About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Simbavati Homestead in Hoedspruit offers a spacious villa with six bedrooms and three bathrooms. The living room includes a dining area, ensuring comfort for all guests. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, enhancing the stay experience. Convenient Facilities: The villa features air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and a lounge. Additional amenities include an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and barbecue facilities, catering to various leisure activities. Nearby Attractions: Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve is located 21 km from the property, providing ample opportunities for wildlife viewing and outdoor adventures.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Game drives

  • Swimming pool


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5
1 large double bed
Bedroom 6
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Les
    South Africa South Africa
    Self catering was perfect arrangement for our three generation family holiday Incredibly spacious Has all the facilities one would need Waterhole in front of the house was constant source of pleasure for 'sofa safari' Great that we could...
  • Johannes
    Norway Norway
    The house had most of the comforts and facilities that one can possibly need. The staff was amazing and the game drives where the cherry on the cake. With excellent game viewing opportunities.
  • Diana
    Switzerland Switzerland
    ich war das 4 Mal hier! Tolles Haus um mit Familie oder Freunden eine schöne Zeit zu verbringen!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 641 reviews from 12 properties
12 managed properties

Property information

Experience the freedom of the African bush with your own private self-catering villa. Simbavati Homestead offers the best of both worlds – the privacy and comfort of a luxury home coupled with the amenities and facilities of a classic safari lodge. Comfortably spacious interiors and furnishings invite complete unwinding. Designed with friends and families in mind Simbavati Homestead provides the ultimate seclusion for loved ones who long for a continuous connection with Africa’s magnificent wildlife and wilderness.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Simbavati Homestead takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 3,000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$173. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Klaserie Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R480 per person per night for any person 12 years and older.

A vehicle entrance fee of R300 is only payable at the Timbavati or Klaserie Control Gate.

Please inform Simbavati Homestead in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of ZAR 3,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.