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Big Tree House Lodge

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A wooden pathway surrounded by dense foliage, leading to a building.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a window, and basic appliances.
A wooden deck with a covered area, outdoor seating, and a view of a lake and hills.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa with cushions, a coffee table, and a bar stool area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Knysna Lagoon

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free cots/infant beds

Explore the area

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56 Milkwood Drive, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden Route National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Pezula Championship Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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View all photos for The Big Tree House

A cozy log cabin bedroom with a bed, pillows, a lamp, and a window with a view.

The Big Tree House

  • Lagoon view
  • 230 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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A room with two beds, wooden beams, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Lagoon Cottage

  • Lagoon view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a mirror. There is a bathroom with a sink and a shower visible through an open door.

Sunbird Cottage

  • Sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Protea Cottage

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Protea Cottage

  • Lagoon view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 8

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 10

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About this property

Big Tree House Lodge

A garden, barbecues and a picnic area are available at this cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 3 individually decorated accommodations feature free WiFi and private yards. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include kitchens with fridges and ovens. Limited housekeeping is available.
Big Tree House Lodge offers 3 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Knysna cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Property # 17324106
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Tree House Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Big Tree House Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Tree House Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Tree House Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Big Tree House Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Big Tree House Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Garden Route National Park and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Big Tree House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Communication

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
excellent facilities and a wonderful view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Brilliant property, spotlessly clean with spectacular view across the lagoon to the Heads. Owners extremely helpful and friendly. Top Notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Absolutely perfect

Been over to sa on several occasions over 30 yrs and stayed in lots of different accommodations but this topped them all. Absolutely fabulous on all counts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ein schönes Haus mit einem tollen Ausblick. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alles gut
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We loved that place! Wonderful view, wonderful house and garden! We were delighted with all the details about that place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Fantastic experience, perfect for families. Great location overlooking the lagoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely large accommodation, great view overlooking Knysna lagoon. A winding drive up to house and a steep driveway in. Very peaceful. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne und großzügig geschnittene Cottages mit einem fantastischen Blick auf die Lagune. Die Gastgeber sind sehr hilfsbereit und super nett. Tolle Unterkunft - wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great place but give a miss in winter.

The accommodation is modern, fresh and clean. The staff/proprietors were very friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic. The cabins are located on a hill with outstanding views of the Knysna lagoon. It was very good value for money. Having said all that, if you are thinking of visiting in winter, consider how important your comfort is. The units are not insulated at all and the heating is completely inadequate. The bedrooms were cold and damp. It was more like sleeping in a tent than in a cabin. In the mornings, the indoor temperature fell well below 10C and the walls, windows and floors were covered with condensation. It was extremely uncomfortable. It is a lovely place, but we will never stay there again during the winter months June-August.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort