Situated a mere 12km from Knysna on the western side of the Knysna Lagoon, this secluded holiday village plays host to uninterrupted white sandy beaches with the Goukamma Nature Reserve running alongside as the most spectacular backdrop.

Such is Brenton On Sea’s tranquillity that it acts as a playground for pods of Dolphins throughout the summer, and as a breeding ground for whales throughout the winter. Also in residence is the world-renowned and protected Brenton Blue Butterfly, one of the rarest butterflies in the World.

Acting as the custodian of Knysna’s official beach, Brenton On Sea is ever popular with both locals and visitors for swimming, strolling, jogging or walking the dog along the 5km stretch which is encompassed by the towering sand dunes covered with beautiful indigenous fynbos all the way down to Buffalo Bay, another Garden Route landmark renowned for swimming, sunbathing and of course surfing.

Also finding a temporary home in Brenton On Sea is the ever growing band of paraglidists, who on a regular basis jump from the cliff tops and the peaks of the sand dunes only to seek that soft landing on the beach below, as well as the hardy fishermen who have made Castle Rock a fishing haven.

If you’re still not sure as to why Brenton On Sea is for you, then pack that picnic basket and experience a sunset there – if that doesn’t do it, nothing else will!