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The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Knysna - South Africa

Email The Lofts Boutique Hotel Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

Luxury Lagoon Suite 1 - Lagoon Intrigue:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with an exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes extraordinary design elements and distinctive fabrics.
This is exclusive Loft living with sliding doors opening in a safe environment, onto a stunning view of the lagoon where the guest is in close contact with the changing moods of the lagoon which are reflected by the water, wind and nature of the lagoon. When the doors are open cool, fresh ocean air pours in.

It is perfect for a long stay especially for honeymooners. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom consisting of bath, shower for two, hand basin and a separate toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The suite has its own television with select DSTV channels on offer. A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Lagoon Suite 2 - Lagoon Brilliance:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with an exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes extraordinary modern design elements.
This is exclusive Loft living with sliding doors opening onto a stunning view of the lagoon where the guests are in close contact with the changing moods of the water, wind and nature of the lagoon. The splendour of colour, calm and turbulence is reflected in the lagoon.

It is perfect for a long stay especially for honeymooners. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom consisting of bath, a shower for 2, hand basins and a separate toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.
The suite has its own television with select DSTV channels on offer. A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.

More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Lagoon Suite 1B - Lagoon Charm:
This spacious, luxurious, elegant and romantic suite provides guests with an outstanding atmosphere. The décor includes beautiful and comfortable design elements with distinctive fabrics.
This is exclusive Loft living with sliding doors opening onto a stunning view of the lagoon where the guest is in close contact with the changing moods which are reflected by the water, wind and nature of the lagoon and allowing fresh ocean air to pour in.
This suite also has a sliding door on the north facing side which is wonderful when the sun pours in during the cooler weather and a spacious balcony wrapping round 2 sides of the room.

It is perfect for a long stay especially for honeymooners. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom consisting of bath, a hand held hair shower, hand basin and a separate toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The suite has its own television with select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite 3A - Chic Contrasts:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with a cool, tranquil and exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes extraordinary modern and new design elements.
The distinctive choice of fabrics is refreshing and outstanding.
This is exclusive Loft living with stunning spaces and features.

It is perfect for a long stay for four people - two couples or a family with two teenagers. It is equipped with two bedrooms, each with an en-suite full bathroom.
The main bedroom has a spacious bathroom consisting of bath/shower, hand basin and toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can be made up as a king size bed to offer luxury and comfort for the guests.

The second bedroom is fun for a young at heart couple or teenagers "Loft" experience. The room is situated in the midst of the 100 yr old, solid, robust wooden trusses with extra length twin beds and can also be made to a king size bed. The bathroom provides a shower, toilet and a hand basin.

Each bedroom has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A folding-sliding door in the lounge opens onto a balcony on the south side of the suite allowing fresh ocean air to pour in.
A kitchenette has the facility to prepare something light to eat, make tea and coffee, seat 4 people and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.

More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite 5A - Evening Mist:
This spacious and luxurious Loft provides guests with a cool, romantic atmosphere. The décor is made up of pure, refreshing and peaceful whites and linens.
It is perfect for a long stay for four people - especially for a family with two teenagers. It is equipped with two bedrooms, each with television and full bathroom.

The main bedroom has a spacious bathroom/dressing room consisting of a large shower and separate basin plus toilet and has ample hanging and packing space. It provides two twin beds that can be made up separately or as a king size bed.
The second bedroom is fun for a young at heart couple or teenagers "Loft" experience. The room is situated in the midst of the 100 yr old, solid, robust wooden trusses with the queen size bed resembling a Victorian window seat, jutting out into the boat-like space of The Boatshed. It provides a shower/bath and separate basin and toilet.

A kitchenette offers the opportunity to prepare tea or coffee, something light to eat and set for 4 people. It is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
The suite has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite 1A - Lagoon Fascination:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with a cool, tranquil and exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes extraordinary design elements and distinctive fabrics.
This is exclusive Loft living with tones of blue and green reflecting the clear water on a sunny day, the gray browns of the water on a stormy day and greens of the wetlands which trim the lagoon.

It is perfect for a long stay for four people - two couples or a family with two teenagers. It is equipped with two bedrooms, each with an en-suite full bathroom. .
The main bedroom has a spacious bathroom consisting of bath, hand basin and toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds also to be made up as a king size bed offers luxury and comfort for the guests.

The second bedroom is fun for a young at heart couple or teenagers "Loft" experience. The room is situated in the midst of the 100 yr old, solid, robust wooden trusses with a queen size bed. The bathroom provides a shower and toilet with a hand basin in a separate area.

The main bedroom as well as the lounge has its own television with select DSTV channels on offer.
A kitchenette has the facility to prepare something light to eat and seat 6 people.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 2B - Nautical Dream:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary room provides guests with a cool, tranquil and nautical atmosphere.
This is exclusive Loft living with stunning spaces and features.
It is equipped with a bedroom and a coffee station and a spacious balcony. A door in the bedroom opens onto a balcony on the north side of the room.
The bathroom consists of a shower, hand basin and toilet. The cupboards provide ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can be made up as a king size bed to offer luxury and comfort for the guests.

The room is equipped with its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 3B - African American –Indian:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room provides guests with an interesting atmosphere. The décor includes beautiful brightly coloured, ethnic design elements.
This is exclusive Loft living with sliding doors opening onto a stunning balcony where you can relax on two comfortable loungers and allow fresh ocean air to pour into your room.
The doors are on the north side which is wonderful when the sun pours in during the cooler weather.

It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of shower, hand basin and toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.
The suite has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 4B - Moulin Rouge:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room provides guests with a romantic atmosphere. The décor includes richly coloured, beautiful and comfortable design elements with distinctive fabrics.
This is exclusive Loft living with a sliding door opening onto a spacious balcony with a partial view of the lagoon and allowing fresh ocean air to pour in.

This room has doors on the north; great attribute for fresh air and the sun pouring in during the cooler weather.
It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world.
It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of bath/shower, hand basin and toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The suite has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 5B - African Earth:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room provides guests with an outstanding atmosphere. The décor includes simple beautiful and comfortable design elements.
This is exclusive Loft living with two doors opening onto a spacious balcony with a partial view of the lagoon and allowing fresh ocean air to pour in.

This room has doors on the north facing side which is wonderful when the sun pours in during the cooler weather.
It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of only a bath, hand basin and toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The suite has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 6B - Cool Breeze:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room and balcony provides guests with a fresh and light atmosphere. The décor includes beautiful locally crafted and comfortable design elements.
This is exclusive Loft living with doors opening onto a spacious balcony with a partial view of the lagoon and allowing fresh ocean air to pour in. This room has doors on the north facing side which is wonderful when the sun pours in during the cooler weather.

It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of a bath/shower, hand basin and toilet.
It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.
The room has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.

More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 7B – Cosmopolitan:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with a cool, tranquil and exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes extraordinary design elements, a bed room and a lounge. This is exclusive Loft living with stunning spaces and features.

It is perfect for a long or short stay for a family with a teenager. It is equipped with a bedroom and a lounge with a sleeper couch. The suite has a spacious bathroom consisting of bath/shower, hand basin and toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can be made up as a queen size bed to offer luxury and comfort for the guests.

The lounge is equipped with its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer. A door in the bedroom and lounge opens onto a balcony on the north side of the suite allowing the fresh ocean air to pour in where you can lounge and enjoy a partial view of the lagoon.

The room has a coffee station and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 8A - Modern Loft Living:
This luxurious, elegant and contemporary suite provides guests with a cool, tranquil and exceptional atmosphere. The décor includes a sleeper couch which serves as an extra sleeping facility in the lounge area, a spacious dining area and computer work space. This is exclusive spacious Loft living including out of the ordinary spaces and features.

It is perfect for a long stay for a family with one or two teenagers. It is equipped with one bedroom, a lounge with a sleeper couch and a kitchenette.
The main bedroom has a spacious bathroom consisting of bath/shower, hand basin and toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can be made up as a king size bed to offer luxury and comfort for the guests.

The lounge and the bedroom is equipped with its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A door in the bedroom opens onto a balcony on the south side of the suite allowing the fresh ocean air to pour in.
The suite has a coffee station and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 8B - Moonlight Dreams:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room provides guests with an outstanding atmosphere. The décor includes soft blue colours and beautiful and comfortable design elements.
This is exclusive Loft living with a distant view of the lagoon and refreshing ocean air pouring in through the open windows.

It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of a bath, separate shower, 2 x hand basins and separate toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The room has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer.
A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Loft Room 8C - Spring Fresh:
This spacious, luxurious and elegant room provides guests with an outstanding, fresh light and sunny atmosphere. The décor includes beautiful and comfortable design elements with a lounger that can be made up as a bed for a child. This is exclusive Loft living with a distant view of the lagoon and refreshing ocean air to pouring in through the window.

It is perfect for a long or short stay for all guests from across the world. It is equipped with a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom consisting of a bath, separate shower, 2 x hand basins and separate toilet. It provides ample hanging and packing space while extra length twin beds can also be made up as a king size bed offering luxury and comfort for the guests.

The room has its own television with fixed select DSTV channels on offer. A coffee station has the facility to make tea and coffee and is equipped with a fully stocked mini bar.
More luxuries that are provided for our guests include:
· Air conditioning
· A digital electronic safe
· Under-floor heating
· Heated towel rail
· Hair dryer
· Wi-Fi internet hotspot internet compatibility
· Telephone

Luxury Waterfront Villa - TF 2:
This warm, north-facing, two-bedroom villa, situated on the water, is the ultimate in style and relaxed luxury. With sweeping, unobstructed views of the tranquil Knysna Lagoon, you’ll be enchanted by the sight of sailing yachts dotted across the tranquil waters, as you sip sundowners at your own private plunge pool.

Ideal for a romantic getaway, TF2 is located in the heart of Harbour Town, a stone’s throw from the world-famous Ile de Pain restaurant and a wide variety of boutique shops and restaurants. What’s more, the Knysna Quays shopping centre, Knysna Quays Yacht Marina, and the Knysna Yacht Club are just a 5 minute stroll away.

No expense has been spared on the décor and the luxury finishes. With solid timber floors and outside deck, sliding glass fold-away doors throughout, high quality Bosch appliances in the fully equipped kitchen, sumptuous leather lounge suite, an antique Yellowwood dining table, an oval calabash bath and man-size shower/wet room, this villa has it all.

Fancy satellite TV? Not only do you have a full bouquet of every channel that DSTV offers, you also have PVR recording so you can record any program you want when you are out having fun.
Extras Include:
· Microwave oven
· Bosch Oven & Hob
· Bosch double-door refrigerator with ice-maker
· Bosch Dishwasher, Tumble drier and Washing Machine
· Plasma flat-screen TV
· Full DSTV Satellite TV plus DVD sound system
· Two Bedrooms (main with bath and private toilet, second bedroom with shower and private toilet)
· Queen-size double beds
· Heated towel rails
· Hairdryer
· Ceiling Fans throughout
· Downstairs Guest Toilet
· Undercover Carport
· Zen fountain with outdoor 4-seater table
· Portable Weber Braai (Barbeque)
· Small passport safe

Luxury Waterfront Villa - TF 5:
This stylishly decorated, self-catering villa has two en-suite bedrooms and is fully equipped with all the luxuries and comforts one needs for the perfect home away from home experience in Knysna.
The tranquil waters of the Knysna Lagoon follow the tides right up to the edge of the spacious deck with your own private plunge pool, and being North facing the house is bathed in sun all day, keeping the Knysna chills away in winter.
Situated in Thesen Harbour Town, Fairmile Point Villa is perfectly located to the bustling shops and award winning restaurants.

The Knysna Waterfront is also a mere stones throw away, and even the heart of Knysna itself is but a short stroll from your front door.
During the day, the waters in front of your living room windows are bustling with yachts and water craft coming and going from the Knysna Quays, while after the cover of night has descended, the lights of Knysna set the dappled water on fire.

Enjoy a spectacular sunset from your private patio, or a relaxing canoe trip on one of the many water canals. Take a stroll along the many scenic water ways of the Islands, or relax on your wooden deck overlooking the blue waters of the Knysna Lagoon.
Meander along the Islands' trails and visit the Bird Hides. Play tennis or squash at the Sports Club, or try your hand at a round of the 18 hole putting lawn. Laze by your own private pool, or build a sand castle on one of Thesen Islands private beaches.
Whatever the type of holiday you are looking for, Fairmile Point Villa on Thesen Islands can provide it plus so much more.

Configuration Description:
· Bedrooms: 2
· Bathrooms: 2
· Sleeps: 4
· Location: North Facing on the Lagoon.
Bed Configuration:
· MAIN - King (Satellite TV & Under Carpet Heating)
· 2nd - Twins / King (Under Carpet Heating)
Bathroom Configuration:
· MAIN (en suite) - Bath & shower
· 2nd (en suite) - Shower
· SECURITY: 24 hour
· UNDERFLOOR HEATING: Bathrooms and living areas
· JETTY: Yes but not on site
· BRAAI: Built In - Gas
· SWIMMING POOL: Yes
· AIRCONDITIONING: No
· VIEW: Panoramic Lagoon towards Knysna Yacht Club and mountains
· GRADING: TGCSA 5 Star.
Retreats - Executive, Outdoor & Incentive
Break away from the stress and chaos of everyday life and find balance focus and vitality in this little Eden.

We celebrate our preferred Gastronomica Restaurants who commit to:
· Choosing food with Integrity - as organic as possible
· Cooking with honest true and sound principles
· Tastes and talks about fresh local food
· Absence of detrimental additives, colourants or chemical taste enhancers
· Consistent great combinations and presentations of food dishes

What do we offer on the retreat?
A variety of stress-relieving, energy enhancing, anti-aging, health and nutrition programmes aimed at stimulating personal growth. These programmes are developed for corporate, special interest and team building groups made up of 4 to 10 people or more where suitable.
Being in a group enhances the outcome by sharing the fun, stimulation, inspiration and support and encouragement. The programmes are offered all year round.

The team of health and beauty therapists, doctors and trainers is committed to delivering an outstanding service steeped in international expertise and best practice.
These activities are presented within or/and in close proximity to The Lofts for your convenience.

Why at The Lofts?
Nestled between the tranquil Knysna lagoon and the surrounding hills lies The Lofts Boutique Hotel. With its location on Thesen Islands this home away from home offers a unique, tranquil and inspiring environment.
The air is clean, the people are sensitive and have a special connectedness to each other, the guests and nature, welcoming guests and visitors with great interest warmth.

Additional activities:
It is possible to stay on Thesen Islands at The Lofts and enjoy various outdoor activities and local art presented in Knysna and surrounds. Theo and Rhoda will be delighted to help you with the many options available.

How to get to The Lofts Reception once on Thesen Islands:
From Cape Town
· When entering Knysna on the N2 (Knysna Main Street) drive until the 3rd set of traffic lights (Long Street)
· Turn Right into Long Street
· Carry on with this road until you reach the Traffic Lights at Waterfront Drive/Long Street
· Continue straight until you cross the Bridge of Thesen Islands
· Once on Thesen Islands Continue until the 1st 4-Way stop, here turn Right and drive towards the Knysna Lagoon - click to view photo of the entrance
· You will find the Lofts Boutique Hotel Reception on the Left

From Port Elizabeth
· When Entering Knysna on the N2 (Knysna Main Street) drive until you reach the 3rd set of traffic lights (Waterfront Drive)
· Turn Left into Waterfront drive
· Continue with Waterfront drive until you reach the 1st set of traffic lights at Waterfront drive/Long street
· Turn left at this intersection and drive until you cross the Bridge of Thesen Islands
· Once on Thesen Islands Continue until the 1st 4-Way stop, here turn Right and drive towards the Knysna Lagoon -
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Email The Lofts Boutique Hotel Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com