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Villa Castollini

5.0 star property
Lakefront guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Castollini. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Room 2 - Superior | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 2 - Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 8 - Superior | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 8 - Superior

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 96 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room 5 - Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 5 - Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 1 - Deluxe

Room 1 - Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 1 - Deluxe

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3 - Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 3 - Standard

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room 4 - Standard

Room 4 - Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 4 - Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room 6 - Junior Deluxe

Room 6 - Junior Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 6 - Junior Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 7 - Junior Deluxe

Room 7 - Junior Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 7 - Junior Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Brenton-on-Sea Road, Brenton, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Brenton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Drupkelders Hiking Trail - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Friday Market - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Butterfly Blu Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Villa Castollini

Luxury guesthouse by the ocean
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Villa Castollini. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A billiards/pool table, wedding services, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, stovetops, and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (1,615 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • 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.
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 1500 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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

Villa Castollini House Knysna
Villa Castollini House
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Castollini have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Castollini pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Castollini?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 300 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 300.

What time is check-out at Villa Castollini?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Villa Castollini provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Villa Castollini located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. Brenton Beach and Featherbed Nature Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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