35 Umkobi Lodge

Umkobi Lodge is an up-market complex, eco estate, ultra elite village.

Located along the banks of a protected estuary, this log home is situated on an eco estate which comprises excellent views of the sand and surf of the Indian Ocean. Behind the secure perimeter, within the eco estate, internal infrastructure blends seamlessly into the cultivated foliage. Upon entering the unit, the eye is drawn immediately to the views beyond the open plan reception rooms. Reception rooms comprise spacious open plan lounge and dining room. Off the lounge, through large glass doors, a deep wooden deck runs the entire, river and sea facing length of the unit. Off the dining room, a well-appointed fitted kitchen offers ample cupboards, hob, under-counter oven and space for major appliances. Sleeping quarters are split between the main floor and the spacious upper loft, with three bedrooms downstairs and one upstairs. Two of the three downstairs bedrooms look out over the estuary and the ocean, with direct access onto the sea facing wooden deck.The main bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom, while the second and third bedrooms are serviced by a full second bathroom. Upstairs, in the loft, large picture windows are strategically placed to allow for excellent views as far as the eye can see. Mention has to be made, the loft bedroom is quite spacious and fitted with an air-conditioning unit to cope with the hot balmy months of a year round subtropical climate. Secure under cover parking comes with this log home.

Within the complex, a communal swimming pool and braai area languishes quietly among lush foliage, while a private jetty allows residents of the complex to simply pack a picnic basket and row down to the beach.