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Reviews of Syringa Cottage Family Hideaway

21 Salie Avenue, 6571 Knysna, South Africa

#16 of 286 Holiday rentals in Knysna

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Review score

Based on 57 apartment reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    10
    Family stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Neat and Tidy. Excellent location. Everything was so well organized. Would recommend 100%

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    8.0
    The host and the property were exceptional.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing.

    The host is exceptional. The property is so homely and warm, me and my friends felt at home. The home is well equipped and our stay was lovely.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    9.0
    A very good choice for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Access to garden

    The apartment is very well appointed, with all the facilities you could need. The location is good for access to the town centre and leisure activities. The hosts were charming and went out of their way to be helpful.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2025

    10
    Would come again, if I visited Knysna
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    "Excellent location and extraordinary amenities of the holiday apartment. Everything was perfect and very clean. Rating: 10 out of 10!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful time, thanks a lot for everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Monkeys sometimes visited us. Nothing bad, just a bit surprising.

    Almost everything, Heather is a great host, so organised and gentle. Fantastic bed, good linen. Full bouquet dstv. Good wifi. We were very happy with this place.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything. I was tempted to stay there forever! It is perfect.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    10
    Cozy beautyfull place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Lovely view! Cozy place and everything you need is inside, host very kind and helpfull, swimming pool for the hot days are available, chilling on the deck and watch the birds and blue apes was amazing.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2024

    10
    Absolutely incredible!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was absolutely nothing we didn't like.

    Everything was so perfect! We didn't need a thing and it was so beautiful and clean! The pictures don't do this place justice! The host is such a lovely person. We will definitely be back!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2024

    10
    It was fantastic! We will definitely be coming back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly owner and great service for our check-in. Everything is nice and clean and have everything thing and more we could think of or needed! Very friendly and helpful staff!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2024

    10
    Amazing!!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a perfect place to stay. The Lady of the house is so lovely. The apartment is amazing , fully equipped . Our only regret was not staying longer :)

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything, particularly the lovely setting. Heather, the host, is most welcoming.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2024

    10
    Absolutely amazing experience, from the host to the accomodation- everything was perfect
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing, everything was beautiful.

    The place is absolutely stunning. The host is very professional and very friendly. i couldnt have booked a better place for my colleagues. I loved absolutely everything. Zero complains, The definition of perfection is the Stuart's place. I knew nothing about Knysna and this was a work trip but im definitely coming back for a vacation.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ñothing. I loved everything

    The attention to detail was fantastic. Heather was awesome and friendly. Will definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely comfortable accommodation. Nice and quiet area . Loads of wonderful appliances. The hostess Heather a lovely lady who goes the extra mile . Many thanks Heather

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful, helpful and friendly host, went the extra mile and everything was absolutely perfect and clean. Everything you need is there and we had a awesome time. The place is beautiful and the location is stunning. Loved every minute of our stay.. Will defnitely be back!!!!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cozy and comfortable

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds was soooooo nice and comfortable....Heather you and hubby are very kind and very helpful just love you guys..Thanks for everything

    Everything...beautiful,clean,comfortable and very well equipped

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A home away from home, with everything you need and more. Heather has thought of every detail to make our stay a pleasure. From the electric blankets on all the beds to the treats in the kitchen. Thank you for having us.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great host, very friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend. We will visit again

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I love everything. The house is comfortable and there is everything inside the house you could think of and more. While the whole of South Africa have loadshedding, you don't. The perfect place for any day of the year. It exceeded my expectations.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    8.0
    We loved the place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was self catering We were met by Jenna who took us through the apartment and explained how everything work . Heather came by later to introduced herself Every one was so welcoming and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    10
    Awesome stay
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tap water, or the shower water used to smell, as we discussed with Heather we were informed its the same across Kynsna as they have been facing draught since couple of years.

    Heather & Jenna the host were amazing. They had taken care of everything what one would think of for their guests., Very friendly and helpful all the time. Before our arrival Heather ensured she sent all details about the apartment , the various shops, restaurants, places to visit , excursions etc everything in detailed to us. which came as quiet handy. Water to drink, ample of inverter lights, a gas stove etc all came as a boon as you don't feel like there is any load shedding There was a washing Machine inside the apartment, just as a courtesy they got our clothes tumble dry at their own house which was next door. Infact the best thing about this place is it's located in a quiet surrounding very well secured and the host stay in the same premise in another house. The balcony on the 1st floor with the living room is cherry on Pie, it's surrounded by trees and the view is of the backyard.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Could do with blackout curtains in bedroom as security light really bright.

    well equipped and peaceful with comfortable beds and no real impact due to load shedding. Had a good stay and was in perfect location close to town. Very secure.

    Stayed in May 2023

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