• Activities - the hotel has a powerboat for waterskiing and sightseeing cruises.

• Exclusive - their policy is one of total exclusivity, privacy and dedication to personal service.

• Extensive Grounds - a privately owned hotel set in the magnificent Barkhuizen estate gardens.

The St James of Knysna is an exclusive, owner-run country house hotel uniquely situated directly on the shores of the famous Knysna Lagoon.

Set in magnificent gardens, St James of Knysna has 3 swimming pools.

The suites and rooms at St James of Knysna offer spectacular views across this peaceful lagoon to the dramatic Knysna Heads or over the gardens.

Other recreational possibilities include boating picnics, sundowner cruises, waterskiing, swimming, games room, angling, shopping and tavern tours.

St James of Knysna is situated in the heart of the Garden Route, nestled on the shores of the famous Knysna Lagoon.