Port Shepstone Lighthouse
Port Shepstone Lighthouse
The Port Shepstone lighthouse is located about 500m south of the Umzimkulu River mouth on the Natal South Coast, and was developed out of a signal station, which was used when Port Shepstone was still an operational harbour. 1906 saw the signal station being replaced with the current cast iron lighthouse. The
iron lighthouse was cast in Britain and shipped to Natal in the 1890's. The structure was transported from Scottburgh, further up the Natal coast, where it previously stood warning ships of the southern end of the Aliwal Shoal.
The eight meter circular lighthouse is painted in black and white cheques, and has become a familiar landmark to people visiting Port Shepstone over the years. The beam shines across a distance of twenty six miles out to sea, and 1 130 000
CD light power. The coastline extending southwards between Port Shepstone and
Cape Hermes at Port St Johns is particularly dangerous, and is well known for
its shipwrecks.
The most well known of these wrecks are perhaps the Sao Joao and the Grosvenor.
The Sao Joao was the first cargo ship to be wrecked along South Africa's
coastline, carrying pepper, Chinese porcelain, cowry shells, cornelian beads and
other merchandise. The ship, with around 600 people on board, ran aground off
what is now known as Port Edward, near the Kuboboyi River. One hundred died
attempting to get ashore, the rest made a temporary camp, near 'Tragedy Hill'
(since named for a massacre in 1831 of the local Nguni clan by a Zulu war band).
The Grosvenor sank beneath the waves off the Pondoland shore with her hoard
which legend insists included jewels, gold and silver bars and some say the
fabulous Peacock Throne of the Moguls, believed to be worth well over 6 Million
Pounds.
Razor sharp rocks, strong currents, pounding surf and inaccessibility to this
wreck has put paid to recovering any treasures that might lie beneath the murky
waters.
Accommodation Near Port Shepstone Lighthouse
Tweni on Sea
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Umtentweni
2.7km from Port Shepstone LighthouseWelcome to our cottage. We know you will love your stay. You only have to walk out the front gate and you are on the most beautiful beach. You can chill on the beach or relax on the veranda surrounded by a tranquil garden. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
23 Ambleside
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Umtentweni
2.9km from Port Shepstone Lighthouse23 Ambleside is more than a holiday accommodation that offers a self-catering unit or bed and optional breakfast lodging. It offers a range of health retreat options, and is situated in Umtentweni, Port Shepstone. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Ambleside
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Umtentweni
2.9km from Port Shepstone LighthouseAmbleside offers guests tranquility outside of the tourist areas but close to all amenities. Set in safe and secure surroundings with ample parking the accommodation consists of two apartments and a three story house each of which have their own entrance. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Umthunzi Hotel & Conference
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Umtentweni
3.5km from Port Shepstone LighthouseUmthunzi Hotel & Conference is an award winning, uniquely, affordable luxury venue that welcomes Leisure guests, Business delegates, Events and Wedding parties and Restaurant diners. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Lombok Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Sea Park
4.6km from Port Shepstone LighthouseLombok Lodge is a purpose built guest house, designed with the discerning business travekke or tourist in mind - providing luxury, comfort, and spacious accommodation in a stylish Indonesian setting. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Oslo-On-C
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Oslo Beach
4.8km from Port Shepstone LighthouseOslo On C is a five bedroom family cottage on the beach front with amazing sea views and with very relaxed, beach atmosphere. The cottage sleeps 11 people comfortably. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Oslo Beach House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Oslo Beach
5.1km from Port Shepstone LighthouseYou are sure to fall in love with this lovely beach front house. Stack doors open up to provide an airy indoor/outdoor space ideal for you to laze the days away reading a book in the shade or relax by the pool and enjoy sun downers at the pool bar. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
At Three Palms Beach House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Sea Park
5.7km from Port Shepstone LighthouseThree Palms Beach House is a lovely destination with easy access to the beach and a private swimming pool with walls surrounding the property and with 24/7 armed security. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Big Bay Beach House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Sea Park
5.8km from Port Shepstone LighthouseBig Bay Beach House is a newly renovated house directly on the Sea Park beach. This large and comfortable home offers a great get away for friends or the whole family. Big Bay is one of the limited properties on the beach side of the railway line, …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
At South Seas Beach House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Sea Park
5.8km from Port Shepstone LighthouseLocated right on the beach with beautiful seaview. No road or railway line to cross. Access to beach from the garden gate. Sleep to the sound of the sea. There are five bedrooms, 3 rooms have queen size beds, 4th bedroom has 2 single, the fifth ... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
