At Summerhill, we are committed to creating a sustainable hospitality experience.
The Livingroom is independently powered by off-grid energy solutions, while autonomous water systems are used across the estate.
Summerhill Guest Estate
An Escape to Tranquillity

Our Story
Summerhill Guest Estate, home of The LivingRoom – the 2022 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant of the Year – is a family-owned and run guesthouse in Cowies Hill, Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Its unique location, between the Midlands and Durban makes it the ideal home-away-from-home for the corporate traveller, while offering those seeking leisure the opportunity to sojourn during their travels or even just escape from the city.
The LivingRoom
A Passion for Provenance

Situated within Summerhill Guest Estate in Kwa-Zulu Natal, The LivingRoom is where chef Johannes Richter showcases the province’s culinary diversity from garden to plate, expressed through his fine French training and passion for Asian techniques.
Family owned and run, the team deliver a fine-dining experience combining exceptional food with premium wines and top-notch hospitality.