Kanonkop House

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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Experience world-class service at Kanonkop House

Kanonkop Guest House offers luxurious comfort, breathtaking views of the Knysna Lagoon and Heads, serene atmosphere and unique personal service along Western Cape’s enchanting Garden Route. The accommodation in Kanonkop ensures exclusivity and privacy, and the spacious, bright rooms are beautifully appointed and decorated by top South African designers. This family-owned guest house is surrounded by a beautiful garden and small indigenous forest that attracts wildlife and an abundance of birds. Enjoy their antics whilst relaxing on a lounger next to the pool. Knysna, a favourite South African coastal resort town, spoils you for choice with fine beaches, magnificent forests ideal for gentle strolls or strenuous hikes and a wide range of restaurants and shops. The owners will be more than happy to offer advice and help you organise the perfect day.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American

Free private parking available on-site

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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tys
South Africa South Africa
“Friendliness, cleanliness, location. What the host provided for us , free bar services,,, how our stay was made to be special. The upgrade to the other room which such spectacular views. Indeed everything was excellent ..”
Selene
Cyprus Cyprus
“Absolutely loved our stay. Adelle and Mark and all of their staff made us feel like we were at home. Adelle cooked a wonderful breakfast for me, catering to my allergies and vegan dietary requirements and each day was tastier than the last! The...”
Jason
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great accommodation, friendly host and amazing views!”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful setting with views over the lagoon. Our room was kindly upgraded during our stay as it was quiet, was clean and very spacious. The full house omelette at breakfast was absolutely delicious! Staff all very helpful and friendly, couldn’t...”
Pindiwe
South Africa South Africa
“Everything mostly the views from our suite were amazing. The bed was comfortable. The Establishment is secluded and quiet. Proximity to popular places of interest.”
Gail
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s in a fabulous position overlooking the Knysna lagoon. Our bedroom was more of a suite so it was very comfortable and spacious. Mark is a warm and friendly host. It’s a secured property making you feel safe at night.”
Kathy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful position and definitely need to book the rooms in the house to get the wonderful views . All drinks, whatever we wanted were inclusive which was fab !! The suites in the house are amazing and we definitely would book one of those next time”
Francis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“An exceptional guest house, beautiful design and spectacular location. Very welcoming hosts and staff. Delicious breakfast in spacious patio. Heated swimming pool in lush garden setting. Easy parking. Generator on-site so no load shedding issues....”
Sheraz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Incredibly views and hospitality lovely couple who run this boutique hotel the breakfast is incredible as are the rooms stunning rooms tastful and wonderful people”
Florian
Germany Germany
“Great location, super nice dinner and warm welcome by Mark & Team 👍🇿🇦 see you soon !”

Host Information

9.7
Host review score
The award winning Kanonkop House is special, intimate boutique hotel with magnificent views over the forest canopy, lagoon and famous Knysna Heads. As an owner run property, every effort is made to make sure our guests have the most perfect stay. With only 7 special rooms, all individual named and decorated offer something for everybody. Relax at the 15 meter pool and enjoy a complimentary drink from the 24 hour bar, or venture into our stunning indigenous garden and forest. Knysna town center is a mere 5 minute drive with a plethora of activities, restaurants and sightseeing.
As the owners of Kanonkop House we are on hand on a daily basis to help guide you and make sure your time in our our beautiful town is used to the maximum. Personal favorites of ours is our amazing blue flag beaches, the spectacular forest (64 000 hectares and the 4th best managed forest in the world), sailing on the lagoon, whale watching in season, shopping, eating and drinking or simply just enjoying the surrounds of Kanonkop House.
Kanonkop House is set high up on Kanonkop Hill, above the famous lagoon with our private indigenous forest stretching all the way down the hill. It is here where you can enjoy a quite relaxed atmosphere of being out of town, with all the conveniences of having the center of town only 5 minutes down the road.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

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From 14:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 12:00
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Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

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Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.