Highly Successful Country Lodge In Mpumalanga For Sale

Business description

This highly successful, uniquely designed, 4 star lodge was built in 2002 and offers guests’ exclusivity, luxury and a great nature experience in a relaxed environment. The lodge is located on a very popular tourism route and is well established in the European market.

The property comprises 540 ha of absolute unspoilt nature and breathtaking views of mountains, cliffs and valleys. It offers incredible biodiversity: A wide variety of game species occur naturally – Kudu, Nyala, Bushbuck, Reedbuck, Klipspringer, Duiker, Warthog, Bushpig, Baboons, Monkeys, etc. Also a variety of nocturnal species such as Civet, Genet, Aardvark, Serval, Caracal, Porcupine, Leopard etc. More than 150 bird species have been recorded.

The reserve is partially fenced with 1.8 m Bonnox Game Fencing. There are more than 30 km of well-marked hiking trails. The size of the property offers many great expansion possibilities.

Property information

Real Estate:

Real Property Included

Living accommodation:

Owner’s House - Self-contained house (75 m2) with shower and bath, open area kitchen / TV room / lounge / office area, bedroom with patio and parking under shade cloth.

Location:

This private conservancy is located 10 km north of Ohrigstad, bordering Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces, on a very popular tourism route between Johannesburg/Pretoria and the Kruger National Park. Strategically located on the Western side of the famous Panorama Route and close to the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, etc. 4 Hours drive from Johannesburg and less than 2 hours drive to Kruger National Park and many Private Game Reserves.

Premises details:

540 Hectare of pristine nature. The lodge offers a very comprehensive infrastructure and can accommodate 16 guests per night.
Guest facilities
Accommodation facilities - 8 spacious, free-standing chalets, thatch-roofed and built from stone (varying in size from 35 m2 to 54 m2). Chalets have en-suite facilities as well as outdoor showers and private patios with great views. All chalets are fully furnished and serviced.

Public areas – A Lapa building (180 m2), combining leisure area with fire place, dining area, bar and sundeck. Public toilets, curio shop, open air boma, swimming pool and a parking area for guest vehicles (under shade netting).

Operational Areas
• Fully fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry
• Laundry
• Office
• Liquor store room
• General store rooms
• Parking areas for staff / operational vehicles
• Staff accommodation facilities
o 2 x Cottages for management, both en-suite. One cottage with kitchenette.
o General staff accommodation complex consisting of 8 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms/showers, 2 toilets, kitchen, TV Lounge
o Gate Guard Cottage at entrance
• Owner’s House - Self-contained house (75 m2) with shower and bath, open area kitchen / TV room / lounge / office area, bedroom with patio and parking under shade cloth.

Other information

Expansion potential:

The reserve of 540 ha has incredible expansion opportunities. Current owners limited guest development to 8 chalets to ensure exclusivity for guests.
• Additional camps / lodges can be developed to increase occupancy potential
• Complete game fencing and stock with game (i.e. turn it into a small game lodge)
• Opportunities for soft adventure activities, e.g. abseiling, rock climbing, mountain biking.

Support & training:

The owners are willing to spend 1 month guiding the handover and provising all necessary training for the continued smooth operation of the lodge

Reasons for selling:

Owners want to retire and pursue their hobby of travelling the world

Trading hours:

24/7 - but mostly from 07:00 to 23:00

Website:

www.lodgeforsale-southafrica.co.za