6 On Protea Knysna Bed & Breakfast or Self Catering Garden Route
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  • Property TypeHotel
  • Guests16
  • Rooms/Units6

6 On Protea is a highly recommended B&B with self catering option, providing accommodation in Knysna for tourists visiting the Garden Route region.

About 6 On Protea

Strategically situated, high on a hill in the fittingly named suburb of ‘Paradise' this luxury Knysna Bed and Breakfast offers it's guests spectacular views of Knysna, the Knysna Lagoon and the famous Knysna Heads. Guests can enjoy sundowners on their private balcony or patio and watch yachts, ferries, the Paddle cruiser, the John Benn cruise along our beautiful Knysna Lagoon, perfect for a romantic Honeymoon.

ACCOMMODATION

6 On Protea has elegantly styled and spacious en-suite rooms available to its guests. All suites have spectacular views of the Knysna lagoon and the famous Knysna Heads with all the modern comforts of home living.

Providing discerning guests with luxury accommodation, finest of international comfort and spectacular paradisaical views. Honeymoon couples can enjoy a romantic evening on their private patio or balcony and watch the moon rise over the lagoon. Please see the individual room descriptions and photographs below.

FACILITIES

• Safe off-street parking
• Coffee / tea making facilities (All rooms)
• Fridge (All rooms)
• Colour TV (DStv) (All rooms)
• Heater / Fan (All rooms)
• Private balcony / patio with the best views in Knysna (All rooms)
• Non-smoking Rooms (All rooms)
• Ironing board, hairdryer, travel adapters available
• Free Wi-Fi
• Microwave, crockery, cutlery and wineglasses available on every floor
• All rooms serviced daily
• Laundry facilities are located close by in town

ATTRACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Nestled in a very quiet cul-de-sac only 1 km from the Waterfront and Town Centre, Paradise House offers its guests the opportunity to sample a number of attractions in and around Knysna.
• Board a ferry and enjoy a cruise to Featherbed Nature Reserve and the Knysna Heads
• Watch the whales and dolphins play from Knysna Heads, Brenton-on-sea, Buffulo Bay, Knoetzie or Plettenberg Bay
• Visit Knysna Elephant Park, Monkeyland or the unique Birds of Eden.
• For the adventurous try Blackwater Tubing at Stormsriver, bungee jumping at Bloukrans River Bridge or do a canopy tour in the Tsitsikamma forest
• Take a drive over the majestic Outeniqua Mountain and visit Oudtshoorn's famous Ostrich farms and the Cango Caves
• Enjoy a walk or sundowners on one of our many beautiful beaches
• Play a round of Golf on the World renowned golf courses - Pezula Golf Course or Simola Golf Course

Knysna is very central to all activities in the Garden Route - so make Paradise House your base from where to explore the most beautiful part of Africa. We will be happy to share our comprehensive knowledge of the beautiful Garden Route, give our guests travel advice and make bookings on their behalf.

Features you'll appreciate

  • wifi
  • air-con
  • parking
  • kitchenette
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Beach towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Fan(s)
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Iron / trouser press
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Concierge
  • Garden(s)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)

Food & Drink

  • Halaal Friendly
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Tour assistance
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Dutch
  • Flemish
  • Swazi
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Paquita Suite

Located on the ground floor, on the lagoon side with magnificent 180 degree views, Paquita Suite is furnished with a Queen extra-length bed and the en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet and basin. All units have self-catering facilities with crockery, cutlery and wineglasses for your convenience, as well as cooking utensils and microwave. The room opens up onto a private patio leading to the lawn and garden. It has a flat screen TV with DSTV. A maximum of two guests can be accommodated in this unit. This unit is bright and airy and has air conditioner and heating.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Aloe Suite has beautiful lagoon and waterfront views from a lower level as it is situated on the ground floor, on the eastern side. This suite has an extra-length King-size bed but can be split into two twin beds. (Please request twin beds after you confirm your booking if you prefer two beds). The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet and basin. A private patio leading unto lawn provides privacy and tranquility with sun rising in front. The suite has self-catering facilities with crockery, cutlery and wineglasses for your convenience as well as cooking utensils and microwave. It has a flat-screen TV with DSTV. This unit has air conditioning and heating. A maximum of two guests can be accommodated in this room.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Featherbed Family Suite

Featherbed Family Suite is a very spacious open plan unit on the ground floor and on the lagoon side, with magnificent views. The suite is furnished with a King-size bed (or twin beds) and en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a lounge area with a double bed for two additional people. The kitchenette comes with a two plate gas burner, microwave, toaster, crockery, cutlery, and a patio with braai facilities is available. This unit has a air conditioning and heating. and a flat-screen TV with DSTV. A maximum of 6 guests can be accommodated in this unit.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Situated on the higher level (no stairs involved) on the Lagoon side, with spectacular 180 degree views of the lagoon, the Heads, Waterfront and Featherbed Nature Reserve, the Loerie Suite is furnished with a Queen-size, extra-length bed and private balcony. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet and basin. Also available is a microwave, crockery, cutlery and wineglasses for your convenience. The room has a flat screen TV with DSTV, air conditioning and heating. A maximum of two guests can be accommodated in this unit.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Oyster Suite is located on the top floor, on the eastern side with great views over the water front and the Lagoon. The sun rises in front of this unit, it is very peaceful and catching the sunrise from your bed or balcony is such a treat. The room is furnished with a King size, extra-length bed (can be made into 2 twins) and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a private balcony. This room is bright and airy with morning sun streaming in as well as northern light all day. The room has light self-catering facilities with microwave, crockery, cutlery and wine glasses for your convenience as well as cooking utensils. Suite 5 has a flat screen TV with DSTV, air conditioning and heating. A maximum of two guests can be accommodated in this unit.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

This is a self-catering loft apartment with spectacular lagoon views. It sleeps four guests in two en-suite bedrooms which each has a King-size bed (or two twins), depending on your preferences. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. The large balcony has a gas braai/barbeque and is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine whilst catching the Sunset in the evening or for early risers to enjoy the Sunrise over the lagoon. It has a flat screen TV in the Lounge area with DSTV and there is air-conditioning and heating. The rooms and bathrooms gets a lot of light as it gets the morning sun from the East, the northern sun flooding in during the day and also catches the setting sun from the West. This unit is perfect for friends or family traveling together and boasts the best views of the Knysna Lagoon and the sunrise and sunset.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Beach towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Guest Reviews

11 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewgood

The new manager is finding her feet, was helpful nonetheless

November 2021

Andre J. (Johannesburg)

Verified reviewexcellent

We had a perfect stay at your B&B. Beautifull rooms with an amazing vieuw on the Heads, a very good breakfast, very friendly hosts who makes you feel welcome and at home. Thanks again for the wonderfull stay and we will come back.

October 2019

J. R. (the netherlands)

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Need to Know

Response time6 On Protea typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren 8 years and older are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Plettenberg Bay Airport - 40km
George Airport - 70km
Port Elizabeth Airport - 266km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h30

Exceptions to check-in/out times may be arranged, please enquire.

Payment methods accepted by the property Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since August 2010

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