Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This new holiday home is designed for relaxed easy, indoor/outdoor living with large verandahs overlooking the water. The upstairs accommodation consists of 2 "wings", each wing with 2 bedrooms and a shared bathroom, making it ideal for 2 familes or groups. Fully equipped for self catering.
The home is convenienty located for exploring the Garden Route and is an excellent base for a golfing holiday with Fancourt in George a little over an hour away and Plettenberg Bay 40 minutes away.
The house overlooks the Knysna lagoon and has a private jetty
The ground floor lounge, dining area & kitchen opens onto the deck
Thesen Islands in the Knysna Lagoon
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The Western Cape region
The Western Cape is popular with tourists, both local and overseas. The coastal areas, primarily the Garden Route, which runs along the south coast from Hermanus to the Keurboom River, is a "must see" for visitors. Knysna is located in the middle of the Garden Route.
Knysna / Thesen Island area
Knysna's rich and colourful history spans the days of sailing ships, timber extraction and even a brief period of gold discovery.
The vast, indigenous forests just outside Knysna became an invaluable source of timber for buildings, ships and wagons from the mid- 1700's onwards, and provided the historical background around which Knysna was built.
Today, the forests are protected and the lagoon, which provides a safe, sheltered harbour, has become the focal point of activity for both locals and visitors.
Thesen Island Arnt Leonard Thesen and his family left Stanger in Norway in 1868 in search of a new home. In 1870, they settled in Knysna and soon became an integral part of the burgeoning village, setting up the first trading store and counting house. They also dealt in timber and, in 1904, Charles Wilhelm Thesen bought Paarden Island which had been part of the Melkhoutkraal Estate of George Rex - the founder of Knysna. The Thesens began processing timber on the island in 1922 and the island soon became known as Thesen Island. In 2000, the Thesen Islands redevelopment of 19 islands began. It is now complete, with last houses to be finished within the next 2 years.
Knysna has lots of shops which provide for all a shopper's needs. There are supermarkets, boutiques, restaurants, coffee bars, pharmacies and a host of specialised shops.
Restaurants The diner has a wonderful choice of restaurants, dining in elegant surroundings by candlelight or looking out over the Knysna Lagoon. There are also intimate bistros or the opportunity to eat "al fresco", a popular activity due to Knysna's gentle climate and warm evenings. A host of coffee bars and pubs offer good wholesome "pub-grub" or South African fare as well as our locally brewed beer.
Oysters are cultivated in the Knysna Lagoon and served in all the local restaurants. Knysna Oyster Company is situated in Thesen Harbour Town on Thesen Islands on Thesen Islands and offers a daily oyster bar. There are 2 other restaurants in Thesen Harbour Town, "Lush" and "Sirocco", as well as the very popular, award winning "ile de pain", a bakery and coffee shop serving breakfast and lunch.
Galleries / Arts & Crafts As a result of a relaxed lifestyle, Knysna has, over the years, attracted a wide variety of artists, creating an artists' paradise. There are numerous galleries where one can enjoy the local arts and crafts and appreciate the talent and work that is produced here.
Climate Knysna has a gentle climate with an average annual rainfall of 920mm, spread throughout the year, with 75% falling at night. Summer daytime temperatures average 26 degrees. Winter temperatures average 21 degrees during the day, and seldom fall below 6 degrees at night. .
How to get there
Knysna is centrally located along the Garden Route in the Western Cape. It is 500kms (300 miles) east of Cape Town; 300kms (180 miles) west of Port Elizabeth. By road, it is a easy 6 hour drive from Cape Town; 3 hours from Port Elizabeth. Both roads are good and the drives are scenic. George Airport is about 70kms( 42 miles) west of Knysna - about 70 minutes by car. Cars can be hired at the airport or a shuttle to Knysna can be used. The shuttle needs to be booked in advance. We can supply contact details or arrange a booking.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
George: 70 km
Activities near Knysna
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 15, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Shared tennis court on site
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Underfloor heating in lounge/dining area
Further details outdoors: Outside shower Garage and carport. Separate flat available at extra cost. Not rented at same time as the house to another party.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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15 Jan 08
1 May 08
950£ 950
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1 May 08
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750£ 750
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950£ 950
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15 Dec 08
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1150£ 1,150
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. 50% deposit on booking. Balance due 14 days prior to arrival GBP 200 damage deposit
We prefer to be paid in Rands (the above prices are subject to currency fluctuations)
Availability notes
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Contact owner
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Contact details for home 18148
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Mabelle Rutherford
Tel:
+27 44 3823472
Mobile:
+27 82 7921578
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Advertiser joined: 5 Dec 2006 This property added: 5 Dec 2006
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