Prestigious Game Lodge & Wildlife Sanctuary Near Hartenbos – A Rare Investment Opportunity!

Located just 14km from Hartenbos, this fully fenced game farm is an exceptional and well-known game lodge that radiates charm. The entire lodge is powered by Eskom electricity, with a strong borehole serving as the main water supply.

The lodge itself spans an impressive 425 sqm and features a guestroom with bathroom and two comfortable lounge sections as well as a restaurant dining section. Guest toilets for convenience. The open-plan living and reception area seamlessly connect to the open-plan bar, while the lodge serves as a fully licensed restaurant. Every space within the lodge offers access to a large wooden deck, where guests can take in magnificent nature views. The built-in braai provides the perfect setting for late-night entertainment, overlooking the waterhole and stunning sunsets. The lodge also boasts a modern kitchen with a separate scullery. Above, a loft area houses a pool table on one side and an office on the other. From the deck, guests can walk directly to a solar-heated swimming pool. The lodge itself is adorned with a beautifully maintained thatch roof, adding to its authentic appeal.

Adjacent to the lodge, there are two separate chalets, each featuring two bedrooms and two en-suite bathrooms. These chalets include an open-plan kitchen and living area, with wooden sliding doors opening onto a covered wooden deck overlooking the swimming pool and the wildlife feeding area. Each chalet is equipped with its own gas geyser. On the other side of the lodge, an additional chalet offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a living and dining area, and a kitchen. This chalet also includes a wooden deck with a covered thatch roof. Combined, the three chalets provide a total floor size of 300 sqm. Behind this chalet, there is a large shed with a floor size of 240 sqm.

Further enhancing the guest experience, the lodge includes six glamping tents, all overlooking breathtaking natural surroundings and mountains. The first four glamping tents each feature one bedroom and a fully equipped bathroom, with a modern outdoor kitchen at the entrance. Each tent has a shaded patio and a braai facility. The fifth and sixth glamping tents offer two bedrooms, one bathroom, an outdoor modern kitchen, a shaded patio, and a braai area.

At the back of the lodge, near the entrance, there is a separate building housing four double garages and a single garage used as a meat room, laundry, and staff quarters, totaling 250 sqm. The entire property is secured by a dual-fence system, including a game fence and electric fencing. All chalets and tents are equipped with Wi-Fi.

A short distance from the lodge, the main house features four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room, a comfortable lounge, a sunroom with an indoor braai, a kitchen, a sun porch with an outdoor braai, a washroom, a double garage, and a sprinkler system. The main house is also fully fenced with electric fencing.

The farm’s water infrastructure is extensive, including six 5000-liter tanks, one 1000-liter tank, and one 10,000-liter tank, along with a 100kl water reservoir. There are three water pumps, a borehole (176m), a solar-powered borehole (70m), and a water filtering system. Electrified fencing surrounds the entire farm and lodge enclosure, powered by six energizers. Additional amenities include a six-seater Jacuzzi with a donkey water heater, a boma for outdoor gatherings, a motorized main gate, and four automated farm gates for enhanced security.

Guests can embark on thrilling game drives led by an experienced team, exploring the diverse wildlife that thrives on the farm. A Land Cruiser 4x4 game-viewing vehicle ensures an authentic and memorable safari experience, complemented by a Nissan NP200 bakkie for farm work. The farm boasts nine dams and a variety of landscapes, including rich fynbos.

The property is home to an abundance of wildlife, including buffalo, hippos, giraffes, eland, golden wildebeest, and zebras. There are over 25 species of antelope, including the famous springbok. Smaller predators such as black-backed jackals, caracals, bat-eared foxes, and civets also inhabit the area. On the horizon, lions will soon be introduced, further enhancing the farm’s allure. With over 160 bird species, the farm is a haven for birdwatchers and photographers alike.