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Guesthouse Head over Hills
22 Glen View Road, 6570 Knysna, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 74 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
From the minute we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming and such wonderful hosts. The beauty of the place was breath taking. The food was AMAZING. XOLANI and WEBSTER, you guys are awesome!!!!!!
Hlohlongoane
South Africa
South AfricaThe food was amazing and the view was lovely and calming. The room was really comfortable and well maintained. The staff was very friendly and kind and easy to talk to.
Brian
South Africa
South AfricaThe views and the friendly staff. The meals provided was absolutely amazing as well.
Lloyd
South Africa
South AfricaMagnificent Views Seven Star Treatment professionalism of Staff
Fitzgerald
South Africa
South AfricaBreakfast needs improvement, not sure if it’s because of covid
Mpho
South Africa
South AfricaWhy go out of the country when you have such a beautiful view? A combination of Santorini (Greece) and Almafi Coast (Italy) view in on property to say the least
Siyasanga
South Africa
South AfricaGreat views, really helpful staff and fabulous wine cellar!
Charlotte
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emiratesthe breakfast was the best. the location was perfect
Fulufhelo
South Africa
South AfricaOur room was upgraded for free we even felt like crying. Everyone at Head over is friendly
Florence
Botswana
BotswanaAccommodation was excellent. The staff very friendly and helpful. An unforgettable weekend!
Dries
South Africa
South Africa
Head over Hills
9.2
Wonderful
74 reviews
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Hlohlongoane
South Africa
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Brian
South Africa
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Lloyd
South Africa
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Fitzgerald
South Africa
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Mpho
South Africa
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Siyasanga
South Africa
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Charlotte
United Arab Emirates
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Fulufhelo
South Africa
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Florence
Botswana
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Dries
South Africa
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See what guests loved the most:
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Hlohlongoane
South Africa“From the minute we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming and such wonderful hosts. The beauty of the place was breath taking. The food was AMAZING. XOLANI and WEBSTER, you guys are awesome!!!!!!”
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Brian
South Africa
“The food was amazing and the view was lovely and calming. The room was really comfortable and well maintained. The staff was very friendly and kind and easy to talk to.”
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Lloyd
South Africa
“The views and the friendly staff. The meals provided was absolutely amazing as well.”
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Fitzgerald
South Africa
“Magnificent Views Seven Star Treatment professionalism of Staff ”
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Mpho
South Africa
“Breakfast needs improvement, not sure if it’s because of covid”
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Siyasanga
South Africa
“Why go out of the country when you have such a beautiful view? A combination of Santorini (Greece) and Almafi Coast (Italy) view in on property to say the least”
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Charlotte
United Arab Emirates“Great views, really helpful staff and fabulous wine cellar!”
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Fulufhelo
South Africa
“the breakfast was the best. the location was perfect”
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Florence
Botswana“Our room was upgraded for free we even felt like crying. Everyone at Head over is friendly ”
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Dries
South Africa
“Accommodation was excellent. The staff very friendly and helpful. An unforgettable weekend!”
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About Head over Hills
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Host Info
Host Review Score
9.6
Head over Hills is a unique 5 Star luxury retreat situated on the beautiful edge of the iconic Knysna heads. All our guests are swept away with the spectacular view. The establishment was built for a family holiday house but turned into a guest house a few years later.
At Head over Hills luxury retreat we are very passionate about golf. Head over Hills is proud corporate partners with Pezula Championship Golf course and therefore we can offer our guests a discounted rate.
Head over Hills is located in the Coney Glen Area on the famous eastern Head. You can easily walk down to the beach or to the close by East Head Café for a delicious lunch.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans, English, Swedish
What's nearby
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View Point Eastern Knysna Head0.2 miles
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Knysna the Heads0.2 miles
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Pezula Golf Estate1.7 miles
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Knysna Golf Club1.7 miles
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Pezula Golf Club1.9 miles
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Knysna Waterfront2.9 miles
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Knysna National Lake Area3 miles
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Featherbed Boat Cruises3.1 miles
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Noetsiestrand3.6 miles
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Pledge Nature Reserve3.8 miles
Restaurants & cafes
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Restaurant East Head Cafe0.6 miles
Top attractions
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Simola Golf and Country Estate5.3 miles
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Knysna Forest5.6 miles
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Simola Golf Estate5.6 miles
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Goukamma Nature Reserve7.9 miles
Natural Beauty
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Lake Knysna Lagoon0.6 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
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Coney Glen Beach500 feet
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Bollard Bay Beach1.1 miles
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Sparrebosch Beach2 miles
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Brenton Beach2.6 miles
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Noetzie Beach3.5 miles
Closest Airports
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Plettenberg Bay Airport15.1 miles
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George Airport39.6 miles
How to get to Head over Hills from George Airport
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1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour
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Amenities of Head over Hills
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Room Amenities
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Activities
Living Area
Media & Technology
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
Waste
- Water cooler/dispenser
Water
- Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
Nature
- Bicycle rental
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Head over Hills accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
FAQs about Head over Hills
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Head over Hills by:
- Car 1h 10min
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Guests staying at Head over Hills can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
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Head over Hills is 3.1 miles from the center of Knysna.
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Room options at Head over Hills include:
- Suite
- Double
- Twin
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Check-in at Head over Hills is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Head over Hills has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The prices at Head over Hills may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Head over Hills offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Back massage
- Walking tours
- Head massage
- Spa facilities
- Foot massage
- Bike tours
- Full-body massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Neck massage
- Hand massage
- Couples' massage
- Yoga classes
