Beautiful Knysna Villas
“Om” (‘exhale’) onThesen Island

Villas - Waterways Island Villa

Enjoy a resort lifestyle from this sophisticated yet soulful haven with direct access to the waters of a canal de sac on secure and safe Thesen Islands.

This spacious villa suits a small family or a larger group and there is room to work, play, snooze or socialise – inside and outside.  All the communal areas of the house connect to the outdoors with deep shaded verandas and water views on one side and the pool and enclosed garden on the other side.

The private jetty attached to house gives guests direct access to the waterways of Thesen Island and a SUP and kayak are included for the enjoyment of guests.  Guests can moor their own boat or your hosts can arrange for a private luxury speed boat to collect you from the villa for a guided tour the Knysna lagoon.

Walk or cycle the island pathways to the many shops, eateries and activities of Thesen Island and the Knysna waterfront precinct, or enjoy the island facilities including squash courts, tennis courts, putting green, children’s park area and beach and bbq areas free of charge to guests.  The villa has 2 complimentary adult bicycles and there is secure storage for guests private bicycles.

Choose ‘Luxury, Peace and Pleasure’, and everything else you need is a short walk away.

Rates from R5000 vary according to occupancy. Sleeps max 10
Email or Whatsapp +27 83 5526259 for information and availability of this and neighbouring villas to sleep up to 18 guests
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Living Areas

The deep, shaded, wooden verandas wrap around this charming and sophisticated L-shape home. Indoor and outdoor connect throughout the space with nooks and hideaways for a quiet snooze or to gather at the table for long family brunches.

The dining lounge and bar area open to the swimming pool on one side and the veranda and lagoon waters on the other side of the house. The landscaped garden encloses a grass play area with low stone walls and sun loungers to soak up the sun poolside.

3 Indoor lounge areas, 2 outdoor lounge areas, open plan kitchen with separate scullery and laundry facilities, garage facilities and off-road parking.

“Om” (‘exhale’) on Thesen Island Living Area
Bedrooms

4 Bedroom en suite house (can sleep 10 max).

3 King beds (2 bedrooms can be twin) on upper level. 2 Rooms open to shared terrace.

1 Queen bedroom on the ground floor with sliding doors opening to veranda

4 En-suite Bathrooms: 2 full with shower and bath, 2 with shower.

Sun room converts to a 5th bedroom with 2 single beds and the use of the outside bathroom with loo and shower

Additional 6th ‘guest’ toilet

“Om” (‘exhale’) on Thesen Island Bedrooms
Thesen Island Facilities
  • Tennis, basketball and squash
  • 18 hole putting green
  • Running, walking and cycling
  • Bird watching hide
  • Children's play area
  • Boating
  • Beach and BBQ facilities
  • Club house and library (yoga classes)
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House Facilities
  • Private pool with sun loungers and garden area for play
  • Shaded veranda with dining and lounge areas. BBQ (gas)
  • Dining lounge - lounge or watch TV or dine
  • Additional lounge for lounging
  • Sun room which can be a 5th bedroom with 2 single daybeds (outside bathroom)
  • Private jetty: Fish, swim, kayak, SUP boat, dig in the mud at low tide or suntan on the deck.
  • WiFi and Smart TV
  • Kitchen with separate scullery and laundry fully equipped
  • Parking on site for 3 cars. (Garage available if required)
  • Wood burning fire and heating throughout
  • Paddle fans, shaded verandas and doors that open to capture the cooling summer breeze.
Optional Extras
  • Housekeeping (weekends and public holidays)
  • Breakfast
  • Private Chef
  • SUPS, Bikes, Kayaks
  • Private speed boat and skipper for cruising
  • In house massage and spa treatments
  • Concierge services
Waterways Island Villa on Thesen Island
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