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Zauberberg Cottage

Knysna - South Africa

Email Zauberberg Cottage Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

In the evenings cuddle up by the fire side and plan your activities for the next day - there is plenty to explore along the Garden Route.

Zauberberg self-catering cottages

Zauberberg’s two Knysna self-catering cottages are ideal if you want to wind down, relax and enjoy a “home away from home” on the coast.

The buildings are traditional Knysna timber cottages with a warm and cozy ambience.
Our garden is indigenous and spacious, offering you privacy and quiet, as well as lovely views onto the lagoon and the Knysna Heads.
During the holiday season and Oyster Festival in July you have a choice between a smaller and a larger Knysna self-catering cottage, both fully equipped for self-catering.

Our larger Lemon Tree Cottage offers 2 or 3 bedrooms, each with a private entrance and en suite bath with shower.
In the upstairs section you will find a large lounge with a fire place, a bar and kitchen counter, dish washer, fridge and cooking facilities.
On the outdoor verandah there is a gas braai (barbeque). This is the place to relax and enjoy the view onto the Knysna Lagoon.

The smaller Cyprus Cottage is ideal for families with younger children - a rustic, cozy log cabin suitable for up to four persons, with 2 en suite bedrooms, a kitchenette and a deck with braai facilities and a view of the Knysna Lagoon..

Get some of our local baker Markus’s excellent bread at Isle de pain bakery and fresh fish at Seafood Safari, or Karroo Lamb and steaks at Greef’s butchery.
And then of course there’s Mitchell’s Brewery for connoisseurs of ‘real’ beer...
Outside high season we also offer Knysna B&B accommodation; please see our rates page for the season table.

Knysna’s town center and waterfront lie less than five minutes away - so all of Knysna’s tourist attractions are within easy reach. Moreover, in Knysna you will find yourself right in the heart of the Garden Route - a great variety of attractions and landscapes is waiting to be explored within a 100 km radius, ranging from coastal gems such as the beaches and the Tsitsikamma National Park to the mystical forests of Knysna’s hinterland and the hot and dry inland of the Little Karroo as well as spectacular mountain passes built by Thomas Baines.

If you want to experience the natural beauty of Knysna and surrounds and appreciate a quiet garden setting, privacy and personal tips from nature loving hosts when needed, then accommodation in our cottages might be just the right choice for you.
Zauberberg Cottage in Knysna has been a “home away from home” offering many returning guests Knysna accommodation since 1998. Choose from self catering cottages and B&B accommodation - we are looking forward to your visit too!

Things to do in Knysna:
Knysna, which is rightly considered the “Pearl of the Garden Route”, was proclaimed the first National Park to encompass nature resorts as well as inhabited urban areas in 2009 - a groundbreaking new concept in nature conservation.
Situated at the shores of one of the largest lagoons in South Africa Knysna is surrounded by indigenous forests, quiet lakes and magnificent, endless beaches - a natural paradise without comparison.
Little wonder then that Knysna accommodation is the choice of many Garden Route visitors!
Knysna with its approx. 55.000 inhabitants has a mediterranean feel, with plenty of restaurants, boutiques, cafés and galleries.
The city center can safely be explored on foot.
From Knysna easy day trips will take you along the entire Garden Route up to Storms River in the east. If you want to enjoy some hot inland climate simply cross over the Outeniquas and you will find yourself in the Little Karroo - we’ll be happy to give you some special tips and point out hidden routes off the beaten track.

Knysna Activities:
Things to do in Knysna include a great variety of outdoor activities:
abseiling, golf, canoeing, mountain biking, sailing, surfing, whale watching, bungee jumping, paragliding, diving and snorkeling, hiking between 30 minutes and 12 days - the choice is endless.

During the Oyster Festival held annually from the first to the second weekend in July Knysna turns into a Mekka for cyclists and marathon runners.
Some 10.000 participants tackle the half and full marathons through the Knysna forests and over 3500 cyclists partake in one or more of the numerous street and off-road races. Another of the Knysna attractions is the annual Karoo-to-Coast 100km Mountain Bike Race which takes place in September.

For the less sporty there are some serious culinary attractions to negotiate: the annual oyster cooking competition takes place during this week as well, where professional as well as hobby chefs compete for the best oyster recipe.

However, if you prefer to take things really easy then a sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon with oysters and champagne might be just the right choice - book a trip aboard the beautiful owner-built 50 feet Outeniqua and enjoy the views onto Knysna and the mountains in the background from the waters.

Whale watching, dolphins and seals
The Southern Right Wales come to our shores in winter and may be spotted from about May to end of October. Dolphins and seals of course are year-round attractions and can often be seen, particularly at Robben Island peninsula near Plettenberg Bay, some 35 km to the east.
A number of companies offer boat trips for whale and seal watching; please consult our Info&Links page for more details.

Golfing in Knysna
Knysna activities, of course, also include golfing. Knysna has two world-class golf courses, Pezula and Simola, the latter a Jack Nicklaus signature 18-hole course. Apart from challenging golf both also offer luxurious restaurants and lodging as well as spa and wellness facilities.
More down to earth, but no less liked is Knysna’s old municipal golf course on George Rex Drive, the lagoon road to the Knysna Heads. Other golf courses can be found in Plettenberg Bay (35km), George (60km), Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn (100km)

Hiking
The indigenous forests behind Knysna, the cliffs along the rugged eastern coast line and the sandy beaches to the west can be explored along many hiking trails of different grades of difficulty. Whether you just want to enjoy an easy walk or prefer a serious hike and scramble - there are many options at hand.
Some 90 km to the east lies the Tsitsikamma National Park, and closer by you will find attractions such as the Knysna Elephant Park, Monkeyland and other private parks.

Knysna’s Beaches
The Indian Ocean at Knysna is considerably warmer than the oceans around Cape Town. Our nearest beach at Brenton-on-Sea is about 10km away and easily reached on Knysna’s new lagoonside road.

Around Knysna three types of beaches can be found: in the west long sandy beaches ideal for bathing, surfing and beach walks; close to the Knysna Heads and at the opening of the lagoon smaller beaches among the rocks, ideal for snorkeling and diving; in the east toward Harkerville and Plettenberg Bay steep cliffs with magnificent hiking trails that offer spectacular vistas onto the wild ocean.

Email Zauberberg Cottage Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com