Visitors to the Eastern Cape looking for nature at its best come to the impressive Cove Rock Country Estate, which offers buck, peacocks and guinea fowl that freely roam the grounds, as well as access to one of East London's finest beaches, where the sand is white, and swimming is safe in a cove with plenty of gulley for snorkelling.

Set in the heart of a 700 hectare Eastern Cape conservancy on the west coast, Cove Rock Country Estate is just 7km from East London Airport, and 20 minutes drive from the East London City Centre.
Accommodation in Cove Rock Country Estate is superlative, and offers a 'little piece of heaven' with truly magnificent 180 degree views of the East London beach and coastal forest.
On-site is the Cove Rock Country Estate Clubhouse, which has a 9 hole mashie golf course, pool, tennis court, volleyball court and pub. For the serious golfer, take a 12 minute drive from Cove Rock accommodation to nearby Sunny Ridge, East London, and spend the day at the historic 60 year old Alexander Golf Club, which sports breathtaking views across the Eastern Cape Indian Ocean.

Things to do near Cove Rock Country Estate:

Famed in Xhosa tradition as harbouring a sea dragon, Cove Rock Bluff is a huge sandstone rock which appears to 'float' at the end of a long sandy beach. Rising to 15 metres above sea level, Cover Rock offers magnificent views of the ocean surrounds, and is an excellent place to observe whales as they cruise up and down the Eastern Cape coast.
Go north for 14km from Cove Rock accommodation, and take the kids to the East London Queens Park Zoo, which houses about 50 mammal species, including chimpanzees and white lions.

If you're inthe mood for shopping, visit the East London Lock Street Jail Shopping Centre. This Eastern Cape shopping centre with a fascinating past sits on the site of South Africa’s first women’s jail. Built in 1880, it has been converted into a shopping centre where some of the cells can still be seen. (14km from Cove Rock Country Estate accommodation)
Treat your tastebuds at Chocolate Warehouse World of Chocolate, which guarantees visitors a 'mouth watering' experience! (Situated in East London's Park Street -15.5km from Cove Rock accommodation)
An opportunity not to be missed is a trip to the East London Museum (15km from Cove Rock accommodation). Home to the only dodo egg in existence, the East London Museum showcases a fascinating array of exhibits that bring to life the natural and cultural history of the East London area.
History buffs will appreciate Gately House, which was built in 1876 and proclaimed a National Monument in 1973, Gately House is an excellent example of a modest Victorian home, and is one of the only house museums in South Africa which still contains the original furniture. (15km from Cove Rock Country Estate accommodation)

Towns near Cove Rock Country Estate:

Cove Rock - This Eastern Cape paradise is situated along a kilometre of sun drenched East London beaches with rock fishing on its doorstep. (5km from Cove Rock accommodation)

Winterstrand - The ideal Eastern Cape destination for a weekend away, especially for fisherman, who will enjoy fishing off the beach in front of the Eastern Cape Igoda River, known for the abundance of White Steenbass, Bluefish and Cod. (13km from Cove Rock Self Catering / B&B accommodation)

Quigney Beach - One of the oldest and most historic suburbs of East London, Quigney Beach is a truly unspoilt but modern Eastern Cape paradise, with an appealing 'laid back' atmosphere. (15.8km from Cove Rock Country Estate accommodation)

East London - A holiday destination for the whole family, on some of the best Eastern Cape beaches - reportedly some of the finest in the world, where the East London holiday maker can enjoy a variety of water sports. (17km from Cove Rock Guest House accommodation)

Kidds Beach - A beautiful, little coastal village with white, sandy beaches and wonderful waves that provide the perfect backdrop for surfing, snorkelling, sunbathing, boogie boarding and surf fishing. (19.9km from Cove Rock Country Estate accommodation)

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