Knysna · Apartment

Quay Five on the Waterfront — Apartment Accommodation

Apartment 4.7/5 · Superb

Knysna Quays 5, Waterfront, 6571 Knysna, South Africa

4.7 /5
Superb 36 reviews
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Waterfront apartments with boats reflected in calm lagoon water
Type Apartment
From GRJ airport 61.6km · 1 hr 17 min
Host since 2022 · 4 yrs on Booking

A one-bedroom apartment on Knysna's waterfront, with a balcony positioned to catch views across the lagoon. The layout is straightforward — bedroom, bathroom, living and dining area with a fully equipped kitchen — but the location does a lot of work. Bollard Bay Beach is roughly two and a half kilometres away, and the central position puts the Knysna Quays, its restaurants and the timber boardwalk within easy reach on foot.

Inside, air-conditioning, streaming services, a work desk, and free parking make it a practical base for longer stays. A sun terrace extends the living space outward when the weather cooperates, which along this stretch of coast is often. Simola Golf and Country Club is about seven kilometres away for those who want to add a round to the itinerary.

Plettenberg Bay is reachable in under half an hour. Quay Five suits a couple or solo traveller who wants to be in the middle of things without sacrificing quiet at the end of the day.

The neighbourhood

What's near the door

Walk and drive times from this property. All distances measured to the entrance.

  • 01
    Beach Bollard Bay Beach
    1 hr 23 min 9 min drive 7.0 km
  • 02
    Beach Coney Glen Beach
    1 hr 27 min 9 min drive 7.3 km
  • 03
    Beach Sparrebosch Beach
    1 hr 44 min 16 min drive 8.7 km
  • 04
    Airport Plettenberg Bay Airport
    27 min drive 26 km
  • 05
    Airport George Airport
    55 min drive 61 km
Why guests notice it

The particulars

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)
  • Free private parking available on-site
Your host

Debra Matthee

Host rating
9.5 / 10
Reviews
114
Hosting since
2022
Languages
af, en
A note from Debra

Your own little piece of waterfront paradise. Discover the charm of South Quay number 5, a modern one bedroomed apartment with bathroom a well-equipped kitchen and lounge area with glass sliders that lead you out onto an outdoor patio with BBQ facilities and super views over the waterways of the marina.

One bedroom with Queen size Forty Winks bed. Luxurious bedding. Floor to ceiling mirror. Aircon and safe.

Modern bathroom with a walk in rain shower and added hand shower. His and Hers vanity. Led mirror with touch sensor. Toilet. All black finishes mixers and funky accessories.

An open-plan kitchen and lounge. Samsung black metal double door fridge freezer with ice maker. Samsung black mirror microwave. Bosch oven. Samsung heat pump techno dryer and washing machine. Bennett Read kettle and toaster in coffee station. Snappy chef 2 plate gas stove. Kitchen Island and Breakfast Nook.

A large patio on the canal is equipped with comfortable outdoor couches and an extendable awning. A Weber for your outdoor culinary pleasures.

Wi-Fi available to keep you connected. DSTV. An inverter is provided to power lights, TV, and Wi-Fi.

The apartment offers one secure basement parking bay.

Every facility

The details

Great for your stay 10
  • Parking
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Free parking 1
  • Parking garage
Internet 1
  • Internet services
Kitchen 12
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom 2
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 7
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area 4
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology 2
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
Room amenities 9
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility 1
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors 6
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Wellness 1
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink 1
  • Coffee house on site
Outdoor & View 4
  • River view
  • Lake view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics 1
  • Private apartment in building
Transport 2
  • Bicycle rental
  • Shuttle service
Reception services 2
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
Family friendly 3
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Shops 2
  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop
Miscellaneous 3
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security 3
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safety deposit box
House rules

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 09:00 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.
Where exactly

Finding it

Knysna, South Africa -34.04169, 23.04595
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