5 Bedroom House in Mabalingwe Nature Reserve

Big Five - Mabalingwe Game Reserve five-bedroom house with spectacular Waterberg views Fully furnished

Perched above sweeping bushveld views in Mabalingwe Game Reserve, this immaculate five-bedroom, five-en-suite residence is a rare combination of refined comfort, robust reserve ready upgrades and uninterrupted wildlife theatre. Carefully and meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded throughout, the home invites effortless entertaining, peaceful family living and low hassle ownership in one of South Africas most loved private reserves.

Key features at a glance

Size: The House, flat and garage/workshop area totals about 600 m

Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms (named after the Big 5), four with en-suite bathrooms, outside showers and air conditioning with double vanities except bedroom 5.

Deck: 300 m well maintained deck with Rhodesian Teak wood in excellent condition

Replacement value: R12 000 000 (latest insurance valuation)

Energy: 8.5 kWh solar array 10.5 kWh inverter 13.2 kWh battery 90% off-grid, average electricity R500/month. Twelve x 660 watt solar panels

Vehicle parking: Garage + new 3-bay carport which houses the Solar panels covered parking for up to 5 vehicles

Security & fire safety: Alarm linked to control room perimeter CCTV elephant proof dual energised cables at carports to protect the vehicles fire sprinkler system plus four 10 000 L tanks with dedicated pump.

Living spaces and finishes

Expansive open-plan lounge and dining flow onto the enormous Rhodesian Teak deck, delivering panoramic sunset views of plains, waterhole and frequent game movement.

Dining room with 10-seater table and server.

The main lounge features a large Jetmaster fireplace a focal point for cozy evenings.

The main living area floor was fully redone in Cemcrete in 2025 for a seamless, durable finish kitchen and bar countertops were also replaced.

Kitchen fitted with new modern self-closing drawer cupboards new 6 plate Smeg gas hob and electric oven high-quality pots, pans and all major appliances replaced within the last two years (dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge freezer).

Bar area upgraded with new counters in 2025.

Various Persian and other carpets are included.

Deck, outdoor living and entertaining

Massive 300 m Rhodesian Teak deck (3 years old expected life 2025 years with proper maintenance) provides uninterrupted, elevated views perfect for sundowners, private dining and game-watching.

Swimming Pool Heated pool with heat pump.

Fully equipped outside kitchen with pizza oven, braai, gas grill and bar fridge large 10 seater Matumi wood table for guest and family entertainment.

Large boma for evening fires under the stars and a paved eastern seating area beneath trees for early morning coffee.

Large, popular waterhole with fountain attracts birds and game and frames the view from the deck and lounge. The elephants love visiting the water hole with PTZ cameras recording your ellie and other wildlife friends.

Guest flat, artwork and linens

Separate flat included within the 600 m footprint, freshly painted in 2025 along with the main house.

Wildlife-themed commissioned artwork throughout the home valued at R350 000. Only two paintings will be removed.

All bedrooms stocked with new linen, with summer and winter sets supplied.

Assorted quality crockery, cutlery and glassware are included for 10 people.

Vehicles

Land rover game viewer renovated 3 years ago with new paint and canvas seating for 11 people including the driver.

Firefighting vehicle available but not included in the selling price.

Practical upgrades and maintenance

Entire property repainted in 2025 all wooden panels treated and oiled.

Thatch treated in 2024 with flame retardant (7 year effective life).

Driveway replaced with attractive 2 spoor track parking area regraded and lifted for improved function and curb appeal.

New 3 bay carport attached to garage carport roof carries the solar panels.

Elephant proof dual energised cables installed in front of garages and carport to prevent elephant damage.

Security: American shutters fitted to lounge and bedroom windows (baboons/intruder protection).

CCTV system linked to Mabalingwe reserve control room.

Outdoor lighting added to parking area for safety and ambiance.

Fire and water safety

The thatch roof is treated with fire retardant and a sprinkler system installed on both roofs.

Four 10 000-litre water tanks with dedicated pump provide firefighting capacity and resilience.

Why this property stands out

This is a ready-to-enjoy, exceptionally well-maintained game reserve home that balances luxury, durability and practical reserve life upgrades. From the vast teak viewing deck and the lovingly tended waterhole that draws wildlife to the high-spec solar system that slashes Eskom dependency, every improvement was made to elevate the bush experience while minimizing upkeep. The homes R12m replacement value and the quality of finishes make it an outstanding offering for owners who value spectacular views, reliable infrastructure and refined, worry free entertaining.

SUMMARY

Move in with confidence the house is turn key, fully furnished for comfortable living and entertaining, and primed to deliver the daily drama of Mabalingwes wildlife from the privacy and safety of your own deck.

The house is ideal for permanent living and short-term letting is discouraged to protect the peace and tranquillity of the Elandsfontein section in Mabalingwe Nature Reserve.