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Bayview House - Safe, Spacious, SuperHosts & Views
* Beautiful lagoon views from the spacious & comfortably furnished holiday apartment. It sleeps 6 and consists of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and a large lounge and open plan dining/lounge area. * We have a child friendly double bunk in the main bedroom for 2 kiddies. We have an extra single bed in the lounge area. The main room also has a King Size bed and a Queen bed in the 2nd bedroom. * From the apartment you can enjoy panoramic views of the iconic Knysna Heads * We are proud SuperHosts

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.

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...

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!

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!

The Cottage @ Wetlands
This stylish newly renovated private & relaxed cottage with solar power is a perfect location for families or couples wanting to experience all that the Garden Route has to offer. Situated on the Bitou River just 6klm’s from Plettenberg Bay. Known for its bird life, cycling & running trails & just far enough out of town to experience a slower pace of living. A 5 or 10 minute drive to our nearest world renowned wine estates & multiple blue flag beaches to choose from.

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.

Aquila view, private apartment, top level of house
Situated in KEURBOOMSTRAND, very close to the ocean. This is a haven to relax and enjoy the ocean which is a stone throw away. Wake up with the soothing sound of the waves. Enjoy dolphins swimming by. During the winter the whales come to visit .The apartment is in secure complex. Casual decor with good quality bedding. There is lots to do in the surrounding area. Plettenberg bay is 10 km away. Property equip with power backup and smart TV

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.

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.
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Thesen View - exquisite views with canoe & bikes

Lagoon View

Westford Birds Nest

Stunning 3 bedroom apartment with sea views

Plett 7 River Club Mews Pool and Tennis Apartment

Waterfront Bliss

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Lagoon Deck Stay, Walk to Plett Beach & Shops

Salt & Timber - A waterfront home on Thesen Island

Designer home with breath-taking views

Seaside Cottage Dune

Bay View, 3 Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View

Thesen Tides House

Gantry House

99 Beachyhead Drive , Plettenberg Bay
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Paradise View

Piedanlo Laguna Waterfront apartment

Romeo

Centrally located 1 bedroom Waterfront apartment

Blue Belle Lagoon Cottage

Ocean Pearl walking distance from the beach

Spectacular Robberg Beach Duplex (Pet-friendly)

Thesen Harbour Town - luxury loft apartment west
When is the best time to visit Plettenberg Bay?
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| Avg. price | £198 | £129 | £119 | £142 | £115 | £121 | £124 | £120 | £120 | £151 | £170 | £261 |
| 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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70 of Plettenberg Bay holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
Plettenberg Bay stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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