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Situated in Knysna and only 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, Lagoon View Cottage features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake and garden views, and is 6.7 km from Pezula Golf Club. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the homestay's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

The prep and communication made it easy to check in and settle. we had everything we needed for the stay and wish we could have stayed longer.

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9.1
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
AR$ 53,674
per night

The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Carla made our stay very special. The amenities was more then any other place we stayed. She really thought about everything. The location is great and was easy to visit places around.

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9
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
AR$ 134,306
per night

Situated high up on the ridge, Strode House offers magnificent views of the Knysna lagoon, the famous Knysna Heads, forests and Outiniqua Mountain Range. It features a private pool with hot tub.

This double-storey features a fully equipped kitchen with Smeg gas oven, double door fridge, ice machine, dishwasher, microwave. The lounge and 8-seater dining table are elegantly furnished and complete with Smart Curved TV. The pool lounge opens up to the swimming pool and is equipped with a stainless steel fire place and gas barbecue.

An oasis in the City. Clean, huge, open spaces. The jacuzzi was a nice extra. Only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer! Quiet, incredible views, yet just a very short drive to the City & waterfront. Excellent WiFi. My husband loved the pool table. It’s a place that we will definitely return to once we’ve moved to South Africa one day. It has a feeling of Zen from the minute you walk in the front door.

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9
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
AR$ 180,214
per night

Offering an outdoor pool, Tides End Manor House is located in Knysna. The accommodation will provide you with 7 en suite bedrooms with showers.

There is a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. You can enjoy a lake view from the upper-level rooms and a garden view from all the lower-level rooms.

one of the best house in Garden Route,

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9.4
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
AR$ 117,008
per night

Beacon House is located on the Eastern Head of the Knysna Heads within a few metres of the Knysna Lagoon and 10 km from the centre of Knysna. It features views towards the Outeniqua mountains and out to sea.

Each air-conditioned apartment has a spacious sun deck with barbecue facilities. It comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a gas fireplace and 2 bathrooms with free toiletries.

We loved the apartment and the location

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9.4
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
AR$ 439,547
per night

With free WiFi, this 3-bedroom holiday home offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

We loved everything about the place

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
AR$ 158,921
per night

The spacious villa is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Featuring air conditioning, this unit has a dressing room and a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Gorgeous designer property in a stunning location over looking the sea. Ideal for a quiet get away.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
AR$ 214,890
per night

Situated 6.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.9 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, De Jagers Studio on Rawson features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden views and is 8.6 km from Pezula Golf Club and 35 km from Goose Valley Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.6 km from Knysna Heads.

Beautiful interior, the property really had everything we needed. Warm welcome , close to everything. Will definitely return, highly recommended 👌

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9.5
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
AR$ 61,537
per night

Forest Glades, a property with a garden, is situated in Knysna, 22 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 22 km from Knysna Forest, as well as 26 km from Knysna Heads. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Pezula Golf Club is 27 km from the chalet and Lakes Area National Park is 39 km away.

My family and I had a great stay at the property. We found the hosts very considerate and accommodating. This property is perfect if you intend to unwind and enjoy a serene environment.

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9.5
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
AR$ 58,606
per night

Situated in Knysna, Lush Spacious Family Home between Beach & Town features accommodation with a private pool, a patio and lake views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

The property was fabulous! The property managers were easy to contact and any requests were actioned quickly. The property is very well kept and beautifully decorated which creates a very homey and relaxing space. The pool was clean and a great addition. The beds were comfortable and there was enough ventilation including windows and ceiling fans. the outdoor wood bath was also a lovely touch. The property had some relaxing music playing when we arrived at the property, which was another great touch :) There was plenty of utensils and 2 fridges, so we had enough space for food and drinks. Great selection of teas as well. The area felt and appeared safe and clean. This was evident in the fact that not many of the houses had excess security (as one usually sees in other parts of South Africa).

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10
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
AR$ 161,167
per night

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  • Lagoon View Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews

    Situated in Knysna and only 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, Lagoon View Cottage features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location, view, own parking, hosts, cottage, supplies.

  • TH39 Thesen Islands
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, TH39 Thesen Islands features accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

    wonderful place, amazing view and location, great host

  • Strode House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 125 reviews

    Situated high up on the ridge, Strode House offers magnificent views of the Knysna lagoon, the famous Knysna Heads, forests and Outiniqua Mountain Range. It features a private pool with hot tub.

    everything about it especially the pool and Jacuzzi

  • Tides End Manor House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Tides End Manor House is located in Knysna. The accommodation will provide you with 7 en suite bedrooms with showers.

    The property is spacious and exactly like the photos

  • Miles End Pezula
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Miles End Pezula, a property with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, is set in Knysna, 700 metres from Sparrebosch Beach, 1.1 km from Pezula Golf Club, as well as 7.1 km from...

  • Forest Glades
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Forest Glades, a property with a garden, is situated in Knysna, 22 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 22 km from Knysna Forest, as well as 26 km from Knysna Heads.

    Perfect location on the edge of a little forest with a lovely outside veranda. The host, Peter, is very helpful and friendly. Definitely recommended.

  • Lush Spacious Family Home between Beach & Town
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Situated in Knysna, Lush Spacious Family Home between Beach & Town features accommodation with a private pool, a patio and lake views.

    The place is perfect It has more than u can ask for

  • Waterfront- C25 Knysna Quays with pool
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Located 6.7 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 7.2 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, Waterfront- C25 Knysna Quays with pool provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

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These cottages in Knysna have options with FREE cancellation

  • De Jagers Studio on Rawson
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Situated 6.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.9 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, De Jagers Studio on Rawson features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Buccara Pezula Castle
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring a patio with pool views, a private beach area and pool with a view, Buccara Pezula Castle can be found in Knysna, close to Noetzie Beach and 4.7 km from Pezula Golf Club.

    I loved the space. Great view. Very spacious. Just made me feel good.

  • Paquita Self Catering Holiday House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring a patio with river views, water sports facilities and barbecue facilities, Paquita Self Catering Holiday House can be found in Knysna, close to Coney Glen Beach and a 10-minute walk from...

    Loved Everything, Thanks to Milkwood Properties for Upgrading us & giving us the Best Stay Experience ever!

  • Knysna Lagoon Estate Cottage
    Free cancellation options available

    Boasting garden views, Knysna Lagoon Estate Cottage offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a patio, around 6 km from Knysna Heads.

  • Trust Knysna Forest Farm Lodge
    Free cancellation options available

    Set 40 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 40 km from Knysna Forest and 44 km from Knysna Heads, Trust Knysna Forest Farm Lodge provides accommodation situated in Knysna.

  • 28 Avocet
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering a garden and garden view, 28 Avocet is situated in Knysna, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads and 8.3 km from Knysna Forest.

  • The Croft cottage
    Free cancellation options available

    The Croft cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Knysna, 10 km from Knysna Heads, 11 km from Pezula Golf Club, as well as 35 km from Lakes Area National Park.

  • 1 Croft Cottage
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering a garden and garden view, 1 Croft Cottage is set in Knysna, 12 km from Pezula Golf Club and 36 km from Lakes Area National Park.

Travelling by car? These cottages in Knysna offer free parking!

  • Beacon House
    Free parking
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews

    Beacon House is located on the Eastern Head of the Knysna Heads within a few metres of the Knysna Lagoon and 10 km from the centre of Knysna.

    Amarille is just the perfect host, very thoughful.

  • Luxury Views + Excellence - Pezula no Loadshedding
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Luxury Views + Excellence - Pezula no Loadshedding is located in Knysna, 700 metres from Pezula Golf Club, 6.3 km from Knysna Heads, as well as 16 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

  • Narnia on Thesen Island
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    Situated in Knysna, 7.9 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 8.2 km from Knysna Heads, Narnia on Thesen Island offers a private beach area and air conditioning.

    good location, beautiful decor and house layout is great

  • The Nest
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 76 reviews

    Featuring a private entrance to Leisure Isle, a patio with garden views and free bikes, The Nest can be found in Knysna, close to Bollard Bay Beach and a 12-minute walk from Coney Glen Beach.

    clean, private, beautifully decorated, bicycles, cool pool

  • Forest Hills
    Free parking
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Located 19 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Forest Hills offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Beautiful views & comfy beds, lovely location too!

  • Knysna Views - Pezula Seashore - Sea-facing
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Situated in Knysna and only a few steps from Sparrebosch Beach, Knysna Views - Pezula Seashore - Sea-facing features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The view of the ocean is relaxing. The place is cosy. Good value for money.

  • Luxury , space and views - Pezula Villa 13
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Luxury, space and views - Pezula Villa 13 is situated in Knysna, 800 metres from Pezula Golf Club and 5.6 km from Knysna Heads.

  • Collection Luxury Accomodation Simola House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a patio, Collection Luxury Accomodation Simola House is situated in Knysna.

    The View, The Space, Everything about it is amazing

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Cottages that guests love in Knysna

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews
    Lovely cottage with all necessities. Kids loved the play area and exploring, taking walks and the small beach area. It is lovely for the family.
    Milton
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 73,257.91
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 reviews
    This is a self catering unit fully equipped with everything we needed. Beautifully decorated and cozy. The location on Leisure Island was perfect- quiet and within walking distance of shop/ lagoon/restaurant. We loved staying there and would go back!
    Richard
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 122,096.52
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 601 reviews
    Beautiful rooms, great breakfast and the staff were really friendly. The bungalow cottages are set in beautiful gardens. Great value for money too.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 78,630.16
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 884 reviews
    Lovely peaceful location , very well equipped kitchen and very cosy lodge
    Kate
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 69 reviews
    Lovely cottage in a wonderfully quiet part of Knysna. The cottage is well equipped, and the beds are comfortable. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. I liked the private garden away from the main house.
    Belinda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 53,722.47
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 82 reviews
    The view is an amazing. The pathway to the cottage is beautiful and very romantic. The setup is very nice, there is everything you need for self catering.
    E
    Eva
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 31,745.09
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 62 reviews
    Lovely cottage for a couple. Unbelievably well equipped with loads of storage space. Modern bathroom and cozy lounge area with TV. The small outside garden is lovely, lots of trees and birdsong. Quality cast aluminium table and chairs and two big gas plates embedded in a stainless steel table for cooking. There also is a portable braai.Lovely hosts
    Thomas
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 216 reviews
    Amazing view and a beautiful, spacious cottage with everything you need - kitchenette with oven, stove top, coffee machine, kettle and fridge/freezer. Table with chairs inside and outside, a closed fireplace, comfortable seating and bed, modern bathroom, shower with a view and the best of all the bath on the patio with candles and a view. The perfect romantic setting and so relaxing.
    JoanneSands
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 70 reviews
    We had a wonderful stay at Stannards Guest Lodge. We were a family of 3 (2 adults and 1 child). The owners were very friendly and provided good recommendations for places to visit in the area. The Cottage we stayed in was quaint, cosy and very clean.
    Lee-Anna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 58,606.33
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews
    The cottage was well laid out and comfortable. The fact that you could interact with the farm animals added to the experience especially for the kids. Outdoor fireplace was cosy when the electricity went out. Indoor fireplace for the cold evenings and fortunately we did not need it
    Ian
    People with friends

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