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Forest Edge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star cottage with outdoor pool

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Daily local cuisine breakfast (ZAR 120 per person)
Superior Cottage (Fully Equipped, Self Catering) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hiking
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Farm 118, Edge Of Knysna Forest, Rheenendal, Knysna, Western Cape, 6576
  • Place, Garden Route National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Cottage (Fully Equipped, Self Catering)

  • Garden view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Fairy Den Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Fox Glove Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Field Mouse Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Froggy Pond Cottage | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Froggy Pond Cottage

  • Water view
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Fire Fly Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 743 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Knysna

In regional park.Stay at this Knysna cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 2 miles (3 km) of Garden Route National Park. Knysna Lagoon and Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Garden Route National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 24 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 33 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 33 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Leisure Isle - 39 min drive - 22.7 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cowshed @ Portland Manor - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tottie's Eatery,Rheendal,EC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mother Holly's Tea Garden, Milkwood Gold Mine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Totties Farm Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Veg Table Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Forest Edge

Family-friendly 3-star cottage with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. Event space at this cottage measures 689 square feet (64 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Forest Edge.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Knysna cottage.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 689 sq ft of conference space
  • 64 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Forest Edge offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swedish massages

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • Crib: ZAR 200 per night
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 72 for children
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: ZAR 250 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 689 square feet of conference space
  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a regional park
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Garden
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 8 PM and 10 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 300
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Forest Edge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 72 for children
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 8 PM and 10 PM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the cottage before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat
Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat Apartment
Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat Apartment Knysna
Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat House Knysna
Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat House
Forest Edge House Knysna
Forest Edge Knysna
Forest Edge Knysna
Forest Edge Cottage
Forest Edge Cottage Knysna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Forest Edge to the airport?

Forest Edge is 36.2 mi (77-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Forest Edge have an airport shuttle?

Forest Edge offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Forest Edge to the beach?

This cottage is 16.1 mi (53-min drive) from Brenton Beach and 17.8 mi (53-min drive) from Buffalo Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Forest Edge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Forest Edge, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 72 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Forest Edge?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Forest Edge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Early check-in costs ZAR 300 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Forest Edge?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Forest Edge have a pool?

Forest Edge features an outdoor pool.

Does Forest Edge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Forest Edge have a spa?

This cottage doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Forest Edge to downtown Knysna?

Forest Edge is 9.6 mi away from Knysna.

Forest Edge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barend

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surrounded by nature. Loved the outdoor shower. Warm friendly staff. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were incredibly kind and willing to accommodate us. The area was quiet and surrounded by nature. You fall asleep to the sound of frogs croaking in the distance and wake up to bird-song. The cabin is very clean and well taken care of and had everything we needed. We ordered the extra breakfast, and it was enough food to last us our whole stay! I couldn't be happier. If we ever visit Knysna again, there is no other place we would rather stay. It was truly a magical, rejuvenating experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

francisco zacarias

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

great for trekkers family and to explore Around

excellent experience and very warm welcoming from owners and management. very nice team and great for kids. we will definitively come back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019