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Apartment in Idyllic Eden
At the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains, near hiking trails in a nature reserve you can relax and take it all in. Weekend family markets with a wide variety of food and drinks make for a great day out. With so many beaches, its easy to find a secluded spot and enjoy a quiet picnic. You can even enjoy the private braai room next to the apartment or relax next to the pool. One night is too short too take it all in. Appartment with own entrance, own bathroom with shower and with a small kitchenette

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.

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...

Cozy 1 bedroom Beachside Suite in Wilderness
About: Relax with a beautiful view of the Outeniqua mountains, watching picturesque sunsets. Situated 500m from the beach. Walk down a staircase onto the beach that extends for kilometres. Stunning sea view from the top of the staircase. Seasonal siting of whales and dolphins can be seen. Close to the National Park, giving access to bike and hike trails. Variety of fauna, flora and bird life. Restaurant, shop, laundromat is 500m away. Adventure activities to be booked. Town is 7km away.

Lagoonside - Torbie Apartment
The apartment is above our garage and we have the benefit of solar power. We're about 2-4km from shops and restaurants, beach and family-friendly activities like the famous Saturday morning markets. We offer good beds, peace and quiet, kayaking, (a 2man kayak available), natural surroundings central to the Garden Route, only a 20 minute drive to Knysna, which is half way to Plettenberg Bay. Also 15 minutes to Wilderness Village, 40 minutes to George airport and about an hour to Oudtshoorn

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!

Beach House Getaway - A Dreamer’s Paradise.
Welcome to 'Forever Ocean'! Enjoy calm beach walks, coffee in the garden while listening to the waves, and a general feeling of well-being. Our home is very private and lays on 800m2 of land for your sole use. Custom designed and newly built to comfortably accommodate up to 6 people. 'Forever Ocean' boasts a large inviting kitchen, an open plan living room, three beautiful bedrooms, three spacious bathrooms, an authentic cactus garden, and an easy path to the ocean. Fibre at 100Mbps

🌊Corada Guesthouse
At Corada Guesthouse, peace of mind is part of the scenery. Think of it as returning to a beloved grandmother’s home. Where time slows down, the décor tells stories, and dried flowers stand like gentle reminders of seasons preserved. Nestled on the Sedgefield Lagoon, Corada invites you to unwind on the veranda, glide across the water in one of our canoes, wander the quiet shoreline, or simply soak in the calm charm that fills every corner. We welcome you to our little vintage home.

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!

317 Crescent Cottage - Wilderness
Situated along the Wilderness Lagoon (Touwsriver) just a 1km scenic walk or a 2 minute drive from the Wilderness village. Take a quick 1 minute walk down to the Lagoon boardwalk, or enjoy the beautiful sunsets over the Lagoon from the cottage balcony. This beautiful cottage offers both indoor and outdoor living, newly decorated with a minimalistic, homely feel allowing you to have a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Tranquility at Its Finest - Kaaimans Kloof Villa
Kaaimans Kloof is a modern and charming Luxury Villa perched high up on the mountain side within a private nature reserve at the Map of Africa, Wilderness. This lovely holiday home is ideal for anyone looking for a peaceful break in the Garden Route, just 10 minutes from Wilderness Village and the beach. With no neighbors in sight, enjoy privacy as well as stunning views of the Kaaimans gorge and river below.

One of a Kind: Riverfront + Private Beach
Exceptionally rare. Unapologetically private. The Riverhouse sits directly on the river’s edge in the untouched Ballots Bay Nature Reserve, offering uninterrupted river and forest views with private beach access just moments away. While guests enjoy all the estate’s exclusive amenities, only two homes share this coveted riverfront position — making it one of the most exclusive stays in the reserve.
Popular amenities for lake access rentals in Wilderness
Lake access house rentals

Leisure Isle Retreat, Knysna, South Africa

Salt & Timber - A waterfront home on Thesen Island

Basic seaside cottage in Sedgefield

Paradise in Sedgefield

Relaxed holiday home - Knysna Heads

Beautiful Quiet Space for a couple.

Old belvidere, 4 bedroom house with lagoon view

Family gem on the island in Sedgefield
Apartment rentals with lake access

Thesen Island Luxury Penthouse

Equanimity - Stylish - 100m to beach - Fast Wifi

Little Patonis

in on the Island

The 596 Loft no loadshedding and uncapped Wi-Fi

Thesen Island, Knysna Lagoon Apt, On The Canals.

Sunshine, views, beach, kitchenette, bbq.

The Grey House - Apartment
Lake access cottage rentals

Spacious two bedroom, the perfect family hideaway.

Peaceful hideaway overlooking lagoon & near beach

Kaaimans River Villa - Kayaks, Hot Tub, Waterfall

Belvidere Manor Lagoon View Cottage

Birdsong, Secret Garden Cottage, Sedgefield

Bibi Ellipsis- peaceful & tranquil

Sedgefield Kingfisher Cottage - Kingfisher Drive

Garden Road Cottage in Belvidere Knysna
When is the best time to visit Wilderness?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £81 | £83 | £85 | £76 | £75 | £75 | £75 | £80 | £82 | £82 | £82 | £123 |
| 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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30 properties feature pools

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70 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
110 of Wilderness holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
Wilderness stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Glentana Beach
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- Knysna Quays Accommodation
- Wilderness Beach Front
- Robberg Nature Reserve
- Adventure Land
- Redberry Farm
- Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
- Cango Caves
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