Escape to your own private sanctuary in the heart of the Bushveld with this beautifully appointed 5-bedroom thatched holiday home, perfectly positioned within the exclusive 3 200Ha share block reserve of Monate Private Game Reserve. Owned by only forty shareholders, this low-density reserve offers privacy, conservation, and an unmatched wildlife experience.
The Home
This spacious getaway is being sold fully furnished – making it an effortless, turnkey investment.
Downstairs features:
• Four bedrooms, all with sliding doors opening onto a covered patio overlooking the pool and bushveld
• One en-suite bathroom
• Second full bathroom plus an additional guest toilet – ideal for entertaining
• A fifth single bedroom situated next to the garage
• Open-plan lounge and dining area
• Separate kitchen with ample cupboard space
• Double sliding doors leading to a covered patio with built-in braai
• Boma area and sparkling pool with breathtaking sunrise and sunset views
• Double garage with glass doors facing the pool area
• Double carport
Upstairs:
• Double-sized main bedroom
• Private balcony overlooking the river and surrounding bushveld
• Cozy lounge area – perfect for morning coffee or quiet relaxation
• Full en-suite bathroom
The seamless indoor-outdoor flow makes this home ideal for relaxed Bushveld living and entertaining.
The Reserve
Situated approximately 2km west of the charming town of Rooiberg and falling under the Thabazimbi Local Municipality, the reserve lies about two and a half hours’ drive from Tshwane (Pretoria).
Established in 1992, Monate PGR operates as a private game reserve focused on:
• Low-density residential living
• Conservation
• Recreational enjoyment
The reserve encompasses two main habitats:
• Western Sandy Bushveld
• Waterberg Mountain Bushveld
With average rainfall of approximately 600mm per year, hot summers, and cold winters, the area supports a rich sourveld ecosystem.
Water features include:
• Two large dams
• Numerous smaller pans
• Several intermittent streams
This water-rich environment supports abundant birdlife and wildlife – including hippo.
Biodiversity & Conservation
• Over 220 recorded bird species
• Nearly 70 mammal species
• Around 200 plant species
• Diverse amphibians, reptiles, and insects
Monate PGR has been an active member of the Rooiberg Bewaria since 2012, supporting environmental protection across privately owned land between Thabazimbi and Bela Bela.
The Monate Brown Hyena Project (est. 2014) focuses on research and protection of the near-threatened Brown Hyena, contributing valuable data and conservation awareness.
Wildlife monitoring is conducted using VHF collars, with plans to implement a LoRa network to further enhance conservation efforts.
In partnership with Tshwane University of Technology, Monate PGR mentors nature conservation students as part of their Work Integrated Learning programme – reinforcing the reserve’s commitment to education and sustainability.
Lifestyle & Activities
Shareholders enjoy:
• Self-drive game viewing
• Birding
• Walking and cycling (daylight hours)
• Catch-and-release fishing
• Freedom within reserve regulations
Wildlife roams freely, and encounters with species such as hippo, leopard, and venomous snakes are part of the authentic Bushveld experience.
An Exceptional Opportunity
This property offers more than just a home – it offers a share in a conservation-focused, exclusive Bushveld lifestyle where nature takes centre stage.
A fully furnished, spacious 5-bedroom retreat in a pristine private reserve at this value truly is an absolute steal.