
Vacation rentals with beach access in Knysna
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Explore 340 vacation rentals in Knysna

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Knysna vacation rentals start at G$6,266 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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250 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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140 properties feature pools

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200 properties have a dedicated workspace

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330 of Knysna vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Lagoon View Apartment
Comfortable, stylish 2 bedroom apartment with private entrance, an elevated oasis in the beautiful Knysna suburb of The Heads. Lagoon View Apartment is a sunny and warm space. Nestled and sheltered in the mountainside, the apartment offers magnificent views over the Knysna estuary towards the distant Outeniqua Mountains. Enjoy a glass of wine on our mountain gazebo and experience bird life in the tranquil garden with the backdrop of endless views, peaceful surroundings and spectacular sunset.
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Thesen Island Luxury Penthouse
Bella vita! Come and spoil yourself. This romantic and luxurious penthouse offers the ultimate in comfort, views & amenities. It is fully equipped for self catering, so spend a romantic evening dining in the comfort at home, or at any of the award winning restaurants within 50 meters away on Thesen Islands or at the Knysna Waterfront ! Lots of exciting activities on your doorstep for the more adventurous. Equipped with back up power so load shedding should not spoil your experience at all !
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Holiday Home on Thesen Island Canals Knysna
This stunning 3-floor, 3-bedroom Thesen Canal waterfront home offers breathtaking views and a prime location. Enjoy a cozy fireplace, inverter, batteries for lights, TV, and WiFi. Step out to direct waterway access for boating, swimming, or kayaking. Surrounded by serene nature, bird life, and activities like cycling, walking, tennis, squash, and pristine beaches. Ideal for family holidays, with shops and gourmet restaurants just a stroll away. Book now for an unforgettable getaway!
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Knysna Lodge Glamping Cabin (Amazing views!)
Completely private unit, you won't be sharing the facilities with anyone! 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 covered Kol Kol wood-fired hot tub! Equipped with everything you need including WiFi (and Netflix, even during loadshedding!), hot shower and toilet, gas cooking & braai facilities. Excellent location, the ideal spot to getaway from it all! It’s the ultimate Knysna adventure!
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Relaxed holiday home - Knysna Heads
This relaxed holiday home is situated on the eastern side of the Knysna Heads. It offers stunning views of the Knysna lagoon and the Western Heads. The Heads House is within walking distance from the waters edge. It sleeps 7 in 4 en-suite bedrooms, each contains a double bed. Open plan kitchen and living area. Outside is a big patio surrounded by indigenous trees, plants and birds, but with some of the best views Knysna can offer. Ideal for a barbecue, while enjoying a sundowner.
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Top Decks Knysna S/C - Lovely Ocean Views!
Central - just a 5 minute drive from town! Beautiful sea, lagoon & treed views for miles in this spacious, modern 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home. Ample room to sleep 8 adults. Child friendly! You’ll feel like you’re in a tree house when you step onto the 6 balconies & decks! Prolific birdlife: Fish Eagles, Turaco & many more. 1km to the 24 hr. Mini-mart, Fuel station, Garage, ATM & Liquor store. Knysna Golf Course, Leisure Island, Bollard Bay Beach & The famous Heads 5.5km away.
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Hammock Island
Entire 3 bedroom house available for a relaxing holiday on the unique, secure estate of Thesen Islands. The house is light, bright, well-equipped and is ideally situated for holidays. The house is very private but at the same time has quick access to restaurants, beaches, lagoon, canals etc. The property is open plan on the living area downstairs and has direct access to the canals via a private jetty and also has a large private pool. Outdoor living and relaxing at its best.
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Sunshine, views, beach, kitchenette, bbq.
Large, sunny, studio apartment with views, private veranda with outdoor seating, lounge area, kitchenette, TV. Jacuzzi and bbq with outdoor lounge. Additional queen bedroom en suite available on request with separate access. Perfectly located in a tranquil setting. 5 Minute walk to the beach, lagoon for water sports & swimming and great restaurants. A short drive or cycle to the centre of town for shopping, restaurants & activities. Offstreet parking. Free wifi.
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Brenton on sea Chalet - holiday home
Our 3 bedroom holiday home is perfect for a weekend away or for longer stays. Private & peaceful. Walking distance to the beach, beautiful sea views. * Important Information * HOT TUB OUT OF ORDER WATER CONSERVATION UPDATE: Knysna is currently under Level 2 Water Restrictions. Use of hose pipes and filling of pools is not permitted. We appreciate our guests' understanding as we work together to protect our beautiful region’s natural resources
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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.
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Drymill Pied-a-terre
Parisian chic on the water and well equipped for load shedding / power cuts. A pied-à-terre in calming tones to compliment the beautiful location on the canals. Whether you are snuggled under the down duvets or you are relaxing on the patio, you will feel relaxed and content at this home away from home. Life should always be like this: graceful.
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Fabulous Family Friendly Villa on Thesen Island.
This stunning family villa has canals on two boundaries with plenty of outside and inside relaxing areas. Newly renovated, with a lovely pool, Weaver's Nest is the perfect quiet place for families to get away from it all while staying local. The kids will love the freedom and safety to roam the Island and waterways.
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Apartment rentals with beach access

Heron's View-lagoon views & solar power @ Brenton
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Belvidere Lagoon front position with solar power.
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L'Or Marin
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Exotic North Facing Penthouse - Mooring & Inverter
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The Sea Cliff Condo. Spectacular!
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Founder's Rest
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Beletage-pet friendly/aircon/large terrace
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Casa Dal Mare
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House rentals with beach access

Separate Private Room, Own Entrance, Leisure Isle
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Weavers Rest | Garden Route Lakefront near Knysna
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Sea Through House
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Knysna Log Home - Brenton on Lake
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Bliss on Thesen Island
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Thesen Tides House
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Ocean Villa in Brenton-on-Sea with pool
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Paquita Cottage
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Condo rentals with beach access

La Dolce Vita: First-Floor House
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3 Agnar Mews
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Blu Belle Lagoon Cottage
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Brenton Beach Apartment
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Romeo
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When is the best time to visit Knysna?
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| Avg. price | G$40,311 GYD | G$32,583 GYD | G$31,121 GYD | G$30,703 GYD | G$28,823 GYD | G$28,614 GYD | G$27,152 GYD | G$26,735 GYD | G$27,152 GYD | G$27,779 GYD | G$28,197 GYD | G$45,324 GYD |
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- Birds of Eden
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- Castleton
- Outeniqua Transport Museum
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