Yellowwood Forest Accommodation
About
Accommodation
Rustic self-catering units including hand-built Cob Cottage (sleeps 4, 2 double rooms), riverside Isundu Tent Camp (sleeps 2), Coral Tree Cabin (sleeps 3), and Riverside Group Cabin dormitory-style (sleeps 12). Also offers camping (Small, Medium, Deluxe sites) and backpacker dorms. Unconventional architecture features rock, thatch, and mud walls.
Facilities
On-site facilities: Tea Garden, Pizzeria, Bar, Gift Shop. Playground with tree house, slides, swings, suspension bridge, and trampoline. Ablutions with hot water showers, bath, and flushing toilets. Communal braai area. Free WiFi for overnight guests. Laundry and housekeeping available on request.
Location & Surroundings
On the Wild Coast, 1.5 km from Morgan Bay beach. Located 25-30 minutes from East London via the N2, or 31 km past the Kei Bridge from Mthatha. Activities within 5 km include swimming, rock climbing, horse riding, golf, and hiking. Forest trails, river swims, and lagoon kayaking on-site.
House Rules
Rooms
Cob Cottage
Rustic hand-built mud house sleeping 4 guests across 2 double rooms. Features a honeymoon suite upstairs accessed via steep staircase with private viewing deck, downstairs bathroom with hot water show
Isundu Tent Camp
Riverside accommodation set on wooden decks under thatch roofs, overlooking the flowing river. Sleeps 2 guests. Bedding provided; bring own towels. In-season rate (16 Dec – 4 Jan): R650/day.
Coral Tree Cabin
Private cabin with covered veranda sleeping 3 guests. Features a separate kitchen area with fridge, microwave, and gas stove, outside patio, and braai pit. Bedding included; bring own towels. In-seaso
Riverside Group Cabin
Dormitory-style self-catering cabin sleeping up to 12 guests. Features 8 single bunk beds, 1 double loft bed, and 1 double bed. Available for group or family hire as a single unit; individual bed book
Log Cabin
Cabin for 2 guests set amidst lush lawn and tall trees with double bed. Self-catering setup includes bar fridge, electric kettle, and 2-plate stove. Shared campsite ablutions approximately 50m away. O
The Loft
Double loft room sleeping 2 guests, located above the gift shop. Features electricity and plug points (not for hairdryers or kettles), steep staircase requiring agility, and deck access for bird watch
Glamper Van
Rustic self-catering caravan sleeping 2 guests with double bed and linen. Features enclosed veranda, two-plate gas stove, bar fridge, kettle, sink, outside braai, and private bathroom with flushing to
Backpacker Dorms
Backpacker dormitory accommodation. Specific bed configuration, unit count, and pricing not provided.
Tent Camping Site (Non-Electrical)
Non-electrical tent camping sites (T1–T11) accommodating a maximum of 2 people per site with one tent and one vehicle. Grassy, well-shaded sites protected from coastal winds. Access to shared ablution
Off-Road/Caravan Camping Site (Non-Electrical)
Non-electrical camping site suitable for off-road trailers, caravans, and tents. Accommodates maximum 6 persons plus 1 vehicle per site. Access to shared ablution block. In-season rate (16 Dec – 4 Jan
Electrical Camper Site
Electrical camping site suitable for off-road trailers and caravans, accommodating maximum 6 persons plus 1 vehicle. Electricity limited to lights, charging devices, and small fridges; no heating appl
Deluxe Electrical Camping Site
Spacious deluxe electrical camping sites accommodating up to 6 persons plus 1 vehicle. Suitable for families with individual tents or caravans with full extensions. Electricity limited to lights, char
Location
Address
Morgan Bay, Eastern Cape
Contact
Directions
Approximately 25–30 minutes from East London via the N2 toward Mthatha, or 31 km past the Kei Bridge from Mthatha, near Morgan Bay.
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