A Landmark Hotel Estate With Wildlife, Cinema & 19 Development Plots

An architectural masterpiece. A wildlife sanctuary. A fully developed hospitality estate.

Set within the secure and serene landscape of Elandsfontein 352 JR, this extraordinary property is a rare convergence of luxury, scale, infrastructure, and untapped development potential. Comprising an operational boutique hotel, entertainment and conference facilities, multiple residences, pristine savanna, mountain terrain, and 19 additional plots — all included in one acquisition — this is not merely a property. It is a landmark estate.

Total Land Size: 1,826,188 hectares

Zoning: Agricultural / Tourism

A Grand Arrival

From the moment one enters through the private estate gates and travels along the tarred approach road, the tone is set: refined, exclusive, unforgettable.

Rare antique hand-carved wooden doors open into a stately lobby where craftsmanship, texture, and proportion create immediate impact. The coffee bar, reception lounge, and curated decorative elements speak to global influence and timeless elegance.

Every finish has been selected with intention. Every space carries presence.

Boutique Hotel & Entertainment Pavilion

Refined Hospitality

10 luxury guest suites, each with elegant en-suite bathrooms

Reception lounge with integrated coffee bar

Fully equipped bar and lounge with professional wine cellar

Off-sales liquor licence

Restaurant with chef’s kitchen — formerly home to one of South Africa’s Top 10 fine-dining establishments

Extensive wine storage facilities that previously housed an internationally recognised collection

Dedicated art gallery space

The culinary and wine infrastructure alone positions this estate as a destination venue of remarkable calibre.

Private Leisure & Corporate Infrastructure

16-seater private cinema

Multiple conference venues and executive office suites

Clubhouse and entertainment areas

Resort-style swimming pool

Extensive storage and back-of-house operational areas

19 covered parking bays plus additional on-site parking

Complete Self-Sufficiency

Model C150 136 kVA generator ensuring uninterrupted operation

Four fully equipped boreholes delivering independent water supply

Comprehensive irrigation system

Professionally landscaped gardens with a licensed cycad collection

Staff accommodation

This is a hospitality estate designed for continuity, resilience, and scale.

The Estate Residences & Development Parcels

Beyond the hotel complex lies a rare expansion portfolio: 19 additional plots, each incorporated into the purchase price.

Lot 2 – The Lana Thai Master Residence (9,0124 HA)

An architectural statement inspired by Indochine elegance.

This four-bedroom en-suite residence blends Eastern artistry with African landscape. Jim Thompson silk wall coverings, curated interior gardens, koi ponds, authentic Thai temple structures, and Oriental statuary create an atmosphere of quiet opulence.

Features include:

Designer kitchen with Gaggenau appliances

Formal dining with interior garden

Multiple seasonal lounges

Gymnasium

Executive study

Extensive library space previously housing over 7,000 volumes

Wine cellar for a 2,000-bottle collection

Five garages

Automated irrigation and borehole

Two additional fully equipped staff residences with garages and swimming pool complete this enclave.

Elevated Mountain Parcels – Lots 3 & 4

Expansive mountain-to-valley terrain offering panoramic views across the estate and beyond.

Cemented access roads to elevated viewpoints

Existing structural foundations and dwellings ready for redevelopment

Borehole infrastructure

These parcels present exceptional opportunity for luxury villas, eco-lodges, or private residences positioned against dramatic skyline backdrops.

Pristine Wildlife Savanna – Lots 5, 8, 9 & 16

Untouched indigenous landscape bordered by seasonal rivers and earth dams — natural gathering points for zebra, waterbuck, black wildebeest, and impala.

Sweeping grasslands, mature trees, and tranquil water features create a safari-like setting without sacrificing accessibility to Gauteng’s urban nodes.

This is land that offers atmosphere, movement, and ecological beauty.

Residential & Expansion Nodes – Lots 6, 13, 14 & 15

A collection of developed homes, apartments, rondavel foundations, cottages, and infrastructure-ready parcels providing immediate functionality and long-term development scope.

Highlights include:

Multi-apartment family residence with panoramic verandas and swimming pool

Large family home with outbuildings and fitted borehole

Labourer’s cottages and staff accommodation

Secure perimeter walls and electronic access gates

Boreholes across multiple sites

These properties allow for staff housing, guest overflow, rental income, or phased luxury lodge expansion.

A Rare Convergence of Scale and Sophistication

This estate offers:

Operational boutique hotel infrastructure

Established restaurant and liquor licensing

Conference and cinema facilities

Wildlife-rich natural landscape

Mountain and valley topography

Independent utilities and water security

19 additional plots included in the acquisition

Agricultural and tourism zoning flexibility

Few properties combine architectural artistry, operational readiness, land banking scale, ecological presence, and expansion capacity within one secure estate.

An Icon in the Making

Whether envisioned as:

A flagship luxury retreat

An ultra-private residence with hospitality arm

A corporate leadership campus

A wellness or destination resort

A generational investment portfolio

This estate stands ready.

It is bold.

It is refined.

It is expansive.

And it is undeniably a showstopper.