21 Boekenhout Ave, Upper Old Place, Knysna, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
#27 of 286 Holiday rentals in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 115 apartment reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 May 2025
Susan
South AfricaEveryting was fine
It was a well equipped, beautiful place
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Nicole
South AfricaNothing
The room was so lovely. Kitty was a sweatheart. Location was central
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Lusanda
South AfricaThe host is very warm and welcoming. We were running late and she was very patient, she had all the informative brochures with interesting areas we can visit with kids to enjoy Knysna. She is such a friendly host. I enjoyed my stay with family and kids enjoyed the garden and pool. The facility is well equipped and makes it a pleasant stay, well maintained and clean.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Petro
South AfricaNothing to complain about
Home away from home. Kitty is a very friendly host and I will recommend her property to my friends
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Emerentia
South AfricaN/a
Spacious apartment, private.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 23 February 2025
Sarah
United StatesThe mattress needs replacing. Dogs outside were noisy early in the morning so sleeping in wasn’t possible
Beautiful apartment, nice pool, great location. Host was very welcoming and gave us lots of tips on what to do in the area.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Georgina
South AfricaThere was nothing I didn't like about the stay. Everything exceeded my expectations.
The location is perfect—peaceful yet close to everything. The cottage was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The pool was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing. Kitty, who made the experience even better with her warm hospitality and friendliness.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Mihail
SwitzerlandMy second stay here, and again delighted. Everything there and working. Fantastic host. Warmly recommended.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
Vida
South AfricaNothing
The location was perfect to explore Knysna and surrounding area. The apartment was clean. Kitty was friendly and helpful. The pool was nice. There was free and secure parking. Everything we needed.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Courtenay
South AfricaFootprints of knysna is a lovely accommodation, our comfortable apartment had everything we needed as well as a lovely pool and garden and a breathtaking view of the knysna lagoon!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 24 December 2024
Brent
South AfricaNo issues
Had everything that we needed.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 24 December 2024
Janine
South AfricaEverything, from the comfotable beds to the beautiful backyard and easy accessibility to the main road. Kitty was a darling and helped with directions on where to buy food even though we checked in later than expected due to bad road over Prince Alfred Pass.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 23 December 2024
Kim
South AfricaWe loved the charming appartment, it had everything one needs and everything worked. It was kept neat and tidy and staff were all very friendly. The views and garden were lovely and we enjoyed swimming in the pool. We were located well to get around to restaurants, shops etc.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Maria
GermanyAlthough quiet, the location requires that you basically drive everywhere that you might want to go. This is pretty typical in South Africa, but Europeans might need to get used to this. It is however pretty well-located in the middle of all the good stuff to do, so you'll seldom be driving for longer than 30 mins to get to everything.
The place was large and pretty well-equipped, as well as located in a fairly quiet neighbourhood. Our host was also very friendly and happy to provide recommendations of things to do around town.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Hennie
South AfricaThe steps up to the accommodation are steep and have to be negotiated with great care, especially for older people as my wife and I are.
My high overall score is based entirely on the host, Kitty. She's a star! The garden is stunning and the view over that and the lagoon and heads in the distance is a very pleasing aspect.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2024
Glen
United KingdomBed was a bit too creaky / noisy.
Beautiful views over the bay, with a great space to sit outside and enjoy them. Host was extremely friendly, helpful and accomodating.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 1 December 2024
Ingrid
South AfricaFootprints is located in a very beautiful area with an amazing view of the lagoon, very close to everything. The bed was very comfortable, everything was there, even a little jar of herbs for cooking. Kitty was so friendly and we just loved our short stay and felt like staying longer but had to move along. There was also braaing facilities. We just loved lazing around the lovely pool, basking in the warm sun. Thank you for making our stay so pleasurable. We will be back♡♡
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 19 November 2024
Saffatraveller
South AfricaKitty was an amazing host. The apartment was comfortable and had everything we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and garden area.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 22 October 2024
Happyvedra
South AfricaNot really. No one bothered me Was able to come and go as I please. Everything was nice and clean.
The place was nice and homely. Had everything I needed. Hostess was very helpful.i would advise anyone to check out the place
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 24 September 2024
Paula
BrazilBed is not so confortable
Location and the view
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 August 2024
Wolfgang
GermanyKitty, the owner, was very friendly and supportive even so one of her most beloved dogs just has died. It is a nice appartment with a good view and which is rather quiet. I needed that. It is my day 10 and 11 in South Africa and for the First time I got a really good sleep.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 July 2024
Chaunre
South AfricaMy wife and I enjoyed the stunning view while my son loved the pool
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Silkecol
South AfricaThe host Kitty was warm and welcoming. The accommodation has everything we needed. The bed was really comfortable.There was DSTV to watch sport and our deck overlooked the garden and sparkling pool and in the distance we could see the lagoon.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Anine
South African/a
Stayed in June 2024
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