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Eclectic living room with a striped sofa, lit fireplace, yellow shelves, and a green tiger painting—ideal for a luxury vacation rental. Natural light pours in from large windows.

Waterside House at Royal Malewane

Kruger National Park, South Africa

A feeling of quiet seclusion fills this private, art-filled residence in the heart of the wild. Indoor-outdoor spaces become one, with a central courtyard, spacious veranda, and infinity pool bringing wildlife to the doorstep.

  • Accommodates 8
  • Bedrooms 4
  • En-Suite Bathrooms 4
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Where you'll be staying

One of Africa’s largest game reserves, offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. A must for thrilling safaris, discovering diverse ecosystems, and breathtaking landscapes.

BEDROOMS

Accommodates (max): 8

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms en-suite: 4

features

  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • 10 seater indoor dining area
  • 10 seater al fresco dining area
  • Fully stocked complimentary maxi bar
  • Fireplace
  • Air-conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Plunge pool
  • Outdoor Barbecue
  • Private deck
  • Sun loungers
  • Scenic Vistas

Villa Services

  • All meals and snacks included
  • Wi-Fi
  • All coffees and specialty teas
  • Full mini-bar
  • Transfers to and from Jackalberry Airstrip
  • South African premium wines and beverages (excludes French Champagne)
  • Telephones
  • Laundry Service
  • Private services, Guide, Tracker and safari vehicle

Concierge

  • Twice daily game drives
  • Soothing wellness treatments at Reflections Spa (additional cost)
  • Photographic safaris (additional cost)
  • Wine tastings in the Waterside cellar (selected wines)
  • Curl up with a book in the library
  • Gym and yoga room
  • Helicopter patrol flight with Dog Unit demonstration (additional cost)
  • Boutique purchases
  • Transfers to & from the reserve Private Game Drive Vehicle
  • Telephone calls
  • Kosher meals

What's Nearby

Lodge Activities

  • Helicopter flights over the Blyde River Canyon, the world’s deepest green canyon (additional cost)
  • Golf at Africa’s most exclusive bushveld golf course – Leopard Creek
  • Blyde River Canyon cruise (additional cost)
  • A visit to the Timbavati Museum (additional cost)
  • A visit to the Mololoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (additional cost)
  • Visit Royal Malewane’s Conservation and Research Centre (additional cost)

VILLA POLICIES

  • Check-in: 14h00
  • Check out: 10h00
  • Maximum 8 guests
  • Non-smoking
  • Security deposit
  • Social events on request
  • all bookings are subject to final approval by the owner

A group in an open safari vehicle observes an elephant on a grassy path—an unforgettable moment included with our luxury vacation rental and concierge travel services.

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Waterside House at Royal Malewane

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