Headlands House Guest Lodge

Bayside guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast included
Housekeeping
Pool
Laundry
Parking included

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

35 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

LED TV

20 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LED TV

Renovated in 2016

Separate bedroom

30 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Pool
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

50 Coney Glen Drive, The Heads, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

Eastern Head View Point - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Leisure Isle - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
Pezula Golf Club - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
Knysna Waterfront - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
Knysna Quays - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

George (GRJ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪Red Bridge Brewing Co - ‬7 min drive
‪White Washed - ‬6 min drive
‪Salt & Petal - ‬8 min drive
‪East Head Café - ‬12 min walk
‪Bosun's Pub & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Headlands House Guest Lodge

Upscale guesthouse by the ocean

Take advantage of free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace at Headlands House Guest Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Additional perks include:

An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and beach towels

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as furnished balconies and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.

Extra amenities include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
30-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
On the bay
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

1 building
2 floors
Built in 1989
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

30-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Headlands House Guest Lodge Knysna

Headlands Guest Knysna

Headlands House Guest Knysna

Headlands House Guest

Headlands House Lodge Knysna

Headlands House Guest Knysna

Headlands House Guest Lodge Knysna

Headlands House Guest Lodge Guesthouse

Headlands House Guest Lodge Guesthouse Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Headlands House Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Headlands House Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Headlands House Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Headlands House Guest Lodge located?

Situated by the ocean, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Eastern Head View Point, and Knysna Lagoon. West Head View Point and Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Headlands House Guest Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Awesome service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

View from the ‘Elephant room’ is stunning and the furnishings are as pictured in the photos- beautiful. Breakfast is fantastic and the hotel manager was one of the most welcoming and helpful we’ve ever experienced. The location is a bit distant from restaurants and commercial areas, but that contributes to its peaceful charm.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

The view at this property is unreal! It’s definitely the best part of the stay. The house itself is kinda old. Due to the load shedding there is no lights in those hours, only Wi-Fi works. You hear noises from other rooms and lobby.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Wenn Knysna dann nur Headlands. Die Insel & die Lagune ist einfach nur für Großeltern. Wunderschöne Aussicht. Das Zimmer mit Sicht auf den Ozean und auf die Lagune war ein echter Hammer. Wunderschöner, aber wilder Strand ganz unten in der Bucht. Anderseits: man sollte nicht die modernste Ausstattung erwarten. Das Haus ist bereits ein paar Jahre alt. Trotzdem eine der besten Unterkünfte vor Ort!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

Personel super freundlich. Fantastische Aussicht. Werde ich wieder besuchen.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

The view from the bedroom was wonderful, the mattress was hard. Breakfast and service was amazing.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10

Einzigartige Ausblicke, insbesondere vom Coney Glen Room, sowohl auf den indischen Ozean als auch auf die Lagune von Knysna. Sehr freundliches hilfsbereites Personal, das einen, bei Bedarf, mit guten Ratschlägen und Restauranttips versorgt. Es gibt überall im Haus ein stabiles WLAN, was ja heutzutage immer wichtiger wird. Das Frühstück ist sehr sehr gut und frisch zubereitet, der Kaffee wird jedem Tisch in einer French-Press Maschine serviert. Die Auswahl des Buffets ist mehr als ausreichend.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10

Ein liebevoll geführtes, sehr persönliches Bed&Breakfast. Da wir die einzigen Gäste im Haus waren, kam das Gefühl auf, in ener eigenen Villa mit Personal zu sein. Abends sitzt man gemütlich am Kamin und genießt den herrlichen Blick von den Heads.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

Wonderful views, friendly staff and very central. A wonderful place to stay.. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

Not only were the staff amazing but the views are even better than the pics. Great rooms and super hospitality, thank you for turning our trip into a great trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10

Superb views from balcony and close to other viewpoints. Also short drive to town.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Wie der Name bereits verspricht, befindet sich diese ruhige, schöne Villa oben auf den Heads Knysnas. Die unschlagbare Aussicht und das wahnsinnig nette Personal haben unseren Aufenthalt zu einem wahren Highlight unserer Reise gemacht! Das Zimmer war komfortabel, das Bad angenehm groß, genau wie der Balkon. Das Haus an sich liegt in einer sehr ruhigen Straße, auch die anderen Hotelgäste haben wir nur beim Frühstück im Aufenthaltsraum im unteren Geschoss gesehen oder gehört. Mit Auto kann man von hier schöne Trips auf die Inseln nach unten machen - oder zu Fuß zum Strand laufen, man muss schließlich nur den Berg herunterlaufen! :-)

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10

We had a lovely stay. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. We only gave them notice about my friends dietary requiremenrs when we checked in late afternoon and they went out of their way to have options available the next morning for breakfast. The view from the bedroom and lounge where breakfast is served was amazing.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018