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Bushvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6134 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Phalaborwa, Limpopo
- Phalaborwa Gate26 min drive
- Hans Merensky Golf Estate30 min drive
- The Big Hole37 min drive
- Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Bushvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences
Enjoy the tranquility of the African bush while watching a herd of impalas, waterbucks, or warthogs and occasionally even an elephant at the waterhole. You can rent this bushvilla as self catering, but we can provide a breakfast pack and/or a ready-to-use lasagna or bbq meal to be ready for you on arrival. So have a sundowner on your terrace, listen to the birds and watch an stunning sunset or the African milky way above while the children have fun in the private pool…. a magical experience. Welcome to Bushvilla Umoja! (Swahili for The spirit of togetherness).
This authentic African thatched 6 person bushvilla is located in a nature reserve, directly adjacent to and overlooking the Kruger Park. Your home away from home. There is an additional pool for the residents and their guests as well as a view tower over the Kruger Park.
We offer some hotel facilities such as check-in/-out cleaning, intermediate cleaning every 3rd/4th day for stays > 4 nights. Additional cleaning is possible at an additional fee. Shampoo, toilet paper, linen, towels and basic condiments are included. There is NO washing machine but you can possibly arrange a laundry with our housemanger during a longer stay(€).
We can arrange a Kruger Park safari, a safari boat trip, a bush braai or a walking safari, and the Hoedspruit Sanctuaries, Blyde River boat trip, Panorama route (3 Rondavel viewpoint) and Magoebaskloof (ziplining) can all be reached within 1.5 hours. Everything to make your holiday unforgettable.
A large wrap-around terrace offers seating areas everywhere, making the house suitable for different types of travel groups; (blended) families or with friends. There is a private (splash)pool and a stone BBQ overlooking the waterhole and a spacious garden guarantees privacy.
The modern living room is fully equipped (sitting area, LED television with DSTV and free WiFi). Large sliding glass doors offer a great view of the bush and give access to the terrace that is arranged as an extension of the living room, the ultimate indoor/outdoor lifestyle. A fully equipped kitchen with 5 burner gas stove with large oven, double door American fridge with ice maker and filtered water, dishwasher and microwave offer the comfort you are looking for.
3 Spacious double bedrooms (each with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and double vanity) have air conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets over the beds and mosquito screens on the windows.
A covered carport offers parking to 2 cars and the house is equipped with an alarm.
An ideal destination for both a short stay during a trip through South Africa or to stay for a week so that you can visit the highlights from one location. And if you need help or tips for a self-book tour through South Africa, we are happy to help you with routes, tips and fun other locations.
paid laundry service available for stays longer than 2 nights.
Our goal is to offer our guests not only a beautiful holiday home, but a unique experience.
This authentic African thatched 6 person bushvilla is located in a nature reserve, directly adjacent to and overlooking the Kruger Park. Your home away from home. There is an additional pool for the residents and their guests as well as a view tower over the Kruger Park.
We offer some hotel facilities such as check-in/-out cleaning, intermediate cleaning every 3rd/4th day for stays > 4 nights. Additional cleaning is possible at an additional fee. Shampoo, toilet paper, linen, towels and basic condiments are included. There is NO washing machine but you can possibly arrange a laundry with our housemanger during a longer stay(€).
We can arrange a Kruger Park safari, a safari boat trip, a bush braai or a walking safari, and the Hoedspruit Sanctuaries, Blyde River boat trip, Panorama route (3 Rondavel viewpoint) and Magoebaskloof (ziplining) can all be reached within 1.5 hours. Everything to make your holiday unforgettable.
A large wrap-around terrace offers seating areas everywhere, making the house suitable for different types of travel groups; (blended) families or with friends. There is a private (splash)pool and a stone BBQ overlooking the waterhole and a spacious garden guarantees privacy.
The modern living room is fully equipped (sitting area, LED television with DSTV and free WiFi). Large sliding glass doors offer a great view of the bush and give access to the terrace that is arranged as an extension of the living room, the ultimate indoor/outdoor lifestyle. A fully equipped kitchen with 5 burner gas stove with large oven, double door American fridge with ice maker and filtered water, dishwasher and microwave offer the comfort you are looking for.
3 Spacious double bedrooms (each with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and double vanity) have air conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets over the beds and mosquito screens on the windows.
A covered carport offers parking to 2 cars and the house is equipped with an alarm.
An ideal destination for both a short stay during a trip through South Africa or to stay for a week so that you can visit the highlights from one location. And if you need help or tips for a self-book tour through South Africa, we are happy to help you with routes, tips and fun other locations.
paid laundry service available for stays longer than 2 nights.
Our goal is to offer our guests not only a beautiful holiday home, but a unique experience.
Property manager
Chantal Settels
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Phalaborwa
Located in Phalaborwa, this villa is in a rural area. Qualito Craft Distillery and Hans Merensky Golf Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruger National Park and Phalaborwa Gate. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Phalaborwa, Limpopo
What's nearby
- Qualito Craft Distillery - 24 min drive - 11.3 km
- Phalaborwa Gate - 26 min drive - 14.1 km
- Hans Merensky Golf Estate - 30 min drive - 16.2 km
- The Big Hole - 37 min drive - 17.9 km
- Masorini Archaeological Site - 42 min drive - 25.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- KFC - 24 min drive
- Yurok Spur Steak Ranch - 24 min drive
- The Calabash Grill - 25 min drive
- Seattle Coffee Company - 24 min drive
- Big Five Pub & Grill - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Tanvir
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tanvir
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew K.
27 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A piece of HEAVEN
Matthew K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
24 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Experience!
Matt S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth W.
18 May 2017
Exceeded Expectations
Ruth W.
About the host
Hosted by Chantal Settels

South Africa has always been very special for us, starting at the first visit after the end of the Apartheid. We, Serge and Chantal got together through a homeleave trip to South Africa with friends of ours many years later and dit not only fall in love with the country but also with each other! We tried to come back every year since that time until early 2014 this house unexpectedly came on our path. Now we enjoy it as a family and we want to share this very special gem with others. Quoting Hemingway: "I never knew a morning in Africa that I woke up and that I was not happy '. South Africa: an experience for your bucket list!
Why they chose this property
Expensive private game lodges ask a lot of money for this view. Time and time again if you are lucky enough to be spoiled by a passing troop of elephants that come to drink in front of the terrace, or if you suddenly spot the giraffes, but also if the cheacky wharthogs stumble through the plants, or you see the Kingfisher looking at you from a tree, life around you kind of stops. I dreamed of Africa, now it can be your reality!
What makes this property unique
Safari while sitting on your own terrace, most of the tourist highlights within driving distance, the freedom and privacy of a self catering accommodatino with option to Bed&Breakfast and having all the perks of a hotel, all for a reasonable price. What more do you need to make this a trip of a lifetime.
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch
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