Title: Forest Edge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest Edge Family-friendly cottage with outdoor pool and restaurant ![Family dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190244/c92fd438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190244/7471238f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Froggy Pond Cottage | Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190244/39c76273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Cottage (Fully Equipped, Self Catering) | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190244/35b5e1fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Cottage (Fully Equipped, Self Catering) | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190244/badab7f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies A terrace, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Forest Edge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a Swedish massage or a manicure/pedicure. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Forest-Edge.h3190244.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Forest-Edge.h3190244.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Knysna, Forest Edge is in a rural area and in a regional park. Friday Market and Knysna Waterfront are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve and Liquid Grace Adventures. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Knysna travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna.dx601501) [View more Cottages in Knysna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Cottages.d601501-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.92940%2C22.93859&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pHnjSS5gn_gJyobl0k-jAPzGOtI=) Farm 118, Edge Of Knysna Forest, Rheenendal, Knysna, Western Cape, 6576 ### What's nearby - Knysna Lagoon - 26 min drive - 10.5 miles - Knysna Waterfront - 38 min drive - 18.7 miles - Knysna Quays - 38 min drive - 18.7 miles - Simola Golf Course - 40 min drive - 18.2 miles - Pezula Golf Club - 47 min drive - 23.6 miles ### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 85 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Tottie's Eatery,Rheendal,EC - ‬8 min drive - ‪Totties Farm Kitchen - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Cowshed @ Portland Manor - ‬19 min drive - ‪Mother Holly's Tea Garden, Milkwood Gold Mine - ‬10 min drive - ‪VegTable Restaurant - ‬14 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Forest Edge Family-friendly cottage with outdoor pool and restaurant An outdoor pool, a restaurant and conference space are available at this cottage. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-in and express check-out are on-site. All 5 individually furnished accommodations have 2 bedrooms and feature DVD players and patios. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include kitchens with fridges and ovens. Limited housekeeping is available. Forest Edge offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Facials - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures - Outdoor pool - Swedish massages ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Family friendly - Cot: ZAR 200 per night - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Dining - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 72 for children - A restaurant ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed: ZAR 250 per night ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - 689 square feet of conference space - Desk ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets or service animals ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Housekeeping (daily) - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Safe - Safe at front desk ### Location highlights - In a regional park - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Ecotours - Bicycle rentals nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Segway rentals/tours nearby - Skydiving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 5 units - Bicycle rentals - Ecotours - Garden - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 8 PM and 10 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 72 for children - Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 8 PM and 10 PM - Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability) - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee - Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat Apartment Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat Apartment Knysna Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat House Knysna Forest Edge Nature Lovers' Retreat House Forest Edge House Knysna Forest Edge Knysna Forest Edge Knysna Forest Edge Cottage Forest Edge Cottage Knysna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Forest Edge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Forest Edge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Forest Edge? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 300 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 8 PM to 10 PM for a fee of ZAR 300. ### What time is check-out at Forest Edge? > Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 300 (subject to availability). ### Does Forest Edge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Forest Edge located? > This family-friendly Knysna cottage is located in a regional park, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve and Knysna Lagoon are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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