Breathtaking views on the water’s edge

The St. James of Knysna is a five-star Country House on the shores of the idyllic Knysna lagoon. Spectacular views, spacious rooms and expansive lush gardens create the perfect backdrop for a holiday haven.

This owner-run property offers bed & breakfast accommodation in a range of luxury suites. The guest lounge with lending library and board games invites for some relaxing time while enjoying breathtaking views of the lagoon. Other general facilities include an exclusive gift boutique, the expansive gardens featuring two swimming pools and numerous seating areas.

The St James is only 2.5km away from the centre of Knysna, the heart of the picturesque Garden Route. As guests of the St. James, you’ll be treated to a complimentary, 90-minute cruise on our pontoon barge, ‘The Boat,’ which departs from our private jetty to explore the upper reaches of the Lagoon. A romantic, relaxing introduction to the Knysna River estuary in the central region of South Africa’s largest unfenced wildlife preserve: the Garden Route National Park.