Hilltops Apartment — Accommodation
27 Rio St, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
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A one-bedroom apartment set on high ground above Knysna, with a balcony that looks out over the water and a terrace where an outdoor fireplace makes evenings worth lingering. The single bedroom, living room, and fully equipped kitchen are arranged simply and comfortably, with a patio and picnic spots in the garden rounding out the outdoor space. Free parking is included. Adults only. Bollard Bay Beach is roughly four kilometres away.
The neighbourhood What's near the door
Walk and drive times from this property. All distances measured to the entrance.
- 01 Beach Bollard Bay Beach12 min drive 4.2 km
- 02 Beach Coney Glen Beach11 min drive 6.1 km
- 03 Airport Plettenberg Bay Airport29 min drive 27 km
- 04 Airport George Airport56 min drive 60 km
The particulars
- Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)
- Free private parking available on-site
A walk-through in photos
The view
What you wake up to
08 imagesThe living spaces
Where the day softens
01 imageThe dining room
Where meals slow down
01 imageThe kitchen
Everything you need to cook in
01 imageThe bedrooms
Where you actually sleep
02 imagesThe bathrooms
01 imageThe deck & outdoor
Braai weather country
02 images
Your host Stuart and Nelia
- Host rating
- 9.5 / 10
- Reviews
- 16
- Languages
- en
Hilltops apartment is owner run, and we welcome overnight guests as well as visitors who want to stay longer, relax and explore the many attractions Knysna has to offer. The property is situated at the very top of Knysna Heights with panoramic views towards the famous Knysna Lagoon and Heads as well as across the beautiful Outeniqua Mountains. Two private viewing decks integral to the flat to watch the sunrise and sunset add to the uniqueness of the property.
The stylish and modern self catering apartment is self contained and offers all one needs for a comfortable and relaxing stay- a spacious queen size bedroom with an en suite bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with tea, coffee and milk, an open plan dining area and lounge with a Smart TV. High speed Wifi and a ceiling fan are also included. The viewing decks are perfect for outdoor dining and romantic sundowners. Guests are welcome to use the large terraced indigenous garden, a fire circle and a boule pitch.
The property is an ideal base for nature lovers, hikers, cyclists, fishermen, golfers, or travellers as a stopover, being within an easy access to the main attractions along the scenic Garden Route.
The details
Great for your stay 10
- Parking
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- View
- Free WiFi
- Adults only
- Kitchen
- Terrace
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Parking 1
- Parking garage
Internet 1
- Internet services
Kitchen 10
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedroom 2
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 8
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Living Area 3
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Media & Technology 2
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Room amenities 9
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Iron
Accessibility 1
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors 11
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Food & Drink 1
- Fruits
Outdoor & View 6
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Building characteristics 1
- Private apartment in building
Reception services 1
- Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment & family services 2
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services 2
- Ironing service
- Laundry
Miscellaneous 5
- Adults only
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 15:00 to 20:00You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
- Check-out
- From 06:30 to 10:00
- Children and beds
- Child policies Children are not allowed. Cot and extra bed policies Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
- Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
- Age restriction
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Cancellation/ prepayment
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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