After an 8-hour drive from Kimberley, I arrived at a place which has been a second home for me for some 10 years, the Conifer Beach House in Port Elizabeth.
The Conifer is a place to which I have returned many times during my annual escape from the European winters, usually staying between two and six weeks.
The Conifer is located two blocks back from the main beach area in Humewood and Summerstrand, meaning it is quiet whilst retaining the convenience of proximity.
Over the years, I have stayed in several different rooms at the Conifer, all of which have been extremely comfortable and are well furnished with everything I have needed.
In my view, the best of the rooms is #3, which is equipped with a king size bed, kitchen and a full bathroom with bath tub. The room can also be connected with an adjacent room to form a family suite, but as a single guest, I have never taken this option.
The room also opens onto a shaded and private terrace, which is the perfect place for some afternoon refreshments.
On other occasions, I have taken one of the standard double or queen rooms, which are also comfortable and well appointed.
The Conifer always offers a full breakfast, with a variety of options freshly cooked to order.
The Conifer also offers access to a small pool, which is very inviting on a warm summer day.
Photograph courtesy of Expedia.
Free parking and a very reasonably priced and efficient laundry service are also offered.
With prices starting from 1,050ZAR ($61 or £46) per night, the Conifer provides an excellent level of comfort and superb value for money.
It is many years since I have bothered to look any further for accommodation during my regular visits to the Eastern Cape.
