Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe — Apartment Accommodation
P87, Bird Way, Thesen Island , 6570 Knysna, South Africa
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Perched on Thesen Island with Bollard Bay Beach less than two kilometres away, this adults-only apartment is oriented entirely around the water. Knysna Lagoon frames the outlook from the balcony, and the building provides canoes and bicycles for guests to make use of it properly — paddle out onto the lagoon or cycle the island's quiet network of paths at your own pace. The apartment itself is private and self-contained, with a bathroom, kitchen, free WiFi, and on-site parking included.
A paid shuttle service is available for those who want to venture further into Knysna town without the car. The surrounding island setting keeps things calm without feeling remote — cafés and restaurants are a short cycle across the causeways, and the broader Garden Route coastline, including Noetzie Beach, is within easy driving distance. It suits couples or two adults travelling together who want an active base with genuine water access rather than just a view of it.
The neighbourhood What's near the door
Walk and drive times from this property. All distances measured to the entrance.
- 01 Beach Bollard Bay Beach5 min drive 1.6 km
- 02 Beach Coney Glen Beach5 min drive 3.2 km
- 03 Beach Sparrebosch Beach1 hr 8 min 12 min drive 5.7 km
- 04 Beach Noetzie Beach15 min drive 7.0 km
- 05 Airport Plettenberg Bay Airport26 min drive 25 km
- 06 Airport George Airport59 min drive 62 km
The particulars
- Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)
- Free private parking available on-site
A walk-through in photos
The view
What you wake up to
07 imagesThe living spaces
Where the day softens
01 imageThe kitchen
Everything you need to cook in
01 imageThe bedrooms
Where you actually sleep
03 imagesThe bathrooms
02 imagesThe deck & outdoor
Braai weather country
03 imagesThe details
Texture, trim, and the small pleasures
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Your host Di
- Host rating
- 9.9 / 10
- Reviews
- 84
- Languages
- af, en
Enjoy exploring the beautiful Garden Route from this tranquil cottage situated on beautiful, secure Thesen Islands. With views onto the canal from your King-size bed, a deck for sundowners or coffee with views of the Knysna Heads, Ashmead Channel and Bird Sanctuary. Make use of our tennis & squash racquets, putt & chip on the course, or use bicycles, a canoe or SUP to explore the waterways, visit the Blue Flag beach, or visit the stunning nearby shops and restaurants in Thesen Harbour Town, or the Knysna Waterfront
The details
Great for your stay 10
- Parking
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- View
- Free WiFi
- Adults only
- Kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Parking 1
- Parking
Internet 1
- Internet services
Kitchen 9
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- 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 4
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Media & Technology 3
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Room amenities 8
- Socket near the bed
- Electric blankets
- Hypoallergenic
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Iron
Accessibility 1
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors 12
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
Wellness 17
- Fitness
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
Food & Drink 2
- Grocery deliveries
- Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View 4
- River view
- Landmark view
- Lake view
- View
Building characteristics 1
- Detached
Transport 2
- Bicycle rental
- Shuttle service
Reception services 2
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
Entertainment & family services 1
- Evening entertainment
Cleaning services 4
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- Ironing service
- Laundry
Business facilities 1
- Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous 7
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security 5
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00 to 19:00You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
- Check-out
- Until 10:00
- Children and beds
- Child policies Children of any age are welcome. To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search. Cot and extra bed policies 0 - 2 years Cot upon request The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information. There are no extra beds available at this property. All cots are subject to availability.
- Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
- 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.
- No age restriction
- There is no age requirement for check-in
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