Is this Happy Jackal pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Happy Jackal?

Check-in time for Happy Jackal starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Happy Jackal have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Happy Jackal has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Happy Jackal?

Best-rates for the Happy Jackal starts from $97 per night with includes Oceanfront, Laundry, Private Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Accessibility, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, Parking, Internet, Entertainment, Breakfast, View, Restaurant, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Happy Jackal a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Happy Jackal wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Happy Jackal has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Happy Jackal?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Happy Jackal indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Happy Jackal?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Happy Jackal | House in Colchester

| 8.8 (216 Reviews) | 11 Bedrooms 9 Bathrooms 25 Guests

11 Bedroom House in Colchester

Happy Jackal is conveniently located 1.2 mi from the South Gate to Addo National Park. The main lodge home offers 3 standard ground floor and 2 luxury 1st floor room with patios and decks, with a view of our Sundays River. These rooms include a scrumptious breakfast with fruit, yogurt, juice, a hot meal and daily home baked bread and jams from our trees. We have 6 self-catering units 1 up to 7 people. Breakfast may be ordered in advance at an additional fee. The guest house offers a range of facilities, including solar heated outdoor pool and free parking, free wi-fi, small bar fridges and google android tv’s. Laundry facilities (Wash and dry only) and safety deposit boxes are also offered. Activities such as FULL day game drives on our own open game viewing vehicle with our lovely Nature Site Guide, sand boarding, sunset river boat cruises (especially the sunset cruise), can be arranged in advance at an additional fee. We also have our own jetty where you can moor your own boat or fish from (you however MUST bring along your own licenses), or just sit at our bird hide and look at the various bird species. You might even be lucky to spot the otter. Light lunches, Picnic platters or dinner is also to be booked in advance, at an additional fee, as it is on request certain days only. The Happy Jackal is 25 mi from Port Elizabeth, 2 minutes from the south gate of Addo and a 5 minute drive from the main N2 route.. Happy Jackal is a beautiful establishment, where you would return to, once you have visited. Management and staff will look after you that you would not want to leave. We have plenty return guests who became part of the Happy Jackal family.

Happy Jackal is located in Colchester.

This 11 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Restaurant, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 216 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . Coming to Colchester and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 11 Bedrooms House if you want to learn more about this place in Colchester. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Happy Jackal in Colchester is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Happy Jackal”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this House, please let us know.

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Private Beach

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Oceanfront

Accessibility

Transportation/Shuttle

Security/Safety

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Special diet meals (on request)

Parking

Parking

Private Parking

Parking garage

Parking on site

Accessible parking

Free parking

Activities

Private beach area

Game drives

Canoeing

Beach

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Heating

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Designated smoking area

Family rooms

Safe

Smoke-free property

Guest Services

Packed lunches

Shared lounge/TV area

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Airport shuttle

Concierge

Daily housekeeping

Shuttle service (additional charge)

Shuttle service

Laundry

Invoice provided

Internet

Free Wifi

Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor pool

Outdoor furniture

Picnic area

BBQ facilities

Garden

Outdoor fireplace

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Security/Safety

CCTV outside property

Security alarm

Key access

Fire extinguishers

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Process in place to check health of guests

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Access to healthcare professionals

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

First aid kits available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Cashless payment available

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Spa

Saltwater pool

Shallow end

Beach chairs/Loungers

Swimming pool

Heated pool

Beach umbrellas

Transportation/Shuttle

Airport drop-off

Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Reviews

Value for money:

8.92

Location:

9.4

Staff:

9.59

Facilities:

8.59

Comfort:

8.93

Cleanliness:

8.81

Peter

Nov 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Review Score: 5

USA

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Very close to the south entrance of Addo. Felt safe and comfortable. Nice braai area by the pool. Good breakfast.

Negative: Booked activities weeks in advance via WhatsApp chat with the owner, found they were cancelled or not booked because of some stories about having to fire the office manager etc. Made some accommodations as the last minute but quite unprofessional. Very embarrassing while bringing a group from overseas. Cottage we booked said 3 bedroom but it’s actually 2 bedroom with beds in a living room upstairs. Quite awkward for a mixed group of singles and couples.

Summary: Great place for a stopover for Addo if doing your own game driving.

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Standard Double or Twin Room Room Type: Twin/Double Room Size: 25 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Electric blankets, Fan, Safe, Trash cans Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Electric kettle Living Area Sitting area Outdoors Patio, Outdoor furniture View Garden view, River view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow Exclusive services Concierge services
Luxury Double Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 35 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom General Key access, Electric blankets, Fan, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Outdoors Patio, Balcony, Outdoor furniture Kitchen Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Electric kettle Living Area Sitting area Bedroom Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, Landmark view, View, River view Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow Exclusive services Concierge services
Cottage (2 Adults and 2 Children) Room Type: Family Room Size: 75 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom General Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Fan, Safe, Trash cans, Private entrance Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Kitchen Toaster, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Stovetop Living Area Dining area, Sitting area Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Patio, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, Inner courtyard view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow Exclusive services Concierge services
Comfort Triple Room Room Type: Triple Room Size: 35 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom General Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Fan, Safe, Trash cans, Private entrance Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Kitchen Toaster, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop Living Area Dining area, Sitting area Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, Inner courtyard view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow Exclusive services Concierge services
Three-Bedroom House Room Type: Vacation Home Room Size: 130 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Guest bathroom, Private bathroom General Heating, Air conditioning, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans, Private entrance Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Outdoors Outdoor furniture, Patio, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Balcony Kitchen Toaster, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, High chair, Kitchenware, Stovetop Living Area Dining area, Sitting area View Garden view, Pool view, View, Mountain view, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower Pool and Spa Pool with a view, Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow Exclusive services Concierge services
Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 75 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Kitchen Toaster, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop Living Area Dining area, Sitting area Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Patio, Barbecue, Outdoor furniture General Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans, Private entrance Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, Inner courtyard view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow
Studio Room Type: Studio Room Size: 30 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV Kitchen Toaster, Microwave, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop Living Area Sitting area Outdoors Patio, Barbecue General Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans, Private entrance Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, Inner courtyard view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow
Deluxe Suite Room Type: Suite Room Size: 42 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Private bathroom Media & Technology Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV, TV General Air conditioning, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans, Private entrance Kitchen Toaster, Microwave, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Patio, Balcony, Outdoor furniture Living Area Sitting area Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Pool and Spa Pool towels Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow