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Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse in Knysna with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Room (Captain's) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Restaurant
Lobby sitting area
Overlooking the ocean, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat offers a tranquil escape with golf, a relaxing outdoor pool, and rejuvenating spa services. Enjoy free cooked-to-order breakfast and connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$355 nightly
The total price is $410
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees

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Room (Dolphin) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Dolphin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Captain's) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Captain's)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Jetted bathtub
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Pansy Shell) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Pansy Shell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Oyster) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Oyster)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Seahorse) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Seahorse)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Viewpoint) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Viewpoint)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Whale) | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Whale)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Designer toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View | Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 538 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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22 Glen View Drive, Coney Glen, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Eastern Head View Point - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leisure Isle - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Pezula Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Knysna Quays - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 36 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 70 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪East Head Café - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Adjacent to a golf course, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious guest house include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Private winery tours
  • Winery release events
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf cart on site
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Wine tasting room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 54-cm Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.

Dining

Walk-in Wine Cellar - Onsite wine bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Walk-in Wine Cellar.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Head over Hills Luxury Retreat like?

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is a short 9-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 9 minutes' walk from Eastern Head View Point.

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