Paradise Private Zen Studios

13 Loerie Street, Paradise, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
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Paradise Private Zen Studios

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
164 reviews
  • Apartments
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Set in Knysna and only 6.6 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Paradise Private Zen Studios offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With lake views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The property offers soundproof units and is situated 7 km from Knysna Forest. Each unit is fitted with a terrace offering garden views, a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at the apartment can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Knysna Heads is 8.8 km from Paradise Private Zen Studios, while Pezula Golf Club is 10 km from the property. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 32 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Knysna
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sara
    Ireland Ireland
    “Beautiful studio ; the Japanese design is out of this world and you get amazing views of the lagoon. Place is spacious and super clean .Ellie and François are super friendly and helpful too”
  • Laurie
    Belgium Belgium
    “Beautiful views & extraordinary architecture of the accommodation. Very friendly & helpful hosts! We received a lot of recommendations for things to do in the area & they all turned out to be great.”
  • Lies
    South Africa South Africa
    “The incredible clever design and nature surroundings.”
  • Giles
    South Africa South Africa
    “View from the room is amazing. Very beautiful and well maintained spaces.”
  • Pradeep
    India India
    “Great host and the way lady oriented about the studio and the town was amazing. A lot of effort in arranging the room , planned in minutest of detail and thoughtfullness”
  • Beate
    Germany Germany
    “We just loved it - Ellie and Francois are really lovely and helpful - everything is made with passion. . The whole unit is really well thought, nothing missing - you can tell, they know from their own experience what is needed / convenient. We...”
  • Lara
    Germany Germany
    “Our little garden room was perfect. We loved the big patio to sit outside and the apartment had everything you could need including coffee and some milk. The whole complex is beautiful, you can see the love the owners put into it. Also we got some...”
  • Michael
    Belgium Belgium
    “Exceptional atmosphere in this property, you'd think you're in Japan. Very nice rooms with kitchen and balcony. Good location to discover the wider Knysna area”
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely, unique stay. Friendly hosts and really comfortable studio with uninterrupted views above Knysna bay. Quiet and cosy. Lots of personal touches made this a very special stay”
  • Darren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful and relaxing place to stay. The place was clean and the views of Knysna were stunning. A lot of thought has gone into making this place so very special. Francois and Ellie were very friendly and ready to provide help and information. It...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Ellie & Francois

Company review score: 9.9Based on 162 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We pride ourselves in our personal commitment to the planet. Our life motto is to work hard, play hard & always have balance in life. We are a relaxed easy going couple, well travelled, young at heart, love to laugh...nature lovers....when we are not working, we enjoy sailing, microlight flying, touring the back-roads, hiking & cycling. We speak English, Afrikaans & French. Ellie manages the studios & loves cooking up a storm in her "one of a kind" kitchen with a view to die for. She will be available for anything you may need during your stay to make your visit even more enjoyable. Francois designs and creates Solidwood buildings for the Local and Export market, continuing a tradition started by his father 54 years ago. We love living in beautiful Knysna and where possible we are happy to share our knowledge of the local area, hidden gems and must do's with you, so if you have any questions on places to visit or restaurants to eat at, or specific activities, feel free to chat to us any time about it. We both enjoy meeting our new guests from all over the world and look forward to welcoming & hosting you.

Property information

Experience bio-inspired eco architecture at Paradise Private. The roof cover uses unique organic, indigenous planted living roofs, which pump oxygen into the environment. Structures are built from solid wood, using sustainable, local resources, for a low carbon footprint.Our 4 semi self-catering studios are located in the heart of Paradise with breathtaking handcrafted views of the lagoon & famous Knysna Heads. The studios have private entrances & designed with romance at heart - a blissful base for lovebirds wanting to go off the radar into their own little world. 3 Studios offer romantic alcove beds with sweeping lagoon views. Enjoy natural soft lighting, warm textures & low ceilings to enhance intimacy. The sweeping lagoon views from the studios will take your breath away, whatever the weather. The private undercover decks are perfect for champagne celebrations or nights wrapped in blankets whilst enjoying a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Make use of our private courtyard boma for a fireside barbeque evening (free of charge) Our Nature Hotspot offers a wood fired hot tub overlooking the lagoon under and open starry sky (pre-arranged at an extra charge).

Neighbourhood information

Knysna needs little introduction...good, caring people...genuine & concerned about your well-being...expertise from around the world...great offerings...lots to do!! The Waterfront & Town centre is about 15 minutes walk & 5 minutes by car from us. Knysna is surrounded by a paradise of indigenous trees, mountains, dams and picturesque beaches. It offers many activities and a variety of excellent dining options. Paradise Private is the ideal starting point from which to explore the Garden Route attractions and the Little Karoo.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Paradise Private Zen Studios
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities

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

  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Fence around pool

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Outdoor & View

  • Garden view

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box

Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • French

House rules
Paradise Private Zen Studios takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Paradise Private Zen Studios 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Paradise Private Zen Studios

  • Check-in at Paradise Private Zen Studios is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

  • Paradise Private Zen Studios has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Paradise Private Zen Studios on this page.

  • Paradise Private Zen Studios offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Swimming Pool

  • Paradise Private Zen Studios is 0.9 miles from the centre of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Paradise Private Zen Studios can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Paradise Private Zen Studios on this page.