Kanonkop House 

Knysna's lagoon retreat

Family owned and managed, award-winning Kanonkop House is a charming boutique property overlooking Knysna Lagoon.

Kanonkop House is surrounded by indigenous forest, there are wonderful views of Knysna Heads, the dramatic sandstone headlands that act as the gateway to the Indian Ocean. Kanonkop is the perfect base from which to explore the Garden Route and there are plenty of activities just a short drive from the property.

After a day exploring, you may wish to relax at Kanonkop’s pool and sip a gin from the extensive menu. For total relaxation why not visit  Swish @ Kanonkop for a massage or hot stone treatment?

Why we love Kanonkop House

  • Set on a hilltop you will have magical views of the native forest and Knysna’s famous lagoon

  • The outdoor space is a highlight and features a lagoon-view bar, pool and deck where you can have breakfast

  • Candles and aromatic oil burners create a soothing atmosphere throughout the property

  • The gin bar has over 50 different varieties, many of which, including the rooibos gin, are South African

Knysna
Located on South Africa’s Garden Route, Kanonkop House is just a 5-minute drive from Knysna Waterfront
George Airport is a 1-hour drive away

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Golf

Breakfast normally takes place outside and periodically they offer a seafood braai (barbecue) around the fire at the boma. There are also plenty of restaurants in nearby Knysna.

SWISH@ Kanonkop offers massages in the location of your choice - in your suite, in the therapy room or on a deck in the indigenous forest.

Browse the boutique shops and restaurants at Knysna Waterfront, hike and cycle the trails through the forests or relax on a cruise on the lagoon.

Guests can benefit from great rates at Pezula and Simola, two of the best golf courses in the area.