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About Room Categories Check In & Check Out Time Recreation In The Area Pictures Property Amenities Method of payment Surrounding Town Distances Rates Suite Facilities Location Cancellation Policy Accommodation Type Grading Directions Tours       ABOUT Welcome to Villa Afrikana – one of the best accommodation establishments in Knysna. The unobstructed views of the world renowned Knysna Heads and surrounding lagoon coupled with the architecture, décor, well appointed and spacious suites and the genuine hospitality of your Hosts, will make your stay at Villa Afrikana and unforgettable experience. Villa Afrikana will be the ideal base from which to experience all that Knysna and the Garden Route have to offer. We invite you to join us in experiencing the many features of our home – our realization of a lifetime dream. Come and reserve your place in “Paradise”. The Villa With its summery, gleaming white, the geometric architecture of Villa Afrikana is already quite a sight. The stylish interior is just as defined in the same perfect white. A modern, unpretentious interior gives the compact Villa Afrikana a surprisingly open feel to its rooms. Look out for the cleverly placed objects and eye-catching artworks by local artist Neil Nieuwoudt. The Villa encloses 6 suites, specifically designed for panoramic views, spaciousness and comfort. The Suites All suites enjoy fantastic views over the Knysna Heads as well as the surrounding Knysna Lagoon. Reputably they are some of the most spacious suites in Knysna and the Garden Route with combined sleeping and seating area averaging 32 square meters of living space. Each suite also features a comfortably furnished and very spacious luxury bathroom with under-floor heating and double washbasin. Depending on which suite you reserve, you’ll be resting in a comfortable queen size or even king size double bed. Additionally, the suites hold further revelations such as a fireplace, a hydro massage tub, a private balcony / terrace or a full equipped kitchenette. People – Beauty – Mystery is what comes to mind when describing Knysna. The town nestles between the impressive Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean, with the world renowned forests encircling it like a protective mantle. The 21 ha estuary is protected from the sea by the monolithic sandstone “Heads” – silent sentinels down the centuries of the rich history of this unique part of “Paradise on Earth”. In and around Knysna one will find a selection of fine restaurants, activities, cultural & heritage experiences, adventure and natural encounters to match your mood, age, physique or budget. For the shopper, there are interesting shops tucked away around every corner, authentic African traders and for the person with a passion for art and history, well, Knysna will intrigue you. For the golfers of the world…Knysna is home to some of the world’s best golf courses with the Pezula Golf Estate and Simola Golf Estate within its boundaries and courses such as the Oubaai Golf Estate, the famous Fancourt Golf Estate, Goose Valley Estate and the Mossel Bay Golf Club just an hour away. Knysna is the ideal Garden Route base, offering visitors an unforgettable holiday, from the very adventurous holiday makers to those who prefer relaxing in the sun, strolling through the cool forests or taking scenic day drives. It is an excellent day trip base and we advise than you plan your trip to stay at least five days in the heart of the Garden Route – Knysna. Begin your journey to this fascinating and still mysterious place and sample a taste of the beauty and a whisper of the people, in this, South Africa’s favourite town. Looking forward to your stay ... click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!      PICTURES Click on the images to enlarge Villa Afrikana Exterior Villa Afrikana Exterior & Pool Villa Afrikana Main Entrance       Villa Afrikana Main Lounge Villa Afrikana Main Veranda Villa Afrikana View of Knysna Heads       Villa Afrikana Cheese Board Villa Afrikana Toiletries Villa Afrikana Notzie Suite       Villa Afrikana Spitzkop Suite Villa Afrikana Matarolli Suite Villa Afrikana Matarolli Suite Bathroom       Villa Afrikana Gouna Suite Bathroom Villa Afrikana Phantom Self Catering Suite Villa Afrikana Phantom Self Catering Suite Bathroom    RATES   Suites High Season 01 September 2008 – 30 April 2009 Low Season 01 May - 04 July and  13 July - 31 August 2009   Per Person Per Night Sharing Per Person Per Night Sharing Owners Suite R850 R750 Gouna Suite R850 R750 Matarolli Suite R850 R750 Spitzkop Suite R850 R750 Noetzie Suite R950 R850       Phantom Self Catering Suite R850 R600 per additional adult R750 R500 per additional adult   NOTE: Single accommodation rates on request only.            Villa Afrikana is not bookable from 04 July 2009 to 13 July 2009. Rates are inclusive of: • Taxes • Accommodation • Breakfast served in the veranda or in the privacy of your Suite • All teas and coffees during your stay • Access to Wireless Broadband in the comfort of your suite or public spaces.   No children under the age of 12. Children of 12 years of age and older will stay at full rates.   Rates subject to change without prior notice.   Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       ACCOMMODATION TYPE • Guest House • Self Catering Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       ROOM CATEGORIES • 4 Loft Apartments: Paarl - 1 single bed                               Kanonkop - 1 double                               Table Mountain - 1 double                               Franschhoek (Family Unit) - 1 double & 2 single beds in living area • 5 Suites:  Spitskop Suite                  Located on the second level of the main building with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                  Private Balcony; Queen Size Bed; Relaxation area                  Maximum Number Adults: 2                  Noetzie Suite                  Located on the second level of the main building with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                  Private Balcony; Hydro Massage Bathtub; Fireplace; Queen Size Bed; Relaxation area                  Maximum Number Adults: 2                    Materolli Suite                  Located on the first level of the main building with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                  35 Square meters; King Size Bed; Relaxation area.                  Maximum Number Adults: 2                  Gouna Suite                  Located on the first level of the main building with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                  Private Balcony; Free-Standing Bathtub overlooking the Heads and Lagoon; Fireplace; Queen Size Bed.                  Maximum Number Adults: 2                  Owner’s Suite                  Located on the first level of the main building with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                  Private Balcony; Queen Size Bed; Alternative secondary entrance for privacy and convenience.                  Maximum Number Adults: 2   • 1 Self Catering Unit:  Phantom Suite                                  Located on the Ground level with spectacular views of Knysna Heads and Lagoon.                                  Private Terrace; Twin Beds that can be converted to a King Size Bed; Kitchenette.                                  Detached entrance from main building for privacy and convenience.                                  Maximum Number Adults: 3 Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       PROPERTY AMENITIES • Facilities & Services: • Indoor Guest Lounge with fire place. • Outdoor Guest Lounge with main deck overlooking the pool and lagoon. • Library and Reading Room adjacent to the Guest Lounge • Swimming pool with sun deck (unattended) • On-site secure parking is available • Laundry Service • Wireless Connectivity • In-suite Light Meals selection is available in the privacy of your suite during most of the day and evening. • Braai packages if you decide to take advantage of our braai facilities. • Complimentary Breakfast served in the privacy of your suite. • Concierge Desk operated by your Hosts, to assist with private arrangements and provide local knowledge for:    - Dinner at several very good restaurants nearby.    - Local Taxis    - Airport transfers    - Car Rentals    - Local Attractions Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       SUITE FACILITIES All Suites including Self Catering:   • Bathroom Under-floor Heating • Make-up Mirror • Shaver Plugs • Hair Dryer • Personalized Toiletries • Robes • Coffee / Tea In all Suites • Ceiling Fans • Walls Heating Panels • DVD Player • Alarm Clock • Television • Electronic Safe • International Convertible Plugs • WI-FI connectivity • Non-smoking Phantom Self catering Suite:   • All of Above Amenities • Extra Shower and Toilet • Fully equipped kitchenette in separate room • Gas stove • Fridge • Microwave • Kettle Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       GRADING Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       CHECK IN & CHECK OUT TIME • Check In After: 15h00 • Check Out Before: 11h00 Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       METHOD OF PAYMENT • Cash • Credit Card ((MasterCard and Visa Only) • Direct Transfer • Direct Deposit Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       LOCATION • Physical Address: 13 Watsonia Drive, Paradise • Town: Knysna • Region: Western Cape, South Africa Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       DIRECTIONS DIRECTIONS FROM GEORGE VIA N2:   1. On the N2 turn left into Fletcher Road after the first traffic light by the Total Garage. 2. Turn left again at the top of Fletcher Road and then right into Circular Drive (second road on the right). 3. Watsonia Drive is on your right at the top of Circular Drive; we are located at number 13. DIRECTIONS FROM PORT ELIZABETH VIA N2:   1. On the N2 drive through until the end of town, turn right into Fletcher Road by the Total Garage. 2. Turn left again at the top of Fletcher Road and then right into Circular Drive (second road on the right). 3. Watsonia Drive is on your right at the top of Circular Drive; we are located at number 13.      Click to enlarge Click HERE to download directions and a map to Villa Afrikana in MS Word format.      RECREATION IN THE AREA • The Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Train (departing from George) • The Knysna Quays Waterfront • The Knysna Heads • Garden of Eden • Goukamma Nature Reserve • Featherbed Nature Reserve • Knysna Elephant Park • Noetzie Castle • John Benn Boat Cruises on Knysna Lagoon • Dolphin Watching • Stormsriver Adventures (Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour) • Golfing at Pezula Golf Estate, Simola Golf Estate, Knysna Golf Club, Goose Valley Golf Estate • Absa Cape Epic Mountain Bike Race • Knysna Oyster Festival • Pink Loerie Mardi Gras • Thesen Island Sunday Market • Gastronomica • Knysna Forest Marathon • Karoo to Coast MTB Challenge • Knysna Street Carnival • Nederburg Knysna Arts Experience Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       DISTANCES TO SURROUNDING TOWNS • Plettenberg Bay ± 32 km • Sedgefield ± 23 km • Wilderness ± 43 km • George ± 61 km • Mossel Bay ± 115 km • Port Elizabeth ± 265 km Click HERE to book now with Villa Afrikana!       CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that SA Travel Desk has strict cancellation policies that will apply to the above establishment for bookings made via SA Travel Desk which will override those of the establishment in question. This may result in deposits paid (or a percentage thereof) / full payments made to be forfeited based upon the number of days prior to arrival date on when cancellation notice was received. All cancellations to be in writing by fax or e-mail.