12 Sun Valley Drive, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
#1 of 286 Holiday rentals in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 122 apartment reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.9
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Marcellene
South AfricaAll of it 😂 The warm welcome, the homemade strawberry 🍓 jam, delicious. Mel and Tina are so friendly and show so much kindness. We would definitely go back. Thank you again
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Claudia
ItalyWe visited in winter, and the house was a bit cold, although the heated bedding made sleeping wonderfully comfortable!
The apartment was spacious, well-kept, and spotless. The owners live upstairs and are incredibly kind and always available. We had a wonderful stay! Loved the heated beddings!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Oswaldo
BrazilAbsolutely nothing
Very very very friendly owners (we gave them a hard time with a jumper left behind, sorry!). Loved the garden´s wildlife and the amazing bread with cherry jam.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Preanka
South AfricaNothing
It was comfortable and cosy with alot of personal touches to make our stay extra special. A fresh loaf of bread on arrival and a great smile. I just love the deco and warmth the little apparent had. Extra Special
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Hedy
South AfricaThe host is responsive and easy to communicate.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Elisabeth
NetherlandsNothing
Excellent hosts, so warm en welcoming. We got very nice bread with homemade jam and other extras such as sweets. Nice appartment on walking distance from the harbour. The appartment is nice and warm with electric heaters and blankets during the winter. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Mvalo
South AfricaWith my allergies citronella smell around the room was a little disturbing to my sinuses
Loved the interior 👌 classy and stylish reminded me of my trip to Paris. There was a feel of French style. The rooms have wall heating heater and electric blanket we did not feel the cold, ooh the owner even provided nice homemade bread and homemade jam which added to this French style.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Ayo
South AfricaNothing!
Beautiful property! Hosts were so warm and welcoming. Super accomodating. Beds were comfy and property was stocked with everything you could need! Electric blankets much needed. Close to the waterfront.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Thomalene
South AfricaNothing
Excellent location. We liked everything.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Susan
South AfricaVery well equipped, good location, great hosts
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Lee-ann
South Africaeverything, quirky, comfortable, friendly hosts
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Alta
South AfricaEverything was perfect!!
Tina & Mel were excellent hosts. From the bread, jam & butter to having our car washed🙂 we had an amazing stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Luciana
BrazilVery cozy and beautiful place! Tina and her husband was very kind to us! She made an amazing strawberry jam that we ate with some delicious bread that she kindly gave us! The location was perfect! Very calm neighbourhood and close to restaurants and places that we planned to visit in the garden route! Thanks for everything Tina!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 July 2025
Debra
South AfricaAn absolutely beautiful space, thank you Mel and Tina for making our stay so special.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
David
United KingdomCost comfortable apartment Everything we needed for a night stopover was there including a fresh bread .. And the electric blanket for the bed was a winner
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Graham
South AfricaThe winter cold weather did put a little damper on outdoor activities.
Very comfortable. Very convenient for everything. All the amenities you could think of and more. Very helpful and friendly hosts.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 7 June 2025
Ramesh
IndiaNothing
This is a phenomenal property.. The property is tastefully done, very cosy and all the amenities have been thoughtfully provided. The hosts are the nicest people and their hospitality is unmatched . They were generous to provide complementary food items to delight us. It was a delightful stay. Hopefully we will return someday.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Abdool
South AfricaNone to complain about.
The host was amazing, welcoming and warm. Host provided us with a Freshly baked bread, with some home made Jam....delicious!!!. Comfort of home was amazing, didn't want to leave. Thank you!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 28 May 2025
Yves
FranceAn incredibly well-decorated apartment with extremely hospitable hosts. Tina and Mel are seriously taking care of their guests. My mother was amazed that nothing was missing in this apartment. The attention to detail is outstanding, both regarding the beauty of the inside of the apartment and the functionality of it. The apartment is also very well located extremely close to a nice walking path along the lagoon and also within walking distance of the quays/ waterfront of Knysna.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 23 May 2025
Abhishek
IndiaBest place. Host was wonderful, gave some really good information. Wish to come back again
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 4 May 2025
Zaida
South AfricaComfortable and every small detail was catered for.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 April 2025
Adelia
South AfricaWOW! Absolutely beautiful, awesome, comfortable, clean and homely. Awesome owners, very helpful and kind. Definitely coming back again.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 15 April 2025
Brigitte
GermanyNothing, it was just perfect for us.
We felt at home, the accommodation was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Tina and Mel were most kind and extremely helpful. We loved and appreciated the homemade bread and jam. The garden is a little paradise, all the different birds and the lovely decorations.The location was beautiful. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Nazia
South AfricaThere was nothing not to like. Everything was perfect.
The hosts were such wonderful people. We had an amazing stay at La Lupa Nera. Everything you needed and more was available. We were short of nothing.. We loved all our spoils such as fresh Ciabatta, home made jam , butter, fresh flowers, chocolate and fruits. Would definitely recommend everyone to stay here.
Stayed in April 2025
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