101 Bayswater Drive, Leisure Isle, Leisure Isle, 6570 Knysna, South Africa
#16 of 86 B&Bs and Inns in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 162 B&B reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 May 2024
Nomfusi
South AfricaWe got a upgrade of our room at no extra charge
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Michael
South AfricaNothing
It was gorgeous, very comfortable and had everything we needed including a pool, amazing views of the lagoon and an honesty bar. Our breakfast was next level with homemade muffins fresh out of the oven - scrumptious
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Candy
South AfricaThe room was larger than usual and beautifully furnished. Quiet and secluded. Great breakfast. Mike was very helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Debbie
South AfricaThere is nothing to not like . If you like a quiet restful place, with great views, good staff - this is it.
The Location was beautiful with excellent views and a lovely view of the lagoon Mike was a fabulous host, engaging, willing to oblige on all questions asked, with great knowledge of the area and surroundings. Mike was very accommodating allowing us to park a trailer safely on his property. There is an honesty bar, a good breakfast room - Mike is hands on at breakfast, willing to crack on with personal service
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Roisin
IrelandThis was one of the nicest Guesthouses that we have ever stayed at for a number of reasons. Firstly, Mike the owner was incredibly friendly and took great care of us while we were there. He gave us excellent advice and ideas of what to do in the area. We loved it so much here we ended up staying an extra two nights! The location is spectacular, it is situated on beautiful Leisure Island and the guesthouse is right across the road from Bollards Bay. The facilities here were amazing, our room was so clean, comfortable and very spacious. The breakfasts served each morning were delicious, there were freshly made muffins each day. We couldn’t say enough positive things about our experience here, we loved every minute and it was definitely a highlight of our trip to South Africa.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Carmen
South AfricaBreakfast excellenct
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Kotzen
South AfricaBreakfast could have had more variety.
The location was lovely - right on the lagoon. There we two swimming pools on site too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Michael
GermanyGreat location, very close to the beach, fantastic views, sunsets. Mike is an excellent host.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Heide
NetherlandsWonderful stay! Mike and his team really know how to make you feel welcome with a great breakfast every morning. Rooms are clean and beds are comfortable! View of the heads is just great.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Matukane
South AfricaI loved the place. My partner and liked that the sea was a walking distance
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Everard
United KingdomNothing
Location fabulous with direct views of the lagoon and walk across the road to the lovely beach. Room spacious and bed comfortable. Pools and surrounds, lounge and breakfast terrace are also very nice. The overall ambience is welcoming and the fact that almost all the guests when we were there had been before says it all. Leisure Island a top location on Garden Route
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Ute
GermanyEverything was perfect.
It is always a pleasure to stay at Mike‘s Bollard Bay House. Located on Leisure island (secure and no big fences or walls around houses) it is just a few steps to the white beach and the lagoon. Rooms are spacious, immaculate clean and modern with great views. Breakfast is delicious and two pools with enough sunbeds are there for relaxing. Mike is great and very sympathetic and has always good recommendations what to do or where to eat. Highly recommended to stay at his B&B
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
John
South AfricaNothing
Located right on Bollard beach. Comfortable room. Two pools (one at back if windy) Good breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Felix
GermanyMike was a lovely host and welcomed us very warmly. He planned our two day visit with us so that we could make the best of our time in Knysna. We enjoyed our stay to the fullest and can recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Alan
South AfricaMike was an outstanding host who went over and above. Would certainly book this venue a Gain.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Alida
South AfricaThe bathroom was very small.
Everything was very clean and the breakfast was great too!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Ahshish
South AfricaOur bed was a little uncomfortable for our liking
Excellent location, great host
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Jake
United KingdomExcellent service and very comfortable
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Danjay
South AfricaWe loved staying at Bollard Bay House. Mike is a brilliant host and very knowledgeable about the area. Every morning at breakfast we'd chat about our plans for the day and Mike would always have brilliant suggestions for other things that we could add to our list for the day
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Alexandra
United KingdomThe property is pretty close to perfect but if any improvements could be made- I guess the bathroom could do with modernisation, maybe play some music during breakfast.
The house is gorgeous and gave us a taste of luxury. With two pools and views of the lagoon and the headlands, it really was perfect, the whole place is so tastefully decorated and feels calm and glamorous.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Christopher
United KingdomLocation and facilities
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Laura
United KingdomBeautiful accommodation with a lovely view and spectacular service! Mike made us feel very welcome and provided us with good food recommendations in the area. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Moira
United KingdomCan’t think of anything
Mike gave us a free upgrade when we arrived The property is immaculate and the breakfast superb The location is extremely safe Mike offered help with numerous things which was great (where to dine, sightseeing etc)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Theresia
GermanyMike and the entire staff were extremely nice and welcoming. Mike had lots of stories to tell about the area and gave us great advice for our daily trips. We enjoyed waking up in the morning to a beautiful view and the relaxing atmosphere on the island! The accommodation was beautifully furnished and we can recommend it warmly!
Stayed in September 2023
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