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Belvidere Manor Lagoonside Cottages - Knysna
Belvidere Manor built in 1849 was originally a farm but fell into decline in the 1960's. As Knysna started turning from a little coastal village in to a tourist town the farm was bought and restored. It is now a delightfully tranquil estate, echoing the architecture of Belvidere House, and over 170 bird species have been identified. Our picturesque self-catering cottages and 3 well-appointed hotel rooms are situated in the grounds of the original Manor house. The cottages are single and double story, one-, two- and three-bedroom freestanding cottages, offering garden or lagoon views. There is an on-site restaurant and a range of delicious dining experiences nearby. The natural beauty of the surroundings is unrivalled. The historic Manor House where breakfast is served and guests can enjoy the sunny patios and tranquil views, is a beautiful example of Cape Georgian architecture, and the quaint on-site pub, the Bell Tavern, is a restored farm building. The Manor House, tavern and cottages are surrounded by two hectares of landscaped gardens set within the secluded Belvidere Estate (an area in Knysna). From the terrace of the Manor House, there are breath-taking views across the lawns and swimming pool of the lagoon.
Area Info
Knysna, on the Cape Coast's Garden Route, is a scenic gem surrounding a wide lagoon with natural forests and mountains beyond. Pristine beaches, nature trails and water sports are all on offer, as well as a wide variety of shops, restaurants and galleries. Easily accessible, it is 60 minutes from George Airport, 5 hours drive from Cape Town and 3 hours from Port Elizabeth.
Units and Rooms
Lagoon Classic
Guests: 2
Lagoon Classic: A single-storey cottage with veranda, living room, kitchen, and one double en-suite bedroom with king bed. The bathroom contains a shower/bath combination. Adjacent covered parking overlooking the swimming pool. Smart TV.
Lagoon Deluxe
Guests: 4
Lagoon Deluxe: A single-storey cottage with a veranda, living room, kitchen, one king-en-suite bedroom, and one with twin beds. Adjacent covered parking is situated below the swimming pool with lagoon views. Suitable for families.
Garden Classic
Guests: 4
Garden Classic: A single-storey cottage with veranda, living room, kitchen and options of 2 double bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. Adjacent covered parking and garden views towards the lagoon.
Garden Deluxe
Guests: 6
A single or double-storey 3-bedroom cottage sleeping 6 people in two king beds and 2 twin beds. There's a spacious living room and kitchen/dining area. Suitable for two couples or families. Covered parking and garden views towards the lagoon.
