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Twinpalms - SuperHosts, Safe Area & Great Views !
✔️True Airbnb experience in a SAFE area with Superhosts with over 2,300 positive reviews. ✔️ Self check in ✔️VIEWS of the LAGOON from this self catering 2 bedroom apartment with King bed in main room and Queen size bed in the other plus a double bunk. ✔️This is the UPPER level of 2 separate apartments so expect to climb 2 sets of steps. ✔️ONE full bathroom and a lounge and fully equipped modern kitchen. ✔️All satellite TV channels and fast FIBRE WiFi ✔️LARGE terrace with GREAT VIEWS

Shoreline Cottage
Right on the beach with views to die for! Shoreline Cottage is situated on a stunning property below Shoreline Villa (main house) in a truly magical location. Set in a beautiful, sheltered bay in one of Knysna's most sought-after areas, this self contained cottage is on the beach of Knysna lagoon at The Heads. The Cottage can be rented alone or with the main house. The main hse can also be rented alone. See our other listings for combined rental options. Invertor & wifi during loadshedding

Avalon Cottage
Avalon Cottage is a spacious one bedroom, open plan upstairs apartment with a mezanine level. King bed, sitting area,cupboards, fridge, microwave, TV, toaster and kettle, two plate stove and kitchen sink. Bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Double bed in mezzanine accessed via ladder, has a double bed. French doors open to private balcony with a seating area and views north towards the Knysna Lagoon. Located on Leisure Island, with beaches offering safe swimming. WIFI and DSTV provided.

Water View Villas - Jubilee
Upmarket and stylish unit, with private deck and a wood fired hot tub. Walking distance from Knysna Waterfront, shops and great restaurants. Beautiful lagoon views! Fully equipped kitchen with gas stove, espresso machine, dishwasher, washing machine… King size bed, spacious lounge, bedroom and bathroom and a cozy fireplace. Fast internet, full DSTV, Netflix, dedicated work space. Safe parking on site. BBQ facilities and comfortable outside seating. We regret, no children or infants allowed.

Ambiente Garden Cottage
AMBIENTE GUEST HOUSE is a magical hideaway situated in a quiet and safe area in Hunters Home, such a great location, close to all the attractions, yet away from the crowds, very green and tranquil with flowers, trees and birds it feels like a paradise. We are very close to the lagoon, Knysna Golf course, Leisure Island and the Heads, 8-10 minutes drive to the Waterfront. Easy to find from the Main Road N2, secure off road parking and a private entrance. We speak English, German and Russian

Thesen Suite
Private En-Suite room with separate entrance in secure estate. Parking for 1 car. Fridge, Coffee station and Microwave. Crockery and cutlery is changed daily or as required. No additional cooking facilities. Owners live in the main house. Thesen is a secure estate on the canals. Guests will be sent a link and are required to register online prior to arrival in order to facilitate biometric access to the estate. Easy walking distance to Thesen harbour Town, Knysna waterfront and the CBD.

Hope Cottage- at Amari Cove in Knysna
Enjoy a cozy stay in our open-plan cottage on a delightful private property overlooking the Knysna lagoon. Minutes away from town but with a country feel. Peaceful setting, situated on a beautiful 2-acre plot with hobby farm (chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits, cats, dogs.) Detached from main house. Two private entrances. Entire property is solar powered. Solar heated saltwater pool. Perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature. Birdwatchers heaven. Can accommodate babies and toddlers.

The Art Studio
Well known Knysna artist, Faith du Plessis, converted her studio into a two bedroom apartment. The space is filled with unique objects of art and will definitely provide a bohemic, quirky, inspiring, unforgettable sensory experience. A lapa with a huge hearth also provide the perfect setting to cook your meals in. A large gas stove is also available in the lapa. The small garden is filled with ferns and the outside patio creates an ambiance similar to a rainforest.

Lux Garden Cottage Beach Aloes @ Brenton on Sea
Your "Home away from Home" Fully equipped, Luxury Spacious Garden Cottage for comfortable self-catering. Beach Aloes is perfectly placed within walking distance of a Secluded Beach called “Jaap se Baai” (access within +-200m) or the Main Brenton Beach situated 500m away. You will find Restaurant's and a Deli within less than 1km from the cottage. During load shedding the Exterior & interior lights, TV, Wi Fi, & coffee machine, will remain operational.

Allan Grove (self catering accommodation)
Experience peace and tranquility in an African themed wooden cottage in natural bush setting. Private entrance and self catering ensures privacy whilst your host Brian is on hand to assist wherever possible. 10 minutes from Knysna central, Waterfront & Thesen Island. 7 minutes from the famous Knysna Heads and 2 minutes from Knysna Golf course. *Note - rate for 1st two guests is on a per person sharing basis.

Heart House - Sunset Room
Welcome to the Sunset Room, a cozy retreat in the heart of Knysna. Located within the Heart House guesthouse, it features one room with a King Size Bed. A sleeper couch sleeps two kids , and a small kitchenette offers convenience for light meals. Surrounded by Knysna’s natural beauty, the Sunset Room provides a peaceful, private escape with all the comforts of home

Moonriver Cottage, Prime Lagoon Views & SolarPower
Set on the westerly facing hills of Welbedacht Knysna, lies a tranquil smallholding perched on the slopes of the Knysna Estuary National Park. Sip on your favourite cocktail while soaking up the majestic sunsets or lie in your hammock and watch the Knysna Loeries glide over as they move between canopy of trees around your charming cottage...
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The Shed: Experience Leisure Island

the green palm cottage - Traveller Palm

Calm Waters Guesthouse: Lookout Studio Suite
Quick stats about guest house rentals in Knysna
Total rentals
160 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$39 SGD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2.9K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
60 properties have a pool
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