What people are saying
We enjoyed it very much and the house was fantastic.
Michelle Barnard, South Africa
09 May 2008
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The Reddy family were awesome and their house magnificent ! One of the best on the Island.
Thesens Island is wonderful for families, the whole atmosphere of cycling and boating, swimming and late night walks - truly wonderful!!!
julia cook, South Africa
06 January 2008
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Taliesin is spacious, well appointed and beautifully furnished. It is situated in fantastic surroundings and we would highly recommend.
Dawn Berry, South Africa
28 September 2007
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A bit about this place
Taliesin is one of the most beautiful houses on Knysna Lagoon. It is as close to the waters edge as you can be. High tide comes up to the lower deck. It offers the most luxurious of self-catering accommodation you can find.
It is situated on Plantation Island, one of the Thesen Islands in Knysna Lagoon. The Island is connected to the mainland by a long courseway and the community is gated, making the island privateand secure.
Taliesin sleeps twelve in luxury. Five of the six bedrooms are ensuite. There is a wonderful feeling of space throughout the house. Lots of windows and high ceilings let the Knysna breezes in. There is also a two bedroom apartment for rent when the house is vacant. The apartment will have the use of the gardens and pool.
Accommodation:
Six bedrooms. Five of which are ensuite.
Many decks with amazing views of the famous Knysna Heads & Lagoon
Large covered braai
10 metre heated pool with counter current
Large TV screen with satellite and surround sound
Two TV lounges
Beautiful gardens
Underfloor heating throughout
Island beach steps away (one of many in the area)
Steps from tennis and squash courts
Several famous golf courses near by
Its own dock for 7.5 metre boat
Near many fabulous restaurants (award winning Ile Du pain)
16km of safe cycling on Islands
Bird reserve just a two minute walk
Maid service five days a week
Check-In 03:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM
Rooms and Units
Main House
1
Includes:
Room\Unit Only
Three of the bedrooms are doubles. Two of these are kingsize beds and the third is a queen. The other three bedrooms are twins. Four of the rooms have unsuites and private decks.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private Ensuite bath and separate shower Ensuite shower over bath Shared Bathroom Separate Toilet Outdoor Shower
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Beds
Twin Queen King
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Other
Balcony/patio Self-catering
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TV
DSTV (Satellite)
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Views
Mountain Sea Lagoon Garden
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The Apartment
1
Includes:
Room\Unit Only
The apartment has two rooms. One of these is a twin bed and the other a queen. The apartment has access to the main house gardens, decks and pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Shared Bathroom
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Beds
Twin Queen
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Other
Balcony/patio Self-catering
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TV
DSTV (Satellite)
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01 September 2008 to 15 December 2008: 01-Sep-08 -15-Dec-08 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R3,000
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R3,000
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The Apartment
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R1,200
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R1,200
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16 December 2008 to 15 January 2009: 16-Dec-08 -15-Jan-09 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R5,000
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R5,000
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The Apartment
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R1,500
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R1,500
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16 January 2009 to 30 April 2009: 16-Jan-09 -30-Apr-09 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R4,000
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R4,000
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The Apartment
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R1,200
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R1,200
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Low Season: 01-May-09 -01-Sep-09 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R2,000
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R2,500
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The Apartment
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R800
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R1,200
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High Season: 01-Sep-09 -15-Dec-09 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R3,000
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R4,000
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The Apartment
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R1,000
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R1,400
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Peak Season: 15-Dec-09 -15-Jan-10 | Unit | Per Person From | Per Person To | Sharing From | Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Main House
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R4,000
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R6,000
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The Apartment
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R1,500
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R1,500
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Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.