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Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

Knysna Hollow Country Estate is a charming accommodation on South Africa's lovely Garden Route
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KNYSNA HOLLOW COUNTRY ESTATE - KNYSNA, THE GARDEN ROUTE
Knysna Hollow Country Estate in Knysna, along South Africa's Garden RouteKnysna Hollow is beautifully set on a secluded old country estate on the outskirts of town, close to Knysna's famous lagoon. Set amongst timeless oaks and pecan trees, the gracious old manor house forms the focal point of the lodge. Built in a bygone era, it is finished with pressed ceilings, yellowwood floors and indigenous furniture.

Spacious garden cottages, each with a lounge and fireplace are all individually decorated and have television. Hearty English breakfasts and romantic dinners are served in the dining room situated in the Manor House with its many fine antiques, yellowwood floors and pressed ceilings. Lunches are served in the pub or on the deck. Knysna Hollow is ideally located to explore Knysna and the Garden Route.

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Accommodation on the Estate consists of 15 luxury garden chalets and 49 garden rooms. Amenities in all chalets and rooms include television, tea and coffee-making facilities and private patios.

The rooms and chalets have been tastefully decorated with a Knysna forest feel. The luxury chalets include telephones, ceiling fans, and a fireplace for all those romantic winter evenings.

Facilities
Enjoy pre-dinner drinks next to a roaring fire in wintertime or in the yellowwood-panelled pub, "The Ruthland Arms". Your Hosts, Clive and Mark, provide Cape hospitality at it's personal best and will assist in your selection of a fine wine.

Relax next to one of the three sparkling swimming pools where you will see the abundant bird life, maybe even a Knysna Loerie!

Additional amenities available at Knysna Hollow:
• Car Rental Desk
• Currency Exchange
• Exercise Gym
• Health Club
• Laundry Service
• Free Airport Shuttle
• Tennis
• Wind Surfing
• Water Skiing

Dining
The Knysna Hollow Restaurant is situated in the Manor House and serves fine food in relaxed and warm surroundings. The scintillating, yet refined menu reflects flavours and influences from around the globe, with a selection of dishes sure to stimulate the senses. Choose between ocean-fresh seafood such as Cape Crayfish and linefish, South African specialties such as Karoo Lamb and Venison dishes or decadent desserts.

Fresh ingredients, rich flavour and genuine hospitality make for an unforgettable dining experience in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere.

Knysna Hollow Restaurant offers an extensive wine list that features some excellent Cape wines as well as a broad selection of after dinner drinks including ports, liqueurs and brandies.

Activities
Knysna Hollow is the perfect base from which to explore Knysna, the Garden Route and the surrounding forests and beaches. Knysna is well known for its rich green forests and endless lakes. For the nature lover, Knysna is home to a myriad of fauna and flora, the elusive loerie and the fabled Knysna Elephants. Visit the nearby picturesque historical town, with it's antique shops, African and local arts and crafts and coffee shops.

Featherbed Nature Reserve is only a short ferry trip across the lagoon, and a walking trail through the reserve is a must.

Ride on the famous steam train along the coast through  breathtaking scenery.

Enjoy a game of golf at one of the many picturesque courses.

Experience the shopping, eating, lagoonside lifestyle of the Knysna Waterfront.


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