Property Details
Own your own 21,4 ha private game lodge or perfect private hide-away within the 1 200 ha Ndlovumzi Nature Reserve close to Hoedspruit - bordering the Olifants River.
The lodge is in the center of this wonderful reserve and is built within an enclosed 2,7 ha section protected by a 2 km electrical fence. Improvements comprise of accommodation, a restaurant with approximately a 50-person seating capacity, a lapa and cigar bar, a pool area, an office, and staff facilities.
The lodge is close to Kruger Park - respectively 88 km to Orpen Gate and 102 km to Phalaborwa Gate. It was built over 30 years ago by a world-renowned sculptor whose influence can be seen throughout the property. The campsite has recently been revamped – including the rethatching of all 21 buildings' roofs (1 367 sqm.) and the redecoration of the restaurant. The owner has just completed a helicopter landing pad. The lodge is located in an area where many high-net-worth individuals have invested in property. This specific property is however considered as the” jewel” regarding its location and beauty. One is really struck by the unique wildlife beauty that this one-of-a-kind opportunity offers in the African Bushveld.
Nature Reserve:
The nature reserve has Waterbuck, Kudu, Nyala, Impala, Zebra, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Bushbuck, Duiker, Wild Dogs, and other small animal species. Numerous bird species abound for the avid birder and nocturnal species including the civet cat, Genet, Porcupine, Aardvark, and the allusive Caracal. The curiosity of the Giraffes often entices them to look in on the guests. The reserve is categorized as a Savannah biome and along the Olifants River boundary, there are very large Sycamore Fig, Jackal Berry, and Tamboti trees. These provide a haven for bird life while casting welcome shade during the warm summer months. The central and southern part of the reserve is hilly and has numerous Acacia trees, Marula trees and the iconic Leadwood tree.
Guest Accommodation:
• 4 one-bedroom en-suite guest cottages (287 sq.m)
• 2 double-story self-catering houses that accommodate 6 people each (280 sq.m)
• single story, en-suite, family self-catering unit that sleeps 3 people (70 sq.m).
Other Improvements:
• Lapa (dining room) with ablution facilities, cigar bar and buffet area (264 sq.m)
• Newly build church/conference facility (64 sq.m)
• Closed Kitchen (43 sq.m)
• Open Kitchen (46 sq.m)
• Cocktail Bar (23 sq.m)
• Fireplace with braai, pizza oven & potjiekos area (105 sq.m)
• Office – fully equipped (39 sq.m)
• Rock Swimming Pool – 45 000l (new pumps & filter)
• Laundry Room/ Liquor Store & Tool Room (36 sq.m)
• Double Garage (56 sq.m)
• Water Tank Toolshed (11 sq.m)
• Helicopter Landing Site
• 5 Wendy Houses / Storerooms
• 2 Staff Cottages (46 sq.m)
• Staff Ablution facility (18 sq.m)
• Staff Kitchen & Water Tank (12 sq.m)
Water:
• Property has 2 boreholes of which one is in use and pumps approximately 8 500 l per hour.
• The fenced area around the lodge is under irrigation.
• 2 Dams within the fenced area
• Water Sprinkler System covers 1,7 ha
Power & Communication:
• 3 Phase Eskom Power
• Wi-Fi, Cell Tower, Inverters & Boosters