Margate Sands

The resort and its setting

Margate Sands is an apartment-style timeshare resort directly opposite Margate Beach, with Google reviewers (4.3 out of 5, from close to 1,800 ratings) consistently pointing to its relaxed, easy-going character. On site there's an outdoor pool, a mini-golf course and a spa — enough to fill a lazy afternoon without needing to leave the property. It's an independent resort, meaning it's run on its own terms rather than as part of a large hotel chain, with apartments laid out for self-catering family stays rather than hotel-style rooms.

Margate and the South Coast

Margate itself is a long-standing seaside town on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast, the kind of place South African families have been returning to for generations. The beach is right across the road from the resort, and the town centre — with its shops, restaurants and markets — is an easy walk away, about a kilometre from the resort. For days when you want a change of scene, Uvongo Beach is roughly 8km up the coast, known for its lagoon, waterfall and nature reserve, while Ramsgate Beach, about 6km away, offers a quieter stretch of sand. Further inland, Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve (around 25km) is well worth visiting for its hiking trails and dramatic gorge views if you want a day away from the water. The South Coast enjoys good weather for most of the year, with December to February the warmest and busiest stretch, and the winter months offering a quieter, milder alternative.

Selling or renting a week here

If you own a week at Margate Sands and are ready to move on, you can list it for resale directly on BidMyTimeshare.com: you set your own asking price, pay a one-time listing fee, and we don't take any commission on the sale. Buyers contact you through the platform, so you stay in control of negotiations and the final price.

Because Margate Sands is an independent resort, resale transfers are handled through the resort's own owners' association or management office rather than a branded resale programme. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, it's worth contacting Margate Sands directly to confirm the current transfer fee, whether the association holds a right of first refusal on resales, how long a transfer typically takes to process, and the current annual maintenance fee — these details can vary and aren't published figures we're able to quote here. A resale buyer should expect to receive the ownership interest in the week itself, subject to the resort's transfer process; anything beyond that, such as accrued points, credits or club benefits tied to the original owner, should be clarified with the resort before the sale goes through.

If you'd rather not sell outright, renting out your week is a straightforward alternative — listing it on BidMyTimeshare.com lets you reach renters looking for a self-catering beach stay in Margate without the commitment of a sale, while you keep ownership and the option to use or sell the week later.

What renters and buyers tend to look for

People searching for a week at Margate Sands are usually after a simple beach holiday: a self-catering apartment close to the sand, a pool for the kids, and a town centre within walking distance for meals and groceries. The mini-golf and spa are useful extras rather than the main draw. Buyers should ask sellers about the week or season on offer, unit size, current annual fees, and whether the sale includes any outstanding costs, so there are no surprises after the transfer.

Practical notes

South Africa uses the South African Rand, and while most places in Margate accept cards, it's worth carrying some cash for smaller vendors and markets. A rental car makes it much easier to explore the wider South Coast, including Oribi Gorge, beyond what's walkable from the resort. As with any resale or rental enquiry, it's sensible to check current amenities, fees and owner benefits directly with Margate Sands before finalising anything.