Farm styled accommodation at its finest
Welcome to Shabanga Guest Farm, a charming family-run retreat in Cove Ridge, just outside East London on South Africa’s Wild Coast.
Enjoy a peaceful blend of bushveld tranquility and stunning sea views in our beautifully appointed self-catering cottages, each offering private entrances, free WiFi, and panoramic vistas—perfect for holidays or business stays.
Relax by the pool, enjoy à la carte meals at our onsite restaurant, practice at the driving range, or visit nearby Winterstrand beach. With abundant wildlife, 24-hour security, and convenient location—just minutes from East London Airport, the IDZ, and major attractions—your getaway is effortless.
Guests love it: “Just beautiful!” and “A must-visit!” Book your stay today and recharge in nature’s embrace.
Shabanga Guest Farm Accommodation
Discover comfortable, beautifully furnished self-catering cottages and units at Shabanga Guest Farm, each with private entrances, free WiFi, en-suite bathrooms, and stunning panoramic views of the sea and bushveld.
Our varied options include cozy double rooms, family suites with queen beds and sleeper couches, and spacious setups—perfect for couples, families, or business travelers seeking a relaxing countryside escape.
All accommodations offer modern comforts like air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and bar fridges, ensuring a welcoming and effortless stay.
Unwind in nature’s tranquility—book your cozy retreat today!
5 Minutes from the IDZ, Airport and Sea!
Gather the family and join us at Shabanga Guest Farm’s cozy onsite restaurant for our legendary Sunday lunches.
Have you booked for Sunday Lunch?
Indulge in hearty, farm-style roasts, fresh vegetables, and delicious desserts served buffet-style, all prepared with love and local flair. Warm up by the crackling fireplace or enjoy the relaxed vibe on the deck overlooking the dam.
At Shabanga Guest Farm, our delightful touch farm is a highlight for little ones, where they can get up close and personal with friendly, lovable animals.
Bring the kids!
Our pet-friendly farm animals create joyful memories for the whole family, and the excitement doesn’t stop there—hop aboard our popular train rides for a scenic adventure around the farm, or celebrate special occasions at our dedicated party venue.
Wake to sightings of shy blue duiker and elegant bushbuck moving quietly through the bushveld right around the guest house.
Experience the wildlife!
Vibrant birdlife abounds, with the highlight being the striking Knysna loerie—its emerald-green feathers and vivid crimson wings flashing as its call rings through the trees. A peaceful, authentic slice of indigenous wildlife awaits you here.
Let us host your next function!
Looking for the perfect venue that combines rustic charm, stunning natural surroundings, and exceptional flexibility? Shabanga Guest Farm is your ideal choice for corporate events, private celebrations, team-building days, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion.
EXCELLENT Based on 80 reviews Posted on Natascha S16 January 2024Verified Love Shabanga!! Shabanga is a welcoming, friendly, relaxing place to be. We had a great time there!! And that's why we keep going back!! Delicious food, friendly staff, best slush puppies ever!! Beautiful Succulents, Petting Farm with the cuttest Chameleons and so much more. Peaceful and fun!! Always have lots of laughs and a great time!!Posted on Antony G11 December 2022Verified A great escape The perfect setting , the guest accommodation was very well set up with everything you need for a great stay, the beds are superb with really nice fresh linen ,and a small but inclusive kitchen for those meal time preparations, plenty to do and see around the farm ,all set in a really nice area with friendly attentive staffPosted on Lana P26 November 2020Verified Lekker visit Thank you Pieter and Pieter Jnr and staff for your friendliness and hospitality. The food was as usual fantastic. Always so relaxing to visit you guys! So much to do and see! The nature is something special and you should always protect it like you do now. Keep up the good work!Posted on 709danier3 July 2019Verified wow, wow, wow this is an amazing place. the room is clean and the decor beautiful. The host and staff are excellent and the food is really good. we had a dinner and breakfast that cannot be beaten easily. one of the best guest farms I have ever visitedPosted on Marc31 January 2019Verified Just beautiful! 😍 Such a beautiful place to be! A very lovely and quiet area. The children playground and the animal farm makes it just better as it already is. The rooms are clean and in a African style built up, very nice. The employees are super kindly and helpful. The breakfast and the food is totally tasty as well the drinks 😏 The owner Peter is such a nice friendly guys, he will love to BBQ with you!!!Posted on Lucas Albano31 January 2019Verified Amazing place Peter is the best host I’ve ever seen. The rooms are clean. The breakfast is amazing and has flexible schedule. You can find very good food and drinks at the restaurant. The workers are very friendly. It’s a quiet place to relax. I really enjoyed.Posted on Ashton31 January 2019Verified Best Experience ever My stay was fantastic and fun filled. Never been to a guest house with a better host. So much fun every night, felt like home. Definitely recommend the guest house for anyone looking for a fantastic stay.Posted on dennis86919 September 2018Verified Best stay ever!!!!!!!!! I was fortunate enough to stay at Shabanga for 3 weeks on a business trip , It was by far the most pleasant stay i had in a very long time , Pieter the owner and his staff really made it extra special, i even got a lesson in making real good Biltong , the accommodation is the best and the service excellent, The food is very good especially the Sunday lunch and the restaurant with its fire place the best, The pricing is very reasonable and i will recommend Shabanga to anyone, Pieter and staff , Thank you and keep it up!!!!!! Dennis Lewis.Posted on Annelie J14 August 2018Verified awesome place. A home away from home Friendliest people, excellent service, food to die for. The rooms are clean, spacious and fully equipped. Lots of animals and big play park for the kids. Tranquil atmosphere. owners and staff are very accommodatingPosted on driaanvz13 August 2018Verified Fokken lekker plek I always stay at Shabanga Guest Farm when I'm on business in East London and won't stay anywhere else. The hospitality is above and beyond expectations. The meals are always delicious. Thank you Pieter and staff for always making my stay enjoyable. And windpomp (the dog) is there best.


