Rexford, Knysna Accommodation
Stannards Guest Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Knysna
0.6 km from Rexford, Knysna
Stannards Guest Lodge offers both bed and breakfast accommodation and self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Located in the peaceful suburb of Hunter's Home in Knysna, five minutes away from the lagoon and world-class golf courses, and... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The Greens Guest House
Guest House Accommodation in Knysna
0.7 km from Rexford, Knysna
The Greens Guest House offers guests bed and breakfast accommodation in the heart of the lush Garden Route greenery in the picturesque and popular town of Knysna. An elegant single storey architectural jewel, housing a large open plan living area... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The Beach House
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Knysna
2 km from Rexford, Knysna
The Beach House Self Catering Apartments is the original site of the Beach House Hotel which was demolished in 1974 to build this home. It has been in the Krause family since then... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Headlands House Guest Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Knysna
2 km from Rexford, Knysna
Headlands House provides bed and breakfast accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Located in the area known as The Heads, Headlands House boasts dramatic views of the sea and the Knysna Heads. Managed with uncompromising quality of service... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Beacon House
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Knysna
2.1 km from Rexford, Knysna
Beacon House is situated on the Eastern Head in Knysna, where the Indian Ocean enters the Knysna lagoon through the sandstone headlands known as The Heads. Built into the side of a steep slope, Beacon House boasts views both across the Knysna lagoon... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Oniro on Thesen
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Knysna
2.6 km from Rexford, Knysna
Oniro On Thesen offers self catering accommodation on Thesen Island in Knysna, Garden Route. Located in Thesen Islands and designed for relaxed, easy indoor/outdoor living with large veranda with uninterrupted view of Knysna lagoon and wetlands. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
B My Guest
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Knysna
2.6 km from Rexford, Knysna
B My Guest offers visitors to Knysna, Garden Route with self catering accommodation. Voted South Africa's favourite town, Knysna lies on the shores of an estuary between indigenous forests, Outeniqua mountains and a breathtaking coastline. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Inyathi Guest Lodge Self Catering
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Knysna
3.9 km from Rexford, Knysna
Inyathi Guest Lodge provides self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Our fully equipped self-catering chalets are situated in a highly convenient central location, but down a quiet side street away from the hustle and bustle... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Waves & Whales, Brenton-on-Sea
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Brenton-on-Sea
4.3 km from Rexford, Knysna
Waves & Whales is a luxury self-catering apartment in Brenton-on-Sea, Knysna. It features three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each inspired by the majestic whales of our coast. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Lagoon Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Knysna
5.4 km from Rexford, Knysna
Lagoon Lodge provides both bed and breakfast accommodation and self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. If you need a break-away to an elegant and romantic setting, we are ready to treat you and your loved one, in our brand new lodge! …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Salt River Lodge
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Knysna
5.6 km from Rexford, Knysna
Salt River Lodge offers self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Set in a supremely tranquil location, situated on the northern side of the lagoon with its natural ebb and flow of the tide. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Oyster Creek Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Knysna
6.3 km from Rexford, Knysna
Oyster Creek Lodge provides self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Knysna is situated in the heart of South Africa's famous Garden Route - between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. Oyster Creek Lodge is uniquely positioned on the tip of... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Oribaai (Oppibaai & Bydibaai)
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Buffels Bay
9.9 km from Rexford, Knysna
The Beach Cottage has 3 units available - Oribaai / Oppibaai & Bydibaai in Buffelsbaai that is located in the heart of the Garden Route, 15km from Knysna and Sedgefield. This isolated tranquil village only 200 houses allowed, has supreme safe beaches... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cliffhanger Cottage
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Knysna
12.1 km from Rexford, Knysna
Cliffhanger Cottage provides self catering chalet accommodation near Knysna, Garden Route. Situated off the Rheenendal Road in an area known as Phantom Acre, it is very private yet only 15 minutes to the centre of Knysna and a good swimming beach. This lu …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Protea Wilds Retreat
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Harkerville
18.4 km from Rexford, Knysna
Protea Wilds Retreat offers self catering accommodation on the outskirts of Harkerville in the Plettenberg Bay area, Garden Route. Safe, peaceful, stunning views, great affordability. Peace and tranquillity like you've never experienced before. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Rexford, Knysna
Rexford is a quiet residential neighbourhood on the northern side of Knysna, set among rolling hills and indigenous vegetation with easy access to the town and its famous lagoon. Its peaceful atmosphere and elevated surroundings make it a pleasant base for exploring the forests, waterways and coastal scenery of the Garden Route.
The name Rexford is of English origin, although the precise reason for its adoption in Knysna is not well documented. The name combines ‘Rex’, meaning king in Latin, with ‘ford’, referring to a river crossing. It reflects the tradition of using English names for settlements and properties during the colonial development of the southern Cape.
Rexford's greatest attraction is its proximity to Knysna's natural landscapes. The famous Knysna Forest begins not far away, offering opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and birdwatching among towering indigenous trees. The forests are part of the larger Afromontane forest system and are home to a rich variety of plants and wildlife.
Knysna Lagoon is another major drawcard. Visitors can enjoy boat cruises, kayaking and fishing, while the waterfront provides restaurants, cafés and shops overlooking the water. A trip towards the Knysna Heads is essential for first-time visitors, with spectacular viewpoints over the lagoon entrance and rugged coastline.
The area also has a fascinating history connected with timber harvesting. Knysna developed partly around the valuable indigenous forests, and the region's timber industry played an important role in its early economy. The Knysna Elephant, now an iconic symbol of the area, is also closely associated with the forests and their history.
Rexford lies in the Garden Route region, making it well positioned for exploring nearby Plettenberg Bay, Wilderness and the wider coastal and forest landscapes. Despite its proximity to Knysna's attractions, the neighbourhood retains a quieter residential character.
For travellers, Rexford offers an appealing combination of tranquillity and convenience. Its access to the lagoon, forests and town centre makes it a useful base for discovering the natural and historical attractions that have made Knysna one of the Garden Route's best-known destinations.
- The Heads, Knysna (2.21km)
- Thesen Island, Knysna (2.65km)
- Knysna (4.29km)
- Brenton-on-Sea (5.25km)
- Buffels Bay (10.71km)
- Phantom Acres (12.35km)
- Harkerville (15.79km)
- Sedgehill, Sedgefield (27.18km)
- Myoli Beach, Sedgefield (27.22km)
- Sedgefield (27.42km)
- Plettenberg Bay Area (28.24km)
- Robberg Ridge, Plettenberg Bay (28.30km)
- Plettenberg Bay (29.41km)
- Keurboomstrand (38.16km)
- The Crags (40.94km)
- Knysna Golf Club - Knysna, Garden Route (0.65km)
- Pezula Golf Club & Championship Course - Knysna, Garden Route (1.39km)
- Knysna Heads - Knysna, Garden Route (2.29km)
- Knysna Lagoon - Knysna, Garden Route (2.89km)
- Knysna National Lake Area - Knysna, Garden Route (2.99km)
- Featherbed Private Nature Reserve - Knysna, Garden Route (3.24km)
- Millwood House Museum - Knysna, Garden Route (3.75km)
- The Waterfront Knysna Quays - Knysna, Garden Route (3.83km)
- Knysna Oyster Festival - Garden Route (4.17km)
- Pledge Nature Reserve - Knysna, Garden Route (4.55km)
- Noetzie Beach - nr Knysna, Garden Route (5.02km)
- Simola Hillclimb, Knysna Speed Festival - Knysna, Garden Route (6.78km)
- Simola Golf Course - Knysna, Garden Route (7.39km)
- Prince Alfred's Pass - nr Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape (13.89km)
- Harkerville Trail - between Knysna & Plettenberg Bay (14.10km)
- Goukamma Nature Reserve - Buffels Bay, Garden Route (14.13km)
- Outeniqua Hiking Trail - Garden Route, Western Cape (14.59km)
- Garden Route Wolf Sanctuary - Harkerville, Plettenberg Bay (16.62km)
- Homtini Pass - between George & Knysna, Garden Route (19.38km)
- Groenvlei Lake (Lake Pleasant) - Sedgefield, Garden Route (20.90km)
- Knysna Elephant Park - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (22.54km)
- Plettenberg Bay Airport - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (23.16km)
- Plettenberg Bay Country Club - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (25.03km)
- Sedgefield Lagoon - Sedgefield, Garden Route (26.03km)
- The Market Square Shopping Centre - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (27.02km)
- Plettenberg Mall, Plettenberg Bay - Garden Route (27.19km)
- Robberg 5 Beach - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (27.23km)
- Plettenberg Bay Lagoon - Garden Route (27.47km)
- Lookout Beach - Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route (27.72km)
- Nelson Bay Cave - Robberg Nature Reserve, Plettenberg Bay (27.80km)
