Umoya Haven

SHOW HOUSE viewing STRICTLY by appointment. "Wake with the sea, dine in the garden and let the spirit of Umoya guide your days. A life shaped by nature, anchored by elegance." At Umoya Haven, the name says it all. Umoya, meaning "wind" or "spirit" in isiXhosa, captures both the stillness and quiet movement that define life here. Set within the exclusive Pezula Private Estate on Knysna’s Eastern Head, this timeless home rises from its terraced garden like a country manor transported to the coast. Its solid stone façade, gabled rooftops and generous verandahs evoke the elegance of a classic English estate, yet the sea views and rustle of indigenous greenery place you unmistakably in the Southern Cape. Surrounded by a lush garden and open views of sea and sky, Umoya Haven offers a sense of quiet confidence in its setting — grounded, graceful and distinctly private. Step inside, and the sense of calm deepens. Glass double doors open to reveal a striking feature wall in turquoise blue, a bold, confident note that anchors the entrance and draws the eye further in. Natural textures and soft light fill the space, where polished floors meet high, exposed-beam ceilings and every detail feels carefully considered. The interior unfolds with quiet elegance, offering layered spaces that balance openness with intimacy. Designed around a connection to nature, the living spaces open seamlessly to both a front terrace with ocean views and a serene inner courtyard. Here, a cascading water feature brings gentle sound and movement to a protected outdoor lounge and dining area, complete with a built-in braai. Protected from the breeze yet open to the day, it is ideal for long, lazy lunches, evening braais and quiet moments surrounded by nature’s texture and sound. The soft murmur of water continues around the house, with a second feature flowing into the pool, inviting moments of pause, barefoot afternoons and long, golden evenings that stretch into the landscape. At the heart of the home, the living room invites easy conversation and quiet contemplation, its double-volume glass façade capturing shifting skies, glimpses of the ocean and the green sweep of the garden beyond. From here, the flow is effortless: the dining room extends towards the terrace, framed by a striking turquoise ceiling embedded with soft, star-like lights, a subtle echo of the night sky. Large doors open outward, blurring the boundaries between inside and out, where garden paths and coastal air call you further. Adjoining the dining space, the kitchen carries the same spirit of openness and connection. A sleek bar counter and informal seating encourage gatherings both large and small, while a discreet wine room provides the perfect place to store a curated collection. With direct access to the protected inner courtyard, this kitchen is designed both for function and living, spaces that invite you to linger, gather and savour the rhythm of everyday life. The master suite occupies its own private wing upstairs, where light spills through tall windows and glass doors open onto a deep verandah with sweeping views across the estate to the sea. Soft morning light and the whisper of the breeze set the rhythm for the day. A spacious dressing area and a bold, artful bathroom, where sculptural forms, turquoise walls and a starlit ceiling meet, offer a luxurious retreat designed to elevate daily rituals. Across the upper level, two further en-suite bedrooms each enjoy their own balconies, framed by views of the gardens and natural landscape beyond. A fourth bedroom, currently curated as a study, offers flexibility for work or additional accommodation. Completing the accommodation is a separate fifth en-suite bedroom situated just outside the main house. A private guest suite with its own entrance and a fully equipped kitchenette, offering visiting family or friends an added layer of comfort and independence. Downstairs, a quiet TV lounge provides an intimate space to gather away from the main living areas, ideal for relaxed evenings or private moments. Beyond the interiors, the outdoor spaces at Umoya Haven invite you to slow down and breathe in the landscape. The front terrace leads to a stone-edged swimming pool, where the horizon melts into the ocean beyond. A timber sun deck, shaded by umbrellas, offers a private escape for afternoons spent stretched out under the African sky. Throughout every corner of this home, the feeling remains the same: effortless, grounded, expansive. At Umoya Haven, the spirit of the place runs deeper than its walls, it is a home shaped by the elements, where the rhythms of wind, sea and sky are ever-present, offering a way of life that is both restorative and quietly extraordinary. For a more detailed look at Umoya Haven and all it offers, please enquire to receive the full property brochure.