House for Sale Knysna, Rio St

STUNNING 7 bedroom 2 story family sized home transformed into a guest house or luxury mansion with uninterrupted views in gorgeous Knysna, South Africa. Features: 7 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 2 Garages 4 Parking Bays Separate entrances Air BnB potential with 3 income-generating units that enjoy separate entrances and views of the Knysna Lagoon and the surreal beauty beyond. The top floor features the main house and boasts the following: 2 Bed 2 Bathrooms Lounge Dining Kitchen Office Balcony West Apartment Unit: 2 Bed 1 Bathroom with shower and bath Lounge Kitchen Dining room Balcony BBQ area Access to communal laundry East Apartment Unit: 2 Bed 1 Bathroom with shower Lounge Kitchen Dining room Balcony BBQ area Access to a communal laundry area Studio Unit above double Garage: 1 Bedroom Lounge Kitchen Bathroom with shower Balcony BBQ area Access to a communal laundry area Added benefits: * Exquisite finishing touches with a modern look and feel * All the furniture in the apartments is included in the price! * Close to private schools and shops Area Features: * Knysna Lagoon is located between the Knysna Heads on the Golden Route. As it is sheltered from the rough seas by the Knysna Heads, it is a very popular location for boating and water sports such as canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, kitesurfing and water skiing. * Knysna Waterfront is located on the Garden Route and is popular for its stunning views and leisure activities. It has many restaurants serving fresh seafood and authentic African cuisine. There are also numerous stores selling designer clothing, jewellery and souvenirs. * The Thesen Islands in Knysna comprise 19 man-made islands linked by bridges arching over the clear blue water. The Islands are popular for the 500+ houses built in colonial maritime style and for the rare Knysna Seahorse. There are stunning beaches on every island where watersports like kiteboarding, boating, windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and swimming are popular. * The Garden of Eden is a hiking trail located next to the N2 in Knysna. The trails lead to a wooden walkway through the forest and over beautiful streams for over a kilometre. It is an easy trail, suitable even for beginners. It is also a good location for bird watching. * Located on the Western Head of the Knysna Lagoon, the Featherbed Nature Reserve is a stunning piece of paradise with a nature reserve, hiking trails, restaurants and boat tours. It is accessible only by ferry. * Knysna is surrounded by the stunning blue Indian Ocean and whale watching is one of the most popular activities here. The best time is July to December as Southern Right and Humpback whales migrate here during this season. You can watch whales from one of the viewpoints or opt for one of the many cruises for close encounters. * Victoria Bay is a paradise for surfing lovers, just 3 kms away from George. This easily accessible surfing spot is enclosed by rocky cliffs on both sides and has a beach setting in the middle. A lush green lawn makes the bay more special for picnic goers. Victoria Bay offers large waves for surfers for a long ride in the waters. * The Garden Route is 300 km of unadulterated beauty. Stretching from Mossel Bay to Plettenburg Bay, the coastal road is adorned with several beautiful lagoons, beaches, lakes and forest parks. It has some of the best beaches along the coast, hiking trails, and 12 top-class golf courses. * The Knysna Elephant Park is the primary location to see African elephants closely and interact safely with them. It is located just off the N2 between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. There is a special elephant experience with informative displays and photographs followed by a hike that follows them as they journey through the park. * Monkeyland is one of its kind sanctuary where previously captivated primates such as monkeys and apes can roam freely in their natural habitats. The sanctuary is built on a 12-hectare indigenous forest land located near Plettenberg Bay in South Africa. It is home to over 500 monkeys and 11 primate species. Tourists can explore the forest and take one-hour tours or monkey safaris. * Knysna indigenous forest offers over ten walks and trails ranging from between 2 to 10km. Explore Knysna’s diverse wildlife, including birds, fern trees, frogs, and more, through the scenic hiking routes filled with picnic spots and drinkable water streams. Tourists can visit the Forest Legends museum located in the heart of the forest dedicated to Woodcutters, Timber merchants, Botanists, Settlers, and the Knysna Elephant. With a fine art gallery hosting over 2000 pieces, a motorcycle museum and a farmers market nearby, there is plenty to do and see with so much more to explore in this beautiful paradise that is one of Africa's best-kept secrets! Interested?? Get in touch for more information. Price is negotiable and private video viewings available with the owner who can answer any questions you may have.