Beautifully appointed rooms with fantastic lagoon views. Our host Marisa could not have been more helpful or friendly. She organised bookings for restaurants/golf and gave us local advice etc. We enjoyed her sense of humour and warm friendly disposition. My only regret was that I could only stay 2 nights but I look forward to a return visit.

My wife and I had a delightful stay at Isola Bella. Our room was excellent and the host was friendly, obliging and yet managed to keep the perfect distance so that we still had our privacy. The only thing that spoilt our stay was when my wife became alarmed and alerted me to someone shouting at the host. She was... More

We thought the house was stunning and it's hard to imagine how the position, looking across the lagoon to the Heads, could be much better. Our room was beautifully designed and next to the small, pleasant lounge and balcony where we had a superb breakfast (and a relaxing glass of wine in the evening). Marisa, the owner, is a delightful... More

The stay at Isola Bella was fantastic. I was there along with 4 other friends and we had a great time. The rooms were clean, had a great view and the staff was extremely friendly. It is on Leisure Isle so it was very quiet day and night. What really made the difference is Merissa, the owner of the guest... More

It has only been a week and I can't forget about the Leisure Isle and Isola Bella. It is very far away from Colorado but I am already trying to figure out a way to get back. Marissa treats you like family and has created a cozy and lovely little spot from which to watch the tide come in the... More

We loved staying in Marisa's delightful home, overlooking the lagoon and the Heads. Marisa's hospitality is first class, a perfect place to stay, enjoy and relax.

We had a beautiful stay at Marisa's guest house last year. Have made an unplanned stop at Knysna as another pre booked venue on route had failed to meet our expectations we turned up on Marisa's door stop completely unannounced with no booking. The housekeeper quickly contacted Marisa who was out at the time and we were offered our complete... More

What a lovely place! Isola Bella is superbly situated on the tranquil Leisure Isle and so inviting and hospitable we could have stayed on for months! Marisa really made us feel comfortable and at home with her warm, relaxed atmosphere and generous Italian spirit. We didn't feel like guests, but like old friends which we really appreciated. The guesthouse is... More

We would like to thank Marise for the wonderful stay at her Isola Bella. The rooms were perfectly appointed, staff friendly, maginficant breakfast whilst looking over the heads...nice walks on the island, quiete, calm, simply spectacular! Ian Cloete