Knysna
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Knysna is a town situated within the Western Cape province of South Africa and is part of the sought-after Garden Route. The lush and leafy town offers a family-friendly appeal with gorgeous views of the waterfront and a variety of property types including apartments, townhouses and freestanding homes, making it an ideal place to live for anyone of all ages.
A brief history of the area
Archaeological discoveries in Knysna, including forty fossilised hominid footprints dating back approximately 90,000 years, provide evidence that humans have been living in the area for more than 300,000 years. The first inhabitants were the San Hunter-gatherer peoples who lived in most of Southern Africa during the Paleolithic era. Over time, these people were displaced and assimilated by the Khoekhoe peoples who migrated southward.
Distance from key points
Knysna residents looking to reach George Airport can do so in approximately 56 minutes (70 km) via the N2 and Knysna Airfield is a 20-minute drive (20,3 km) via the N2 as well. Knysna Central is three minutes away via Gray Street.
Climate
In Knysna, the summers are warm and dry, the winters are long and cool, and it is mostly clear year-round. The average temperature in Knysna reaches around 34 °C with an average annual rainfall of 674 mm.
Schools in the area
Knysna offers some great schools that have families flocking to the area to enrol their kids. The top schools worth looking into include Riverwood Primary School, Knysna Primary School, Knysna High School, Oakhill School and Knysna Montessori School.
Healthcare in the area
Life Knysna Private Hospital is only an 11-minute drive and is known for the exceptional care and service it provides.
Should your furry loved ones be in need of medical attention you could take them to Knysna Veterinary Clinic, BlackWaters Veterinary Hospital or George Rex Veterinary Clinic.
Shopping centres
For all your retail therapy needs, whether you are looking to buy clothing, home decor, electronics, jewellery or just some groceries, you will find everything you need at Knysna Mall, Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre, Woodmill Walk, Oaks on Main or Knysna Waterfront.
Restaurants
Whenever you don't feel like cooking or just feel like being wined and dined, you will want to check out O Pescador Restaurant Knysna, Blend Country Restaurant & Pub, Anchorage Restaurant CC, Olde's Restaurant, Caffe Mario, Bosun's Arms, Chatters, 34 Degrees South, Knysna Social Eatery, Royal Siam Thai Knysna, Cruise Café and Sirocco.
Special attractions
Knysna is home to some amazing attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring. The top three attractions are listed below.
Ocean Sailing Charters offers unique scenic nature tours the whole family will enjoy.
The Steenbok Nature Reserve is the perfect place to take your dog for a walk or take a stroll with the family through a beautifully landscaped nature reserve.
You could brush up on some of Knysna's history when visiting the Old Gaol which is a historical site within the area.
Make Knysna your home. Let it be your story.
Knysna is a beautiful suburb that offers residents vacation-style living with stunning coastal views within lush greenery. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Knysna for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.
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Properties in Knysna
14R11,900,0001,200m² Guesthouse For Sale in The Point1 Point CloseOpen1,200m²26POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering Duplex in Knysna Quays9330 Spinnaker Drive3 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings55R22,000,000874m² Guesthouse For Sale in Paradise126 Old Cape RoadOpen874m²15R15,000 pm1 Bedroom House To Let in Green Pastures5 Kia Apple Close1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking24R26,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Westhill1 SS 5 ON FAURE, 5 Faure Street2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings120m²41R6,350,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Simola14 Francolin Drive3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings244.60m²29R17,500 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Brenton On Sea184 Agapanthus Avenue3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking8R2,500,0001,856m² Vacant Land For Sale in Pezula Golf Estate1-3 Top Mast Road22R18,500 pm3 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Brenton On Sea32 Sheer Cliffs, 551 Mt Rose Drive3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings195m²26R3,000,0001,736m² Business For Sale in Knysna Industrial6 Fechter Street1,736m²Reduced19R2,950,000220m² Business For Sale in Knysna Industrial9 Industria Road220m²46R59,999,99914 Bedroom Guest House For Sale in Brenton On Sea216/105 Brenton on Sea Road14 Beds22 Baths9 Parkings3,180m²49POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Thesen IslandsTF3 Point Close3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings8R7,000,0004,080m² Vacant Land For Sale in Knysna Central13R1,895,0001,311m² Vacant Land For Sale in Pezula Golf Estate1 Quarterdeck RoadNo listings found
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KnysnaPhone: 044 382 5919Address: TH9 Long Street, Seeff House Thesen Harbour Town, Thesen Island Knysna 6571 -
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