Phantom Forest in Knysna South Africa (9 others)

the hotel
A magic world of romantic eco-sensitive treehouses nestled in the wooded magnificence of the Afromontane Forest, on the edge of the exotic Knysna lagoon.
A magic world of romantic eco-sensitive treehouses nestled in the wooded magnificence of the Afromontane Forest, on the edge of the exotic Knysna lagoon.
the room
Not a room but a private treehouse with luxury bathroom overlooking the forest.
Not a room but a private treehouse with luxury bathroom overlooking the forest.
the bar
The Bar is called Eyrie, a place for drinks and spectacular sunsets in summer and pre-dinner cocktails around a log fire in winter.
The Bar is called Eyrie, a place for drinks and spectacular sunsets in summer and pre-dinner cocktails around a log fire in winter.
the restaurant
There are two. The Boma is a thatched affair serving cuisine with a local twist, and Chutzpah is Moroccan-inspired setting.
There are two. The Boma is a thatched affair serving cuisine with a local twist, and Chutzpah is Moroccan-inspired setting.
the location
Situated in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route, Phantom Forest is just seven kilometres from the historic town of Knysna.
Situated in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route, Phantom Forest is just seven kilometres from the historic town of Knysna.
the pool
There are two, one to get the sun in the morning and the other adjacent to the Moroccan lounge is situated for sunsets.
There are two, one to get the sun in the morning and the other adjacent to the Moroccan lounge is situated for sunsets.
the spa
Body Boma is on the forest edge, with a view over the Knysna Lagoon.
Body Boma is on the forest edge, with a view over the Knysna Lagoon.
the view
The view is magnificent. Framed by the density of the Afromontane  the lagoon is a perfect wetland that is home to a vast number of indigenous species.
The view is magnificent. Framed by the density of the Afromontane the lagoon is a perfect wetland that is home to a vast number of indigenous species.

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the hotel

A magic world of romantic eco-sensitive treehouses nestled in the wooded magnificence of the Afromontane Forest, on the edge of the exotic Knysna lagoon.
A magic world of romantic eco-sensitive treehouses nestled in the wooded magnificence of the Afromontane Forest, on the edge of the exotic Knysna lagoon. Return to the hotel page

the room

Not a room but a private treehouse with luxury bathroom overlooking the forest.
Not a room but a private treehouse with luxury bathroom overlooking the forest. Return to the hotel page

the bar

The Bar is called Eyrie, a place for drinks and spectacular sunsets in summer and pre-dinner cocktails around a log fire in winter.
The Bar is called Eyrie, a place for drinks and spectacular sunsets in summer and pre-dinner cocktails around a log fire in winter. Return to the hotel page

the restaurant

There are two. The Boma is a thatched affair serving cuisine with a local twist, and Chutzpah is Moroccan-inspired setting.
There are two. The Boma is a thatched affair serving cuisine with a local twist, and Chutzpah is Moroccan-inspired setting. Return to the hotel page

the location

Situated in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route, Phantom Forest is just seven kilometres from the historic town of Knysna.
Situated in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route, Phantom Forest is just seven kilometres from the historic town of Knysna. Return to the hotel page

the pool

There are two, one to get the sun in the morning and the other adjacent to the Moroccan lounge is situated for sunsets.
There are two, one to get the sun in the morning and the other adjacent to the Moroccan lounge is situated for sunsets. Return to the hotel page

the spa

Body Boma is on the forest edge, with a view over the Knysna Lagoon.
Body Boma is on the forest edge, with a view over the Knysna Lagoon. Return to the hotel page

the view

The view is magnificent. Framed by the density of the Afromontane  the lagoon is a perfect wetland that is home to a vast number of indigenous species.
The view is magnificent. Framed by the density of the Afromontane the lagoon is a perfect wetland that is home to a vast number of indigenous species. Return to the hotel page

Prices

From (pp):

  • £1,365 pp in low season
  • £1,559 pp in high season

Based on:

3nts, classic treesuite with breakfast, Virgin Atlantic economy return flights, car hire.

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Location information

Knysna South Africa

Most guests will be driving here as they take in the Garden Route from Cape Town. Alternatively there is George airport nearby for connecting flights. By car, Knysna is 4 hrs from Hermanus, 6 hrs from Cape Town and 5 hrs from Franschoek. On arrival your hire car is left at the gatehouse of the reserve and you and your luggage are transferred by jeep up to your forest home.

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