Knysna Manor House - Latest News

Posted on Wed March 5, 2014.

Re-awarded Three Star Rating

The Tourism Grading Council recently visited Knysna Manor House, and according to Caroline Edge, the TGSA Assessor, Knysna Manor House has grown from strength since taking it over in 2007.

Anthony and Brenda LIddle, the Managers, together with Glen and Gail Dalton, the owners, have taken great care to respect the Historical Heritage of the building, without compromising on the comfort of guests, and are continually restoring and refurbishing the building (built 1896).

Keeping within the theme of "Historical", Anthony and Brenda scrouge local auctions, to source furnishings suitable for a building with such strong Historical ties in the Knysna Area.

Further Reading

Book Local - Book Direct

Discover Timeless Charm at Knysna Manor House Step into a world where heritage meets heartfelt hospitality. Knysna Manor House, a lovingly restored Victorian guesthouse in the heart of Knysna, offers more than just a place to stay—it offers a personal connection to the Garden Route’s soul. This blog post explores the story behind the house, its character-rich rooms, and the personalized service that makes every guest feel like family. It highlights the...

Read This Article
Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe finally revived after two decades

GARDEN ROUTE NEWS - The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe steam train is finally making a comeback after being out of use since the 2006 floods severely damaged the rail line between George and Knysna.

Read This Article
🏃‍♀️ Knysna Forest Marathon 2025: Where Nature, Community & Spirit Meet

The Knysna Forest came alive this past weekend as thousands of runners, visitors, and locals gathered for one of South Africa’s most iconic events — the Knysna Forest Marathon, held on Saturday, 5 July 2025, as part of the much-loved Knysna Oyster Festival. If you stayed at a central Knysna guesthouse like Knysna Manor House, you would have been right in the heart of the action — just a short walk from...

Read This Article