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Knysna
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Knysna is undoubtedly one of the most attractive towns in South
Africa. Originally established in 1825 by Lord Charles Somerset to exploit
the surrounding forests for the soaring demand for timber, Knysna developed
into a lovely scenic town situated around a spectacular lagoon, protected
from the ocean waves by the famous Knysna Heads. The lovely beaches
of Brenton-on-sea and Buffels Bay are only minutes away, and nature lovers
can enjoy cool forest walks in the surrounding indigenous forests where
the rare Knysna lourie can still be found.
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Knysna is a lively, cosmopolitan community and offers such lifestyle pleasures
as its well-known annual Oyster and Gastronomica festivals, historical buildings,
theatre and cultural performances, boat cruises on the lagoon, top restaurants
and bistros and excellent shopping facilities. Sailing and canoeing are an integral
part of life in Knysna and having a sunset drink at the Waterfront overlooking
the picturesque yachting harbour is a memorable pleasure.
Due to its beautiful natural surroundings, temperate climate and its relaxed lifestyle
Knysna has become a haven for property investors. More and more South Africans
are opting for Knysna as their home, escaping the pressures of the big
cities, while foreign investors are discovering it as an ideal destination for
a secondary or holiday home.
Knysna offers an amazing variety of residential properties to
suit all pockets and lifestyles, ranging from affordable apartments in the quaint
CBD area, large older homes in the hills above the town with spectacular views
over the lagoon, security and retirement villages in the sunny Hunters Home
area, modern farm-style houses in the green hills of Eastford with views of
the Outeniqua mountains, charming villas in leafy Belvidere, classy marina-style
living on Thesen Islands located in the middle of the Knysna lagoon,
to exquisite luxury homes in the prestigious Pezula, Sparrebosch and Simola
golf estates.
Knysna is situated in the heart of the renowned Garden Route,
about 500 kms from Cape Town and about 250 kms from Port Elizabeth. The main
N2 road passes through the centre of town, and the George airport is a convenient
50 kms drive away.
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