Indulge in a world beyond ordinary at St James of Knysna, where luxury is not just a promise but a lifestyle, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Knysna Lagoon and a 3-minute drive from Knysna Waterfront. This luxury country house is 15 minutes drive to Simola Golf Course and 15 minutes drive to Knysna Golf Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Colonial country house include concierge services and a picnic area.

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Game viewing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Game drive nearby
Outdoor furniture
Pool umbrellas
Swimming nearby
Sailing nearby
Free WiFi
Scuba diving nearby
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Bicycle rentals nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Free buffet breakfast
Surf lessons - nearby
Free breakfast
Handrails in stairways
Daily
Segway rental/tour nearby
Ecotours nearby
Coffee/tea in common areas
Laundry facilities
Rafting nearby
Safari nearby
Canoe on site
Motor boating nearby
Secured parking
Mountain biking nearby
Uncovered parking
Dock
Beach umbrellas
Fully fenced
Windsurfing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Well-lit path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Picnic area
Garden
Free newspapers in lobby
Beach towels
Boat tours on site
Fishing on site
Off-street parking
Private picnics
Wheelchair accessible – no
Designer stores on site
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Personal motorized watercraft on site
Library
Golfing nearby
Rowing or canoeing on site
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snorkeling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Free self parking
Kayaking on site
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Concierge services

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM.

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

Other details

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at St James of Knysna, a bar/lounge which specializes in local and international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Knysna Lagoon - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Garden Route National Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Friday Market - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Featherbed Boat Cruises - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Knysna Waterfront - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Knysna Quays - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Pledge Nature Reserve - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Thesen Island - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Drupkelders Hiking Trail - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Simola Golf Course - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Knysna Golf Club - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail - 8 km / 5 mi
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Bollard Bay - 9.7 km / 6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 36.5 km / 22.7 mi
George (GRJ) - 67.4 km / 41.9 mi
The preferred airport for St James of Knysna is George (GRJ).

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Location

The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape 6570, South Africa

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