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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

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Cherry Lane (off Welbedacht Lane) | Welnedacht, Knysna 6570, South Africa
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Ranked #7 of 85 Knysna B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
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RichmondLaura
Richmond, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW
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Fish was a lovely welcoming guy and the room had stunning views from massive windows in the bedroom and bathroom. Great showers and jaccuzi bath but all felt pretty dated. Sheets and towels frayed and decor could do with an update! Drive or taxi from town. More

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Elephanthide, Owner at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge, responded to this review
13 February 2012

Dear Laura, Thank you for comments regarding your stay in January. We thank you for the positive comments about Elephant Hide. We take all or reviews very seriously. We endeavour to maintain a very high standard at Elephant Hide and always appreciate constructive feedback. We have recently refurbished all rooms and have upgraded all linen and towels. We do apologise... More

Roslyn1011
Springfield, Illinois
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

We stayed 2 nights here and really enjoyed the spacious accommodations and hospitality. We had a private deck that overlooked the lagoon and we could buy wine that wasn't outragiously priced. Staff were extrememtly helpful and provided great restaurnant suggestions. Best of all is the magnificent breakfast out on the common deck overlooking the lagoon. This was one of the... More

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lwhitehead88
Gerrards Cross, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
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We stayed at Elephant Hide Lodge in November this year for two nights and it was a truly fabulous experience. From the moment we walked in the door to the moment we left we were not only made to feel welcome but extremely special. There was nothing they were not willing, forthcoming and helpful with, from going to the local... More

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Annie123081
Atlanta, Georgia
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38 reviews
22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011
4
people found this review helpful

We stayed only 2 nights at Elephant Hide. We wish we could have spent a week!! The room and view from the room are absolutely gorgeous. All rooms have private entrances and I believe that all of them have a 180 degree view of the Knysna lagoon. They are situated so that each room is private and can't be seen... More

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Victoria190774
Lymington, United Kingdom
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15 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

The lodge is in a beautiful setting overlooking the lake- we had an executive suite which was larger than other rooms. This was gorgeous- complete with jacuzzi and candles in an open plan so you could sit in the jacuzzi and look at the lake. Comfy beds, lovely bathroom and superb deck. Breakfasts were amazing- kept us going all day... More

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Tamara R
Johannesburg
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011
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Our stay at Elephant Hide was only two nights but what a memorable 2 nights my Husband & I experienced, from the moment we arrived the service was oustanding from Fish & Mandy, they were the perfect hosts, to the breathtaking views & the most luxurious & spacious suite, it felt like we were in paradise & we will definitely... More

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Colin H
Norwich, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011
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The Elephant Hide has to be THE PERFECT place to stay in Knysna. Sitting high above the lagoon our lodge had an amazing view and wasn't overlooked at all by anyone. We never bothered to close the curtains so we could just enjoy the stars at night and sunrise in the morning and soak up the sun on our own... More

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Niah3
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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8 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011
2
people found this review helpful

The lodge was the perfect choice for our honeymoon. The room and bathroom were both spacious with panoramic views across the lagoon and the best part was that each suite is private. You can relax in the spa bath or take a shower and enjoy the views in complete privacy. Breakfast (which we had in our room every morning) was... More

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pinkcat123
london
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11 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

This is a family run lodge where the owners and staff are really friendly. We stayed in room 7 with a great spa bath and a view overlooking the lagoon. Furnishings are superb. we had to leave early on our departure day before breakfast but the lodge kindly packed us a 'breakfast picnic'. It is a drive into town or... More

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VancouverClimber
Vancouver, Canada
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16 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Breakfast was included and it cannot be missed when reviewing this guesthouse. The breakfasts are something special and could feed you for the day! The cabins out back have a wonderful view of the lagoon and although they are quiet they do overlook part of the highway, but not a big deal at all. The rooms came equipped with a... More

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