Showing 33 reviews (ordered by date of stay, most recent appearing first).
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Nous souhaitons dire combien nous avons apprécié notre séjour à Seashelles, le lieu est magnifique, les installations très agréables, les hôtes très charmants et nous ne souhaitons qu'une choses, y retourner !!! quel beau pays et quels charmes !
July 2016
Augé André et Marie (AGDE France)
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Perfect for 2 friends This apartment has a queen bed and a very comfortable sleeper couch, even for a adult. Great ocean views and very quaint and cozy. Full dstv - what a bonus for rainy days, and a dvd player. It might get noisy in peak season as the pool and jacuzzi are right in front of the apartment. Luckily we went at a quiet time and it was perfect with everything so close by - pity the jacuzzi did not work. Priscilla was very friendly and helpful even though we arrived very late at night! Walking distance from beach, and shopping centre close by. No problems with wi-fi. As with the rest of the country we were also affected by the electricity problems and was without power for half a day.
December 2015
Olive.Hartnick@oup.com (Pretoria)
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Reviewed by: Dot M from Edinburgh, United Kingdom Reviewed on: 05/08/2015 for their stay in 04/2015 Seashelles Self-Catering (Pool Level) Apartment Just back from a wonderful 3 week stay at Seashelles. Priscilla and Phil were the most welcoming hosts who went above and beyond to make our holiday complete. We were looking for a comfortable and modern base whilst visiting our son who lives in Umhlanga and we found it with a lot more besides. To wake each morning with those stunning views of the Indian Ocean was awesome and the location was perfect for both coastal walks and the local village where you'll find a multitude of good restaurants. The added bonus was the huge patio and pool when relaxing...and my husband was a happy bunny with his full DSTV AND FREE WIFI. A special mention also to our maid who kept our apartment pristine. Thank you Priscilla and Phil for everything, it was a pleasure to meet you and we shall certainly be back next time we visit South Africa
August 2015
Dot Mann from Edinburgh (United Kingdom)
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Beautiful Place with Amazing Hosts I booked for 2 nights for our honeymoon and wanted the accommodation to be perfect...I had never been there before and wasn't sure what to expect but when we got there...WOW!! We wished we could have stayed there longer! The place was modern, clean, safe and quiet with awesome views and had all the facilities we needed. Looking out over the pool with the palm trees felt like we were in Mauritius. It was so relaxing and our hosts Filip and Pricilla couldn't have been nicer people and went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one. They are warm and friendly people and we left feeling like we had made 2 new friends. I would definitely recommend Seashelles and would return in a heartbeat. Two thumbs up!!
April 2015
Marc (Westville)
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HOME FROM HOME For the past 8 years, we have taken this apt for up to 6 weeks, late january to mid march, we love every aspect of both the area and the climate. tho many would prefer to visit in cooler months. Our hosts manage to combine friendliness with professionalism.
February 2015
John & Geraldine Aherne (Dublin, Ireland )
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“Bliss by the seaside” 5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 days ago for a stay in October 2014 NEW If you are looking for more than just accommodation, Seashelles is the perfect place for you. My partner and I spent a week there in late October, and it was absolute bliss. We had hoped to get the bigger flat upstairs, which was unfortunately booked already, but rather than even looking somewhere else we settled for the smaller flat on the ground floor. It was just beautiful: fully furnished, equipped with all a self-catering traveller could possibly wish for, and tastefully decorated and set-up (well, when you meet hosts Priscilla and Philippe you know why the flat looks so lovely). The view from the patio over the Jacuzzi and pool into the sea is absolutely stunning, even on a grey day - but especially at night when illuminated in a stunning sea of lights. Besides TV and Wi-Fi internet, the presence of a charming maid was a winner - cleaning is not really cool during holidays. Staying in one big anonymous skyscraper complex in Umhlanga was never an option for us - we wanted a home away from home and Priscilla, Philippe and little dog Sparky certainly made sure we got exactly that as Seashelles is very private, quiet and exquisite (oh, and by the way, only a short walk from the beach). A special thanks to Priscilla for going out of her way after I had forgotten something rather important upon departure – much appreciated, my Dear! We wish we could have stayed longer – and we will definitely be back!
October 2014
Doro (London)
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“picturesque” 5 of 5 stars Reviewed yesterday for a stay in August 2014 NEW Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The view was spectacular and Filip and Priscilla were great hosts (and their little Yorkie, Sparky, has got to be one of the happiest dogs I ever met) . The room was lovely, just as pictured, the bed was comfortable and everything was exceptionally well maintained and clean. We chose the Seashelles because we wanted a place to get away and not be surrounded by a bunch of other travelers and we were not disappointed. It is in a great location, close to the beach, far from city noise but close enough to an area with great restaurants. We only wished we could have spent more time there. Next time we travel to Umhlanga, Seashelles will be top of our list. Thank you Filip and Priscilla
August 2014
Lori Chibnik (USA, Boston)
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“Wonderful!!” Filip and Priscilla - awesome friendly hosts!! Stylish spacious & comfortable room, convenient and beautiful location. Amazing view! Highly recommended. Filip en Pricilla Baie baie dankie, ons het vreeslik lekker gebly!! Dankie vir julle gasvryheid en uitstekende diens. Groete Johan, Jorine en Larize
July 2014
Larize J (South Africa)
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Dear Pricilla, Back in the UK after a wonderful holiday, lots of photos to remind us of your country and memories to share with friends. We completed our stay with a spell at Champagne Castle where we were able to attend a performance by the Drakensberg boys choir (an unexpected bonus) Alan joins me in sending our thanks for your contribution in making this such a memorable occasion with your willingness to help organise our tours. Many thanks also to Filip for the airport pickup. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Seashelles and thought Umhlanga was a good choice being ideally positioned for safety and tranquility. I have given feedback to the booking company so I hope you have a sucessful season once the winter months are over. Best regards to you both Thelma & Alan Bridges UK 7 June 2014
June 2014
Thelma & Alan Bridges (United Kingdom)
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Magic - yet home from home Have stayed here seven times in the last eight years. The apartment is elegant spacious and comfortable and the view is amazing. Priscilla and Filip are wonderful hosts, unobtrusively making sure everything is perfect and no request for assistance or something extra is ever too much bother. Sitting in the garden, day or night, listening to the ocean is wonderful. Friends who have come to visit me during my stay have been totally wowed!! Highly recommend.
March 2014
Geraldine Aherne (Dublin)
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A piece of heaven For the past number of years, my husband and l have being spending the month of February in South africa in general, and most importantly, at Seashelles in particular. From the moment we met Filip and Priscilla Engelen, our charming and welcoming hosts. we knew we had struck gold. Our upstairs, one bedroomed apartment, becomes an annual home from home. We have the perfect balance of being there for each other but neither intruding on each others privacy. All the little things that make for a perfect holiday are ever present, our hosts. their 3 charming children, Brandon, Ryan and Tayla and indeed not forgetting their courteous and gentle maid Nomussa, who comes to clean our apt 6 days a week, rendering my role obsolete, here in Umhlanga, anyway!!! To any prospective clients wishing to stay at Seashelles, don't hesitate but l beg you not in February! !!!
March 2014
Geraldine (Dublin)
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Magic - yet home from home Have stayed here seven times in the last eight years. The apartment is elegant spacious and comfortable and the view is amazing. Priscilla and Filip are wonderful hosts, unobtrusively making sure everything is perfect and no request for assistance or something extra is ever too much bother. Sitting in the garden, day or night, listening to the ocean is wonderful. Friends who have come to visit me during my stay have been totally wowed!! Highly recommend.
March 2014
Eithne (Dublin)
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Dear Priscilla, I am back at work after a wonderful holiday at your place. I loved every minute of our stay there, it honestly felt like I was staying in some paradise island especially at night with the palm trees and the lights around the pool. The sea view is stunning and was just the cherry on top. Both yourself and your family were wonderful hosts and really provided us with total privacy but yet making yourselves available for whatever we needed. I told you before I left that it is by far the best place I have stayed so far and that it really felt like a home away from home. Your cleaner ladies also deserve a hands up as the flat was always clean and fresh towels available and they were very professional and kind. I really wish I was still there !!!!! Thank you once again for a fabulous holiday!!!!
January 2014
Celia Duarte (Johannsburg)
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Firstly the very warm welcome we received from the owners. Then when we entered the apartment my girlfriend was presented with a lovely bouquet of flowers and chocolates for her birthday, really nice touch. The apartment was tastefully decorated with all the necessary equipment. The private veranda overlooking a beautiful pool with jacuzzi. The apartment has beautiful uninterupted seaviews. The area is very quiet & relaxing, just right for a romantic getaway. Would definitely go back.
April 2013
Glen (Amamzimtoti)
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The last minute accommodation for me was such a beautiful gesture, I had a peaceful and wonderful stay. The hospitality surpasses most Guest houses in the region. Keep the friendliness. Brik Summit.
March 2013
Thoko Mnyango (Johannesburg)
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Thank you for a wonderful Stay. Great Sea Views and excellent hosts. I hope to return some day & will tell my colleagues about "THE SEASHELLES" Thanks Priscilla.
January 2013
Reme Foster (Johannesburg)
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Hi Priscilla ans Philippe.thenk you for this very Beautiful accommodation. We enjoyed our holidays at Seashelles. Great view of the ocean Hope to see you again in the future. Thank you again. Sehr schöne Unterkunft. Wir haben unseren Urlaub im Seashelles. Tolle Aussicht auf den Ozean Wir hoffen, Sie wieder zu sehen in der Zukunft. Vielen Dank noch einmal.
December 2012
Christhoper (Germany)
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Comfortable & a true home-away-from-home holiday. Such a spectacular view to wake-up to each day. We could not ask for better We enjoyed each and every moment & wish to be back here again, its definitely something to look forward to. Thanking you, Filip and your family for fond memories & Welcoming us so warmly
December 2012
Doug (Johannesburg)
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Very Beautiful accommodation. We enjoyed our holidays at Seashelles. Great view of the ocean Hope to see you again in the future. Thank you again. Sehr schöne Unterkunft. Wir haben unseren Urlaub im Seashelles. Tolle Aussicht auf den Ozean Wir hoffen, Sie wieder zu sehen in der Zukunft. Vielen Dank noch einmal.
November 2012
Christoper (Germany)
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Hi Priscilla I hope that you are well. Just wanted to thank you for the wonderful stay and the warm hospitality that you and your husband showed us over our stay. We will surely utilise your facility for more of our visits to KZN and I will highly recommend same to all my colleagues and family members. Warm regards Deena
May 2012
deena (Johannesburg)
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Hi Flip, As promised, this is to express my gratification for a wonderful time we had at Seashelles. Greetings from The Netherlands! The holiday accommodation was very comfortable, practical and well-situated. The stunning crystal clear sea-views from the balcony are a real holiday bonanza ! My children loved the safe and friendly environment, a true home-away-from-home setting :-) The nearness of the fine sandy beach, restaurants and easily accessible Gateway shopping/dining/games mall makes the location of your place a complete holiday destination. We will be back. Thanks and greetings from Richard, Tyra and Ryan, Netherlands
July 2011
Richard Ismail (The Netherlands)
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Baie dankie vir die lekker tyd veral die seaview!!! wonderlyke tyd Kyk daarna uit om weer te kom
July 2011
Rita & Andries (Joannesburg)
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We love this place ! ! ! It has been done so well! we will definatly be back.
May 2011
Geoge & Sharon Long (USA)
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Every year it gets better and better Chez seashelles our 5th year now in a row ! ! ! Splendid. See you in 2012.
March 2011
John & Geraldine Ahern (Ireland)
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Die Mooiste uitsig !! Die mooiste lieflyke Plek...... ! Lekker gerus Sal definitief weerkom, dankie vir alles
December 2010
Willem & Elmarie (Johannesburg)
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Thank you again for a truly wonderful stay at Seashelles. It was perfect, hard to imagine beating our experience at Seashelles. One of the best places we ever stayed in- beautifully set & perfectly maintained. High level of comfort. Highly recommended. I think your personal touch clinches the deal! I have mentioned my suggestion to my sister in Scotland regarding staying at Seashelles next year and I am now waiting for her reply, but it is almost a given and as soon as I can, I will write to you with the dates. I estimate it will be early October and we will take both units. Can’t wait to get back …….. Best regards to you and hope that all is well with you.
October 2010
Stella Maidland (Johannesburg)
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Thank you for an amazing accommodation ! What a place ! We couldn't ask for more. The place itself is very beautiful, wonderful views, very relaxing, sweet family, cute little dog, very good tips. Thanks again ! Hope to see you in Israel one day.
June 2010
Shlomie (Israel)
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What a wonderful place you have here. The universe blessed us with the opportunity to stay. THANK YOU
March 2010
Ron & Nadia (Australia)
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What a lovely amazing time we had. Lovely seaviews. First for us to swim in the Ocean. We will definitly be back. Thank you again.
February 2010
Ashraf & Zia (Johannesburg)
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Thank you for a lovely stay. Peaceful, quiet and a lovely view of the sea, enjoyed every minute of it
October 2009
Harry and Theano (Johannesburg)
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Our third year here, and each time it gets better and better - without doubt our hosts, Filip & Priscilla, have the winning formula for making our time here so enjoyable here each year. Thank you for everything of a home away from home Hope to see you in 2010. John, Geraldine Aherne Dublin Ireland. March '09
March 2009
Geraldine (Ireland)
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Hartelijk dank voor het warm onthaal. We zijn onder de indruk van het mooie appartement met prachtich uitzicht. Durban is een prachtige stad met vele verschillende mogelijkheden. We hebben ervan genoten en kijken uit naar ons volgend verblijf. De start van onze huwelijksreis kon niet beter zijn. Nogmaals bedankt voor Uw gastvrijheid.
January 2009
Micheline Moerman (Belgium)
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We are very happy to say THANK YOU to Seashelles family to such a great and friendly accommodation that we had. Thanks again.We will never forget you. We hope to see you in Italy soon. Noi siamo molto felici E vi ringraziamo molto per la vostra amichevole ospitalita' che abbiamo avuto.Cratie ancora, noi non vi dimenticheremo mai. Arrivederci a presto in Italia.Ciao, Grazia
October 2008
Danellie and Emanuella (Italy)
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