House for sale at 11 Assegai Road
Embrace relaxed coastal living in Old Place, Knysna — estuary and Heads glimpses from a timber home with separate flatlet and entertainment area featuring braai and pizza oven.
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Nestled in the suburb of Old Place, this inviting home exudes a warmth and character that is increasingly rare to find. Set behind a manicured front lawn, this much-loved property offers comfortable family living, versatile accommodation and exceptional outdoor entertaining — all while enjoying glimpses of the magnificent Knysna Estuary and the world-famous Heads.
The welcoming main residence offers two spacious bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, creating comfort and privacy. The heart of the home includes a cosy lounge, inviting dining room and a charming country-style kitchen fitted with wooden cupboards and tiled countertops, complemented by a practical scullery. A separate office/needlework room provides the perfect work-from-home space, hobby room or creative retreat.
Adding tremendous versatility is the separate one-bedroom flatlet, ideal for visiting family and friends or as an excellent opportunity to generate additional rental income.
The extra-spacious double carport comfortably accommodates up to three vehicles, offering ample space for parking and storage.
This well-equipped home also benefits from a rental solar system, providing valuable energy support and enhanced day-to-day convenience. In addition, a water back-up system with water tanks helps ensure a consistent supply of water to the property during municipal outages — an increasingly valuable feature for peace of mind.
Constructed from American timber, this home offers a unique warmth and charm.
Outdoor living is where this property truly shines. Entertain with ease in the delightful entertainment area complete with a braai and pizza oven — the perfect setting for memorable evenings with family and friends while soaking in views toward the estuary and the iconic Knysna Heads.
Situated in the heart of beautiful Knysna, one of South Africa’s most sought-after lifestyle and tourist destinations, this property offers the perfect opportunity to embrace a relaxed coastal lifestyle — whether as your forever home, holiday escape or investment opportunity.
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Listed for sale at R2,800,000
Compared with 58 active listings in Knysna.
Insight
Priced 43% below the local median — and below the typical range for Knysna.
The lower price may partly reflect the smaller floor size. Benchmarked on town-level data where the suburb sample is limited. Premium pockets may trade above town averages — check with the agent for local guidance.
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Good value · based on 42 listings
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Market depth
58 listings
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219 days
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Active across Knysna
Insights are based on current active listings (excludes sold data) and may change. This is not a valuation or appraisal.
Old Place is a tranquil, established residential suburb in Knysna that offers residents a peaceful atmosphere, generous plot sizes, and convenient proximity to the town's central amenities and scenic lagoon views.
