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Victoria Bay Holiday Cottage
An absolute gem of a spot, over looking the sea on a quiet private road. Absolutely perfect for our family of 4. Everything provided including beach toys for the kids and board and card games. There is also so much to do in the area even when the weather was not perfect and we thoroughly enjoyed our evenings in the hot tub stargazing. Thanks so much!

Edge of Eden - Cheesewood
Lovely house, great location and views. Lots of space and windows - and the hot tub was excellent. Aubrey was incredibly helpful and very friendly. Thanks for a great stay.

3 Bedroom Holiday home with sea views & hot tub
Just a great place. Highly recommend on all accounts. Just a super house and beautiful setting on an incredible beach.

Elephant Rest Cottage- 200m from the forest
Great cottage in a great location. We visited in winter and the wood burning oven warms up the entire house. Great bedrooms, comfy and clean. The kitchen has everything you need to be self sufficient. The deck looks out over a fantastic magic garden. The garden has all sorts of hidden corners that must be explored. We picked our dinner veggies, grape fruits, oranges and lemons - there is loads more. If we could give this place 6 out of 5 we would have. Loved it

Jersey Cottage
What a magical place! Linda is the most accommodating and tentative host we’ve ever had!! It is the perfect place for a family and truly an amazing spot for complete R&R. From the walks around the farm, swimming in the rockpools, the jungle gym, feeding the calves and the recommendation to see the 800+year old tree! What an amazing experience! Wish we had stayed much longer than 2 nights! We will definitely be back for a longer visit!

Knysna Lagoon - Seagulls nest
Linda was amazing- going out of her way to help us with additional nights after we ran into some issues. the units were lovely and the staff so helpful and friendly - moving our luggage to different units due to the additional nights. thank you!!

Fairhill Cottage
We had a great stay and will definitely be back!

Sedgefield Kingfisher Cottage - Kingfisher Drive
Amazing place and perfect host! The kitchen is well equipped and the beds are comfortable. The veranda was the perfect spot to sit back and relax. Would recommend Belinda's place as a perfect get away.
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Family Unit - 6 Sleeper: House of Grace
Quite tranquil place, perfect for a quiet holiday away from the city. Exactly as advertised and very clean. The host went out of her way to make the stay even more pleasant with amazing local recommendations. Has a few activities to keep young kids occupied. Would definitely recommend!

Tranquility
Loved staying at Alma's place and will definitely go back! It's not within walking distance of the beach but less than a 2min drive and I had the most amazing time swimming in the lagoon with my dog! Everything in the lovely old house was spotlessly clean and the kitchen has everything you need - from high-quality pots and pans to a stick blender and digital coffee machine! Alma left some finishing touches which made us feel so welcome: fresh cut flowers, biscuits, and chocolates.

Sedge Cottage
We enjoyed our stay so much! It was so peaceful and so manageable with two little kids. We woke up to the orioles singing and enjoyed looking for the tortoises every day in the garden. We look forward to staying again!

Milkwood Cottage - Seaview Serenity
The six of us spent two nights at Milkwood Cottage and felt right at home. The place looked just like the photos and was furnished with attention to detail. One of the rooms is a walk-through room. A big plus is the immediate location on the beach. Shopping facilities are about 10 minutes away by car. In addition, the communication with Erick and Alicia was very straightforward, messages were answered quickly. An absolute recommendation!

TwoAngels - Lovers Nest (Honeymoon Cottage)
we loved every moment at The Love Nest. so peaceful and beautiful panoramic views over the lagoon! perfect place for a romantic getaway with your loved one!

Peace of Nature
Picca is an attentive and considerate host who sent us local updates about weather, closed/open beaches etc. throughout our stay. we ended up not bringing our dogs, but Picca had paid extra attention to ensuring they would also have a great stay. Lake Brenton is magical and perfect if you're keen on a quieter holiday with all the perks of having Knysna super close by.
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Wanderlust - 2 Bedrooms with Serene Mountain Views
Very well priced. Bianca was helpful and quickly responded to any messages. Beautiful surroundings I'll definitely make this my stay when I return to the area

the Clay House
We had a wonderful stay at the Clay House and would recommend it without hesitation!

Well-loved family cottage
Comfortable, peaceful family home that is perfect for relaxing on Leisure Isle. The house is generous in its amenities and little luxuries that provide a homely feel. Quiet street and a short walk to both shops and the seafront. David was very helpful and thoughtful.

Caddy Shack - Bright One Bedroom Private Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay @ the Caddyshack, its very peaceful and you instantly feel at home. Next time we will definitely stay longer

Cedar Manor
A little piece of paradise! Absolutely beautiful place and so peaceful and intimate. Hermien was the ultimate host from the start with efficient communication and clear check in instructions. We received a warm welcome with little treats waiting. The place is equipped with all the basic necessities. My husband, 8 year old daughter and 74 year old mother thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will most certainly be back 🫶

Thesen Beach House 2
Comfortable and within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Beautiful setting.

Knysna Cozy Hill Guest House with magnificent view
We really appreciated our stay at Sandra's place. It has a particularly well equipped kitchen and we loved the pool and views over Knysna. Also nice to be close to town but not right in the middle of it

Cottage on a small farm in the Harkerville Forest
Lovely cabin. Very peaceful with lots of trees and birds. Unlimited firewood which is great with the fireplace on cold days. Lots of playful dogs on the property that are friendly but protective too. Ideal for animal lovers. Also 2 beautiful horses grazing and some ducks on the pond. Nadja and Martin are very kind host and a great area right next to a nature reserve.
Quick stats about cottage rentals in Wilderness
Total rentals
20 properties
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$30 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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20 properties include access to wifi
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