Address: 50 Coney Glen Drive, The Heads, Knysna, 6571, South Africa
Rating: ~4.8★ (Exceptional guest ratings)
Knysna • Garden Route • South Africa
Perched on the highest point of the iconic Knysna Heads, Headlands House offers dramatic, uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean, Knysna Lagoon and Outeniqua Mountains. This elegant guest lodge combines tranquil luxury, personalised service and a spectacular setting — an ideal base for couples and travellers exploring the Garden Route.
4 star Guest House / B&B — TGCSA‑graded guest lodge with outstanding views and personalised hospitality.
Luxury en‑suite rooms with private balconies and ocean/lagoon views.
Concierge/tour assistance, whale watching & local activity recommendations.
(All are approximate road distances / drive times)
Knysna Charters (local) – ~10–15 min
Addo Elephant Park – ~298 km / ~3.5–4 hr
Storms River National Park – ~105 km / ~1.5 hr
Monkeyland (Plettenberg Bay) – ~35 km / ~30–35 min
Knysna Elephant Park – ~20 km / ~25 min
Knysna Heads – ~0.2 km / walk (on location)
Featherbed Nature Reserve – ~7 km / ~15 min (boat access)
The Motorcycle Room (Knysna) – ~17 km / ~20 min
George Airport (GRJ) – ~60 km / ~1 hr
Cango Caves (Oudtshoorn) – ~130 km / ~2 hr
Hermanus – ~490 km / ~5.5–6 hr
Franschhoek – ~490 km / ~5.5–6 hr
Table Mountain (Cape Town) – ~500 km / ~5.5–6 hr
V&A Waterfront (Cape Town) – ~500 km / ~5.5–6 hr
Kruger National Park – ~1 600 km / ~16–18 hr
“Views are absolutely stunning — the breakfast overlooking the Heads was one of the highlights of our stay.”– TripAdvisor guest review.
“The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, helping with dinner bookings and tips for activities.” – Google review summary.
“Our room had breathtaking sea and lagoon views and the whole stay was exceptional.” – Verified reviewer.
“Incredible location — peaceful, elegant and perfect for exploring Knysna and the Garden Route.” – Travel site highlight.
📞 Phone: +27 44 384 0949
📍 Address: 50 Coney Glen Drive, The Heads, Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa 6571