A fairy tale at the Knysna Lagoon and golf courses on the Garden Route — Property 5080

A fairy tale at the Knysna Lagoon and golf courses on the Garden Route

This delightful home, renovated in 2004, is the place to stay when visiting the splendours of the Southern Cape. From here Tsitsikamma, Nature's Valley, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, George, Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo and many more breathtaking places can be discovered. The Knysna Golf course is in walking distance, Pezula / Sparrebosch Golf is a 5 minutes drive as are Knysna's lovely surroundings - the rivers, lakes and islands, beaches and lagoons, mountains and indigenous forest. When you need a rest after these overwhelming impressions, a day at the swimming pool is vacation at its best. The Boma (or lapa) with a multi-braai offers a truly African dining experience under the stars. Sit around a bonfire and enjoy the stories of the day. Warning!! The stories get better as the night goes on.

Location Hunters Home, Knysna Garden Route < Western Cape < South Africa

Hunters Home, Knysna Garden Route < Western Cape < South Africa

 marks the location of this property in Garden Route

Availability for the villa in Western Cape, South Africa

Last updated on:

Saturday, 28 June 2008

Changeover day:

negotiable

Normal availability

All year

Rental rates for the villa in Western Cape, South Africa

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Notes to the rental rates

• Arrival after 3:30 p.m., departure before 9:00 a.m. Discount of 15% for party of two (except between 15 November and 15 April). Shorter periods of time possible @ 180€/night (220€/night between 15 November and 15 April).
  A 25% non-refundable booking deposit by bank draft. A refundable security deposit of €250/week payable with full rental payment by bank draft no later than 8 weeks before holiday starts.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the villa in Western Cape, South Africa

Knysna and surroundings

KNYSNA VILLAGE Cradled between the majestic Outeniqua mountains and the rugged Southern Cape coastline and surrounded by indigenous forests, Knysna still manages to project a 'village' atmosphere with numerous arts and craft shops and museums. It also offers adventure sports such as canoeing, abseiling, creaking, hiking, biking, fishing, diving, paragliding, fishing and many others. Wine and dine your way through a formidable array of fine restaurants, seafood taverns, pubs, coffee shops and eateries. A delectable specialty is the oysters which are cultivated in Knysna lagoon. KNYSNA HEADS Where the sea enters Knysna lagoon is one of the most dramatic and scenic spots in the Garden Route. See it from above and below. BEACHES The Garden Route has been blessed with beautiful sandy beaches. Spend a day exploring or sunbathing. There are many wonderful spots for sea swimming or watching WHALES & DOLPHINS along the coastline all year round (but best time from May to October).

Airports and transport

George: 80 km Port Elisabeth: 280 km Cape Town: 500 km

Climate and nature

Knysna enjoys a moderate climate all year round. Lowest rainfall occurs during winter; the yearly average is 770 mm. The average temperature in January is 26º Celsius and during the winter months (June-August) fall to about 18º Celsius - still ideal conditions for outdoors activities! The Indian Ocean at Knysna is much warmer than the sea water in Cape Town; even in winter there are many days where you can go swimming. From waking in the morning to the calls of Knysna's famous bird life with a beautiful view of the lagoon and mountains beyond. And lazing in our garden is such a pleasure as you will be surrounded by a lush, green tropical setting with ample shade or sun with the peaceful sounds of nature and bird calls all around.

Skiing Information:

We very much enjoyed staying in your home. Within a few minutes of walking in the door we knew that we had all the comforts of home at our finger tips. What a joy to find a fully equipped home instead of a house with the basic equipment. It was very easy to see that it was a very much loved house and as such, contained everything we could possibly need and so much more. What a joy to find nice big fluffy towels and a teapot! We enjoyed the privacy and seclusion of the pool and patios and had a very relaxing week due totally to the fact that we felt so comfortable. Lucy kept in touch by phone to ensure that we were all ok and she and the 'team' who turned up as we left, do a very good job of ensuring your standards are maintained. Thank you very much for letting us share your home and if you ever fancy a home swap, let us know. (Oliver 2/2007)

Golf Information:

Welcome to the 'Golfing Mecca' of South Africa. There are no fewer than 8 top class golf courses between Plettenberg Bay and George, including the new links course at Fancourt and Pezula/Sparrebosch, South Africa's postcard to golf. In addition to this, 9 mashie golf courses have also been established in this 'golfing route'. Just a note to say thank you – your house was lovely and we had a wonderful two weeks holiday. Everyone was so kind and helpful. Lying by the pool was so relaxing and your guides and brochures were really helpful. The men golfed at the local course and Simola, we visited the Heads and Buffalo Bay, went on the steam train from George to Hartenbos, drove through Phantom Pass. Ate out regularly in the wonderful restaurants of Kynsna (put on rather too much weight)! as the food and wine were too tempting. I can see why you love the location and the house – it is truly idyllic and hopefully we will return again. (Watson 2-3/2007)