Set just 3.9 km from Knysna Heads, Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe offers accommodation in Knysna with access to free bikes, barbecue facilities, as well as full-day security. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, squash on the squash court, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has an outdoor fireplace and beauty services. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with lake views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the river views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. At the apartment, the modern restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves local cuisine. You can play mini-golf and tennis at Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. The accommodation has a sun terrace, along with a private beach area and water sports facilities. Pezula Golf Club is 4.9 km from Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe, while Simola Golf and Country Estate is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 30 km from the apartment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Knysna
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Charmaine
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved all, location, location, location, friendly and helpful host, even returned my forgotten earings. Loved all the outdoors equipment, bikes, canoe, paddle just fabulous!
  • Didge28
    South Africa South Africa
    An absolutely beautiful and well appointed guest house. I especially loved the balcony with its stunning sunset views. Will definitely stay there again when next I visit Knysna.
  • Nelda
    South Africa South Africa
    Location is amazing and the apartment was beautiful and clean with everything you need.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Di

9.9
9.9
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Host review score

Di
Enjoy exploring the beautiful Garden Route from this tranquil cottage situated on beautiful, secure Thesen Islands. With views onto the canal from your King-size bed, a deck for sundowners or coffee with views of the Knysna Heads, Ashmead Channel and Bird Sanctuary. Make use of our tennis & squash racquets, putt & chip on the course, or use bicycles, a canoe or SUP to explore the waterways, visit the Blue Flag beach, or visit the stunning nearby shops and restaurants in Thesen Harbour Town.
Having grown up in beautiful Knysna, I want everyone to enjoy it the way we do! It's a special place with so much to do, and we try and make it easier by providing bicycles and a canoe to explore our beautiful island with! Happy to recommend the restaurants we enjoy as well as help with planning some day trips in the area, so please ask! The apartment is completely separate to the main house, with it's own access and parking. I am usually around if guests want to ask me anything, and happy to assist with making bookings, or advise on what to see and do in the area
Thesen Island is a safe, secure, biometric access controlled neighbourhood. You can explore on foot, use our bicycles, or head off on the canals using the SUP or canoe (provided by us at no charge). There is an outdoor gym, tennis courts, squash courts and a putting and chipping course, and we have the equipment for you to enjoy all of it!
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
5 restaurants on site

  • Sirocco
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Tapas & Oysters
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Flo & Co

    No additional info available

  • Ile De Pain

    No additional info available

  • The Nest
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 5 restaurants
  • BBQ facilities
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 53 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Sun terrace
    • Private beach area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    Wellness
    • Light therapy
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Hair styling
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair cut
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Make up services
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
    • Restaurant
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Aerobics
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
      Off-site
    • Live music/performance
      Off-site
    • Cooking class
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Tour or class about local culture
      Additional charge
    • Happy hour
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
      Additional charge
    • Movie nights
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Beach
    • Tennis equipment
    • Water park
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Mini golf
    • Snorkelling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Squash
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bowling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Landmark view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Evening entertainment
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Adult only
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 cot available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe

    • Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Squash
      • Water park
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beachfront
      • Manicure
      • Cooking class
      • Facial treatments
      • Happy hour
      • Body scrub
      • Beach
      • Beauty Services
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Hair styling
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Make up services
      • Walking tours
      • Light therapy
      • Bicycle rental
      • Tennis equipment
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Hair cut
      • Live music/performance
      • Waxing services
      • Movie nights
      • Body wrap
      • Aerobics
      • Hair treatments
      • Bike tours
      • Body treatments
      • Private beach area
      • Pedicure
      • Hair colouring

    • Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe has 5 restaurants:

      • Flo & Co
      • Tapas & Oysters
      • The Nest
      • Sirocco
      • Ile De Pain

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe on this page.

    • Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe is 1.2 miles from the centre of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.