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St James of Knysna

5.0 star property
Luxury country house with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | Terrace/patio
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
St James of Knysna offers a luxury boutique experience on the lagoon shore. Guests enjoy stunning water views from the sun-kissed terrace, browse nearby designer shops, or select books from the library. Rowing and kayaking are available on-site, with motorized watercraft nearby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Brenton Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬5 min drive

About this property

St James of Knysna

Luxury boutique country house near Knysna Waterfront
Located close to Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Nature Reserve, St James of Knysna provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and designer stores on site. Tee up with amenities like a driving range at this country house. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like boat tours, fishing, and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as mini golf and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, beach umbrellas, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 43-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • St James of Knysna

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

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 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, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Knysna St James
St James House Knysna
St James Knysna
The St James Knysna
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel Knysna
St James Knysna Country House
St James Country House
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel
St James of Knysna Knysna
St James of Knysna Country House
St James of Knysna Country House Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does St James of Knysna have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is St James of Knysna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at St James of Knysna?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at St James of Knysna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at St James of Knysna?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does St James of Knysna provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 800 per room applies.

Where is St James of Knysna located?

Situated on a lake, this luxury country house is steps from Knysna Lagoon and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Knysna Waterfront. Simola Golf Course and Knysna Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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