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Rheenendal, Garden Route
Along the splendour of the Garden Route in the Western Cape, lies the little settlement of Rheenendal, in close proximity to Knysna. In fact, most consider this hamlet a part of Knysna.
Rheenendal is, officially, part of the Eden District Municipality, which is as visually spectacular as its name implies, thanks to the lush fertile vegetation of this part of South Africa. Being perched within these idyllic surrounds means that Rheenendal is the perfect holiday hotspot for those that need a getaway.
The beauty of the forests, rivers and coastlines of Knysna and its surrounds lend Rheenendal a very special quality. The fauna and flora of the area infuse every part of Rheenendal with the magical quality that lures visitors to South Africa again and again. These ones will frequently enjoy spotting monkeys, porcupines, small buck and plenty of bird species.
In addition to being a convenient base for those who love exploring the natural loveliness of this country, Rheenendal is popular amongst avid golfing enthusiasts as the Simola Golf Course is very nearby. Hiking and cycling trails are all around, as are horse riding trails for those who want to experience the area from a different perspective.
There are also beaches and the Knysna Lagoon for families and friends that want to relax at the water�s edge and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine of this pristine landscape.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Self Catering
Charlesford View
Charlesford View offers four stylish and thoughtfully designed cottages which complement the surrounding landscape and seamlessly integrate luxur...
Self Catering
Cliffhanger Cottages
Cliffhanger Cottages are situated along the Rheenendal road and enjoy the peace of the unspoilt country, yet only a 15 minute scenic drive to the...
Self Catering
Fernhill Guest Farm
Fernhill Guest Farm is situated in the Rheenendal area just outside Knysna. Enshrouded in lush indigenous forest and surrounding a scenic lagoon ...
Self Catering
Woodcutters Forest Cottages
Situated on the edge of the Knysna Indigenous Forest these two charming self catering cottages are fully equipped for self catering complete with...
Self Catering
Fern Gully
Fern Gully is 18kms outside Knysna on the Rheenendal Road to the historical Millwood Goldmine and Jubilee Creek in a rural, forested area. The un...
Hotel
Portland Manor
Portland Manor is nestled in the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountain range and just 20km from Knysna, offering accommodation in the perfect setti...
Guest House
The School
The School is located in Rheenedal and offers comfortable guest accommodation. It is on an old school farm approximately 17km from central Knysna...
Self Catering
Fernhill Tented Treehouses
Fernhill Tented Treehouses offers unique and comfortable accommodation in safari-style tents with private decks and outdoor seating. Each unit ha...
Self Catering
The Woodlands Nest
The Nest is a Holiday Cottage that sleeps two guests. The room is upstairs on a mezzanine level and is furnished with a Queen-size bed. There is ...
Self Catering
Woodlands Self Catering
Woodlands Self Catering is situated in Rheenendal and is able to accommodate up to 14 guests in five apartments. Here guests are near to attracti...
Self Catering
Forest Valley Cottages
Beaming with casual luxury.. Forest Valley embraces the dramatic beauty of the coastline town of Knysna with mountain and forest views. The offer...
Self Catering
Forest Edge
Experience tranquillity, romance and privacy in Nature at award winning self catering cottages. Nature-lovers' retreat: birds, game, secluded roc...
Self Catering
Elephant Rest Forest Cottage
Located on a farm in Rheenendal outside Knysna, Elephant Rest Forest Cottage offers self catering accommodation for six people. The timber cottag...
Things to do in the area
Family Entertainment
Cycling
Garden Route Trail Park MTB Trails
The Park is currently closedUnfortunately the trails will be closed until further notice. Rebuilding of the trails damaged by the fires in 2018 a...
Cycling
Harkerville MTB Trails
The Harkerville MTB trail near Knysna is 24 km of 72 per cent single track trail though forest, coastal path and plantation; an incredible ride. ...
Scenic Drives
Self Drive the Garden Route
The essence of the Garden RouteRoute: Plettenberg Bay, Keurbooms River, Nature's Valley, Tsitsikamma National Park, Storms RiverDescription: dens...
Family Entertainment
Sandboarding with Dune Adventures
Knysna Sandboarding is Garden Route activity run by Dune Adventures who have daily guided tours to experience the thrill of sandboarding. The tou...
Cycling
Homtini MTB Trail
Where: Krisjan-se-Nek picnic site, Rheenendal, KnysnaLevel: intermediate to difficultType of route: 19 km circular route along jeep track, loggin...
Noteworthy attractions
Golf Courses
The Links at Fancourt
Gary Player, who has been a part of the design team since the original courses at Fancourt, came on board to add the Links in 2000 and has gone o...
Golf Courses
Montagu Golf Course at Fancourt
The course is typical parklands and one of three Gary Player designed courses offered at Fancourt. Montagu is highly acclaimed and has in recent ...
Golf Courses
Outeniqua Golf Course at Fancourt
Named after the Mountain that overlooks this magnificent Garden Route golfing gem, the Outeniqua Course at Fancourt is one that barely needs intr...
Golf Courses
George Golf Club
Nestled in the foothills of the magnificent Outeniqua mountains, George Golf Club is among the oldest courses in the country. George country club...
Golf Courses
Goose Valley Golf Club
Originally a 9 hole course set at the heart of a real estate development, The Gary Player Design Company has created an 18 hole layout of note on...
Golf Courses
Knysna Golf Club
The Knysna Golf course is probably the only golf course in South Africa which can boast holes that are below sea level. The Knysna Golf Club is s...
Golf Courses
Mossel Bay Golf Club
The 18-hole links course has recently been remodeled and upgraded and is getting rave reviews. The golf club is situated above a peninsula that j...
Golf Courses
Oubaai Golf Club
Situated only 8 kilometres from George, in the design of the Oubaai 18-hole Championship Golf Course and Driving Range, Ernie Els and his team ha...
Golf Courses
Pezula Golf Course
Situated in the very heart of the Garden Route, on sweeping coastal cliffs, east of the charming town of Knysna, Pezula encompasses a world-class...
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