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Escape to immersive bushveld living and nightly wildlife encounters in Shona Langa Private Nature Reserve, featuring a treehouse viewing deck and large entertainment patio with heated splash pool.
PROPERTY OVERVIEW
* Exclusive full-title luxury bushveld estate
* 1.150-hectare developed stand
* ±600m2 total developed area under roof
* Located within the Shona Langa Private Nature Reserve (±2,000ha)
* Optional fully furnished sale available
REGISTRATION DETAILS
* Registered in a VAT-registered company (share purchase option available)
* Buyer can choose to:
* Purchase 100% of the company shares (resulting in significant transfer duty savings), or
* Transfer the property into their own entity
* Price: R5.95 million (VAT inclusive, no transfer duty applicable)
MAIN HOUSE (±300m2 + ±100m2 Covered Patio)
* Spacious modern open-plan design
* Integrated lounge, dining and kitchen living area
* 2 large air-conditioned en-suite bedrooms
* 3 bathrooms in total (including a guest bathroom)
Kitchen Features:
* Gas and electric combination stove
* Walk-in pantry
* Separate scullery/laundry
* Storeroom
* Folding aluminium doors opening onto the entertainment area
* Semi off-grid solar system with battery backup
ENTERTAINMENT AREA (±100m2 Covered Patio)
* Large covered patio for year-round use
* Built-in braai
* Built-in pizza oven
* Heated splash pool
* Large built-in boma with firepit seating
* Seamless indoor-outdoor bushveld living design
GUEST ACCOMMODATION
Guest Chalet 1 (±80m2)
* 1 bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower and basin)
* Separate toilet for added privacy
* Spacious kitchenette with built-in shelving
* Additional sleeping space (single bed or couch)
* Covered patio with firepit
* Large aluminium doors opening onto the bushveld
Guest Chalet 2 (±120m2)
* Sleeps up to 6 people
* 2 large en-suite bedrooms (mirror layout)
* Each room includes:
* King-size bed
* Three-quarter bed or couch
* Shared kitchen, dining and lounge area
* Built-in bar and shelving
* Large fridge included
* Covered patio with braai
* Outdoor firepit, perfect for stargazing
WATER AND UTILITIES
* Multiple boreholes supply clean water to all homes
* The seasonal Rietspruit flows through the reserve
* Wetlands and earth dams throughout the reserve
* Solar system with battery backup (semi off-grid)
* Gas and electric cooking systems
* Load-shedding-ready infrastructure
TREEHOUSE VIEWING DECK
* Elevated stilted structure
* Comfortably seats 10–12 people
* Overlooks the bushveld, waterhole and wildlife activity
* Perfect for sundowners and stargazing
* Excellent game and bird-viewing opportunities
INVESTMENT AND INCOME POTENTIAL
* Highly sought-after Airbnb and short-term rental destination
* Multiple income streams possible through:
* Main house rentals
* Two independent guest accommodation units
* Ideal for a luxury bush lodge concept or private retreat business
* Strong occupancy demand within the Shona Langa area
* Can operate as:
* Private family bush retreat
* Holiday rental investment property
* Boutique lodge-style business
* Optional fully furnished sale allows for immediate rental operation
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
* Paved walkways between buildings
* Natural crushed-stone landscaping
* Private firepit areas at each unit
* Treehouse entertainment deck
* Ideal for Airbnb or lodge-style income generation
* Property can operate largely independently
ROADS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
* Well-maintained internal road network
* Several kilometres of drivable bush roads
* Clearly marked road signage throughout the reserve
* Maintained by estate ground staff
* Easy access to all areas of the property
SECURITY AND ACCESS CONTROL
* Electrified game-fenced perimeter (Nature Conservation standard)
* 24/7 manned main gate security
* Strict controlled access for owners, family members and registered guests only
* Daily internal patrols, including horseback patrols
* Emergency response system linked to all homes
* Exceptional estate security within a natural bushveld environment
NATURE RESERVE AND WILDLIFE
* Home to approximately 29 game species
* More than 140 bird species recorded
* Wildlife includes:
* Impala
* Kudu
* Warthog
* Bushbuck
* Duiker
* Steenbok
* Caracal
* Genet
* Honey badger
* Porcupine
* Bushpig and more
* Exceptional nocturnal wildlife activity
* Wildlife roams freely throughout the reserve
* Owner-involved wildlife management system
ACTIVITIES
* Game drives
* Bush walks
* Cycling routes
* Bird watching
* Horseback safaris
* Fishing
* Nature photography
FLORA (INDIGENOUS BUSHVELD VEGETATION)
* Rich biodiversity of indigenous trees and grasses
* Species include:
* Wild olive
* Karee
* Tamboti
* Buffalo thorn
* Silver terminalia
* Bushwillows
* Acacias
* Wild gardenia
* Fever berry
* Various aloe species
* Trees are labelled and identified throughout the reserve
* Natural ecosystem supporting abundant wildlife and scenic beauty
LOCALITY
* Located on the edge of the Springbok Flats
* Near the Mabula Big 5 Game Reserve
* Approximately 160km north-northwest of Pretoria
* Approximately 90 minutes’ drive from Pretoria
* Approximately 30 minutes from the Mabula and Mabalingwe Big 5 Reserves
* Excellent Big 5 game-viewing opportunities in surrounding reserves
* Ideal as a bushveld weekend retreat or lifestyle estate
OVERALL IMPRESSION
An exceptional private luxury bushveld estate designed for:
* Peace, privacy and exclusivity
* Immersive wildlife experiences
* High-end entertaining and relaxed bushveld living
* Strong investment and rental income potential
A rare opportunity to own a beautifully developed bushveld retreat within one of the Waterberg region’s most sought-after private nature reserves.
Listed for sale at R5,995,000
How does this home’s price compare with similar properties?
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Priced 122% above the local median - and above the typical range in Bela Bela Central.
Compared with 23 5+ bed active listings in Bela Bela Central.
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