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In and Around Taliesin, Thesen Island, Knysna


City
  Port Elizabeth 279.4km

Suburbs
  Thesen Island 0.4km
  Knysna Quays 1.3km
  Central Knysna 1.8km
  Leisure Island 1.9km
  Costa Sarda 1.9km

Towns
  Knysna 2.6km
  Noetzie 7.9km
  Buffels Bay 9.5km
  Rheenendal 17.3km
  Harkerville 20.3km

Restaurants
  NumNum Foods 0.4km
  Ile de pain 0.5km
  34 South 1.4km
  Firefly Eating House 3.2km
  Chutzpah at the Phantom Forest 8.4km

Beaches
  Bollard Bay Beach 1.7km
  Brenton Beach 4.8km
  Robberg Beach 35.7km

Bars and Nightclubs
  Bosun's Pub and Grill 2.1km

Gallery and Museums
  The Barnyard Theatre Plett 46.6km


Nearby Accommodation
  Lagoon Island Cottage, Thesen Islands 0.1km
  Thesen Island Rentals 0.4km
  Anka's Villa 0.4km


From R800 p/unit
Maximum guests:  2 

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Fantastic


We enjoyed it very much and the house was fantastic.
Michelle Barnard, South Africa - 09 May 2008
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Magnificent House


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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Highly recommended


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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Description



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 course way and the community is gated, making the island private and secure.
Taliesin sleeps twelve in luxury. Five of the six bedrooms are en suite. 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 en suite.
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 king size beds and the third is a queen. The other three bedrooms are twins. Four of the rooms have en suites and private decks.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Private, Ensuite bath and separate shower, Ensuite shower over bath, Shared Bathroom, Separate Toilet, Outdoor Shower
Beds Twin, Queen, King
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering
TV DSTV (Satellite)
Views Mountain, Sea, Lagoon, Garden

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


Bathroom Facilities Shared Bathroom
Beds Twin, Queen
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering
TV DSTV (Satellite)

16 December 2008 to 15 January 2009: 16 December 2008 - 15 January 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Main House  -- -- -- -- R5,000 R5,000
The Apartment  -- -- -- -- R1,500 R1,500

16 January 2009 to 30 April 2009: 16 January 2009 - 30 April 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Main House  -- -- -- -- R4,000 R4,000
The Apartment  -- -- -- -- R1,200 R1,200

Low Season: 01 May 2009 - 01 September 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Main House  -- -- -- -- R2,000 R2,500
The Apartment  -- -- -- -- R800 R1,200

High Season: 01 September 2009 - 15 December 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Main House  -- -- -- -- R3,000 R4,000
The Apartment  -- -- -- -- R1,000 R1,400

Peak Season: 15 December 2009 - 15 January 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Main House  -- -- -- -- R4,000 R6,000
The Apartment  -- -- -- -- R1,500 R1,500


Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Nearby Attractions


Lagoon 0.0 km
CBD under 8.0 km
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Facilities and Services
Parking Available, Laundry Service, Garden, Braai / Barbecue, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Squash Court, Off Street Parking, Fireplace on the Premises, Communal Television , Communal Satelite TV, WiFi, Adsl, Internet, DVD

Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Golf, Bicycle Touring, Canoeing / Kayaking, Caving, Climbing - Sport, Climbing - Traditional, Fishing - Deep Sea, Fishing - Fly, Fishing - Freshwater, Fishing - Saltwater, Gliding - Traditional, Hang Gliding, Horse Riding, Kite-Surfing, Paddling - Canoeing, Paddling - Kayaking, Paddling - Sea Kayaking, Paddling - Whitewater-Rafting, Paragliding, Sailing - Dingies, Sailing - Yacht Charters, Scuba/Snorkeling, Surfing, Waterskiing, Windsurfing, Walking, Trekking, Hiking / Backpacking, Whale Watching, Big 5

Environment
River, National Park, Lagoon

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