Featuring garden views, 12onParkesLane in Knysna features accommodations and a garden. This recently renovated guest house is located a 11-minute walk from Bollard Bay Beach and 2 miles from Knysna the Heads. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A microwave and fridge are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Knysna, like hiking. Pezula Golf Club is 2.9 miles from 12onParkesLane, while Simola Golf and Country Estate is 8 miles from the property. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 20 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Knysna, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
10
High score for Knysna

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marcel
    South Africa South Africa
    Privacy, comfort, cleanliness and exceptional hosts.
  • Sonwabo
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was nice and closer to the canal where you can walk if you want a swim
  • Janse
    South Africa South Africa
    Value for money, situated in good location, good walks, easy access
  • Uvesh
    South Africa South Africa
    it is based on the outside off nysna not so far just about 5km but very beautiful room for a couple tidy,clean and assistance is great Netflix and wifi also very fast and calm place to stay 😀and the best thing ready assist with anything u need...
  • Tania
    South Africa South Africa
    Well equipped. Lovely quiet street. Very comfortable. All restaurants are within walking distance.
  • Lee-ann
    South Africa South Africa
    A perfectly equipped place for a short stopover. Comfy bed, very clean shower/entire room. Quite a few eating options close by.
  • Mdluli
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful, clean and modern place which is conveniently located close to all attractions.
  • Mandy
    South Africa South Africa
    The location was excellent. 2min walk to the lagoon. Lovely on Leisure island.
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location to the friends we were visiting. Lovely and quiet. Plenty of coffee/tea, bar fridge.
  • Claudia
    Germany Germany
    The location is great for a stay on Leisure Island and we enjoyed it very much! Room is nice, very clean and friendly.

Hosted by Paula and Roland Munro

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Paula and Roland Munro
Enjoy island living at its best when you book your holiday at 12onParkesLane - our guest rooms on Leisure Island in Knysna, in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route National Park.  STAY AT 12onParkes Lane Our two well-appointed and comfortable en-suite rooms - ‘Mist’ and ‘Cloud’ - offer peaceful, comfortable island accommodation. Our home and rooms are Solar Powered, so no Loadshedding whilst you stay with us! Both rooms have super-fast wifi, DSTV (full bouquet), tea and coffee stations, bar fridges, queen-size beds, and bathrooms with showers. Unfortunately we don’t offer meals or catering, but you’ll find four superb eateries within walking distance - on the Island, just around the corner! With your hosts resident on site, we’re here to offer suggestions about how to make the best of your time in Knysna… although ‘do as little as possible’ might just be the advice you need... Welcome to 12onParkes Lane - Welcome to Leisure Island - Welcome to Knysna!
I am an entrepeneur and Industrial Psychologist by trade. I have run numerous of my own businesses, but currently run my own Consulting Company, consulting in the mining industry in South Africa and Africa. My wife Paula, is a retired teacher.
The Knysna Lagoon - one of the most important features of the National Park - laps the shore just a few hundred metres from our front door.  Without ever getting into your car, here you can enjoy lazing on the beach, you can pad around in the shallow water at low tide and swim at high tide, you can stroll around the neighbourhood and have a drink or a meal at one of the local coffee shops (there’s very little traffic on Leisure Isle); you can spend some quality time birdwatching in Steenbok Nature Reserve (also on the Island); or you can just chill with a book on a bench under a tree... And when the tide goes out, you can walk across the sand to the famous Knysna Heads - which, as the old folks used to say, truly is, ‘The world’s most spectacular portal to the sea.’  LOCATION: Knysna is situated about 70 km from the closest domestic airport (in the city of George), 500 km by road from Cape Town, and 280 km from Port Elizabeth.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of 12onParkesLane
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Good free Wifi 32 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

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

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
12onParkesLane takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroDebit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

Please inform 12onParkesLane of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

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

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

FAQs about 12onParkesLane

  • The prices at 12onParkesLane may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at 12onParkesLane is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 2,800 feet from 12onParkesLane. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • 12onParkesLane offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach
  • 12onParkesLane is 2.5 miles from the center of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at 12onParkesLane include:

    • Double