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Big Tree House Lodge

Suburban cottages with kitchens and fireplaces

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space

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56 Milkwood Drive, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Knysna Waterfront
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Knysna Quays
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Pezula Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Lagoon Cottage

  • 968 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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The Big Tree House

  • 2475 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Protea Cottage

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sunbird Cottage

  • 968 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

Located in Knysna, Big Tree House Lodge is in the suburbs and in the mountains. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Knysna Quays - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Leisure Isle - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Pezula Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Bridge Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪White Washed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bosun's Pub & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Tree House Lodge

Suburban cottages with kitchens and fireplaces
A garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are available at this cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 3 individually decorated accommodations feature free WiFi and private yards. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Limited housekeeping is available.
Big Tree House Lodge offers 3 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Knysna cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Tree House Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Big Tree House Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Tree House Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Tree House Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Big Tree House Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Big Tree House Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Quays are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Big Tree House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
excellent facilities and a wonderful view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Absolutely perfect

Been over to sa on several occasions over 30 yrs and stayed in lots of different accommodations but this topped them all. Absolutely fabulous on all counts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alles gut
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIK

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We loved that place! Wonderful view, wonderful house and garden! We were delighted with all the details about that place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teboho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Fantastic experience, perfect for families. Great location overlooking the lagoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely large accommodation, great view overlooking Knysna lagoon. A winding drive up to house and a steep driveway in. Very peaceful. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

WorldTraveler, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne und großzügig geschnittene Cottages mit einem fantastischen Blick auf die Lagune. Die Gastgeber sind sehr hilfsbereit und super nett. Tolle Unterkunft - wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great place but give a miss in winter.

The accommodation is modern, fresh and clean. The staff/proprietors were very friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic. The cabins are located on a hill with outstanding views of the Knysna lagoon. It was very good value for money. Having said all that, if you are thinking of visiting in winter, consider how important your comfort is. The units are not insulated at all and the heating is completely inadequate. The bedrooms were cold and damp. It was more like sleeping in a tent than in a cabin. In the mornings, the indoor temperature fell well below 10C and the walls, windows and floors were covered with condensation. It was extremely uncomfortable. It is a lovely place, but we will never stay there again during the winter months June-August.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort