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Thesen Islands Holiday House

Vacation home in Knysna with kitchen

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Standard House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

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2 bedroomsSleeps 4140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Thesen Islands Holiday House

Vacation home in Knysna with kitchen
A rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden are available at this vacation home. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills. The vacation home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and an espresso maker. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer espresso makers and safes. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Umbrellas
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • Pay movies

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Thesen Islands Holiday House Knysna
Thesen Islands Holiday
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Private vacation home Thesen Islands Holiday House
Thesen Islands Holiday House Knysna
Thesen Islands Holiday Knysna
Thesen Islands House Knysna
Thesen Islands Holiday House Knysna
Thesen Islands Holiday House Private vacation home
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About the neighborhood

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8 Mill Way, Saffron Island, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Thesen Island - 1 min walk
  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk
  • Knysna Quays - 15 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 15 min walk
  • Leisure Isle - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Nest Food Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thesen Islands Holiday House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thesen Islands Holiday House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thesen Islands Holiday House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Thesen Islands Holiday House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thesen Islands Holiday House located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is steps from Thesen Island and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Quays are also within 15 minutes.

Thesen Islands Holiday House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Misrepresentation Galore
Our holiday started off great with a beautiful sunset and effortless checkin. The unit is beautiful with everything one could need. The location is perfect as it is close to shops and restaurants. We specifically booked this unit, as we have done before, due it being advertised as PET FRIENDLY - the disclaimer clearly indicated pets stay for free. Our dogs barked at the neighbour’s dog - as dogs do - which resulted in a complaint to security and the agent. We were informed that pets are not allowed, estate rules, and we should vacate the unit. No solutions or alternatives offered, no apologies, nor any ownership taken for the misrepresentation of the listing. We were not allowed to stay there with our pets, regardless of the fact that the unit was advertised as pet friendly. Before we were packed up to leave the listing disclaimer was changed to no pets allowed. Utterly disappointed in the agency and the manner in which this was handled. This misrepresentation left a sour aftertaste. Note: Hotels.com effortlessly assisted us afterwards with a refund.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., Bournemouth

Wonderful House
We had a wonderful stay at this house..It was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. It was very secure on the Island. We will stay longer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely house in a secure estate, perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
Amazing place: clean , exceptionally well equipped in a secure , clean and lovely area. Would highly recommend Communication brilliant : made my birthday extra special thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
Fantastic, spacious house. Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Quintin, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible location and even better service!
We visited Knysna from the UK for a 4 week break to visit family and one of our stops was the Thesen Island Holiday House. I have stayed at many places through my travels and can say with confidence that Estelle gave us world class service and the stay was unforgettable. The house is immaculate and in pristine condition. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a hassle free holiday in one of the best locations in Knysna to book at Thesen Island Holiday House. Estelle will go out of her way to ensure everything is perfect and exceed your expectations!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top Einrichtung, sichere Lage, Restaurants in Laufweite, perfekt
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft war der gemütlich und hat uns ein heimisches Gefühl vermittelt. Toll!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jana M., Unterhaching

Perfect holiday
Beautiful and safe house with everything you can think of and more - just perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018