A Guiding Light on Knysna’s Eastern Head

BEACON HOUSE LUXURY APARTMENT COMPLEX "A beacon never chases the ships. It just shines and they cannot resist coming closer." – Adapted from Anne Lamott Built into the slope of Knysna’s Eastern Head, Beacon House is exactly what its name promises: impossible to ignore. Just steps from Fountain Point, where the historic white beacon has long guided sailors through treacherous waters, this four-level landmark doesn’t just stand watch over the lagoon, it winks at you from across the water and dares you to flirt back. Beacon House has a presence. She is bold, unapologetically glamorous and made for those who know a single weekend will never be enough. From her decks, the view stretches from the crashing drama of the Heads to the calm sweep of the lagoon, the kind of scenery that pairs perfectly with a spicy margarita in hand or a piña colada at sunset. Inside, it only gets better. Four expansive luxury apartments fill the first and second floors, each one a study in effortless coastal living. The first-floor apartments, approximately 230 m², feature three bedrooms, two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, generous sun decks and wide-open living areas that frame the Heads like they were painted just for you. The second-floor apartments, at around 190 m², offer the same easy, flowing design but with a slightly more intimate vibe. Same views. Same wow. Just closer to the balcony where you will want to toast every sunset. And then, the showstoppers. Two double-story penthouses crown the building, each approximately 313 m², complete with four en-suite bedrooms, an upstairs living area and decks that all but float between sea and sky. From here, morning coffee becomes a ceremony and champagne at sunset isn’t optional, it’s a house rule. Outside, a walkway leads you to some of the best viewpoints on the Heads, because this building doesn’t just want you to look at the scenery, it insists you go and stand in it. Swim in the child-friendly lagoon, hunt for treasures in the rock pools or wander next door for breakfast at the water’s edge. This is life on the Eastern Head, a little wild, a little refined and completely unforgettable with the kind of views that make you forget your phone exists. Currently run as a successful self-catering rental, Beacon House is unapologetically in a league of its own. It’s a chance to own the landmark that has been quietly watching over Knysna while everybody else was looking for the view. Keep it as a thriving holiday destination or sell the individually registered sectional-title units one by one. Either way, this is the beacon everyone has been looking for. Quick Facts: - 4 luxury apartments (190–230 m² each) - 2 double-story penthouses (±313 m² each) - All units feature expansive decks with lagoon and Heads views - Each apartment offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and open-plan living areas - Penthouses offer 4 en-suite bedrooms and upper-level living areas - Individually registered sectional-title units - Operated as a successful self-catering holiday rental - Turnkey appeal for lifestyle or investment buyers - Sold fully furnished - Lift access - Ample undercover and open parking - Walking distance to lagoon beach, rock pools and East Head restaurants - 10 minutes from Knysna town and Waterfront - 36 km from Plettenberg Bay Airport - 77 km from George Airport Life Around Beacon House: - Morning walks to the historic white beacon and panoramic viewpoints - Lazy breakfasts at waterfront restaurants just steps away - Rock pool treasure hunts and lagoon swims for all ages - Guided hikes through Featherbed Nature Reserve with sea caves and fynbos trails - Seasonal whale-watching and year-round dolphin spotting - Snorkeling or diving the Paquita shipwreck for a splash of adventure - Paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing or simply cruising the lagoon by yacht or ferry - Fishing, water-skiing and windsurfing for those who like a little speed with their scenery - Birdwatching and wildlife sightings from your deck or the cliffs nearby - Sunsets so spectacular, you might actually forget to check your phone