This vacation home places you next to Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Featherbed Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Brenton Beach - 8 min drive - 2.2 miles
Knysna Waterfront - 25 min drive - 11.4 miles
Knysna Quays - 25 min drive - 11.4 miles
Getting around
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Seattle Coffee Company - 19 min drive
Salt & Petal - 20 min drive
34 Tapas & Oyster - 22 min drive
The Drydock Food Co - 21 min drive
Butterfly Blu Restaurant - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lagoon-Front 8-Sleeper Off-Grid Escape Holiday Home + Boat Mooring
Escape to this beautiful off-the-grid lagoon retreat, tucked away on the Western Head of Knysna Lagoon — near Brenton on Lake and Featherbed . Just 10 meters from the water’s edge, this self-catering family cottage opens directly onto the lagoon, where you can swim, fish, paddle, moor your boat, or simply relax on the small beach right outside. A private boat mooring is included.
The Space As you arrive, you step into a fully enclosed entertainment area – a relaxed indoor-outdoor space featuring a 12-seater dining bench, comfy couches, bar counter, and dartboard. Slide open the windows for fresh lagoon breezes, or head out onto the open balcony deck, where another big table invites long meals, sundowners, and connection with nature. Inside, the home has a fully equipped kitchen with: • Gas stove & oven • Gas geysers • Inverter and solar power backup • DSTV & WiFi
Bedrooms & Bathrooms Downstairs: • Room 1: Queen-size bed, en-suite with bath, shower, toilet & basin. • Room 2: Queen-size bed, en-suite with shower, toilet & basin. • Room 3: King-size bed (can convert into two singles) — ideal for kids or friends — en-suite with bath, shower & basin. Upstairs: • Room 4: A rustic, loft-style space – simple, quirky, and perfect for teens or extra guests. It gets warm in summer and chilly in winter, but there’s an inverter-powered aircon to keep you comfy. Please note: this room has no en-suite, but a separate bathroom with shower, toilet, and basin is just off the deck downstairs.
Outdoor Living The open balcony is made for lazy afternoons and big family braais. There’s: • A double built-in braai • A 12-seater outdoor table with comfy chairs • A Weber braai for casual grilling • A guest bathroom with shower, toilet & basin • Canoes, kneeboards & a few other fun extras
Special Features • This eco-friendly home runs completely off the grid, with solar power and rainwater tanks for a self-sufficient, low-impact lifestyle. • Access is part of the charm – the road meanders through some natural forest and shrubbery, so a higher-clearance vehicle is recommended. • This isn’t a shiny new villa – it’s a much-loved beach cottage, renovated but still full of character and history. It’s beautiful in its own way – think less 5-star hotel, more forest-lagoon magic and barefoot living.
Location Perks You’re just: • 25 minutes from Knysna by car • 5 minutes across the lagoon by boat • Close to Brenton on Lake, Brenton on Sea, and Belvidere
This is a truly unique place to unplug, recharge, and reconnect — with your people and with nature.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home in Knysna is within a 10-minute walk of Knysna Lagoon and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. You'll also find Featherbed Nature Reserve and Garden Route National Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Lagoon-Front 8-Sleeper Off-Grid Escape Holiday Home + Boat Mooring?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Lagoon-Front 8-Sleeper Off-Grid Escape Holiday Home + Boat Mooring have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), which is about 16.4 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lagoon-Front 8-Sleeper Off-Grid Escape Holiday Home + Boat Mooring?
Yes, every accommodation at Lagoon-Front 8-Sleeper Off-Grid Escape Holiday Home + Boat Mooring comes with a balcony.
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