Castle On The Heads

Off the N2 above Knysna's eastern Heads, Castle On The Heads occupies one of the Garden Route's most coveted vantage points, with direct sight lines across the lagoon entrance and the Indian Ocean beyond.

The property leans into its coastal setting: canoeing, snorkeling, diving, and fishing are all on offer, with beach loungers and a sun deck for quieter days. An outdoor pool faces the view, and BBQ facilities make evening meals a practical option alongside room service. Electric blankets address the southeaster nights that catch first-time visitors off guard.

Knysna's town centre and the Waterfront restaurants sit roughly ten minutes by car; the Heads nature walk begins at the gate. With a 9.2 guest rating across 199 reviews, repeat visitors cite the panorama as the feature no photograph quite captures.