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Glory Dawn
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,100
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Wild Iris
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,100
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Sandstone
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,100
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Gorgeous Olive
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,100
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Birdsong
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,100
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Earth Rose
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,250
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Blue Sky
Max 2 Guests
1 double

from R 3,250
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Lavender Edge
Max 4 Guests
1 double, 2 single

from R 3,250
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About Forest Valley Cottages

Forest Valley Cottages is a peaceful, immersive escape in the Rheenendal Valley – a lush destination part of the Knysna Forest along the scenic Garden Route. Towering above the rich landscape below, the 4-star rated accommodations feature spectacular views over the expansive panoramas, and are equipped with luxury amenities and a wonderful sense of privacy – making it perfect for a rejuvenating getaway in nature.

Each of the eight beautiful cottages offer contemporary self-catering living areas, with an indoor fireplace, spa tub, outdoor bath or jacuzzi, braai facilities, and a kitchenette for self-catering ease. There is no WiFi, ensuring a complete escape from the outside world. Seven of the cottages (Iris, Birdsong, Blue Sky, Sandstone, Gorgeous Olive, Earth Rose and Glory Dawn) sleep 2 guests per unit, while the four-sleeper Lavender Edge cottage is perfect for small families or groups of friends.

Forest Valley Cottages Setting

One of the top scenic stretches in South Africa, the Garden Route offers a little bit of everything, from a pristine coastline, spectacular scenery and fascinating wildlife experiences, to private game reserves, small towns and towering mountains to explore, it's a nature lover's paradise. It's here where the beautiful coastal village of Knysna, characterised by its surrounding forest and stunning lagoon that feeds out to the ocean, has become a primary destination for local and international travellers.

Forest Valley Cottages is situated on the wooded side of Knysna, known as the Rheenendal Valley, just an 8-minute drive from the Knysna Lagoon. The location is conveniently close to both beaches and forests, ensuring a private and secure retreat. Forest Valley Cottages sits right on the forest's edge, offering a front-row seat to the wonders of nature.

Activities

Nature Forest Walks

Nature Forest Walks

Birding

Birding

Scenic Drives

Scenic Drives

Romance

Romance

Reviews

Breathtaking views

Great place to revitalize your soul, your relationship or mini vacation with your loved one. Great service all round from our host. The cottages are well kept, old school with a modern touch. Ohh and the views… breathtaking!!

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E. Jordans

Stunning location

Wonderful gem in a stunning location. Well-equipped with stunning decor. Absolutely perfect place, can definitely recommend, feels like you enter a fairytale when you walk through the doors.

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L. Harrison

Absolutely spectacular

Our stay at Forest valley cottages was absolutely spectacular. Great unobstructed views over the forest. Well equipped cottage. The perfect place to unwind, relax and take in the joys of nature. Although one feels as though they are in the middle of nature, the cottages are positioned a short drive to the waterfront.

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T. Ford

Location

Knysna (N2), Forest Valley Cottages, Knysna, 6570

How to get there

EXPECT A WATTSUP LOCATION PINN AND GATE CODE ON YOUR ARRIVAL DAY! From the Cape Town side, on the N2 George/Wilderness/ Sedgefield PASS Buffalo Bay turnoff, up the hill, NEXT LEFT take the Rheenendal turnoff, on the left hand side, before going down the hill to Knysna lagoon, drive for 6kms, PASS Phantom Pass at 5km, round a corner, as it begins to straighten, see the sign and turn right into Forest Valley driveway up 300m, through the gateway, right and straight, see parking, walk across the grass and come to the reception, there will be a note on the door, telling you things, if there is noone there? From the Port Elizabeth side, drive through Knysna, around the lagoon over the white bridge, continue up the hill, then take the Rheenendal turnoff, at the top of the hill...on the right, drive for 6 kms, see Forest Valley on the right.. come up the driveway 300m, through the gateway and straight, see parking, walk across the grass and come to the reception there will be a note on the door telling you things, if there is noone there?

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