4 Star Magaliesberg Guest Lodge Spa Conference Center For Sale

Business description

Some 5 kms from Magaliesburg, situated in a tranquil valley on 45 hectares of pristine riverine bushveld, (an hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria), you will find the tranquil and picturesque environment of this secluded Magaliesberg guest Lodge. The lodge is rated 4 star, has a restaurant, conference center and spa facilities.
The Estate is ideal for that romantic and relaxing getaway. With only fourteen beautifully appointed cottages, the Estate is never crowded and guests are assured of a quiet and peaceful
FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES:
The main reception area has a cosy bar, lounge and library, and a beautiful dining room, each with fireplaces for warmth and ambiance in Winter. The Wellness Studio caters for all guest’s beauty treatment and pampering massages. The Estate has a large outdoor salt chlorinated pool and a smaller semi indoor plunge pool which is heated (except from 15 May to 31August). We also have table tennis, a pool table, lovely forest and grassland walk routes and lovely mountain bike country rides in the surrounding area. Relax in our lounge which has a small selection of books to read, or relax in the hammocks in the gardens. Our fully licensed dining facilities offer outstanding cuisine (see “cuisine” page) in our romantic dining room or outdoors under the Bushwillows.
GENERATOR POWER: In the rare events of a power outage, there is a generator which drives electricity to the main building, dining areas, bar, conference rooms, wellness centre and office.
The Estate is a fine birding venue, with over 135 species identified. It has walk routes traversing the 45 hectare property through open grassland on the higher ground, to the "Secret Forest" in the lower lying section. Hot Air Balloon rides are launched on site. Being in the heart of the Magalies Meander, there are many shopping and adventure activities from which guest’s can choose. Micro Flights, horse riding and much more are available for you to explore.
Activities on Site
Relaxation is the emphasis of the estate’s facilities, where there is a cozy bar and restaurant affording groups the opportunity to get close and have fun together. Fun theme evenings and "braais" at the poolside lapa are also arranged. Furthermore, the Estate has the following activities, which are available to guests: • 2 Swimming pools - the smaller pool is heated the whole year except for between 15 May and 31 August.
• Lounge & Library
• Pool table & Table Tennis
• Hammocks in the trees
• Boule & Croquet
• Volleyball
• Walking & Birding Routes
• 4 Mountain Bikes
• A variety of board & pub games
• The "Sanctuary" Wellness Studio
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Birding
Other Activities
These can be arranged and co-ordinated by the Lodge and where indicated, can take place on site at the estate, otherwise most are within a 15 minute drive from the venue.

1. Microlighting
2. Lazer sports
3. Yoga
4. Massage
5. Fly fishing
6. Star gazing
7. Treasure hunt
8. Horse riding
9. Hot air ballooning
10. Game drives

11. Mampoer tasting
12. Cheese & wine tasting
13. Birding
14. Caving & abseiling
15. Amazing race
16. Drumming and gumboot dancing
17. Quad - biking
18. Canopy tours
19. Lego
20. Other team building activities


Conference Venue
Being one hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria, the estate is ideally located and designed for those smaller, exclusive conferences and group sessions. There are 14 cottages in total, sleeping up to 16 delegates – Single, or up to 23 with 20 sharing and 3 single.
Generally, each conference group will have overnight exclusivity of the entire venue and the personalised attention, service and cuisine to ensure the experience is beyond expectations.
SPA
The estate has its own Wellness Studio, which is small, intimate and highly professional in its approach to ensuring guest’s pampering needs are met.
The Spa’s therapist has several years of world class training and experience, both internationally and in South Africa. Treatments and products are of the highest quality and applied in a professional and caring manner.
The property only has 14 cottages, which makes the venue very popular for those who seek an uncrowded, private and tranquil experience.
Each cottage is beautifully furnished and decorated. The rooms are different in their layout, design and interior decor. Each is carefully located amongst the trees in a woodland environment, offering seclusion and comfort in this truly unique country setting.
ACCOMODATION
Each cottage has ...
• a Queen-sized extra length beds.
• fully-stocked mini-bar
• air-conditiioners
• ceiling fans
• wooden floors and ceilings
• a wood burning fireplace (Fireplaces are stocked and operational during winter months only.
• DSTV
• ensuite bathroom with large bath and a separate shower
• patio deck anddeck furniture
• tea and coffee facility
• snack basket
Deluxe Suites
Of the 14 cottages at the property, 10 are of the Deluxe range, each with the above facilities included. One of the Deluxe cottages has two rooms (family unit) and sleeps up to a maximum of 4 people.
Honeymoon Suites
There are 3 Honeymoon Suites at the guest lodge, each with the same facilities and comforts as the Deluxe Suites, but with the added luxury of an extra outdoor private shower plus greater seclusion and privacy.
Hilltop House
Situated on one of the highest points on the property is Hilltop House, a private and secluded retreat which has 4 bedrooms and it's own lounge, diningroom and kitchen. The views and privacy of this dwelling offers a truly unique country experience.

Property information

Real Estate:

Real Property Included

Business Operation

Expansion potential:

Property is currently zoned for 20 rooms and there are presently 14. There is extensive opportunity for expansion of the spa facilities and conferencing facilities as well. Also, the restaurant and bar, while open to the general public, has not been marketed to the general public.

Reasons for selling:

Owners both have corporate jobs and feel that a more "hands on" approach is necessary to take the property to the next level.

Employees:

25

Years established:

10

Other information

Support & training:

Available.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

R1,200,000 (included in the asking price)