Title: Knysna River Club by First Private Stays - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Lakefront chalet with a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Superior Chalet 04 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/23d2f650.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/2b5dd546.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/60667a47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 20 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/2e3e1b40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Superior Chalet 04 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/2a46935d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies At Knysna River Club by First Private Stays, you can look forward to a garden, an arcade/game room, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=11476146&PinnedHotelID=11476146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![1 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 08 | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/ea448c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 08 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Lagoon view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Superior Chalet 04](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/4612979e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Superior Chalet 04 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom - 2 bedrooms - Lagoon view - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 09](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/96a53e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 09 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom - 2 bedrooms - Lagoon view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 20](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476200/11476146/40de038f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 20 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom - 2 bedrooms - Lagoon view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Knysna-River-Club.h11476146.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Knysna-River-Club.h11476146.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-34.03837%2C23.06202&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iZFmOil59ugMNRaYomJvKkYvVXg=) Sun Valley Drive, Garden Route, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571 #### What's nearby - Knysna Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Pezula Championship Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Knysna Waterfront - 2 min drive - 2.1 km - Knysna Quays - 2 min drive - 2.1 km - Featherbed Boat Cruises - 2 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬13 min walk - ‪Salt & Petal - ‬17 min walk - ‪Persello Pizzeria - ‬19 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk - ‪Wimpy - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Lakefront chalet with a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool This chalet features a sauna, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Knysna River Club by First Private Stays offers 20 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star chalet have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Knysna chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna. 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Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 48 reviews CA $122 CA $142 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=15748974&PinnedHotelID=15748974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Sauna - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Children's club (surcharge) - Children's pool ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels - Games - Library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Business center ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Safe - Safe at front desk ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Billiards/pool table - Children's club - Children's pool - Rowing/canoeing - Table tennis - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 20 units - Bicycle rentals - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 50.00 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 300.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 50.00 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 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; cash is not accepted 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The seasonal pool will be open from January to March ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Knysna River Club House Knysna River Club Knysna River Club Hotel Knysna Knysna River Club Hotel Knysna River Club First Group Knysna River Club Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Chalet Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Knysna Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Chalet Knysna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Knysna River Club by First Private Stays have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Knysna River Club by First Private Stays pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Knysna River Club by First Private Stays? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Knysna River Club by First Private Stays? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Knysna River Club by First Private Stays located? > This family-friendly Knysna chalet is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Knysna Lagoon, and Garden Route National Park. Knysna Waterfront and Pledge Nature Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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