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Paradise at Kanonkop House

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 04 Feb 2025via mobile
Mark and Adèle run Kanonkop House with a local team, they call their family. From the moment of pick up at George airport Mark inundates you with suggestions, tips and plans for your stay. There is not an hour going by without surprise. Kanonkop House rooms are close to perfect. We stayed at the Diamond Suite overlooking the lagoon enjoying the sunrise and the sunset. Every breakfast is a new adventure. The Boma nights are a true treat on their own with a braai and followed by a six course meal. If somebody wants to find out what paradise would look like, we suggest to visit Kanonkop House. This quite sure might not be our last stay at this magnificent place.
Date of stay: January 2025
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this review
Responded 05 Feb 2025
Wow Wow Wow

What an amazing review. We sincerely do hope that we will see you again. The saying goes that you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend. 100% true in your case and both Adele and I will remember your days at Kanonkop House with fond memories. See you again in 2026!

Biggest hugs from all of us here.
Mark Conyers
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Reviewed 1 February 2025 via mobile

Our lagoon facing suite didn’t disappoint !
Plenty of space, chic decor and great bathroom.

The owners, Mark & Adele and their lovely team gave us a warm welcome, hugs on departure and couldn’t do enough for us

5 stars for cleanliness, service with a big smile and great food.

Thank you all, we’ll be back for longer next time! Bev & Brian

Date of stay: January 2025
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2025

Dear Bev and Brian

Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It means the world to us and we will certainly pass on your best wishes and thanks to the entire team. We hope to see you again in the not-too-distant future.

Warmest regards
Mark and Adele Conyers

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Reviewed 30 January 2025

This was our first stop on our visit to South Africa and it certainly set an exceptional standard to follow. From the moment we arrived Mark, Adele and their team, who have worked there for many years, gave us 100% hospitality and service. Our room was outstanding and overlooked the lagoon. If you are visiting the garden route and Knysna, this is the place to stay without doubt. We will definitely be returning and this wonderful guest house will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you again.

Date of stay: January 2025
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded 1 February 2025

Dear Voyager

What an amazing review - Thank you for taking the time to write. We loved hosting your stay here with us and will look very forward to you returning............ hopefully soon.

Warmest regards from my entire team.
Mark, Adele and all the Kanonkop House staff

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Reviewed 2 December 2024

Kanonkop House is amazing; the service and hospitality we received was outstanding. Everyone makes you feel 100% at home, 100% of the time. This was the first location we stayed at on our first visit to South Africa and they set the standard very high indeed.

Room tip: Great Location to start a South Africa holiday - very relaxing and amazing service
Date of stay: November 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded 4 December 2024

Dear 716clivef

Thank you for taking the time to write such a special review. I will make sure we share this with our staff. I am delighted you had a super stay with us. It gets better and better every time you come back..........

Until Next Time

Happy Christmas and Festive seasons greetings.
Mark and Adele Conyers

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Reviewed 1 December 2024 via mobile

Exceptional place with fantastic hospitality! Mark, Adele, Rocco and the rest of the Kanankop team were really friendly and nothing was too much trouble. This place a real crown the jewel! We did not want to leave the fantastic views and great breakfasts. The pool was heated which was amazing. Such a relaxing few days we spent at this exquisite place. We’ll definitely be back here and would highly recommend this place!

Date of stay: December 2024
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded 4 December 2024

Dear Rumpel2018

Thank you for such a stunning review. The heated pool has certainly been a great hit :)
I will definitely let the staff know how much you appreciated their hospitality. Most have been with me for more than 15 / 20 years and feel like they are part of our family.

We hope to see you again in the not too distant future.

Warmest regards and many festive greetings from all of us here at Kanonkop House
Mark, Adele and the entire team.

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Reviewed 30 November 2024

Absolute Best place we have stayed in out of 8 others this time around.Both Mark and Adel were so very helpful and a delight to talk to.I was overwhelmed with their hospitality.The actual guest house has a picture postcard view of the lagoon.Wine and refreshments are on offer throughout the day.You will not be dissapointed.

Room tip: Make sure you spend an extra day.Also restaurant to go to would be Serco. Amazing food and hospitality.
Date of stay: November 2024
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Mark Conyers, Owner at Kanonkop Guest House, responded to this reviewResponded 2 December 2024

Dear Bhakoo8

What a stunning review to read on a Monday morning- Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely comment. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and we will look very forward to welcoming you back to Kanonkop House.

Enjoy the rest of your travels in our beautiful country.
Warmest regards
Mark, Adele and all the Kanonkop House staff.

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