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Glen View (house)

Home:31959
Sleeps up to:8   (4 bedrooms)
Rates:£500 to £1000 per week
Nearest beach:Coney Glen: 0.5 km
Will consider:Long term lets (over 1 month)
Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Hen or stag parties
Corporate bookings
House-swap
Changeover day:Flexible
Access:Car advised
Nearest amenities: 0.5 km
Notes:May take pets - please enquire
Suitable for children
Smokers welcome
Self-catering

Home description

**Book now for Football World Cup 2010**

Beautiful four-bedroom detached holiday home, perfect for families and couples, enjoying a spectacular view across Coney Glen on the Eastern Head to where the Indian Ocean flows into the Knysna Lagoon.

Comfortably furnished with care to ensure your every need has been anticipated, the house is fully equipped inside and out for you to relax and enjoy the pleasure of life in one of the most exquisite natural places in the world.

Conveniently located for exploring the Garden Route, the house is minutes from the tranquillity of Leisure Isle, the quality shopping and restaurants of Thesen Island, the Golf courses, Resort Hotel & Spa’s of Pezula and Simola, and of course the centre of Knysna with all the life and soul you would expect of South Africa’s favourite holiday town along with the Marina and Waterfront Quay.

Beautiful holiday home on The Heads in Knysna
Beautiful holiday home on The Heads in Knysna
Sitting Room with views over Coney Glen of The Heads
Sitting Room with views over Coney Glen of The Heads
Master Bedroom with En-suite
Master Bedroom with En-suite
The Heads at Dawn
The Heads at Dawn
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The Western Cape region

--The Western Cape--
Home to the modern and friendly city of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, Table Bay and Robben Island, the winelands surrounding Paarl, Stellenbosch and the exquisite towns and private estates of Franshoek, and of course, the Garden Route running along the length of it’s stunning coastline. Unsurprisingly, the Western Cape is the most popular overseas and local tourist region in South Africa.

--The Garden Route--
The coastline between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth forms the Garden Route. As you travel along the Garden Route spectacular mountains and their deep passes widen to fertile valleys and natural lakes, alongside of which the coastline of sheer cliffs plunge down to virtually empty beautiful sandy beaches by the deep blue Indian Ocean.


Knysna / The Heads area

--Knysna--
Nestled on the shores of the Oyster-rich lagoon, which empties and fills each day to and from the Indian Ocean through the narrow sandstone sentinels that are The Heads, and surrounded by the Outeniqua Mountains and Tsitikama forests, Knysna is (in my opinion) one of the most beautiful places on the planet. And in addition to natural beauty, the people are wonderful too. Knysna’s relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes it a great place to holiday.

--For when you are feeling adventurous—
You can swing through the trees of the Tsitikama Forest, abseil down the sheer cliffs of The Heads, scuba dive the wreck of the Paquita, canoe up the Knysna river, sail a catamaran across the Lagoon and through The Heads to watch Whales and Dolphins, horse ride around nearby lakes, visit the Garden Route Game Reserve for a safari or play a round or two of golf at the nearby world-class Pezula Resort Hotel &Spa.

--For the days when you want to relax--
You can visit the endangered Knysna elephants in their reserve, enjoy the spectacular Indian Ocean’s coastline through Wilderness and Sedgefield as seen from the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe, walk through the tranquil Tsitikama woodland, take a boat trip across the Lagoon to visit the Knysna Loerie’s on Featherbed Nature Reserve, stroll along the beach at Plettenberg Bay, shop in the boutiques and craft shops of Knysna.

--Eating and going out—
Famous for its Oysters (the festival in July is well worth a visit) there are literally hundreds of places to eat in Knysna including sophisticated elegant dining, family-friendly restaurants, bistros, pubs, cafes and tea rooms. There are lots of lively bars and family friendly pubs, many having outside space for children to run around, and a few night clubs and trendy lounge bars for those not yet exhausted by the days activities. There is also a boutique cinema and a theatre in Knysna.

--Staying in—
Self-catering is a pleasure with four supermarkets (ranging from the inexpensive Spar to the South African equivalent of Marks & Spencer’s that is Woolworths), several exquisite delicatessens and a few liquor stores where you can buy your wine, spirits and beers. If when you are truly on holiday you don’t cook at all, then there are also some good restaurants offering take-away services.

--Climate--
Avarage annual rainfall of about 920mm falls over the course of the year, 75% overnight. Summer daytime temperatures are a comfortable 26 degrees, winter daytime temperatures about 20 degrees, and night time temperatures rarely fall below 6 degrees. Knysna has a reputation for having 'four seasons in one day' so if you wake up and it's cloudy, don't despair, it'll be different by the afternoon!

For more information please do take a look at the following very informative websites.

www.tourismknysna.co.za
www.knysna.co.za
http://www.gardenroute.co.za/knysna/


How to get there

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--International flights--
To Jo'burg or Cape Town provided by most of the large airlines (BA, Virgin, SAA, KLM, Lufthansa etc.)

--Domestic flights--
Between Jo'burg and Cape Town to the nearest large airport at George provided by SAA, Nationwide and Kulula (Easyjet's equivalent in South Africa). Flights on small light aircraft are also available in and out of Plettenberg Bay.

--Driving--
If you want to drive the spectacular Garden Route, fly to either Cape Town or Port Elizabeth and hire a car. Knysna is centrally located along the Garden Route, about 500 km's (6 hours) east of Cape Town and 300km's (4 hours) west of Port Elizabeth. Car hire is easily available from Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and George airports and also in Knysna itself from major companies such as Avis and Budget.


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
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays


Facilities

Luxuries:Log fire, DVD player, Sea view
General:TV, Video player, CD player
Standard:Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (4), En suite (4), WCs (2)
Furniture:Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:Secure parking

Further details indoors:
• Large sitting room with satellite television and surround sound system, gas-flame log fire and floor to ceiling windows with the balcony having views over Coney Glen
• Separate and equally large family games/TV/reading room, also with gas-flame log fire and additional double sofa bed for occasional guests during your stay
• Fully-equipped modern kitchen
• Separate dual-aspect dining room that comfortably seats 8
• The master bedroom has a king size bed, the second bedroom has a double bed, the third bedroom is a family room with double bed, single bed and cot if required and the fourth bedroom is a twin bedded room in an annexe linked by an internal door from the main staircase. All bedrooms are en-suite.
• All beds and linen are of a high standard to ensure a restful stay
• Additional cleaning/laundry maid services available on request as required

Further details outdoors:
• Large covered balcony perfect for parties complete with a gas Weber Braii/BBQ and comfortable seating for 8
• Breakfast courtyard leading from the dining room complete with table, chairs and parasol
• Sun-soaked private balcony with Hammock
• Sundowner balcony with swing chair for the spectacular African sunset over the Western Head and Featherbed nature reserve
• Gorgeous terraced, private garden equipped with chairs, occasional tables and sunloungers
• Separate laundry yard and covered drying area accessed from the Kitchen
• Four off-road parking spaces in addition to the large automated double garage (6 spaces in total).


Further details

A beautiful and comfortable home in a spectacular location perfect for families and couples.


Conditions

• Cleaning and linen change at the end of your holiday are included in the price.
• Beach towels are provided.
• Bookings will be facilitated through our agents – this ensures you receive immediate personal attention during your stay in our home.


Rental rates

Rental prices originally quoted in: British £Convert to:
PeriodFrom
To
Weekly
Nightly rate Minimum 
stay
WeekdayWeekend
May/June/July 2009 9 May 093 Jul 09£ 50075100Flexible
Oyster Festival 2009 3 Jul 0913 Jul 09£ 900130200Flexible
July/Aug/Sept 2009 13 Jul 091 Oct 09£ 50075100Flexible
October / November 2009 1 Oct 091 Dec 09£ 750110150Flexible
December 2009/Jan 2010 1 Dec 091 Feb 10£ 1,000--1 Week
February/March/April 2010 1 Feb 101 May 10£ 750110150Flexible
May/June/July 2010 1 May 102 Jul 10£ 1,000150250Flexible
Oyster Festival 2010 2 Jul 1012 Jul 10£ 1,000150225Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

• Shorter or longer stay rates are negotiable - minimum 3 days/2 nights, no maximum. Substantial discount available for lets of 1 month or longer.

• A deposit of 25% is required on booking and the balance payable 4 weeks prior to the start of your stay, or immediately if booking is made within 4 weeks of arrival date.

• A refundable security deposit of £250 is required against breakages and damage which will be refunded within 10 working days of the return of the house keys to our agent providing they have found everything to be in good order after checking the household contents inventory.

• Payment accepted in any major currency.


Guestbook for Glen View

"What a wonderful home - we all had a great holiday and have recommended you wholeheartedly to all our friends." Mr MB, Suffolk, UK.

"Thank you for letting me stay in your home - it was exactly as described - pure bliss." Miss LS, Warwickshire, UK.

"The views were stunning, the house comfy and welcoming, the location of the house for local entertainment and leisure facilities excellent. Thank you." Mr SBB, Pal, Andorra.

"You have a beautiful home, thanks for everything, we had a truly wonderful time." Mr LF, Johannesberg, South Africa.


Availability

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