21,4 ha Secure Home and Private Hide-away within Nature Reserve

Exclusive Sole Mandate - Own a private 21,4 ha sanctuary or secure home within the exclusive 1 000 ha Ndlovumzi Nature Reserve, situated along the Olifants River near Hoedspruit. This extraordinary lifestyle property presents a rare intersection of eco-tourism luxury, artistic legacy, and turnkey commercial utility.

Located in the heart of this spectacular reserve, the smallholding features a 1,7 ha residential footprint enclosed by a 2 km electric fence. Property improvements include guest accommodation, a restaurant seating approximately 50 people, a traditional lapa, a cigar bar, a swimming pool, office space, and full staff facilities.

Positioned in one of South Africa’s most desirable wildlife corridors—just 88 km from Orpen Gate and 102 km from Phalaborwa Gate into the Kruger National Park—this property sits in an enclave favoured by high-net-worth international investors.

The property has recently undergone extensive upgrades, including the rethatching of all 21 building roofs (1,367 sq.m), full redecoration of the restaurant, and the construction of a helipad. 3 Additional bungalows and another tented ablution block are being built.

The estate offers an existing, versatile footprint ideal for a private family compound, a boutique eco-lodge, or a commercial safari retreat.

Nature Reserve

Ndlovumzi Nature Reserve is home to diverse game, including waterbuck, kudu, nyala, impala, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, bushbuck, duiker, wild dogs, and various smaller species. The curious nature of the giraffes frequently brings them right up to the lodge to greet guests.

Birdlife is abundant throughout the property, complemented by nocturnal sightings of civet, genet, porcupine, aardvark, and the elusive caracal.

Categorized as a savanna biome, the reserve’s riverfront is lined with majestic Sycamore Fig, Jackalberry, and Tamboti trees that cast welcome shade during summer. The central and southern areas feature rolling hills dotted with acacia trees, marula trees, and iconic leadwoods.

Accommodation & Upgraded Infrastructure

Designed to host groups with elegance and privacy, the guest footprint totals over 630 sq.m of thoughtfully appointed living space:

4 Private En-Suite Cottages (287 sq.m total): Intimate suites ideal for couples or individual guests.

2 Double-Story Self-Catering Residences (280 sq.m total): Spacious homes accommodating up to 6 guests each.

1 En-Suite Family Suite (70 sq.m): Single-story self-catering retreat designed for up to 3 guests.

The property has recently undergone extensive upgrades, including the rethatching of all 21 building roofs (1,367 sq.m), full redecoration of the restaurant, and the construction of a helipad. 3 Additional bungalows and another tented ablution block are being built.

Additional Facility Improvements

Lapa & Dining Area: Complete with ablution facilities, a cigar bar, and a buffet layout (264 sq.m)

Newly Built Chapel / Conference Facility (64 sq.m)

Enclosed Commercial Kitchen (43 sq.m)

Open Kitchen (46 sq.m)

Cocktail Bar (23 sq.m)

Outdoor Boma: Open fireplace, braai, pizza oven, and potjiekos setup (105 sq.m)

Fully Equipped Office (39 sq.m)

Laundry, Liquor Store & Tool Room (36 sq.m)

Rock Swimming Pool: 45,000 L capacity with brand-new pumps and filter

Double Garage (56 sq.m)

Water Tank & Tool Shed (11 sq.m)

Helicopter Landing Pad

5 Wendy Houses / Storerooms

2 Staff Cottages (46 sq.m total)

Staff Ablution Facility (18 sq.m)

Staff Kitchen & Dedicated Water Tank (12 sq.m)

Water Infrastructure

2 Boreholes (1 operational, yielding approximately 8,500 L per hour)

2 Dams located within the fenced perimeter

Automated sprinkler system covering 1.7 ha of irrigated grounds surrounding the lodge

Power & Communications

3-Phase Eskom Power connection

Wi-Fi network, cell booster, and inverters