“Breakfast on the veranda. A book in the afternoon. A braai while the sun goes down.”

Breakfast on the sea-facing veranda at Riley's Rest

The veranda

Probably where you'll spend most of your time.

There is a built-in braai, outdoor seating and a wide view over the coast. It is the natural centre of the house for slow mornings, lazy lunches and evenings outside.

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Bring the whole family

Including the four-legged members.

Riley's Rest was named after our beloved Border Collie. The property is fully fenced, dogs are welcome and Ifafa Beach is close enough for morning walks and sandy paws.

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Dogs enjoying the beach near Riley's Rest

Good to know

The practical bits, kept simple.

2 bedroomsSleeps up to 5

Sea viewsFrom the cottage and veranda

Fully fencedRemote gate for peace of mind

WiFiIncluded

BraaiBuilt-in outdoor braai

Ceiling fansIn every room for warmer months

No TVBring a book instead

BeachAbout 600 m, via a hill and stairs

Ifafa Beach · KwaZulu-Natal

Close to the sea. Far enough away.

Riley's Rest sits above Ifafa Beach on the KZN South Coast. The beach is around 600 m away, although the walk includes a hill and stairs. During the rainy season, a 4x4 may be required for the access road.

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