18-Bedroom Beachfront Guest Lodge or Boutique Hotel Opportunity in Glenashley

18-Bedroom Beachfront Guest Lodge or Boutique Hotel Opportunity in Glenashley

An exceptional opportunity for an investor or hospitality operator to acquire a substantial 18-bedroom beachfront property in sought-after Glenashley, Durban North.

Positioned directly along the coastline with uninterrupted ocean views and access to the beach, this impressive 990 m2 property offers outstanding potential for conversion into an upmarket guest lodge, boutique hotel, wellness retreat or exclusive group accommodation venue, subject to the necessary zoning, licensing and municipal approvals.

The property already incorporates many of the facilities required for a hospitality operation, including a welcoming entrance lobby, reception area, administrative office, caretaker’s room with a bathroom and practical storage facilities.

Accommodation comprises 18 generously sized bedrooms, each featuring built-in cupboards and an en-suite bathroom. A number of the rooms have sliding doors opening towards the beach or onto ocean-facing wooden decks, creating an attractive coastal experience for future guests.

The extensive communal areas include three spacious living and entertainment areas. The main dining lounge is positioned alongside the kitchen and opens through large glass sliding doors onto an expansive wooden deck.

The ocean-facing deck features a sparkling swimming pool and enjoys spectacular views across the coastline, providing an ideal setting for guest breakfasts, outdoor dining, functions and relaxation.

The spacious kitchen offers:

* Ample built-in cupboards and preparation surfaces

* Gas stove

* Space for additional appliances

* Separate storage room for kitchenware and linen

* Convenient access to the main dining area

Two additional lounges, including a combined TV and dining lounge on the upper level, provide further communal areas for guests.

Additional property features include:

* 18 bedrooms with 18 en-suite bathrooms

* Separate guest toilet

* Additional bathrooms

* Reception and lobby area

* Administrative office

* Caretaker’s accommodation with a bathroom

* Staff accommodation

* Linen and equipment storage

* Ocean-facing wooden decks

* Swimming pool

* Garages and additional onsite parking

* Direct beachfront position

* Panoramic ocean views

Property information:

* Floor area: Approximately 990 m2

* Erf size: Approximately 1,012 m2

* Rates and taxes: Approximately R4,700 per month

* Asking price: Approximately R15,900,000

* Price per floor area: Approximately R16,061/m2

This is a rare opportunity to establish a distinctive coastal hospitality destination in one of Durban North’s most desirable beachfront suburbs.

The property’s scale, 18 en-suite bedrooms, reception facilities, communal areas and magnificent ocean-facing position make it particularly attractive to guest lodge, boutique hotel and hospitality investors.

All intended commercial uses remain subject to confirmation of the existing zoning, approved building plans and the necessary operating consents.