Beachfront vacation rentals in Knysna

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.

Walkability · View · Bathroom

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!

Walkability · View · Bathroom

Thesen islands Villa

STEP OFF SUN DECK TO BEACH This beach front home consists of 2 units . The main house and the studio.Ideal for 2 families . THE MAIN HOUSE sleeps 4 guests over 2 bedrooms and 2 en-suite bathrooms. THE STUDIO sleeps a couple with queen bed and a bathroom . Situated in the Cove beach and waterway on Thesen islands. Access control and 24 hour security. Sun deck to beach has wood and gas burning Weber. Lounge ,55" flat screen tv and full dstv package.Dining room seats 8 guests .

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Self catering-pet friendly/2 bedrooms/aircon/braai

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.

Beach · Walkability · Outdoor spaces

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!

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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.

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Buffalo Bay: Keerweder Main-modern and spacious

Architectural flair combined with laid back beach house vibes. This is what this newly, purpose built home offers holiday makers. Buffelsbay is a Blue Flag gem on the garden route. Safe swimming, surfing and body boarding, as well as kayak and SUP, sundowners on the rocks or walks along the vast sandy beach. This small coastal town can offer it all. Loadshedding: We have an invertor, so you will have some plugs (wifi and TV) and all lights operational during loadshedding.

Beach · Walkability · Layout

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.

Walkability · Beach · Decor

Baga House - Leisure Island

Baga House is a luxurious villa on South Africa's Garden Route, located on exclusive Leisure Island in Knysna. It features 6 en-suite bedrooms, direct beach access, and a private swimming pool. With stunning views and fireplaces for year-round comfort, it’s perfect for a relaxing getaway in both summer and winter. The villa’s tranquil setting and spacious design make it an ideal retreat for families or groups, combining privacy and easy access to Knysna’s natural beauty.

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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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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.

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Garden Route spectacular view over Indian Ocean

Stunning 180-degree view of the Indian Ocean and Brenton-on-Sea. This 583 m² house, located by the sea near the famous Knysna Heads, promises breathtaking vistas and enchanting sunsets! Watch bushbucks feeding in the garden, right in front of the world's rarest butterfly reserve. A daily delight! An exceptional location – a rare gem at Brenton-on-Sea.

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