Candlewood Lodge

This is an absolutely awesome place! We spent three nights at the Candlewood Logde and would have loved to stay even longer. From the very warm welcome by Matthias (walking with him in the garden with a glass of wine, where he explained lots of interesting details about the plants, flowers and herbs growing there) to the 3 course dinner and the outstanding breakfast - it was just perfect. We've never seen a breakfast buffet of such a high quality and variety before in a Guesthouse/Lodge. The whole team is very friendly and you feel treated like a family member. Everyone is eager to spoil their guests. We've stayed in the Sand room, which has a nice balcony with a view on the lagoon of Knysna and Thesen Island. A big thank you to Matthias and "the Candlewood ladies" for an unforgettable stay.

Staff are very friendly, helpfull and accomodating. Good location and lovely views. Breakfast is well set out, with a lot of viarety.

Five star experience in every way. Attention to detail, from the Easter treats at the entrance to the welcoming tea and coffee as we arrived. We cannot rave enough about our stay at Candlewood and are so grateful for everything the team did to make it so special. Very deserving of its top position in the Tripadvisor rankings.

Everything was as expected at this property and the staff were pleasant and helpful throughout. Good location in a quiet neighbourhood. The evening classical concert in the garden was a bonus and most enjoyable.

This lodge is located beautifully overlooking the lagoon. The landlord is exceptionally kind and helpful. He made dinner reservations for us. Great advice. The very best is the breakfast. Trust me, this is the best breakfast in town!!!!!

As previous reviewers have said this is a very special B&B with an extraordinary breakfast - 5 star and very inventive. I wish the breakfast was an all day affair! Very comfortable and lovely hosts. BUT you do need a car as it is a 45 minute down to the town and waterside.

We had a lovely personal welcome from our host Matthias. The accommodation is amazing. Matthias was very helpful in suggesting places to eat and where to go in the area. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was a beautifully presented feast.

A place for garden lovers as this garden depicts everything: beautiful flowers, various herbs, exotic plants, chicken and a pool. Perfect place to calm down and regenerate. The people are extremely friendly and welcoming. In addition you get the best breakfast ever. Unique recipes, everything freshly prepared with love and expertise. The rooms are bright, offer a comfortable bed, modern design and a good shower. If in Knysna, we would always go there again.

We had an incredible stay at the Candlewood Lodge. The view is amazing, and the staff were so helpful, especially Faith who made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in the door. Breakfast was very good and the room was very comfortable.