Real estate in Knysna – your real estate agent Engel & Völkers

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Knysna, one of the best travel destinations on the Garden Route, is nestled between the Knysna estuary, the Indian Ocean, and a vast indigenous forest on the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. The town is full of natural beauty, and with its three magnificent golf courses, it is a haven for golfers. Knysna is home to the prestigious Pezula Private Estate and Fernwood Private Estate, to name a few. The Knysna waterfront is a popular tourist destination and is great for food and shopping. It is famous for its oysters, and seahorses, and is a buzzing and vibrant town all year round.

Knysna has a population of over 60,000 and has excellent schools, medical facilities, retirement villages. It is ideal if you want to get away from the hustle, bustle of city life, and experience the tranquillity and safety of small-town life.

Sedgefield, a lovely seaside village, is located between Knysna and George along the popular Garden Route and is less than a 40 minutes’ drive from George Airport.

It forms part of the Swartvlei lake system and is entirely surrounded by lakes and sand dunes covered in fynbos and is the heart of South Africa’s Lakes District. It is well-known for its beautiful, unspoilt beaches and is a water sports mecca - fishing, swimming, and having a fun time on windsurfers and boats year-round, and a popular destination for golfers.

The lagoon is picturesque and rich in bird, animal, and plant life, making it a haven for nature lovers. The town has interesting shops, markets, and restaurants