Casa Playa No.5, Self Catering Accommodation, Umhlanga Rocks, KZN

21/06/2024

You can now check availability and book directly from Facebook! Click the "Contact Us" button or use this link anytime https://book.nightsbridge.com/36759?nbid=337

11/10/2023

Although its hard to believe when encountering Skabenga the cat's natural star power presence, many moons ago he was not the celebrity cat he is today

29/09/2023

24/11/2022

Did you know the uMhlanga lighthouse was completed in 1954 and it's construction was completed in just four days and 19 hours.

23/08/2022

About this morning...

I couldn't sleep again last night, so this morning I took a peep outside to see what the sky was looking like. I could see moon hanging delicately above the ocean.

Normally when the sky is clear, there is this incredible red glow which happens around 40 minutes before the sun rises. I thought it a perfect opportunity to capture the waning gibbous moon, the blue of the Pier and the buildings of Umhlanga, as well as the red glow of the approaching sun.

The air had a slight chill to it. The salty ocean seemed calm as it went about its business. Slowly the red started spilling into the clear skies. The moon glowing proudly, and a few stars poking through the early morning sky. The colours of the night sky, the pier and buildings, and the red glow mixed like a massive water colour painting across the sky and ocean. It was spectacular. It only lasted a few moments, as the glow of the sun overpowered the dark of the night. But, for that brief moment, the night and the day enjoyed a beautiful dance together under the moon...

I took a few photos but I thought I'd share this one so long. I hope you like it.

South African skies are spectacular. Keep looking for the beauty. It's there...

I'm Proudly South African.

If you like my work and would like to support me, it would be great if you "bought me a coffee" : http://buymeacoff.ee/ChristoSmith

This is available as a limited edition print. Inbox me for details if you're interested.

SA-People - for South Africans in South Africa and expats

19/08/2022

Spectacular

09/08/2022

Have a beautiful womens day

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02/08/2022

Glorious!! Our beautiful home

01/07/2022

uMhlanga main beach open from today! 🙌

Having received the latest water quality results, eThekwini Municipality has taken a decision to open some of its beaches today.

This comes after recent water tests indicated that E-Coli levels were within acceptable standards. The public can now enjoy bathing and other sporting activities in these beaches.

The following beaches are open in uMhlanga: uMhlanga Rocks and Bronze Beach

uMhlanga Rocks Lighthouse beach remains closed for swimming but are open for religious and spiritual rituals, walking dogs and fishing purposes.

The City will continue to monitor the rest of the beaches and inform the public once levels of E-Coli have decreased to standards that are safe for the public to enjoy it.

16/06/2022

Have a wonderful Youth day everyone.

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04/06/2022

Just a regular winter sunrise 🌅

02/06/2022

Umhlanga Promenade this scenic, paved promenade stretches from Durban View Park in the south to Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve in the north. Also passes by the famous and the landmark .

31/05/2022

These five snorkeling showcase KZN coastline's stunning marine life. Don your wetsuit and goggles and find out what the coast has to offer.

15/04/2022

Happy Easter and Passover one and all. Have a restful and safe weekend!

14/04/2022

12/04/2022

Stay safe.🏝🌧⚡️🌊

Reposted from Together we will get through this KZN. Stay safe 🖤

25/03/2022

Every day is a summers day! ☀️ 🏖

The beautiful weather this week had lots of people out and about enjoying the beautiful umhlanga beaches!

17/03/2022

A beautiful spot right on our doorstep!

We have some great news to share with you! The Chefs Table will be part of the XXL Edition! During the Restaurant Week XXL (1 April - 1 May) they will serve a delicious 2-course lunch and 3-course dinner. Make a note in your calendar, bookings open the 25th of March!

03/03/2022

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Today, 3 March marks . There are approximately over 22 000 endangered species on the IUCN Red List. We should all be doing our bit to support the conservation of vulnerable animals and plants.

17/02/2022

We gain another awesome talent!! So excited! 💪🏽 Etzebeth power!!

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14/02/2022

🏖💘 Happy Valentines Day 💘🏖

10/02/2022

Exciting!!! Our fav spot,give it a vist

We’re excited to launch a new culinary experience at The Chefs’ Table. Join us for our first Social Sunday lunch in the series, Bubbles & Bites, on Sunday 27 February. Enjoy a small plates lunch menu, carefully curated by Executive Chef Matt, his Executive Sous Chef Ciara and Junior Sous Chef Asthira. The lunch will be made up of 10 tapas-style sharing plates, for R475 per person, excluding any drinks and gratuity.

Upgrade your Social Sunday experience and enjoy an outstanding range of expertly crafted Graham Beck bubbles, selected by our Beverage Director George Dzubinsky, for an additional R100 per person.

Bookings are essential. Taking bookings from 11:30am.
Please phone 031 001 0200 or email [email protected] to reserve your table.


Eat Out Gourmet Guide

04/02/2022

Beautiful work,beautiful words!! Support this talented man

I was very blessed growing up as I have an incredible mother, but also two amazing and loving dads; my late biological father and my step dad. All of them had such a significant and wonderful impact on my life, and I learnt so much from them and still do.

This afternoon I went for a slow jog along the promenade in Umhlanga Rocks. The ocean was dark, and seemed to be in a bad mood. I decided to go and take a long exposure photo...

My father used to say that "Time heals everything." My step dad says that "Life is not a spectator sport." My mom always says that "Everything always works out in the end."
Sometimes things in life take time, but I figure that you need to still be proactive, regardless of how long it takes.
Somehow, it always just kinda works out...

I took a long exposure to show that with time, and purpose, the ocean appears smooth and calm, despite the choppy waves. Things sometimes take time, and we need to be patient, but proactive...

I hope that you like the photo.

South Africa constantly reminds me of lessons learnt, and teaches me through its incredible beauty. Keep looking for beauty, and you'll find it...

I am Proudly South African.

If you like my work and would like to support me, it would be great if you "bought me a coffee" : http://buymeacoff.ee/ChristoSmith

SA-People - for South Africans in South Africa and expats

01/02/2022

Spectacular!! 🤩👌🏻☀️

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