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Phillip Villa: Fun, Vacation, with Beach & Pool
The home is perched on the Knysna Heads and overlooking the sea, an exceptionally unique and special location. Perfect for 10 guests, short/monthly stays. 2min stroll from the beach and The Heads viewpoint, offers luxurious amenities, sparkling pool, BBQ area, and a serene garden with multiple seating areas and views. 5 en-suite bedrooms, 2 fully-equipped kitchens, and cozy fireplaces. Aircon ONLY in the main bedroom, towels, bed linen, a hair dryer, washing machines provided. Perfect getaway.

Number Eleven Self Catering Villa
Tucked away at The Heads on the edge of the Knysna lagoon, this five-star villa has unparalleled lagoon views and an indigenous garden with private access to the beach. A large, open-plan dining room and a kitchen stocked with Le Creuset cookware, inspire easy entertaining. The lush garden surrounds an infinity-edged swimming pool and outdoor dining area. A covered bar counter with both charcoal and gas BBQ’s and a pizza oven, make this an outstanding place to relax with family and friends.

Thesen Beach House 2
Quaint two bedroom house located on a small Thesens Island lagoon beach. Perfect for families with kids. Fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and laundry facilities. House has DSTV. Thesen Islands has 24 hour security access control. Walking distance to the Knysna Quays Waterfront and Thesen Harbour town. Thesen Islands is of the most sought after holiday destinations on the Garden Route. There is a weber braai and direct access from the patio to the small Thesen beach. House has wifi.

Knysna Lodge Glamping Self Catering Cabin 3
Tucked away in the trees it's like staying in your very own treehouse with spectacular views of Knysna lagoon and you'll have a private wood-fired hot tub you can enjoy! You won't be sharing the facilities with anyone else! The cabin is equipped with everything you need including WiFi (and access to Netflix account on your own device), hot shower and toilet, gas cooking & covered braai facilities. Excellent location, the ideal spot to getaway from it all! The ultimate Knysna adventure!

Beletage - self catering cottage on Leisure isle
amazing self catering cottage on Leisure isle within a few minutes walk to the Beach. The cottage offers two bedrooms . queen size bed and an en suite bathroom. This bedroom is not totally closed off from the lounge but separated with a large wall unit. The second bedroom is totally private with either twin beds or a king size bed. There is a full kitchen , dining area and cozy living space. Private deck with a BBQ , outside seating , daybed area under an ancient avocado tree.

Water's Edge - Leisure Isle
This is a rare opportunity to stay on the water's edge on the glorious Knysna estuary - in a beautifully-appointed home on magnificent Leisure Isle. Sited on the north-west side of the island, you take in views to the famous Heads, while the beach and fabulous swimming is literally off your garden wall. It is simply unique! Combining upmarket comfort, great amenities, a superb location and extraordinary views and water-frontage - it's just the setting for a holiday of a lifetime!

Beach House on Thesen Island
This sunny and bright holiday house is situated on one of the private beaches on Thesen Islands. Stroll from your doorstep onto the beach and have a swim or relax on a sun lounger on the deck. The villa is luxurious and very tastefully decorated with top class furnishings and finishes. The villa has been equipped with back -up power during load shedding / power outages which should be sufficient for the entire period depending n the stage of loadshedding implemented at the time.

La Dolce Vita: Ground Floor House
Fully serviced elegance on the sea.....La Dolce Vita Manor is a luxury holiday house in Buffalo Bay. Kindly note no pets. It overlooks the bay towards Brenton on Sea, is 3 minutes walk from the Blue Flag beach, and 15 meters away from the water’s edge. The house was originally built in 1958. In 2019 it was enlarged and fully revamped to celebrate its olden day charm and sophistication. It has a sparkly clean, beach feel – set in the nostalgia of a 1950’s seaside holiday.

Leisure Isle Cottage
Welcome to our cozy three-bedroom cottage located on Leisure Isle. Recently renovated and equipped for your next family stay with restored wooden floors, lagoon views and even a Sunsynk solar back-up. Being on Leisure Island, we have kayaks, bicycles & SUP’s available to all our guests. The cottage has a Smart TV with Netflix, Spotify and uncapped Wi-Fi. Winter visitors enjoy a wood-burning fireplace and electric blankets on the beds too.

Sleeps 12 in luxury. Lagoon Views. Solar backup
Taliesin is one of the largest and beautiful houses in a perfect location on Knysna Lagoon. Solar power and batteries make sure you are unaffected by any power outages. It sleeps and dines twelve adults in luxury but the accommodation is adaptable for numbers as small as two. No bunk beds or more than 2 beds in a room. A full time maid helps make your stay relaxed and carefree. Free efficient fibre broadband wifi in all room.

Leisure Isle Serenity 3 BR - close to the water
Welcome to Leisure Isle Serenity — your perfect family escape. This modern and beautifully finished 3-bedroom home sits right opposite the peaceful Steenbok Nature Reserve, offering the best of both worlds: nature on your doorstep and the sparkling lagoon just a short stroll away. Enjoy easy walks to Leisure Isle Beach, safe swimming spots, and scenic biking paths throughout this tranquil, family-friendly neighbourhood.

TH39 Lagoon-Front Stay | Chic Thesen Island Escape
Wake up to the sound of lapping water in this modern, industrial-style lagoon-front townhouse in Knysna’s exclusive Thesen Harbour Town. Just steps from cafes, boutiques, and the bustling Waterfront, this designer stay blends comfort and style with an unbeatable location. Perfect for couples, solo travellers, or remote workers seeking a tranquil escape with high-speed Wi-Fi, and full self-catering amenities.
Popular amenities for beachfront rentals in Knysna
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Honeymoon Room

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Nautilus Room at the Knysna Belle Guest House

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Ultimately

Vista Laguna

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Exquisite sea view 4 bedroom house at Knysna Heads

Garden Route spectacular view over Indian Ocean

Buffalo Bay Holiday Apartment-on-the-Beach times 2

Waterfront bungalow private beach and boat mooring
When is the best time to visit Knysna?
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| Avg. price | € 127 | € 123 | € 130 | € 126 | € 124 | € 121 | € 139 | € 127 | € 125 | € 113 | € 126 | € 141 |
| Avg. temp | 20°C | 21°C | 19°C | 18°C | 16°C | 14°C | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 19°C |
Quick stats about beachfront rentals in Knysna

Total holiday rentals
Explore 70 holiday rentals in Knysna

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Knysna holiday rentals start at € 43 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
40 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
30 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
60 of Knysna holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Knysna rentals

4.8 Average rating
Knysna stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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