Situated on top of the Welbedacht Cliff Tops 3km from Knysna Town, the Lodge overlooks the Knysna Lagoon and the Outeniqua mountains. The theme of the Lodge is one based on natural beauty with stone and wood architecture combining to give that comfortable earth feel.

Four of the suites have magical views onto the Knysna lagoon from every corner of the room. The fifth and sixth suite while still enjoying lagoon views are embedded in indigenous “fynbos” surroundings attracting numerous bird species and giving that “hidden away” feeling. Enjoy a relaxing spa-bath while gazing into infinity. All the suites have double showers with views and are private.

The lodge is a family run business that prides itself on personal service and ensuring an unforgettable experience for all.

• 6 Suites & 1 Family Unit ( sleeps 2 adults 3 children)
• Rim flow Swimming Pool which overlooks the lagoon
• Main Lodge with fire place, library and comfy lounge area with cd player
• All Suites have - ensuite bathrooms
- air conditioning
- under floor heating (bathroom)
- twin beds or
- double beds
- tea and coffee
- 100% percale bedding
- honesty bar
- private deck
- panoramic views
- TV mnet, Movie Channels
- Dressing room
- Ipod Docking Station

• The family suite is attached to the main lodge, separate dressing room, large private deck over looking the lagoon, the children’s room is at the back of the unit and has a sony play station/DVD player, baby sitting is available on request.
• Camp cot available.
• 4 Star Graded AA & THGSA
• Things to do in and around Knysna: Forest walks, outeniqua choo choo train, elephant park, monkey land, snake park, bird world. Pristine beaches, sailing, John Ben, Featherbed nature reserve, kayaking, abseiling, diving, quad biking, mountain biking trails, Rhino base camp, horse riding to name a few!
Champagne and oysters, sunset cruises and sundowners on the deck around the swimming pool are a few of the experiences to look forward to.
Over 60 restaurants to choose from which we will gladly book for you or if perhaps you prefer to stay in, we have a few restaurants which will provide an up market take- away which we can serve in your room or in the main dinning area.

How to get there:
From George:
Follow the N2 towards Knysna, drive over the Knysna River Bridge (White Bridge) until 3km before Knysna town itself. Just after The Point on your right hand side you will encounter a turnoff called Welbedacht Lane to your left.

From Port Elizabeth:
Drive through Knysna Town staying on the N2. The last set of traffic lights at the end of town is a T Junction with the railway line and lagoon on your left hand side. Drive straight on along the lagoon front and past the craft market on your left. 50m after the craft market is a sign to the right called Welbedacht Lane.

From Welbedacht Lane:
Turn left into Welbedacht Lane and continue straight along this road until you get to a turn off on the left hand side called Cherry Lane. (It is the first street left)
Turn left into Cherry Lane and continue up the road to a T junction. At the T junction you will see a sign that says “Elephant Hide Lodge”. Follow the sign left until you encounter another sign 20m past the first sign, pointing right. Go straight up this road and you will drive into the lodge.

The lodge is sign-posted in Welbedacht Lane on large green boards and in Cherry Lane on brown pointer boards.

Should you encounter difficulty please call 083 625 6770 and we will be happy to assist.

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Payment & Cancellation policy
45 – 60 days: 10% cancellation fees will be levied on reservations
30 – 44 days: 25% cancellation fees will be levied on reservations
15 – 29 days: 50% cancellation fees will be levied on reservations
0 – 14 days: 100% cancellation fees will be levied on reservations