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Bed and breakfast On The Estuary

On The Estuary

150 Old Cape Road, Paradise, 6571 Knysna, South Africa – Great location - show map

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8.3
Very good
53 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Location

    8.2

  • Total

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

The staff. we were made so welcome. Went out of the way for us.

Nigel South Africa

Beautiful place to stay, great location and lovely helpful and knowledgeable staff. Would recommend as a great stop on garden route! Muse Restaurant next door was a highlight of our trip with fab food and friendly staff, plus great music and garden atmosphere. Lots of pretty lights!

Esme United Kingdom

Beautiful location, nice trendy room, good breakfast, friendly staff

Saskia Belgium

Hard work goes into making this establishment a success. Very clean, secure parking and all the comforts yo make your stay enjoyable. An excellent breakfast. Amazing views of the lagoon and Knysna Heads. Wonderful watching the wildlife in the estuary in front of hotel.

Rosina South Africa

Anita and her staff were friendly and efficient. Breakfast were good, simple yet substantial, yummy!

Yap Singapore

Very good breakfast (loved the omelette). I got an upgrade for my room which I really liked. The new room was big, clean and comfortable with a balcony and a great view! The B&B has two pools to use. However, it was too cold to swim while I was there. The staff was really nice and had a lot of recommendations!

Ariane Germany

Loved the big bed, views, service and use of amenities. Samuel is an outstanding host.

Amanda South Africa

Breakfast was fine Very happy with the location

Neelesh South Africa

Location was excellent, staff was friendly and helpful.

Erich United States

Lovely location - entrance of Knysna with a just a few mins drive to town centre and waterfront. Outside balcony area was lovely. Simon who assisted us with queries everyday was very friendly and always willing to help where he could. The owner, we met as we checked out, was friendly and very keen to take our comments on board which is good. You can tell that she wants to provide the best stay possible for her guests. The breakfast was great! Good quality warm breakfast and fruit salad was delicious!

Dladytravelbug United Kingdom

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9.4
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8.3
Very good
53 reviews
  • 9.4

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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The staff. we were made so welcome. Went out of the way for us.”
    Nigel Nigel South Africa South Africa
  • “Beautiful place to stay, great location and lovely helpful and knowledgeable staff. Would recommend as a great stop on garden route!”
    Esme Esme United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Beautiful location, nice trendy room, good breakfast, friendly staff”
    Saskia Saskia Belgium Belgium
  • “Hard work goes into making this establishment a success. Very clean, secure parking and all the comforts yo make your stay enjoyable. An excellent breakfast.”
    Rosina Rosina South Africa South Africa
  • “Anita and her staff were friendly and efficient. Breakfast were good, simple yet substantial, yummy!”
    Yap Yap Singapore Singapore
  • “Very good breakfast (loved the omelette). I got an upgrade for my room which I really liked. The new room was big, clean and comfortable with a balcony and a great view!”
    Ariane Ariane Germany Germany
  • “Loved the big bed, views, service and use of amenities. Samuel is an outstanding host.”
    Amanda Amanda South Africa South Africa
  • “Breakfast was fine Very happy with the location”
    Neelesh Neelesh South Africa South Africa
  • “Location was excellent, staff was friendly and helpful.”
    Erich Erich United States United States
  • “Lovely location - entrance of Knysna with a just a few mins drive to town centre and waterfront. Outside balcony area was lovely.”
    Dladytravelbug Dladytravelbug United Kingdom United Kingdom

Situated right at the edge of Knysna Lagoon, On The Estuary offers accommodation with a relaxed atmosphere and panoramic views of Knysna Heads. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool within gardens.

Rooms at On The Estuary have a modern lay-out and feature a TV set and a tea/coffee maker. Some come with a kitchenette, others with a private entrance leading to the garden.

A continental breakfast is served daily in the outdoor patio, while looking out on to the lagoon and Knysna Heads. Situated along the Garden Route, the hotel is close to a number of boutique wineries with tasting possibilities.

Other facilities of On The Estuary include free WiFi access in all rooms and a complimentary private parking on site. The centre of town is just a 5-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

낍 Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

끉 Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

끸 Free private parking available on-site

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8.3
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53 reviews
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  • Nigel South Africa

    “The staff. we were made so welcome. Went out of the way for us.”

  • Esme United Kingdom

    “Beautiful place to stay, great location and lovely helpful and knowledgeable staff. Would recommend as a great stop on garden route! Muse Restaurant next door was a highlight of our trip with fab food and friendly staff, plus great music and garden atmosphere. Lots of pretty lights!” Read more

  • Saskia Belgium

    “Beautiful location, nice trendy room, good breakfast, friendly staff”

  • Rosina South Africa

    “Hard work goes into making this establishment a success. Very clean, secure parking and all the comforts yo make your stay enjoyable. An excellent breakfast. Amazing views of the lagoon and Knysna Heads. Wonderful watching the wildlife in the estuary in front of hotel.” Read more

  • Yap Singapore

    “Anita and her staff were friendly and efficient. Breakfast were good, simple yet substantial, yummy! ”

  • Ariane Germany

    “Very good breakfast (loved the omelette). I got an upgrade for my room which I really liked. The new room was big, clean and comfortable with a balcony and a great view! The B&B has two pools to use. However, it was too cold to swim while I was there. The staff was really nice and had a lot of recommendations!” Read more

  • Amanda South Africa

    “Loved the big bed, views, service and use of amenities. Samuel is an outstanding host.”

  • Neelesh South Africa

    “Breakfast was fine Very happy with the location”

  • Erich United States

    “Location was excellent, staff was friendly and helpful.”

  • Dladytravelbug United Kingdom

    “Lovely location - entrance of Knysna with a just a few mins drive to town centre and waterfront. Outside balcony area was lovely. Simon who assisted us with queries everyday was very friendly and always willing to help where he could. The owner, we met as we checked out, was friendly and very keen to take our comments on board which is good. You can tell that she wants to provide the best stay possible for her guests. The breakfast was great! Good quality warm breakfast and fruit salad was delicious! ” Read more

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On The Estuary

On The Estuary

Previously known as Ar'deCo / Beauchamp Place. Ar'deCo used to be a private residence of the Late Dr James Leonard Brierley Smith, known as J.L.B. Smith whom identified most of the exotic fish species including the Coelacanth, which is now believed to be extinct. Later owned by Frank & Oscar, who called the house "Frankly Oscar", adapted the American Ar'deCo style throughout the entire house. Anita Bekker, current owner of Ar'deco & Beauchamp Place, renamed the two guesthouses in April 2017, merging both under the same name, known today as On The Estuary Knysna. New to On The Estuary: Preferential Golfing rates, if booked through us!

We absolutely love hosting guests in this iconic and rich history filled properties, and enjoy having guests return time after time. It is not how many stay with us, but how many return!

Paradise, Knysna is one of the safest neighbourhoods in Knysna. Bordering on the Knysna Estuary, which boasts an array of plant and fish species only found here!

Languages spoken: Afrikaans, English

Property surroundings *
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What's nearby
  • Featherbed Boat Cruises
    0.9 miles
  • Knysna National Lake Area
    0.9 miles
  • Pledge Nature Reserve
    1.1 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront
    1.1 miles
  • Simola Golf and Country Estate
    2 miles
  • Simola Golf Estate
    2.3 miles
  • Knysna Forest
    2.6 miles
  • Knysna Golf Club
    3.3 miles
  • Knysna Heads
    3.6 miles
  • View Point Eastern Knysna Head
    3.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Pezula Golf Estate
    4.3 miles
  • Pezula Golf Club
    4.7 miles
  • Goukamma Nature Reserve
    5 miles
Closest airports
  • Plettenberg Bay Airport
    17.6 miles
  • George Airport
    37.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Facilities of On The Estuary Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
  • Secured parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge service
  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Children television networks
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Pool/beach towels
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

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Check-in

15:00 - 19:00

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Check-out

08:00 - 10:00

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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 13 years and above are considered adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa On The Estuary accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

On The Estuary accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Please inform On The Estuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about On The Estuary

  • Guests staying at On The Estuary can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at On The Estuary include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to On The Estuary by:

    • Car 55min

  • On The Estuary is 1.3 miles from the centre of Knysna.

  • On The Estuary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Check-in at On The Estuary is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at On The Estuary (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private parking
    • Secured parking
    • Accessible parking

  • The prices at On The Estuary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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