Paradise Private
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Wayne M - May 2024
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Accommodation high up on the mountain overlooking the Knysna lagoon.
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Hi Wayne, thank you for taking the time to write such a beautiful review. We do appreciate it. It was great meeting and hosting you both and you are most welcome to visit us again. Warm regards, Ellie & Francois.
Andrea S - Mar 2024
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Gemaklik, snoesig, skoon en waarde vir geld!
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Comfortable, cozy, clean and value for money!
What a wonderful experience! It truly feels like a little 'paradise' at the top of a neighborhood. The cottage is finely and optimally planned and every little thing has its place. Neat, clean and quite luxurious! The cottage also contains everything you could possibly need. Our hostess left us a bottle of wine, chocolate, soft drinks and milk in the cottage. Absolutely value for money! We stayed in the Stone cottage, but will definitely pay a little extra next time to enjoy the remarkable view from one of the other cottages.
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Antonio M - Feb 2024
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Was my 1st stay and not my last, see you again end 2024.
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Amazing views and exceptional service!
Sharon B - Mar 2023
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A hidden gem.
Read moreLouis C - Oct 2022
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Bitter lekker. Baie mooi uitsigte en vriendelike en vinnige diens.
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Bitterly delicious. Very nice views and friendly and fast service.
Uncle Francois and Aunt Ellie welcomed us warmly. I would recommend Paradise Private to any new or old married couple. The view is extremely beautiful and if you don't have a view of the Knysna Heads, there is a separate deck that offers you the picture-perfect view.
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Johan V - Sep 2022
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Waarde vir geld en vriendelike mense wat baie moeite doen.
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Value for money and friendly people who make a lot of effort.
Thank you very much for everything! It's really the small detail that makes the difference, thank you very much again.
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Liesl M - Apr 2022
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Uitsig, diens en netheid tops!
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View, service and cleanliness tops!
Breathtaking view over the whole of Knysna. For sure value for money! Was kindly received and enjoyed every moment!
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Andrea Z - Mar 2022
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Heerlik gerus. Asemrowende uitsig. Baie netjies.
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Feel free to do so. Breathtaking view. Very neat.
We had a great time. Value for money. Will definitely recommend to others. Best view of the lagoon. Enjoyed the extra breakfast.
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Desiree S - Jan 2022
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Asemrowende uitsig, privaat. Fantastiese gasheer en gasvrou.
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Stunning view, private. Fantastic host and hostess.
The studio is located high up and offers a breathtaking view. Everything about this stay exceeds your highest expectations. It's private and the studio is very stylishly laid out, photos don't do enough credit to the detail. Ellie and Francois are fantastic hostesses and hosts and caring people. Definitely good value for money. Can't wait to go again.
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Danie B - Dec 2021
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Baie lekker en rustig.
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Very nice and peaceful.
Paradise Private is very nice, friendly people and very peaceful.
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Lucretia Antoinette E - Apr 2021
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We had a lovely stay with the most amazing view!
Shaun F - Mar 2021
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Dit was amazing.
Francois J - Aug 2021
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Asemrowende uitsig.
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Breathtaking view.
Surprised with the view, cleanliness and functionality of all equipment. Francois and Ellie were particularly hospitable and helpful. Nice and private, and will definitely visit again.
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Kobus S - Apr 2021
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Unieke verblyf-ervaring met 'n pragtige uitsig!
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Unique accommodation experience with a beautiful view!
We had a great time, it's a well appointed, luxurious unit, unique as a solid log house. Ellie and Francois thought of everything! Down to the finest detail. We were in the smallest unit as all other units were booked. We would have preferred a larger unit as we stayed for 5 days. The bed in the unit was quite small, we would have preferred a more comfortable bed. Also possible a cleaning of the unit halfway through the stay. Furthermore, als was tip top and any requests were helped with immediately. We would definitely recommend a visit to the property for a special and unique stay experience.
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Paradise Private 's response
Beste Lidia & Kobus
Baie dankie vir die mooi terugvoering. Julle was baie aangename gaste en dit was lekker om julle by ons te he.
Jammer dat die eenheid nie gediens was halfpad deur jul verblyf nie. Dit is een van ons vasgestelde Covid 19 protokolle om nie 'n gas se eenheid binne te gaan tydens sy/haar verblyf nie, tensy dit spesifiek versoek word deur die gas. Op hierdie manier hoef gaste nie bekommerd te wees daaroor dat 'n skoonmaker hul spasie sal binnekom nie.
Ons het wel begrip dat 'n dubbelbed soms knap kan wees vir 2 mense, juis daarom dat ons die bed grootte as dubbelbed gestipuleer het in ons beskrywing.
Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer te verwelkom, volgende keer in een van ons groter eenhede met die seemeer uitsigte.
Vriendelike groete
Ellie & Francois
Helene B - Apr 2021
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Onvergeetlike vakansie, hartlike ontvangs deur die eienaars, Francois en Ellie. Die fasiliteit is in werklike lewe nog mooier as op die foto's. Mooiste uitsig op die Knysnameer.
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Unforgettable holiday, warm welcome by the owners, Francois and Ellie. The facility is even more beautiful in real life than in the photos. Most beautiful view of the Knysnameer.
Beautiful facility, durable finishes inside unit, most beautiful view of the lake and friendly and professional service by the owners, Francois and Ellie. Paradise Private offers value for money, and we will definitely go back there.
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Carien F - Feb 2020
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Fantasties!
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Great!
Our time at Paradise Private was simply fantastic! Francois and Ellie welcomed us and made us feel very welcome immediately. The unit and facilities are amazingly beautiful, perfect, modern, unique, neat and clean. They had snacks, coffee, tea and milk available in the unit. Solar lamps, lights and candles for load shedding were also provided. We had a great stay, the whole premises/house is an absolute dream with its design, gardens, decor, location and views of the lagoon and heads. We'll be back for sure!
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Theunis S - Feb 2020
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Onbeskryflike mooi omgewing met die beste uitsig oor die Knysna meer. Baie netjiese, gerieflike en skoon akkommodasie. Beste gasheer en gasvrou.
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Indescribably beautiful surroundings with the best view over the Knysna lake. Very neat, comfortable and clean accommodation. Dear host and hostess.
We had a great time at Private Paradise. Thank you very much Francois and Ellie for your hospitality. Our suite was painfully neat and so well equipped. It was one of the best guesthouses we have ever stayed in! We will definitely visit you again.
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Philip T - Dec 2019
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Fantastiese uitsig, heerlike vakansie!
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Fantastic view, great holiday!
The unit was very well furnished, super tidy and the view over the Knysna lagoon was fantastic! Ellie and Francois, the owners, were very helpful, friendly and approachable - intent on making the experience as special as possible for us. The setting is definitely something out of the ordinary, it felt like we were on vacation somewhere overseas! It was a holiday we will never forget.
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Ian P - Dec 2019
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Asemrowend.
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Breathtaking.
It was a great privilege to stay there and meet wonderful people. Value for money, we will definitely visit again.
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Ian S - Dec 2019
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Netjies, gerieflik, 'n paradise/
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Neat, comfortable, a paradise/
Had a lovely stay. Very tidy, friendly service and lovely location. Would recommend and visit again anytime.
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Marie B - Nov 2019
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Uitstekende verblyf! Sesster! Uitstaande gashere! Alles was puik!
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Excellent stay! Six star! Outstanding hosts! Everything was great!
The best self catering accommodation I have ever stayed in. Stylish, elegant and a lot of attention has been paid to small details, to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Fantastic view of Lake Knysna and Knysna, wow!
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Jacques M - Sep 2019
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Spesiaal.
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Special.
What an experience! Francois and Ellie are such warm people and made our honeymoon really special. We couldn't ask for better accommodation and hosts and the place itself is so amazing! It was all the little details that made it so special and memorable. We will definitely be back not only for the stay but also to visit you. Thousands of thanks.
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Marilize E - Sep 2019
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Uiterse stukkie paradise.
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Piece of paradise.
Quiet, beautiful and a hidden gem. Would recommend this wonderful, modern piece of gold. Thank you so much to Ellie and Francois for your kindness and discretion. Will be happy to come back.
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Elmarie V - Sep 2019
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Die mooiste uitsig.
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The most beautiful view.
What a beautiful place Paradise Private is! Thank you Ellie and Francois for your hospitality, from the moment we arrived there, you made us feel at home. You did a lot more than normal. There were so many delicious foods and drinks for us. The protea was beautiful in living room. The lavenders in the room made it smell so good. There were so many extras to make the weekend comfortable and enjoyable. The unit was clean and smelled so nice. You will definitely see us again as guests.
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Paul V - Apr 2019
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Meer as waarvoor ons kon hoop.
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More than we could have hoped for.
My wife and I went to Knysna for the first time over the April Easter weekend 2019 and we stayed at Paradise Private. We were completely blown away when we saw our room. The view over Knysna is surely one of the best there is and no photo can testify to that, it has to be experienced for yourself. The room and entire building is made of the most beautiful wood and gives off an incredible tranquility that makes you feel so part of nature with a zen that falls over you among the most beautiful bonsai displays around you. Furthermore, all the technological equipment you would need is at your disposal so the best of both worlds! Ellie and Francois are the best hosts we have ever had on holiday, friendly and warm people who go out of their way to make sure you are at ease, we just want to say thank you for an unforgettable holiday that just made it that much better was by Paradise Private, I would suggest it to anyone visiting beautiful Knysna.
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Liefste Megan & Paul,
Dit was so lekker om te lees hoe julle ons plek geniet het, baie dankie vir die entoesiastiese en mooi woorde. Julle was inderdaad baie aangename gaste en ons sien daarna uit dat julle weer vir ons kom kuier.
Groete,
Ellie & Francois
Marianne E - Mar 2019
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Fantasties, romanties en vrede.
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Fantastic, romantic and peaceful.
We really enjoyed our honeymoon at Ellie and Francois' place. We can't wait to go back again, the studio was a big highlight with its amazing view. So cozy and the friendliest people ever.
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Liefste Marianne & Brendan,
Baie dankie vir die mooi resensie, dit was 'n groot plesier en voorreg om julle hier te kon hê op jul wittebrood. Ons is baie bly julle het so lekker ondervinding by ons gehad. Mag daar baie gelukkige jare voorlê. Julle is natuurlik baie welkom om dit jaarliks by ons te kom vier :)
Groete,
Ellie & Francois
Christelle G - Aug 2019
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Werklikwaar iets besonders!
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Truly something special!
This place is truly unlike any of the other residences. Completely cut off from the noise and hustle and bustle in a neat green zen garden and little house that still smells of wood, where you can watch the town from above. We went to sleep with the city lights and woke up with the morning sun. We didn't want to pack up on the last day. The owners were so welcoming, and even took the rest of my family around the place the next day, just because they wanted to see what it looked like too. Because it is something to convey. Definitely a place to visit/stay on a Knysna holiday!
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Renier R - Jul 2019
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Baie vriendelike gashere.
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Very friendly hosts.
View fantastic, reception well handled, unit has a unique design and is very nice.
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Sanette L - Sep 2019
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Was skoon en netjies, en ons het baie welkom gevoel.
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Was clean and tidy, and we felt very welcome.
We were welcomed very kindly. The place was very neat and clean. The view breathtaking!
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Quwin R - Dec 2018
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Dit is 'n wonderlike plek om vakansie te hou, en Ellie en Francois het dit alles die moeite werd gemaak.
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It's a great place to vacation, and Ellie and Francois made it all worth it.
Ellie and Francois were wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome, I would recommend it to anyone needing a break away.
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Paradise Private 's response
Liefste Quin and Cindy,
Ons waardeer julle terugvoer, dit was 'n groot voorreg om julle te kon akkommodeer op jul wittebrood, dit is altyd lekker om te hoor as ons gaste hul verblyf geniet het. Ons hoop ons sien julle weer binnekort.
Groete,
Ellie en Francois x
Tobie B - Oct 2018
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Uitsonderlik! Vriendelike en warm ontvangs met baie kennis vir 'n lekker wegbreek.
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Exceptional! Friendly and warm reception with lots of knowledge for a nice break.
Beautiful new accommodation with the necessary "comforts" in the heart of Knysna.
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Tobie, 'n opregte dankie vir die positiewe terugvoering. Julle sal beslis weer moet kom kuier. Vriendelike groete, Ellie en Francois.
Ronel D - Sep 2018
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Ontspannend en pragtige uitsig.
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Relaxing and beautiful view.
Ellie and Francois are friendly and hospitable and made us feel very welcome. They made sure we had everything we could need. They also gave us great advice on hiking trails and restaurants in the area. The unit is something special. It is well equipped, clean and tidy and has the most beautiful view. It was perfect for our Knysna getaway and we had a lovely stay.
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Paradise Private 's response
Hi Marieke & Jan,
Baie dankie vir jul mooi boodskappie & positiewe terugvoer, ons is bly julle het die verblyf by ons geniet en dit was lekker om julle as gaste te hê. Hoop julle kom weer in die toekoms vir ons kuier.
Zelda F - Oct 2018
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Ongelooflike uitsig, gerieflik, netjies rustig en privaat.
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Amazing view, comfortable, neat quiet and private.
Francois and Ellie are amazing, upon our arrival everything was perfect, champagne as well as sweets and a card of congratulations on our wedding anniversary. The studio is nice and private and yes, I will definitely never forget the view. Paradise Private recommended.
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Baie dankie vir jul gewaardeerde terugvoering, Zelda. Ek is so bly julle het jul spesiale wegbrekie so geniet. Dit was regtig lekker om julle te ontmoet en beter te leer keer ken. Ons sien daarna uit om julle weer hier by Paradise Private te verwelkom.
Groete, Ellie en Francois.
Laetitia K - Aug 2018
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Uit 'n ander wêreld.
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From another world.
Paradise Private is indeed a wonderful place, with friendly and fantastic service. The unit has the most beautiful view and is equipped with everything you need. I would definitely recommend Paradise Private to anyone visiting Knysna.
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Baie dankie vir die terugvoer en mooi woorde, Laetitia. Dit was 'n voorreg om julle hier te kon ontvang tydens jul wittebrood. Ons hoop om julle weer in die toekoms te kan akkommodeer.
Vriendelike groete, Ellie & Francois.
- Capacity: 11 people
- No children under 6
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Check-in: 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out: 11:00 - Address: 13 Loerie Street, Paradise, Knysna, 6570, Western Cape