Headlands House Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Bayside guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Balcony
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Interior
This oceanside retreat offers relaxation and adventure with an outdoor pool and cycling. Enjoy the sunny garden or head to the beach with provided towels. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected, and the staff earns praise for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Knysna, Headlands House Guest Lodge is near the beach. Knysna Golf Club and Knysna Quays are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Map
50 Coney Glen Drive, The Heads, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Eastern Head View Point - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leisure Isle - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Pezula Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Knysna Quays - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪East Head Café - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Headlands House Guest Lodge

Upscale guesthouse by the ocean
Take advantage of free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace at Headlands House Guest Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, beach towels, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as furnished balconies and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 30-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

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

Headlands House Guest Lodge Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

Does Headlands House Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Headlands House Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Headlands House Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Headlands House Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Headlands House Guest Lodge located?

Situated by the ocean, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Eastern Head View Point, and Knysna Lagoon. West Head View Point and Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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