5 George Avenue Leisure Isle, Leisure Isle, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
#12 of 286 Holiday rentals in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 86 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 August 2025
Hanslyn
South AfricaThe location is good. We rode around the island using the bikes provided. Short walk to the water. Lots of privacy. Ample wood for the braai as well as the fireplace . The place is big enough that you can have your own space for a bit. The shower is the best, nice and high up, so it feels like you are in a waterfall . Tendai and Recent are both exceptional at what they do. Really made us feel welcome.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Angus
South AfricaThat I didnt stay longer! A nice big comfy couch would be great, but maybe not enough space. Outdoor couch or lounger?
The private enclosed layout, perfect for pets Modern finishes, very well equipped, glorious shower Facilities are great! Pool, laundry, bicycle hire. Location is spectacular. Leisure Island is incredibly beautiful. Super close to the heads viewing points up the hill.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Kate
United KingdomWonderful hosts. Very generous, good communication and friendly. Would definitely recommend staying at The Nest.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Njozela
South AfricaGreat location with awesome people. Loved the bikes and kayaks
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 July 2025
Van
BotswanaNothing to complain about
Impeccable service by our host. Our unit is clean and well equipped for the stay. We had access to free bikes to explore the island, which was a nice touch. Highly recommended, and we would most certainly stay there again in future.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 4 July 2025
Botha
South AfricaTendai was just the best. She was very friendly and very accommodating. The place was lovely and the location was just so special
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 May 2025
Nicolemaistry
South AfricaWe loved everything. Only, the WiFi was poor and on the last day we had low water pressure.
Stunning accommodation and friendly staff. We loved the facilities and made use of the bikes and kayaks. Recent was a wonderful host and helped with everything we needed. The area around is peaceful and quiet and the accommodation was peaceful, clean and everything we needed.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Driaan
South AfricaThe property was good with good hosts and very clean facilities. They even borrowed us cycles to explore the town.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Tadale
South AfricaNothing
Facilities Neatness and comfort Full DSTV Fireplace Privacy Stunning location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 10 April 2025
Alan
South AfricaIdyllic! A haven of peace!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Giordi
South AfricaEverything was perfect
That it was located so close to the water , parks for the dogs and so peaceful
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Vinit
United KingdomNothing
Everything. Amazing host and staff. Room was perfect, clean, comfortable and equipped with all the essential things you need. Lots of free facilities to use including bikes and pool, but we especially loved trying out SUP when the tide was in. Leisure Island is a lovely, peaceful location, a short drive from Kynsna central/waterfront. Highly recommend the Nest, mostly because Tendai and the staff are so accommodating and helpful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Pierre
FranceVery nice and lovely and understanding team ! keep up the good work ! thank you and see you soon hopefully
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Devona
South AfricaThe property had a great location, clean facilities, and friendly staff. The room was spacious, well-maintained, with a comfortable bed and modern amenities. The atmosphere was quiet and perfect for a peaceful stay.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 25 July 2024
Tehilah
South AfricaThat I couldn't stay longer...
I loved everything about The Nest. It was the perfect place to spend my birthday. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The Nest is beautifully decorated. The electric blankets was a added bonus at night. I love the bicycles, and the setting of Leisure Isle Collective is just amazing and peaceful. It's my go to spot in Knysna.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Bruce
South AfricaNOTHING
GREAT LOCATION ON LEISURE ISLAND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF EVERYTHING, BEACH, RESTAURANT, COFFEE SHOP
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Refiloe
South AfricaTendai was a gracious host. Her place was comfortable and spacious for my partner and I
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Seema
South AfricaNothing, it’s perfect
Private space for ourselves
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Hester
South AfricaWe loved our stay at The Nest! We were greeted at reception, shown around the property and all its facilities and given the keys to our room. The room was spotless and very cozy! The location is also great. We thoroughly enjoyed riding the bikes around the island, dipping in the pool, and taking out the kayaks to the river!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Tracy
South AfricaI was so pleasantly surprised when I arrived, the room far exceeded my expectation.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Avi
IsraelNothing! It was really one of the best stays we had.
Very nice flat located on the Leisure Island. The staff was really helpful with the laundry and also offered us activities with Kayaks and bicycles that we could used, and we gladly used!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Lucy
United KingdomMinor thing of no dishcloth to clean surfaces
Really cute space with lots of light and 2 minutes walk to the water where you can kayak and swim. Also loved taking the bikes out for a cycle around the island
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Chane
South AfricaWas greeted by Recent he was a very good and friendly host , everything was neat and clean. He showed us around and answered all our questions. There are bicycles and kayaks that you can use and there is also a laundry service free to use on the premises. Beautiful place.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Debbie
United StatesAbsolutely loved hiking the St. Blaize trail. This property is within walking distance! Don't miss it!
Stayed in October 2023
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