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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 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 double bed
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
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
High score for Knysna
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Samantha
    South Africa South Africa
    absolutely amazing. perfect location, well stocked fridge. everything we could want on a holiday
  • Fabian
    Germany Germany
    Mark and his wife and team are such great hosts! excellent recommendations to do things around nysna but also for the rest of our trip, they book best restaurants for you and the breakfast is amazing. we stayed in two rooms and extended after...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property run by a warm friendly couple and their amazing staff, the rooms are stunning as are the views. Fantastic breakfast freshly prepared with huge choice of options. A must stay if you are visiting Knysna!

Host Information

9.7
9.7
Host review score
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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kanonkop House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

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
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski school
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules

Kanonkop House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 12:00

 

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 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.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 7 and older are allowed)

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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

FAQs about Kanonkop House

  • Room options at Kanonkop House include:

    • Suite
    • Villa

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

  • Kanonkop House is 1.6 miles from the centre of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kanonkop House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Foot massage
    • Manicure
    • Body treatments
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Facial treatments
    • Light therapy
    • Walking tours
    • Hand massage
    • Pedicure
    • Swimming Pool
    • Horse riding
    • Head massage
    • Beauty Services
    • Beach
    • Waxing services
    • Full body massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Neck massage

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

  • Guests staying at Kanonkop House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.