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Knysna Houseboat Myrtle
Houseboat Myrtle is a totally self-contained wooden cottage on the water. Permanently Anchored in the Knysna Lagoon, it’s a two minute dinghy ride from the Knysna Waterfront and we’ll give you lessons to get you going on the water. Myrtle is one of the original Knysna houseboats and has a lovely wood finish inside. With its two decks, it’s perfect for lazy days floating on the lagoon. From the deck you can enjoy views of the lagoon, the quays and the Knysna Heads, catch fish or just relax...

Thesen Harbour Town Apartment
Our spacious 45m2 apartment is situated in the heart of Thesen Harbour Town. We have a Solar System to supply power during outages. Excellent restaurants within minutes walking distance, the most famous being "Ile de Pain" situated across the road for breakfast and lunch. Knysna Waterfront is a mere 10 minute walk away along a most picturesque causeway surrounded by the lagoon from where one can view beautiful sunsets. We offer mountain bikes for the duration of your stay for a nominal fee.

Spacious holiday home on Quays Residential Marina
This self catering house accommodates 8. Two spacious en-suite bedrooms and 2 twin-bedded bedrooms (sharing a bathroom) on the 1st floor. The living area consists of a semi open plan dining-kitchen- and lounge area that leads onto an expansive furnished patio, sun beds and a gas barbecue. Inverter powered - immune to load shedding.A gas fireplace +electric wallpanels The walk-in garage has laundry facilities. 3Bicycles and a 2 seater canoe is available. The Jetty is to moor guest’s own boat.

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 !

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!

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.

Strandmeer 35, Short-stay, Keurbooms River, Plett
Within the pristine Keurbooms Nature Reserve, a short 8km from the tourist towns of Plett and The Crags. This seperate downstairs unit is part of a double story house. It has its own livingroom, kitchenette and braai patio, and a separate garden entrance Set back 70m from the Keurbooms River lagoon, a 5 minute walk along the lagoon edge to the ocean/beach, famous for beautiful Pansy shells and the pristine Keurbooms River Sea Bird Reserve. (This beach is NOT safe for swimming)

Loeries Nest - Cosy Studio, Safe area, Views!
✔️A TRUE AIRBNB experience with SUPERHOSTS Mark and Liz Beard with over 2,400 positive reviews. ✔️A cosy self catering ground floor garden studio consisting of an open plan bedroom/lounge and en suite bathroom and a kitchenette & patio in the SAFE central suburb of Paradise. ✔️Great VIEWS, free uncapped Wi-Fi, all DSTV TV channels, soft towels, crispy clean linen and FREE milk, juice, cereal, and croissants, butter and eggs as a once off welcome pack. ✔️ Self check in!

Shimmering Waters Apartment
3 bedroom apartment with breathtaking views of the sea, lagoon and mountains. Enjoy the sunrises over the sea side to sunsets over the mountains. Walking distance to restaurants and shops down Main street. Be apart of the Plett buzz as well as enjoy the tranquility of the views. The apartment is spacious, sunny and bright. Perfect to uplift the spirits and energy during a well deserved break!

The River Treehouse
Feel welcomed and at home in our cozy Treehouse, situated on the Knysna salt river. We would love to have you! The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can sleep 5 people, it has a private swimming pool and a view overlooking the Knysna estuary, Salt River, and the Knysna Heads. Nestled between the forest and the river the feeling it gives is of utmost relaxation and escapism.

Goose Green
⸻ This sunny, north-facing, two-bedroom unit has been beautifully renovated and sits in a peaceful golf estate. Guests can enjoy tennis courts, a shared swimming pool, squash courts, and an on-site restaurant. The lagoon is just a short walk away. It’s a safe, family-friendly setting where kids can ride bikes, explore freely, and play on jungle gyms.

Upstairs on Thesen Island
Upstairs on Thesen Island is well equipped for load shedding / power cuts. It offers a graceful home away from home with a view over the water to the knysna heads. Two luxurious bedrooms with one bathroom. There is an additional bath and basin within the main bedroom. It is situated on the water with private jetty and kayaks are available to use.
Popular amenities for lake access rentals in Plettenberg Bay
Lake access house rentals

River Club holiday home

Lagoon Deck Stay, Walk to Plett Beach & Shops

Seacrest Villa

River Club Villa

Knysna Log Home - Brenton on Lake

Pansy Shell Place

French Corner

Thesen Island water lifestyle
Apartment rentals with lake access

Thesen View - exquisite views with canoe & bikes

Westford Birds Nest

Goose Valley Golf Estate 3 Bedroom / 2 bathroom

Quays Waterside Apartment

Exotic North Facing Penthouse - Mooring & Inverter

Serenity @ Keurbooms River Lodge

Studio on Forest

Sunshine, views, beach, kitchenette, bbq.
Lake access cottage rentals

Belvidere Manor Lagoon View Cottage

Nature’s Valley Cottage

Knysna Lagoon - Seagulls nest

Bibi Ellipsis- peaceful & tranquil

Best Little Beach Bungalow in Nature's Valley

Cottage 10, Belvidere Manor

Garden Road Cottage in Belvidere Knysna

8 Sleeper Beach House on Featherbed
When is the best time to visit Plettenberg Bay?
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| Avg. price | £184 | £108 | £132 | £111 | £95 | £83 | £110 | £84 | £86 | £93 | £116 | £244 |
| 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 |
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60 properties feature pools

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

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80 of Plettenberg Bay holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Plettenberg Bay stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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