Located in the Leisure Isle district of Knysna, 12onParkesLane offers accommodation in a private residential home, 3 km from Knysna Heads. The separate guest rooms have a flat-screen TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with shower. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Knysna's Waterfront is within 15 minutes drive. The nearest airport is George Airport, 76 km from the property.

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

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Knysna, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Knysna
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mandy
    South Africa South Africa
    The location was excellent. 2min walk to the lagoon. Lovely on Leisure island.
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location to the friends we were visiting. Lovely and quiet. Plenty of coffee/tea, bar fridge.
  • Claudia
    Germany Germany
    The location is great for a stay on Leisure Island and we enjoyed it very much! Room is nice, very clean and friendly.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Paula and Roland Munro

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score

Paula and Roland Munro
Enjoy island living at its best when you book your holiday at 12onParkesLane - our guest rooms on Leisure Island in Knysna, in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route National Park.  STAY AT 12onParkes Lane Our two well-appointed and comfortable en-suite rooms - ‘Mist’ and ‘Cloud’ - offer peaceful, comfortable island accommodation. Our home and rooms are Solar Powered, so no Loadshedding whilst you stay with us! Both rooms have super-fast wifi, DSTV (full bouquet), tea and coffee stations, bar fridges, queen-size beds, and bathrooms with showers. Unfortunately we don’t offer meals or catering, but you’ll find four superb eateries within walking distance - on the Island, just around the corner! With your hosts resident on site, we’re here to offer suggestions about how to make the best of your time in Knysna… although ‘do as little as possible’ might just be the advice you need... Welcome to 12onParkes Lane - Welcome to Leisure Island - Welcome to Knysna!
I am an entrepeneur and Industrial Psychologist by trade. I have run numerous of my own businesses, but currently run my own Consulting Company, consulting in the mining industry in South Africa and Africa. My wife Paula, is a retired teacher.
The Knysna Lagoon - one of the most important features of the National Park - laps the shore just a few hundred metres from our front door.  Without ever getting into your car, here you can enjoy lazing on the beach, you can pad around in the shallow water at low tide and swim at high tide, you can stroll around the neighbourhood and have a drink or a meal at one of the local coffee shops (there’s very little traffic on Leisure Isle); you can spend some quality time birdwatching in Steenbok Nature Reserve (also on the Island); or you can just chill with a book on a bench under a tree... And when the tide goes out, you can walk across the sand to the famous Knysna Heads - which, as the old folks used to say, truly is, ‘The world’s most spectacular portal to the sea.’  LOCATION: Knysna is situated about 70 km from the closest domestic airport (in the city of George), 500 km by road from Cape Town, and 280 km from Port Elizabeth.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of 12onParkesLane
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free WiFi 32 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

12onParkesLane takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 09:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Bankcard 12onParkesLane accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform 12onParkesLane in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about 12onParkesLane

  • Room options at 12onParkesLane include:

    • Double

  • 12onParkesLane is 2.5 miles from the centre of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 750 yards from 12onParkesLane. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • 12onParkesLane offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • The prices at 12onParkesLane may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at 12onParkesLane is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.