Thornleys Guest House

Thornleys is an upmarket guest house, situated in the historical town of Eshowe, in the heart of Zululand.

At 500 metres above sea-level and 25 kilometres from the Indian Ocean, Eshowe has arguably the best weather in Zululand.

Eshowe is the perfect base camp from which to travel and experience the real Zululand.

Play golf at Eshowe Hills golf estate, go birding on the internationally renowned Zululand Birding Route or visit one of Zululand`s many attractions.

Thornleys Guest House has 5 en-suite bedrooms and offers comfortable and affordable accommodation.

A recent addition to Thornleys is the "Traveller`s Room", en-suite and with 4 single beds.

This room is more affordable than the others and is aimed at the budget oriented traveller or backpacker.

A wonderful collection of antiques which make for a very definite Zululand colonial feel.

The private dining room offers both continental and full English breakfasts. Lunch and dinner can also be arranged on request.

Relax near the pool, or read a book on one of the verandas.

A home away from home, relaxation Zululand Style!

Thornleys has free wireless internet and dstv.

A homely environment is what we strive for and Guests are encouraged to make full use of the house facilities.

A central feature of Thornleys, is the house pub. Complete with a fireplace, braai and a big screen TV.

It makes for a very pleasant atmosphere to view cricket or rugby on a lazy Saturday afternoon.

The garden is lush and stretches into the magnificent Dlinza forest which makes for great birding, right on your doorstep.

A recent addition to Thornleys is the birding deck, 4 metres high and overlooking the Dlinza forest.

With coffee in hand, a wonderful way to go birding in early morning.



And perfect for sundowners in the evening!

Only an hour and quarter`s drive to the North of King Shaka International airport in Durban. Thornleys is an ideal week-end getaway destination for the city dweller who wants some genuine country serenity