Eastern head view point and west head view point are local landmarks, and the areas natural beauty can be seen at garden route national park and thesen island. It consists of three bedrooms two with queen sized beds and one with a king sized bed, three bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen including a microwave oven, washing machine, tumble. One of them was the old boat shed on the edge of the knysna lagoon, where boats were once built. Thesen harbour town in knysna, at the heart of south africas lovely garden route, is the commercial part of a residential group of islands threaded with swimming and boating canals and lined by cape codstyle homes. Thesen island edgewater loft situated in thesen island district of knysna, thesen island edgewater loft apartment is 30 km from plettenberg bay airport. Our distinctive breakfasts and lunches, authentic breads and creative patisserie are testimony to our belief that life is endlessly delicious, abundant, and full of.
We invite you to experience this unique island holiday in knysna for yourself in one of the stylishly decorated holiday homes, villas and apartments that are available. A brief history of knysna from 1770 to 1890 the heritage portal. This secure estate is situated on an awardwinning blue flag marina in the heart of knysna, which remains one of the garden routes favourite destinations for its natural vistas, and its abundance of topnotch wining, dining and shopping. Thesen island things to do browse our directory of things to do in thesen island. The timber merchants knysna museums museums and history in. Its one of the few units that is situated on a private beach. Thesen island is a great choice for travelers interested in boating, tranquillity and seafood. Lazy island thesen island knysna selfcatering accommodation. Easy online booking at 83 accommodation options in thesen islands.
Knysna heads oyster experience in thesen island, garden route. With direct access to a patio, the venue consists of. Choose an accommodation type such as bed and breakfast, guest house, holiday home, self catering or hotel. If you prefer a more sedate holiday, there are two spas, a beauty salon, and a fitness centre available all within walking distance to your accommodation. Charles wilhelm thesen 14 november 1856 1 february 1940 was a norwegianborn south african shipowner and timber merchant who played a leading role in the public affairs of the south african town of knysna.
Waterways is situated on thesens island, in the quaint town of knysna, along the garden route. But the passengers and crew made it to dyer island, from where they were eventually transported to the mainland in boats rowed by local fishermen. Thesen islands living, based in harbour town is a niche agency specializing in thesen island property. Thesen island has many small shops, cottages and bistros. Dont forget that we also list all the popular knysna hotels. But the passengers and crew made it to dyer island, from where they were. A brief history of knysna from 1770 to 1890 the heritage. Thesen island romance in knysna has accommodations with free wifi 5 miles from knysna the heads 5 miles from knysna forest and 2. Things to do near thesen islands lodges on tripadvisor.
Thesen islands make safe, tranquil suburban living a reality in a world of urbanisation, hustle and bustle. I have used time machine on thesen island once or twice in the past and found them to be pretty pricey but not a total rip, that was until today, my wife took in two clocks, one a swiss made clock for repair which was quoted for and the other a brass wind up purchased from time machine a few years back which was working but lost a couple of minutes a day. Thesen island accommodation thesen island villas, knysna. Also in early 1870, arnt and matheus thesen and their families arrived to settle in knysna. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page.
Oct 30, 2015 a brief history of knysna from 1770 to 1890. Linkedin share button tweet widget share on facebook. We are a boutique rental agency specialising in holiday accommodation on thesen islands. Many of the houses are located directly on a canal and are directly accessed by the guests by boat during the holiday season.
On the estate, there are tennis courts, squash courts, walking paths, a maze, birdhide, private beach, outdoor gym, park, putting green and more. Thesen harbour town, commercial village and business hub. Leeward waterway on thesen islands thesen island self. Knysna history and charm at the lofts boutique hotel. The main harbour town of thesen island is a mere 5 minute stroll from waterside house. Thesen islands accommodation 83 places to stay in thesen. The nearest airport is plettenberg bay airport, 21 miles from the accommodation. You will see some surprising things, i promise you. Private property has 41 houses, apartments, complexes, farms, land for sale in thesen islands. History thesen islands is steeped in the history of the southern cape. It is situated in the midst of the tranquil waters of one of the richest ecological estuaries in south africa home to the rare and endangered knysna sea horse, hippocampus capensis. Located in knysna, thesen islands lodges is on the waterfront. Thesen island villa offering a private pool, thesen island villa is located 20 minutes drive from linsay castle by noetzie beach.
This villa is situated on thesen islands marina in knysna which is a private estate with a gated entrance and 24 hour access control. Thesen island romance offers comfortable self catering accommodation in knysna. Come and enjoy exclusive thesen islands accommodation on this award winning marina development in the heart of south africas lovely garden route in the famous knysna lagoon. The thesens settled in the picturesque town of knysna, surrounded by indigenous forests, where they started a timber trading company. This is particularly fitting as knysna has an important maritime history, as well as a. Thesen islands is a premier venue for holidays and fine living on the sunny shores of the indian ocean. Thesen island romance thesen island knysna, western cape. The largest selection of apartments, flats, farms, repossessed property, private property and houses for sale in thesen island by estate agents. P108 guesthouse thesens island knysna thesen island. Taliesin, thesen island, knysna, south africa a luxury six bedroom house situated on a small island in the beautiful garden route. Gantry house s16 is located on thesen island in knysna south africa and available for short stays on airbnb. If you are wanting to find some fun right outside your door then look no further. With limited availability of thesen islands properties for lease, this family home is made available as a vacation home to provide families with luxury selfcatering vacation accommodation in knysna, south africa during december january each year.
Thesen island romance this neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in boating, tranquillity and seafood check location thesen island, thesen island, 6570 knysna, south africa this neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in boating, tranquillity and seafood check location great location show map. Thesen harbour town thesen harbour town is the commercial village of thesen islands, a mere tenminute stroll from the residential area. Thesen island accommodation browse online for your thesen island self catering, bed and breakfast accommodation thesen island budget family holiday accommodation. Thesen islands villa located in thesen island district, thesen islands villa provides guests with a kitchen with a microwave, an electric kettle, a toaster and kitchenware. Plantation manor had the very best local architects, engineers, builders and interior decorators used. Thesen islands destinations holiday rental accommodation offers villas ranging in size from 2 bedroom, to 6 bedroom in size. Time machine knysna jewellery and repairs phone 044. We also have some great special accommodation deals in thesen island south africa.
In 1875, arnt leonard passed away, and his son, charles wilhelm 14 november 1856 1 february 1940, joined the business. View photos, virtual tours and detailed property descriptions. It was refurbished to form the lofts boutique hotel while retaining its original timber frame, high ceilings and historic character. I am here to show you what a fun place thesen island is and what amazing activities the island offers. Thesen islands knysna destinations holiday accommodation. Taliesin is luxury accommodation in the garden route of south africa. Thesen islands destinations holiday accommodation knysna. Thesen island romance idp espresso thesen island romance idp espresso offers selfcatering accommodation with a balcony and free wifi venue provides good lodging for 2 guests in knysna. The knysna heads oyster experience involves a cruise from thesen island harbour and out over the main lagoon to the knysna heads. The heads, although impressive are dangerous to pass through and therefore make knysna one of the most dangerous ports in the world.
We last left off at 34 degrees south which was stop number 2 of 5. Aug 31, 2011 the thesen family moved from norway to knysna in 1870 and founded numerous business entities in the town, and in 1904 charles william thesen bought paarden island now named thesen islands and began processing timber on the islands in 1922. Garden route south africa book a charter now with skipper johann at jjs fishing charters 0845607254. Set in the knysna lagoon amidst natural beauty, you get to enjoy the laid back island lifestyle thesen islands is renowned for. In 1922 he established a timber processing plant on the island, which soon became known as thesen island. Posted in uncategorized tagged knysna history, knysna stories, thesen island history, turbine hotel history post navigation. Knysna national lake area is 10 miles from thesen island romance, while knysna waterfront is a 12minute walk away.
Gantry house on thesen island, knysna, western cape. Wood waste from the timber mill was subsequently used to start a power station which generated. The brothers arnt leonard and mathias thesen arrived in knysna from norway. Find thesen islands holiday accommodation for all tastes and budgets, with. Thesen islands was developed to provide residents with a unique lifestyle. It lies 34 degrees south of the equator, and is 55 kilometres east from the city of george on the n2 highway, and 33 kilometres west of the town of plettenberg bay on. Dec 10, 2017 the history of knysna municipality of knysna. You are also spoilt for choice with all the clothing shops, jewellers, artists, a hairdresser and so much more around and about thesen island harbour town. Colonial history of knysna 17701890 part 4 love knysna. About us living, working and playing on the island have turned power duo archan and vanita benjamin into the ultimate guides to thesen living. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. Set in the knysna lagoon, thesen islands offer holiday accommodation in a naturally safe, secure and relaxed vacation destination amidst spectacular beauty.
It is located on thesen island, a small private island in knysna lagoon. Expect a warm welcome and a feast for all the senses. There is a wellequipped kitchen, a fourseater dining table and a lounge with dstv. Restaurants near thesen islands lodges, knysna on tripadvisor. P31 thesen island, off long street, knysna, 6570, western cape. Many of the old buildings on thesen island were repurposed. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. Thesen island romance this neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in boating, tranquillity and seafood check location thesen island, thesen island, 6570 knysna, south africa this neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in boating, tranquillity and seafood check location great location show map. Thesen island was the site of a timber processing plant for more than eighty years. The history of knysna the khoikhoi people people or real people or khoi, are a historical division of the khoisan ethnic group, the native people of southwestern africa, closely related to the bushmen or san, as the khoikhoi called them. Apartment thesen island romance, knysna, south africa. The unit has two bedrooms and two ensuite bathrooms. A brief history of knysna from 1770 to 1890 heritage portal. Set in the knysna lagoon, thesen islands offer holiday accommodation in a naturally safe, secure and.
Knysna history and charm at the lofts boutique hotel in africa. Knysna history and charm at the lofts boutique hotel in. Ebbtide loft on thesen island self catering accommodation in thesen islands secure online payment. The island was later renamed thesen island, after him and his family. Knysna quays and knysna golf club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the areas natural beauty can explore garden route national park and thesen island. Thesen island travel guide with detailed information about thesen island. For more information, visit the lofts boutique hotel or book here. Thesen island villas offers a selection of luxury selfcatering 3 bedroom homes, within the secure and relaxed vacation destination of the thesen islands marina development. After several coastal cargo voyages, the thesen family settled in knysna. In 1922 the thesen s sawmill and boat building factory were moved to the island and it became known as thesen island. From studio apartments to holiday villas on a secure island estate in the knysna lagoon within walking distance of the.
My name is tbear and i have joined thesen lifestyle. Cant imagine theres a better place to stay in knysna. Thesen islands destinations offers you luxury, selfcatering holiday rentals on thesen islands in knysna situated in the heart of the spectacular garden route. Located in knysna, thesen islands holiday house is near the beach. Charles wilhelm thesen 14 november 1856 1 february 1940 was a norwegianborn south. The canoes were great and allowed us to explore the area from a different perspective and the jacuzzi was an added bonus. It is within an easy 10 minutes walk to the scenic waterfront and town centre of knysna. It is a six bedroom house that sleeps 12 adults in luxury.
Thesen island is a beautiful, secure estate made up of many islands. Where the residential area is only accessible by residents and their visitors through the 247 security gate, thesen harbour town is open to all, and easily accessible via the causeway linking thesen islands with the mainland. In 1904 his son charles wilhelm thesen bought paarden island, located in the knysna river estuary. Knysna accommodation, accommodation in knysna holiday homes family holiday house in knysna garden route knysna, thesen island knysna. Book the thesen islands holiday house in knysna and collect 1 free night for every 10 you book with. To book your spot at this one of a kind knysna accommodation, and be a part of its rich history. Architecture masterpiece book launches at thesen island knysna. He was actively involved in the timber and shipbuilding industry of the region, and acquired paarden island in the knysna lagoon, on which he built a sawmill and shipyard. By the early 1870s knysna had 25 settler dwellings with a population of 200. Legend has it that the san or bushmen were the earliest inhabitants of the island. John beach house q2 january 2017 the beach house is in a brilliant location on thesen island.
With 62 listings in thesen island, our handy thesen island map search and great low prices, its easy to book the perfect holiday accommodation for your thesen island visit. Being fully equipped for self catering, all of our luxury rental accommodation allows for one to spend a quiet evening in, but the close proximity to award winning restaurants in thesen islands harbour town, and knysna itself, offering breakfasts, lunches and dinners. The top 10 things to do near thesen islands lodges, knysna. Thesen island romance in thesen island, garden route. All the old machinery which was used in this power station has been lovingly restored and forms an integral part of the hotels aesthetics. The 10 best restaurants near thesen islands lodges, knysna.
Canoe from lazy island into the vast open knysna lagoon, paddle to featherbed bay, or moor at the bustling harbour town. Waterside house on thesen island knysna accommodation. Thesen island accommodation 19 unique places to stay. May 30, 2010 thesen island, knysna, south africa to knysna heads by boat across knysna lagoon.
Designed to resemble the interior of a sailing vessel. Its ideally located about 500 meters from the restaurants on the island. Once a single island holding a sawmill that supplied the paper industry, thesen islands has since, to great environmental acclaim, been successfully rehabilitated and. Thesen island romance is a property for self catering in thesen island for up to 2 guests visiting the garden route region about thesen island romance. George rex eventually owned all the farms encircling the knysna estuary, and. Alien worm jjs charters thesen island, knysna lagoon. History of thesen islands, knysna, garden route, south africa. Restuarants, tapas bar and coffee shops are with in walking distance. From letters in the old letter press books of the 1890s and early 1900s now in the.
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