Simola Golf and Country Estate, KnysnaSouth African Garden Route, Cape Town, South Africa
About This Property
Simola Golf & Country Estate is a five-star luxury hotel, golf and country estate situated high in the hills above Knysna, overlooking the Knysna River, lagoon, Knysna Heads and surrounding forests. It is less than 7 km from Knysna town, making it a very convenient base for exploring the Garden Route.
The hotel has 40 luxury suites accommodating up to 160 guests. The accommodation is designed in separate private blocks away from the main communal areas, giving the property a peaceful and spacious feel. Options include Standard Rooms, 120 m² Luxury Suites and impressive 145 m² two-bedroom Executive Suites. The larger suites have fully equipped kitchens, open-plan living and dining areas, private patios and gas braais.
The main attraction is the 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, the first course in Africa designed by Jack Nicklaus himself. It is an exceptionally scenic course, with sweeping views across the Knysna River, lagoon, forests and mountains. The clubhouse has changing rooms, a pro shop, golf-cart hire, a members’ lounge and a halfway house.
For relaxation, Simola has a full-service spa and gym, together with indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The spa includes a heated indoor pool, sauna, sensation shower, Rasul chamber, relaxation facilities and treatment rooms.
Dining is centred around Lungalo Restaurant and the Sir Roy Lounge, with the clubhouse also offering a bistro-style dining area and bar overlooking the golf course and Knysna Heads.
The estate also offers extensive leisure and event facilities, including a children’s playground, conference facilities, wedding venues and the Simola River Club on the Knysna River, with decks and braai facilities.
Simola is particularly well suited to golfers, couples, families and travellers looking for a luxurious Garden Route base with extensive resort facilities. Its elevated position and panoramic views are one of its biggest advantages, while its proximity to Knysna makes it easy to combine with the lagoon, forests, beaches and other Garden Route attractions.
Amenities
18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
Award-winning Simola Spa. 22-meter heated indoor swimming pool.
Simola River Club on the Knysna River. River Club decks and braai facilities.
Access to surrounding indigenous forest and nature.
Spectacular views over the Knysna River, lagoon, Knysna Heads and Outeniqua Mountains.
The standout facilities are the Jack Nicklaus golf course, excellent spa with heated indoor pool, gym, outdoor pool and the riverside Simola River Club.
Location: South African Garden Route, Cape Town
The Garden Route is one of South Africa’s most scenic self-drive and touring regions, stretching along the southern coastline of the Western and Eastern Cape. The classic route runs from around Mossel Bay through George, Wilderness, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay to Storms River and Tsitsikamma, with Oudtshoorn and the Klein Karoo providing an excellent inland […]
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