From R350 p/person
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From R400 p/unit
Maximum guests: 16
10% discount. Hooray! Terms & Conditions
** 10% discount tickets available for some local attractions including Hydro Bikes on the Knysna Lagoon. Reservations for accommodation of 4 nights or more receive a complimentary bottle of wine (Valid 01 January - 25 November 2009) **Â
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The Roses do Knysna
We were staying at Masesha for 4 days after spending 7 days outside Cape Town. We should have spent longer here rather than Cape Town. There is so much to do in the area that we didn;t get a chance to do everything we wanted. I am sure this means that we shall be back one day and would certainly stay at Masesha again. It is a lovely location just off the main road and Ray and Angie's hospitality is second to none. Even Jasper the dog makes you feel very welcome. Thank you for a gr ... more
Alan Rose, United Kingdom
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28 August 2009
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Very satisfied
Masescha is beautiful and we wish we could have been able to stay more than just the one night. It was a real treat staying here and Ray and Angie went out of their way to prepare the most delicious breakfast for us, despite the Eskom power cut in the morning. Will definitely like to visit again.
Erika Barwood, South Africa
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18 May 2009
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Wholeheartedly recommended
My wife and I with our 3 small girls stayed at Masescha from 21/02/2009 - 26/02/2009. We were travelling in South Africa from the UK and found Masescha through the internet. Accommodation is very important, particularly with small children and Angie and Ray were extremely hospitable and very welcoming to both us and our children aged from 4 years to 8 months. The location is rural and quiet and accommodation is very clean and comfortable. We stayed on a B&B basis and I can recommend An ... more
Tim Raworth, United Kingdom
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03 March 2009
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Themes
Wedding Venues
Venue for up to 70 guests with the ceremony at the lapa next to the koi pond set in the gardens with views over the forest. Reception on the deck in an open stretch tent and all catering, flowers, cake photography available for a complete package.
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Description
Masescha means Hidden: the Hidden Valley. The experience of Masescha is peace, quiet and tranquility. Here guests are assured of a relaxing and restful stay sleep well and enjoy the delightful environment in well equipped clean facilities. We are situated 15 minutes from Knysna and 10 minutes from Plettenberg Bay in the Riviera of Southern Africa. Our country retreat is in the heart of the Garden Route within close proximity to all the many tourist attractions in the Garden Route area. It lies on 12 hectares of land, part of which is taken up by a large indigenous forest with a stream and Fynbos. The property has lawns and gardens with well-stocked established borders, seven dams (bring your rod), a large year-round heated swimming pool, a forest walk, and a huge variety of bird life which will keep any enthusiast content.A majestic forest backdrop and a senic delight Suitable for family's or couples looking for a restful and rejuvenating break.
Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM
Rooms and units
Birdsong House
1
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The original 120 year old farmhouse is set in spacious established gardens with a majestic forest outlook. There are 5 bedrooms and 3 shower/ toilet rooms in total, one being en-suite including bath. The fully fitted kitchen provides all crockery, cutlery, pots, gas oven, fridge / freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine, iron and ironing board. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. The living room has DSTV, open fireplace, books and board games. Outside offers a large partially covered terrace with brick built braai. Room heaters fitted. This is a character property, comfortable and private. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
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Bathroom Facilities
Ensuite bath and separate shower, Shared Bathroom, Separate Toilet
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Beds
Single Beds, Twin, Double, Queen
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Other
Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering, Fan, Heater, Radio, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
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DSTV (Satellite)
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Garden
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Sunbird Cottage
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This brick cottage nestled in its own private garden/sitting area and brick built braai overlooks the swimming pool. It has a separate bedroom with queen sized double bed leading to the en-suite shower room/toilet. The lounge/dining area has a double sleeper couch, DSTV with DVD, books and board games. The adjacent fully fitted kitchen offers gas oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crockery, pots, glasses, iron and ironing board. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. Room heaters fitted. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Queen, Sleeper Couch
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Other
Fan, Heater, Radio, Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
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TV
DSTV (Satellite), DVD
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Views
Pool, Garden
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Gazania Garden Room
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A large open plan self-catering room with a Mexican pine queen sized bed (extra single bed can be supplied if required) and en-suite shower room/toilet. Facilities include DSTV, counter top oven with integrated hotplate, fridge, microwave, kettle, crockery, glasses, pots, cutlery and toaster. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. Outside has a wooden deck sitting area with braai. Room heater. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Ensuite shower only
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Beds
Queen
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Other
Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Fan, Heater, Radio, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
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DSTV (Satellite)
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Garden
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Lavender Garden Room
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A smaller budget self-catering room with 2 single beds and en-suite shower room/toilet. Facilities include microwave, counter top oven and separate hotplate, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots, crockery, cutlery, glasses. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. Room heater. Outside has a wooden deck and additional side patio sitting areas with braai. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Twin
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Other
Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
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Garden
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Valley View B&B Room
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A new modern and comfortable room with queen sized bed (extra single bed can be supplied if required) and en-suite shower room/toilet, heated towel rail, coffee and tea making facilities. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. Room heater. It has its own private entrance and terrace sitting area overlooking the dams, gardens and majestic forest. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Queen
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Other
Balcony/patio, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
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Dam, Garden
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Haven Cottage
1
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This is a quaint brick and timber built cottage. The fully fitted kitchen provides crockery, cutlery, pots, microwave, gas oven, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, iron and ironing board. The ground floor bedroom has a queen sized double bed and is adjacent to the lounge/dining area with compact menu DSTV, double sleeper couch and a short steep staircase leading to the upstairs bedroom with twin beds and a balcony. There is a ground floor shower room / toilet. Linen, towels and toiletries provided. Outside offers a large wooden deck sitting area with brick built braai and great views over the gardens, dams and forest. Guests welcome to use the large on-site swimming pool.
Features available
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Bathroom Facilities
Private
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Beds
Twin, Queen, Sleeper Couch
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Other
Fan, Heater, Radio, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering
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DSTV (Satellite)
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Dam, Garden
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All Year, excluding School Holidays: 01 January 2009 - 01 January 2010 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Birdsong House
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R600
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R1,500
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Sunbird Cottage
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R500
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R500
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Gazania Garden Room
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R450
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R500
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Lavender Garden Room
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R400
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R400
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Valley View B&B Room
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R350
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R275
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Haven Cottage
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R550
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R650
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2010 excluding school holidays : 02 January 2010 - 01 January 2011 | Unit | Single From | Single To | Per Person Sharing From | Per Person Sharing To | Unit From | Unit To |
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Birdsong House
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R650
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R1,500
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Sunbird Cottage
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R550
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R550
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Gazania Garden Room
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R475
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R525
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Lavender Garden Room
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R425
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R425
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Valley View B&B Room
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R350
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R275
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Haven Cottage
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R600
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R700
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Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.
Nearby Attractions
| robberg nature reserve |
10.0 km |
| knysna elephant park |
1.0 km |
| garden of eden |
5.0 km |
| bungi jumping |
30.0 km |
| monkeyland |
30.0 km |
| birds of eden |
30.0 km |
| buffalo hills animal park |
15.0 km |
| adventure land water park |
1.0 km |
| eagle encounter at the Heath |
8.0 km |
| tsitskamma national park |
40.0 km |
Facilities and Services
Fax, Internet Access, Airport Shuttle Service, Parking Available, Babysitting Service, Laundry Service, Pets Permitted by Arrangement, Garden, Braai / Barbecue, Swimming Pool, Library, Off Street Parking, Fireplace on the Premises, Adsl, Internet, DVD, Heated Pool, Credit Card Facility, Fully Equipped Kitchen, Gas Hob and Oven
Facilities in Rooms/Units
Satellite TV in Rooms, Television in Rooms, No Smoking in Rooms, Fan in Rooms, Tea and Coffee in Rooms, Heater in Rooms, Fireplace in Rooms, DVD, Two - pronged plug point Available
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Golf, Bicycle Touring, Canoeing / Kayaking, Climbing - Sport, Climbing - Traditional, Fishing - Deep Sea, Fishing - Fly, Fishing - Freshwater, Fishing - Saltwater, Gliding - Traditional, Hang Gliding, Health & Fitness, Horse Riding, Jet-Skiing, Kite-Surfing, Paddling - Canoeing, Paddling - Kayaking, Paddling - Sea Kayaking, Paddling - Whitewater-Rafting, Paragliding, River Rafting/Expedition, Sailing - Dingies, Sailing - Yacht Charters, Scuba/Snorkeling, Skydiving, Surfing, Waterskiing, Yachting, Shark Cage Diving, Walking, Trekking, Hiking / Backpacking, Whale Watching, Big 6, Bungee Jumping, Game Drives, Ocean Safaris, Quad Biking
Environment
Countryside, Forest, Great Outdoors, Dam, Malaria Free Zone
Languages Spoken
English
Grading
3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
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