St James of Knysna
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Western Cape > Knysna > Knysna
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Description
In the heart of the Garden Route, nestled on the shores of the famous Knysna Lagoon, lies this exclusive five star Country House Hotel.
Set amongst beautiful gardens on a three acre estate, this owner run hotel is renowned for its magnificent views of the Lagoon. Golfing enthusiasts have access to a number of excellent 18-hole golf courses in the area, such as the the magnificent world class Pezula Golf Course, the Knysna Golf Course, Simola, the Plettenberg Bay Country Club , the George Golf Course and the internationally renowned Fancourt. The St James offers elegant a la carte dining with a well stocked wine cellar. Our policy is one of total exclusivity, privacy, security and dedication to personal service. A privately owned establishment, we set new standards in service and luxury.
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Bed & Breakfasts, Guest Houses, Hotels, Lodges, Luxury RetreatsMAP
Latitude : -34° 0' 13.25" S | Longitude : 23° 2' 9.31" E
Directions
GPS CO-ORDINATES: Latitude: -34.039° Longitude 23.0175°BY ROAD
The St James of Knysna is situated in the quaint town of Knysna, a scenic drive from Cape Town or Port Elizabeth along the N2 national highway.
DIRECTIONS FROM CAPE TOWN (+-500kms)
Travelling on the N2 from Cape Town you will travel past Somerset West , Caledon, Swellendam, Albertina, Mossel Bay and George.
Approaching Knysna on the N2 you will cross over the Knysna Lagoon. Continuing for approximately 2.5 km you will see a sign on the left hand side of the road saying The Point". Turning right onto a gravel road you will find the St James entrance.
DIRECTIONS FROM PORT ELIZABETH (+-260kms)
Travelling on the N2 from Port Elizabeth you will travel past Humansdorp, Storms River and Plettenberg Bay.
Following the N2 out of Knysna you will notice various African Curio Stalls on the left hand side of the road. Approximately 300m further you will notice a sign board on the left hand side of the road saying "The Point". Turning left onto a gravel road you will find the St James entrance.
BY AIR
St James of Knysna is situated approximately 60kms (an hours drive) from George Airport or alternatively approximately 260kms (two and half hours drive) from Port Elizabeth Airport.
Alternate Flight Options
Tambo International Airport to George Airport (2 Hours)
Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport (1 Hours 45 Minutes)
Cape Town International Airport to George Airport (50 Minutes)
Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport (1 Hour 10 Minutes)
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Services
Car Parking Available | Yes |
Children Allowed | Yes |
Minimum Age | 12+ |
Experience
Accommodation
Type
Bed & Breakfasts
Guest Houses
Hotels
Lodges
Luxury Retreats
Utilities
Catering
A La Carte Restaurant
Bar
Financial
American Express
Diners Card
Master Card
Visa Card
Room Attributes
Air conditioner in room
Heaters in rooms
Honey moon suites
Non Smoking Rooms
Radios in room
Room service
Safety deposit boxes
Tea / coffee in rooms
Television in rooms
TV - DSTV connection
TV - M-Net connection
TV - SABC connection
TV - Satellite connection
Services
Laundry
Parking
Room service
Telephone direct dial
Languages
Foreign
French
South African
Afrikaans
English