Under Milkwood Resort

Location: 13 George Rex Drive, Knysna, za

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Resorts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• BBQ facilities
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Massage services
• Squash
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Concierge service
• Grocery deliveries
• Outdoor furniture
• Spa/wellness center services
• Beauty Services
• Manicure
• Pedicure
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Tennis lessons on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Beach umbrellas
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Concerts/live shows
• Private picnics
• Wine release events
• Japanese garden
• Fishing nearby
• Horse riding nearby
• Snow sports gear
• Water sports equipment
• Beach club nearby (surcharge)
• Beach toys
• Charcoal grill
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Chalet - Waterfront

  Offering lagoon views, these waterfront chalets are located above the beachfront, about 16 feet from the beach area.

  Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Additional bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Access to a private beach
  • Hand sanitiser

• Chalet - Hillside

  Offering partial lagoon views, these hillside chalets are located among milkwood trees, 164 feet from the beach.

  Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Additional bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Access to a private beach
  • Hand sanitiser

• Chalet - Middle

  Middle chalets are located between the waterfront and the hillside chalets, 10 to 66 feet from the beach. Please note, these chalets do not have views.

  Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Additional bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Access to a private beach
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Adam (10/5): - Everything was perfect. The chalet was spacious, incredibly well equipped, clean and just overall everything you could want it to be. The beach at the bottom of the resort on the lagoon was amazing to enjoy a drink on and o some paddle boarding. There is an amazing cafe and Italian restaurant a couple of mins walk from the resort. The staff were warm and welcoming and the parking was very convenient. The area itself was stunning and I will 100% be coming back. The one thing I would change and its a tiny thing but the lighting on the balcony could have been slightly lighter or maybe a second small light but it really wasn't an issue.
• Busisiwe (9/5): Happy - Beautiful resort with a lagoon where you can swim or kayak. Very clean. Friendly staff. Restaurant with by the ocean within walking distance. You can also take a 2min drive up The Heads and watch the beautiful view of the ocean and the sun setting.
• Arthur (9/5): -
• Johannes (10/5): -
• Thor (9/5): -
• micaela (10/5): Best so far 😊 - Loved everything about this property , was truly amazing
• machiel (9/5): Mooie locatie met goed uitzicht. Gezellige inrichting en zeer vriendelijk personeel - Mooie locatie met uitzicht op meer. Erg aardig personeel Internet erg langzaam.
• Hilde (8/5): Gezellige chalets, familievriendelijk - Mooie, gezellige chalets, goed gelegen, goede faciliteiten Vrij kleine ruimtes
• Julia Isabell (8/5): - Tolle Lage direkt am Wasser. Der Bungalow war sehr gut ausgestattet, insbesondere die Küche. Hier kann man gut ein paar Tage verbringen.
• Galina (10/5): Comfortable family stay in Knysna - This is a lovely hotel situated right on the banks of the lagoon in a very safe location. It’s clear that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Our kids had a blast using the paddleboards and canoes, which are provided to all guests free of charge. The area is absolutely beautiful and offers stunning views.
• Peter (9/5): -
• SRIKANTH (10/5): -
• Nienke (9/5): - Fantastisch gelegen aan de lagune Toen wij er waren was het wat koud, in het huisje heb je dan alleen een klein elektrisch kacheltje om het warm te maken.
• Erhardt (6/5): Disappointed - The setting is beautiful We had cold showers in the morning, the staff did not explain that the geyser had to be switched on. The stove also wasn't working. The check in was very rushed and not explained properly as its not obvious that the geyser has to be turned on. We asked for compensation but to date no one has contacted us. Very disappointing.
• Nathalie (10/5): -
• Louisa (8/5): Great location - Lovely spot The smell of mould
• Caldeira (10/5): - Everything just perfect always different experience
• Diana (10/5): Repeat visitor this time out of season. Excellent stay - Location is perfect. Out of town in an area of outstanding natural beauty but easy access to shops and restaurants. All good
• Sandra (10/5): Will be back for a week instead of 3 days ! - Exceptional location, fabulous staff and very well equipped We didn’t stay long enough
• Alessia (10/5): -
• Johann (9/5): -
• Michael (9/5): -
• Eva (8/5): - Geweldige locatie, vriendelijk personeel
• Noel (10/5): Loved our stay here. Amazing location at Knysna Heads. The staff were so friendly and helpful. - Great value for money and perfect location
• Guest (10/5): -
• Suleman (8/5): - Location
• Matthias (7/5): A beautiful facility, but one that urgently needs to be brought up to standard. - The bungalows are beautifully situated on the lagoon, comfortably surrounded by greenery with a great view. Our bungalow is unfortunately showing its age; the doors don't close properly and are noisy. The beds and flooring are also outdated. The light switches were particularly awkward to use, and the cold LED light was unpleasant. Therefore, the price-performance ratio is no longer acceptable.
• Robin (10/5): -
• Shane (10/5): Friendly staff close to everything. And stunning views - Everything. Exceptional and worth the money Nothing
• Tshabalala (9/5): -
• Annet (8/5): -
• Elzeri (10/5): It was amazing! - It was truly the most amazing part of our honeymoon! The facilities were top notch, staff super friendly and helpful. The cabin was really well kept and the cleaners did an amazing job everyday. We will definitely be back! The kayaks that were available were super fun on the lagoon. Thank you! None
• Gerard (9/5): Under Milkwood is echt onder de bomen op de prachtige East Headvan Knysna - Het is een comfortabele cabin in een mooi resort direct aan de baai van Knysna
• Vanessa (10/5): - Location
• Robert (10/5): -
• richard (10/5): Always excellent and I’ll always recommend - I have been staying there for years. I’m happy to report we stayed for our honeymoon this time and they spoiled us with flower petals going up the stairs, a bottle of champagne and chocolates to kick off our stay. Views are great, staff are friendly. Honestly, the only thing I can say is the parking is a little tight at the bottom but it’s a very minor issue.
• Ella (10/5): - The location is amazing. Very safe and my children loved using the kayaks
• Jessica (9/5): Highly recommend, fantastic stay! - The location is great. The houses get serviced daily which is lovely. The sups and kayaks are so much fun. Highly recommend. Nothing
• Yen (10/5): The setting can’t be beat. While the villa is good value for 4 people, it’s a bit pricey for just 2 - Someone’s car alarm went off 5-6 times at 2am, then again at 4 am. Also one night, there seems to be a lot of activity on the beach at night.
• Samantha (10/5): Absolutely lovely - The staff went over and above to make my children and I feel comfortable, both of them got sick on our trip. A special shout out to James and Clary for the hospitality and wonderful customer service. I’m definitely coming back here. I had a fantastic time. Very safe and cozy.
• Kim (7/5): Relaxing and beautiful but too bad about sewage in the lagoon. - The location is spectacular The fact that we could not swim in the lagoon. Obviously not the hotels fault but we were not informed of the sewage in the lagoon prior to our visit or on arrival. Once we got down to the lagoon for a swim we saw the signs saying no swimming. Was very disappointing!
• Christopher (8/5): -
• Kim (10/5): Perfect in every way - Stunning location. Beautifully equipped and exceptionally maintained by the housekeeping and outside teams. Nothing
• Shaun (9/5): -
• John (8/5): -
• Ronald (10/5): Under Milk Wood was recommended to us by friends and it proved to be more than justified. - Great location for a peaceful few days. The proximity of the chalet to the sea gave easy access to safe swimming. Helpful pleasant staff and restaurants within walking distance. The chalet was well-equipped with good quality cooking and dining items. The parking spaces are a bit tight, especially as cars become bigger and if all the chalets are occupied.
• Dirk (10/5): -
• Elandre (10/5): A Hidden Gem on the Lagoon – Absolutely Stunning - I had a fantastic stay at Under Milkwood Resort in Knysna. The check-in process was effortless, and I was made to feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The Manager at the front desk was incredibly friendly and went the extra mile by personally taking me to my unit and showing me where to park. The accommodation exceeded my expectations. The cabin was spotless, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully designed. I loved that the entire unit is built from wood - it blends perfectly with the surrounding forest and nature, and honestly reminded me of something you’d experience in Costa Rica. My cabin was just a few metres from the lagoon, which was absolutely incredible. The water was crystal clear and warm. The resort also offers kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and other equipment for guests to use, which adds so much to the experience. At times, looking from the lagoon back at the resort and surrounding homes, I genuinely felt like I could be somewhere along the Mediterranean coast or even Mauritius - it’s that beautiful. I only stayed for one night, which was far too short. I will definitely be back for a longer stay next time. Highly recommended. Nothing. There was nothing I disliked.
• Michael (5/5): In die Jahre gekommene Anlage mit Sanierungstau und "Geruch" - Die Lage in einem gehobenen Viertel von Knysna Die Anlage ist in die Jahre gekommen. Obwohl ich eine Unterkunft in der erster Meereslinie gebucht und bestätigt bekommen habe, haben wir ein Haus in der zweiten Reihe bekommen, direkt am Fußweg der Anlage, so dass uns abends jeder ins Zimmer reinschauen konnte. Außerdem hat es im Haus muffig gestunken. Zum Glück waren wir nur 1 Nacht da.
• Kari (9/5): - Location, access to the lagoon, views from the elevated chalet (Curlew)
• Johan (10/5): -
• Carsten MS (9/5): - Sehr gut ausgestattet, wir haben noch nie eine so gut ausgestattete Küche gesehen. Es gibt viel Platz, zwei Bäder. Das Personal ist super freundlich und man hat Zugang zum Strand. Die Gegend ist spitze, sehr schön und die Heads sind spektakulär. Die großen Bäume sind einerseits schön, anderseits ist es etwas dunkel und klamm. Aber das schmälert den sehr guten Gesamteindruck nur minimal.
• Dennis (10/5): -
• Robbert (8/5): Prima verblijf gehad ondanks wat kleine aandachtspunten - Top locatie aan de lagune. Heerlijk tot rust komen. De eerste nacht ging er de hele nacht een alarm af van een nabij gelegen huis waardoor we niet goed hebben geslapen. Ook lekte de douche in ons huisje nogal waardoor de hele badkamer erg nat werd en de douche eigenlijk niet goed te gebruiken was.
• Jan (10/5): -
• Jan (10/5): -
• Florian Jörg Robert (10/5): - Beautiful Location.
• Carolann (10/5): Amazing location! - The location is amazing - right on the Knysna lagoon beside the water with complimentary kayaks & paddleboards. We would really recommend this for a holiday. There is a brilliant cafe & pizzeria within walking distance but if staying longer then access to car is advisable. The staff were very helpful and went to the shop to get us milk as we didn’t have a car.
• Victoria (9/5): Excellent stay! - Absolutely beautiful location, with direct access to the beach. Super cafe and restaurant nearby, lovely staff. The rooms were nice and clean with two separate bathrooms. Excellent value for money!
• Molly (9/5): - Really lovely accommodation and location! Everything was lovely. It would be nice to have beach towels at the cottage. Also soap was missing, cutting board, etc. Could have done a better check that everything was there before guests check in
• Annett (9/5): - Großes Haus, alle Restaurants auch Frühstück gut erreichbar. etwas anonym
• Charlotte (7/5): -
• Yolanda (10/5): -
• Corinne (10/5): Que du bonheur! - Tout était exceptionnel: l’emplacement, la commodité, les équipements, le confort… vraiment rien a dire Rien. Tout était parfait!
• Cecilia (8/5): - Ligger precis intill havet där det finns möjligheter att paddla kajak eller låna en SUP. Ett komplett kök med alla redskap man behöver. Mycket fint boende. Magiskt att kunna börja eller avsluta kvällen vid havet. Speciell doft i huset. Hade endast fläktar i taket så det blev oerhört varmt.
• saad (1/5): -
• Tanja (10/5): -
• Zelda (10/5): Fantastic time, staff were incredible - Location All
• Raphaelle (9/5): Dreamy paradise (if chalet by the laguna) - If you have one of the chalet by the water, then it’s dreamy! Peace and quiet, beautiful view, access to the laguna from the chalet. Paddles and canoes free for guests. Own bbq. Great views from the bed! We were unlucky: just by the place, there was a very noisy wedding with loud music until late that night…
• Nicolas (9/5): -
• Sonja (8/5): - Toll mit Kleinkind, Strand ist besonders schön, Hütten toll ausgestattet Parken recht eng
• Jennifer (6/5): Not a comfortable stay during hot/humid nights - Very good price. Lovely beachfront seating area, and facilities for the lagoon. A friendly cabin atmosphere. Cute and scenic views. There was no air conditioning in the cabin. The overhead fan was noisy and insufficient to cool the cabin (potentially we were unlucky with the heat and humidity during our stay). The windows and doors lacked security and we felt the windows had to stay shut at night. We had originally planned to stay for 4 nights but checked out after 2 given the heat prevented a comfortable sleep.
• Awid (2/5): - Good beach Very hot in the summer and no air conditioning. The lagoon is nice but due to ebb and flood we couldn't swim.
• spiess (10/5): Absolute aanrader - Het was echt geweldig! Wij hebben het verblijf last minute geboekt en waren verrast hoe mooi het er was. De accomodaties liggen dicht bij een meer en je mag gratis gebruik maken van kajaks en SUP’s. Het water is erg helder en warm, soms zie je een paar vissen voorbij zwemmen. Het huis biedt alles wat je nodig hebt, twee aparte slaapkamers en twee aparte badkamers. In elke ruimte zijn ventilatoren aanwezig en je kan gelijk naast je accomodatie parkeren.
• jiahua (8/5): -
• Jakob (10/5): -
• Amélie (10/5): Excellent - L’emplacement dans les arbres à deux pas de la plage Les équipements Rien
• Jorgen Ellgren (10/5): Magic - What a magnificent place to stay in. So comfortable. So nice and friendly. Close to the beach or rather on the beach with warm silky clear waters and surroundings so beautiful. Thank you. We did not like to leave.. At all :-)
• Angela (9/5): Lovely relaxed stay with so much in walking distance or nearby taxi or drive - Great location with lovely staff and so well equipped Steep slopes but thats ok. Staff helped with luggage
• H (10/5): -
• Kumral (9/5): -
• Ioannis (10/5): -
• Katja (10/5): - Eine traumhafte Lage und sehr gut ausgestattete Häuser
• Riley (10/5): Excellent - location and view , amazing place.
• Natalie (10/5): Outstanding property in superb location. Would love to go back again sometime. - Lovely reception when we arrived. Beautiful cottage with absolutely anything you could need for a self-catering holiday. Loved having the use of kayaks and SUP boards. Braai wood supplied. Staff were friendly and professional. Cottage was spotlessly clean.
• Patrick (10/5): -
• Paul Simon (9/5): Great - A wonderful location, with very comfortable rooms. My wife love the Le Crueset plates and stuff Parking is a bit tight, especially if other units are occupied. But we managed
• Zanele (10/5): - Cleanliness and beautiful views
• Stehan (10/5): The perfect Honeymoon - They realy went the extra mile, suprising us with bubbles and flowers for our honeymoon! Everything was top notch and super clean. The fact that we couln't stay longer ;)
• Celeste (10/5): It’s heaven on earth. Always feel like we could stay longer. It was our second time and we will be back next year for su - Everything. The area by the water is just the best. Nothing really. It is all exceptional.
• Ekaterina (7/5): Belle lagune et chalets sympas, le service reste à désirer - Très bon emplacement dans la lagune, possibilité d’utiliser les kayaks à volonté. Les chalets sont sympas. Le personnel ne fait pas le moindre effort pour vous donner des conseils etc. Absence de petit déjeuner. En mai il faisait tres froid la nuit dans le chalet.
• Odette (10/5): -
• Matthews (9/5): Amazing location for water activities and relaxing - Amazing location, family friendly vibe, lots of activities Bathrooms could do with some updating. Rooms quite dark
• Freddie (8/5): -
• Maridene (10/5): Epic location. - Amazing location! Wind sheltered!
• Matthew (10/5): -
• Lisa (10/5): Wonderful stay on the coast - The location is incredible - like being on the French Riviera Nothing
• Shiloh (10/5): -
• Combrink (10/5): -
• Thomas (10/5): -

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