Thesen Island is a multi-award winning marina development located in the scenic Knysna estuary on the renowned "Garden Route" of South Africa the most sought after and secure area in Knysna. There are safe walking pathways all around the Island - ideal for walking, jogging or cycling. Thesen Island has a private marina beach for the exclusive use of island residents, guests and visitors.
Normal seasons only R1700 per night - sleeps 6. High season rate R2500 per night.
Bird life is abundant, especially around the ponds in the Park and Bird Reserve area. Thesen Harbour Town is a short walk away, where there are a number of good restaurants and other interesting shops. Knysna Quays Waterfront close by and several golf courses in the area. Knysna is central to explore the whole of the Garden Route.
This unique three storey apartment has under floor heating,a lift, 3 bedrooms (main with own balcony)and 3 bathrooms and is situated on the channel. The ground floor has inside braai and covered stoep on the water. The first floor has 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms and the second floor has an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area with outside stoep and braai facility
The apartment also has a diswasher, tumble dryer, washing machine, towel drying unit, fireplace, DSTV,two under-building parking areas. It has been decorated by an professional decorator and has weatherley furniture.
The marina is spread over 90ha and consists of 19 man-made islands linked by 21 arched bridges and surrounded by 25ha of tidal waterways
Bird Watching
Thesen Islanders have the privilege of a bird reserve on their own doorstep. The southern edge of the island with its stretches of reed beds is an important herons breeding ground, and the marshes on the north-eastern side are teeming with water birds and waders like cormorants, egrets, African spoonbills, Egyptian geese, and blacksmith lapwings, while the rare and distinctive black oystercatcher is often sighted as well. A bird hide overlooking the wetlands allow residents to observe coots, herons, egrets and ducks at close range.
Hiking Trails
The Island is ideal for walking, jogging or cycling
Other Activities
Private Beach for use of residents and guests
Walking pathways - all round the island
Bird Reserve and ponds.
Thesen Harbour Town
Restaurants & shops
Small craft harbour
Parks Board Offices and information on Lagoon
Tourist attractions in the area.
KNYSNA QUAYS WATERFRONT Within 15 minutes walk:
Restaurants, Shops and craft markets
Ferries, canoes, sailing and forest walks.
Adventure sports can be booked here.
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