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Knysna Manor House

19 Fichat Street Garden Route, Knysna 6571 South Africa
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#18 of 63 guest houses in Knysna
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Knysna Manor House is a 3 star, AA Highly Recommended Knysna guesthouse offering B&B accommodation on the Garden Route. It is a unique Bed and Breakfast that combines the charm of times gone by with modern amenities. Built in 1896, the guest house was the original home of the mayor of Knysna and was converted into a B&B in the 1980's. Knysna Manor House guesthouse is housed in a charming Victorian mansion located in the centre of town, overlooking the stunning Knysna Lagoon and is within a 2-5 minute walk of local shops, banks, craft markets, restaurants and the Knysna Waterfront.accommodation consists of 13 en-suite rooms that have all been lovingly furnished and equipped with modern amenities including tea trays, additional blankets, tea/coffee making facilities. The majority of these rooms have a mini fridge. We have now opened up a self catering flat, which can accommodate two adults and two children. Guests can enjoy "Free Wi-Fi" Internet access.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Patio
Board games / puzzles
Taxi service
Adults only
Car park
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Plunge pool
Bar / lounge
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Wine / champagne
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
Private check-in / check-out
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Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Desk
Housekeeping
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Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Bath / shower
Private bathrooms
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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3.0 of 5 stars
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa
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lglomm774855 wrote a review Jan 2024
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Location is nice enough. The owners are very friendly and outgoing. Suppose most of the rooms upstairs has a nice ambience and seems bright, but the rooms in the basement is really not that nice. They are old and worn down, dark and with barred windows. Has a mild scent of mold. So if one gets to stay in the rooms upstairs i suppose its a good place to stay when visiting Knysna. Breakfast wasnt my favorite, Choice of full English, omelette or French toast - had French toast, felt more like a savory eggy dish than sweet French toast.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 15 Jan 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent stay at our property. We genuinely appreciate all feedback as it helps us identify areas for improvement and ensure a better experience for our guests. We are delighted to hear that you found our location pleasant and that you experienced friendliness and warmth from our owners. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere, and it's wonderful to know that you felt a positive connection with our team. However, we deeply regret to learn that your experience in the downstairs rooms did not meet your expectations. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the condition of those rooms. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will be conducting a thorough assessment of those areas to address any issues promptly. We take cleanliness seriously, and we will be investigating the reported scent of mould to ensure the comfort of our guests. Regarding breakfast, we appreciate your feedback on the French toast. We regret that it did not meet your expectations, and we will certainly take this into consideration for future menu improvements. We aim to provide a diverse and satisfying dining experience for our guests, and your input is instrumental in helping us achieve that. We genuinely hope that this experience will not deter you from considering a return visit. Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us, and we are committed to making any necessary improvements. If you plan to visit Knysna again, we would be more than happy to ensure you have a more positive and enjoyable stay. Thank you once again for your feedback, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future. Best regards,
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vwendy735230 wrote a review Dec 2023
Johannesburg, South Africa1 contribution1 helpful vote
We used Knysna Manor House as a base for our stay on the Garden Route. It's an atmospheric 100 year old house, with attentive hosts that made our stay very comfortable. The House is within walking distance to the town centre and the Waterfront.
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Responded 01 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your very honest review and rating. Our staff like to make guests feel at home and Mandy and Richard are excellent hosts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Travel safe Gail
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GrahamPeters0957 wrote a review Nov 2023
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Firstly I would like to thank Richard and Mandy, and all their staff for a wonderful stay over a couple of nights during my South African adventure. Rooms were very clean and extremely comfortable. Enjoyed sitting on the veranda watching the world go past below. Loved the greeting flags at the reception it was like the United Nations that were staying. I would fully recommend Knysna Manor House. Thanks very much for making me feel very welcome.
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Responded 22 Nov 2023
Thank you Graham for the 5 star review and giving your honest feedback. Mandy and Richard are such an asset to our guesthouse, and the guests are always no 1. It is amazing how many international guests we have staying and they all love the old world charm of our historical guesthouse. We look forward to hosting more international and local guests in the upcoming festive season. Travel safe Gail
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brianI3336UO wrote a review Oct 2023
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Richard, Mandy and their team at Knysna Manor were brilliant hosts for our group of 11 to stopover for 2 nights in Knysna. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. Breakfasts were great. Facilities were spot on for what we needed. More than anything nothing was too troublesome - Richard and Mandy helped as with restaurant bookings, were flexible with our arrangements, and accommodated some last minute additions to our tour. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay there next time we golf in Knysna.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Responded 24 Oct 2023
Wow Brian, I knew that Richard and Mandy were brilliant hosts, but your review proves that they go over and above what one would normally expect. So glad that they managed to accommodate all your golfers. We have had quite a few golf tours in the past and feedback from the groups was that it was a perfect spot to base yourself whilst playing many of the magnificent courses in the Garden Route. We look forward to hosting you and your golfing buddies again. Travel safe Gail
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cherylbbp6s36eq22023 wrote a review Sept 2023
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What a beautiful location. I loved the homely atmosphere. Reminded me so much of childhood visits to grandparents. Very nostalgic for me to be surround by furniture and decor that was so familiar. Really a beautiful place.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Responded 12 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Cheryl, Wow, so glad that our guesthouse invoked pleasant childhood memories. We have tried to keep our beloved guesthouse in the theme of the era in which it was built in the late 1800's. Guests love the original yellowwood floors and homely atmosphere that my amazing managers, Richard and Mandy have created. They are amazing hosts and will do anything to assist guests and ensure that they feel at home. Thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you back again the the future. Travel safe Gail
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141sgm wrote a review Jul 2023
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Friendly, helpful service! We enjoyed our stay and will return to explore Knysna again! Breakfast was great giving sufficient choices. As we only stayed overnight, we did not get to experience everything on offer.
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Responded 25 Jul 2023
Thank you for your very kind words and compliments regarding our historical Knysna Manor House guesthouse. We value your feedback and hope to bed able to host you again. Travel safe Gail
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burnw00d wrote a review Jul 2023
Prince Albert, South Africa1 contribution
💛 🕊️ 🌟 🪴 Dear Crystal, Greetings filled with warmth and joy! I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the truly magical and enchanting stay that John and I had in the midst of the peaceful ambiance of the Knysna Manor House. Your warm, charming, kind and considerate manner made our time there an absolute joy. We feel incredibly fortunate to have experienced your hospitality. One of the highlights of our stay was the delightful picnic we had in the enchanting 'Belvedere' area, nestled next to the picturesque Anglican chapel adorned with stunning stained glass windows. To our sheer delight, we found ourselves surrounded by tame guinea fowl, partridge, and elegant long-necked cranes. It was a moment of pure bliss, feeling so connected to nature in such a serene setting. I sincerely hope that this message conveys the peaceful and dreamy atmosphere that enveloped us during our time at the Knysna Manor House. Every aspect of our stay, from the idyllic surroundings to the exceptional service you provided, left an indelible mark on our hearts. Once again Chrystal, I extend my heartfelt thanks to you, on behalf of both John and myself, for creating such a delightful experience during our stay. Your presence and care made our time at the Knysna Manor House truly unforgettable. We will cherish the memories we made there for years to come. Warmest regards, 💛 Christopher 🕊️ 🌟
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Responded 21 Jul 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are so glaf that our staff made you feel at home and that you enjoyed your time spent with us. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Safe travels Gail
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jviljo415450 wrote a review Jul 2023
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Our hosts were very friendly and extremely helpful in helping preparing for the Knysna Marathon. They prepared oatmeal for breakfast and fresh fruit for our race. The fire place created a very cozy atmosphere during the cold and wet weather conditions. We can highly recommend the Knysna Manor House!
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Responded 17 Jul 2023
Thank you so much, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, especially the "special breakfast" that we prepared for our Marathon runners. We aim to make our guests feel at home by creating a homely environment, the fire certainly assists us on those cold, wet days. It was great to have a crowd sitting around the fire and and bar, sharing their experiences of the race. Hope to see you again next year. Travel safe Gail
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dsmith984581 wrote a review Jun 2023
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Warm welcome and given lots of useful information. Room was very well equipped including the lamp for the load sharing times! Good location for Knysna and for trips. We were looked after very well. It felt like we were staying with our parents.
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Responded 16 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your very kind words and top review score. We are so glad that everything was to your satisfaction, including the emergency lights that we provide in each room. Our aim is to make you feel at home, and it seems that our managers, Mandy and Richard made you feel welcome. We look forward to hosting you or your family or friends again. Travel safe Gail
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KARTIK18 wrote a review Apr 2023
Ahmedabad, India6 contributions
The Hosts were lovely ,they even let us change the rooms ,to our liking ,as a few friends had trouble in climbing stairs with bags, the place is in a quiet lane ,yet close by ,its what we wanted ,the b/fast was decent enough ,and freshly made to order .The hosts even let us use ,another bathroom ,which had a shower cubicle ,as Ours had only a bath tub and a hand shower.
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Responded 22 Apr 2023
Our managers, Richard and Mandy most certainly will go out of their way to do anything to assist our guests. So glad that they could accommodate you and went the extra mile so that you could make use of another bathroom for use of the shower. We hope to be able to host you again. Travel safe Gail
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Frequently Asked Questions about Knysna Manor House
Which popular attractions are close to Knysna Manor House?
Nearby attractions include Pledge Nature Reserve (0.2 km), The Wool Shop (0.3 km), and Pirates Cove Cafe (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Knysna Manor House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Knysna Manor House?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, blackout curtains, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Knysna Manor House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Knysna Manor House?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Knysna Manor House?
Conveniently located restaurants include African Bean, Bloo Bistro World cafe, and Olde's Pub and Grill.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Knysna Manor House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Knysna Manor House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Knysna.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Knysna Manor House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Knysna Manor House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting St George's Anglican Church (0.5 km).
Does Knysna Manor House have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.