Villa in South Africa
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this villa rental
Designed by parents, for families and couples alike, this luxury bush villa combines five-star comfort with effortless ease, whether you're travelling with children or simply looking for a peaceful escape into nature. Three spacious bedrooms, a heated private pool, and a boma firepit under the African stars, everything is here, and nothing is missing.
As parents ourselves, we know how important it is to have the right facilities when travelling with children, but we've also designed Villa Blaaskans to be a true retreat for couples seeking quiet and space. The children's room sits in its own separate wing of the villa and can be easily closed off, giving couples their own peaceful, private space while still leaving the option open for families to use every room.
This villa combines privacy, style and comfort with all the conveniences guests need for an effortless stay. With 3 bedrooms and space for up to 4 guests, Villa Blaaskans makes your holiday both comfortable and unforgettable, whether it's a family getaway or a quiet retreat for two or four. Set in the best location on the estate, the villa enjoys magnificent, open views across the mountains, unobstructed and uninterrupted, that you won't find anywhere else on the property.
Step inside and feel instantly at home. The villa features three spacious bedrooms, all with air conditioning and fans, ideal for restful naps, quiet evenings, or peaceful nights. The main bedroom is positioned in its own wing, well separated from the other bedrooms, giving couples a real sense of privacy and distance. There are two modern bathrooms, including one with a bathtub, and refreshing outdoor showers that are perfect after a warm day in the bush.
The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances such as a gas stove, oven, fridge, Nespresso machine and microwave. There's also a separate utility room with a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
For families, a baby cot, high chair, baby carrier and stroller are ready and waiting, so you don't have to bring your own gear, and the children's room, complete with bunk beds and toys, is tucked away in its own wing and can be closed off with its own door for extra privacy. Couples travelling without kids can simply leave this room shut and enjoy the rest of the villa, and their own separate wing, as a calm, private hideaway surrounded by nature. With excellent fiber WiFi throughout the villa and terrace, staying connected or streaming your favourite shows is effortless.
The heart of the villa is its bright, social living space with a large dining table indoors and another on the terrace, perfect for long, relaxed meals with family or a quiet dinner for two, framed by open, sweeping mountain views. The outside area is a true highlight: a private heated pool, a traditional South African braai (BBQ) and a beautifully situated boma firepit that's perfect for storytelling, or simply taking in the silence and the stars.
You'll enjoy complete peace and quiet, surrounded by nature, with breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Drakensberg mountains, one of the best vantage points on the entire estate. The villa's layout separates the main bedroom from the guest and children's rooms across different wings of the house, making it ideal for both families and those seeking a calm, secluded escape.
Safety and comfort come first. The villa is fitted with a full backup battery system, ensuring electricity during outages, and the estate is fully secure. And yes, giraffes, zebras and impalas really do walk by your terrace.
Need a little adventure, or just some quiet time in nature? The area offers something for everyone, from wildlife encounters and outdoor exploration for families to peaceful nature walks and slow mornings for those craving stillness, and the Homes of Africa hosting team is happy to help arrange anything you need. Whether it's a boat safari, a visit to a wildlife centre or simply a scenic hike, we've got you covered.
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- Luxury safari villa for up to 4 adults + 2 children, or the perfect quiet retreat for couples
- Best-located villa on the estate, with magnificent, open mountain views
- Three spacious bedrooms with air conditioning and ceiling fans, main bedroom in a separate wing for extra privacy
- Children's room with bunk beds, toys, air conditioning and a fan, located in its own wing and can be closed off
- Two bathrooms, including one with bathtub, plus two indoor showers
- Two beautiful outdoor showers under the African sky
- Heated private pool overlooking nature
- Large fire pit & barbecue area with views of the watering hole
- Wildlife at your private watering hole daily
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, 6-burner stove and large fridge
- Indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Stunning, open mountain views from the terrace, unmatched elsewhere on the estate
- Located in the quietest part of the estate, offering complete privacy and silence
- Baby crib, high chair, baby carrier and stroller available on request
- Fast fiber-optic WiFi and Smart TV with Netflix
- Solar panels with battery system
- Dedicated hosting team to help book safaris and activities, suitable for both families and couples
As parents ourselves, we know how important it is to have the right facilities when travelling with children, but we've also designed Villa Blaaskans to be a true retreat for couples seeking quiet and space. The children's room sits in its own separate wing of the villa and can be easily closed off, giving couples their own peaceful, private space while still leaving the option open for families to use every room.
This villa combines privacy, style and comfort with all the conveniences guests need for an effortless stay. With 3 bedrooms and space for up to 4 guests, Villa Blaaskans makes your holiday both comfortable and unforgettable, whether it's a family getaway or a quiet retreat for two or four. Set in the best location on the estate, the villa enjoys magnificent, open views across the mountains, unobstructed and uninterrupted, that you won't find anywhere else on the property.
Step inside and feel instantly at home. The villa features three spacious bedrooms, all with air conditioning and fans, ideal for restful naps, quiet evenings, or peaceful nights. The main bedroom is positioned in its own wing, well separated from the other bedrooms, giving couples a real sense of privacy and distance. There are two modern bathrooms, including one with a bathtub, and refreshing outdoor showers that are perfect after a warm day in the bush.
The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances such as a gas stove, oven, fridge, Nespresso machine and microwave. There's also a separate utility room with a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
For families, a baby cot, high chair, baby carrier and stroller are ready and waiting, so you don't have to bring your own gear, and the children's room, complete with bunk beds and toys, is tucked away in its own wing and can be closed off with its own door for extra privacy. Couples travelling without kids can simply leave this room shut and enjoy the rest of the villa, and their own separate wing, as a calm, private hideaway surrounded by nature. With excellent fiber WiFi throughout the villa and terrace, staying connected or streaming your favourite shows is effortless.
The heart of the villa is its bright, social living space with a large dining table indoors and another on the terrace, perfect for long, relaxed meals with family or a quiet dinner for two, framed by open, sweeping mountain views. The outside area is a true highlight: a private heated pool, a traditional South African braai (BBQ) and a beautifully situated boma firepit that's perfect for storytelling, or simply taking in the silence and the stars.
You'll enjoy complete peace and quiet, surrounded by nature, with breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Drakensberg mountains, one of the best vantage points on the entire estate. The villa's layout separates the main bedroom from the guest and children's rooms across different wings of the house, making it ideal for both families and those seeking a calm, secluded escape.
Safety and comfort come first. The villa is fitted with a full backup battery system, ensuring electricity during outages, and the estate is fully secure. And yes, giraffes, zebras and impalas really do walk by your terrace.
Need a little adventure, or just some quiet time in nature? The area offers something for everyone, from wildlife encounters and outdoor exploration for families to peaceful nature walks and slow mornings for those craving stillness, and the Homes of Africa hosting team is happy to help arrange anything you need. Whether it's a boat safari, a visit to a wildlife centre or simply a scenic hike, we've got you covered.
⸻
- Luxury safari villa for up to 4 adults + 2 children, or the perfect quiet retreat for couples
- Best-located villa on the estate, with magnificent, open mountain views
- Three spacious bedrooms with air conditioning and ceiling fans, main bedroom in a separate wing for extra privacy
- Children's room with bunk beds, toys, air conditioning and a fan, located in its own wing and can be closed off
- Two bathrooms, including one with bathtub, plus two indoor showers
- Two beautiful outdoor showers under the African sky
- Heated private pool overlooking nature
- Large fire pit & barbecue area with views of the watering hole
- Wildlife at your private watering hole daily
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, 6-burner stove and large fridge
- Indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Stunning, open mountain views from the terrace, unmatched elsewhere on the estate
- Located in the quietest part of the estate, offering complete privacy and silence
- Baby crib, high chair, baby carrier and stroller available on request
- Fast fiber-optic WiFi and Smart TV with Netflix
- Solar panels with battery system
- Dedicated hosting team to help book safaris and activities, suitable for both families and couples
Amenities at Family & Couples Retreat with Pool, Firepit & Mountain Views
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of South Africa
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2013
Our family (2 adults and 2 kids) spent 12 days in this villa. This holiday accommodation was more than perfect for our family holiday to Kruger National Park and the Blyde river canyon. Facilities were very luxury, immaculate, and just 45 minutes from the Orpen Gate. Our villa was surrounded by bushveld where we find giraffe, zebra, impala and warthog. An Kudu was sometimes drinking out of the pool, AMAZING! Because the villa is surrounded by bushveld you have a lot of privacy and enjoy nature up-close. The view from the villa on the Drakensbergen was fantastic especially by sunset! The activities in the direct area, like walking safari, night safari, game drives where very nice for kids, The favorite of our kids where the Horse Riding and a visit to Jessica the Hippo! Also the wild animals on the estate and the Kruger National Park were loved. The village of Hoedspruit was great, and offers a lot of facilities, 2 supermarkets, 2 gasstations, an shopping centre and many lovely restaurants, our favorite was Sleepers and Hat & Creek! Hat & Creek was also nice for the kids because of the playground. Hoedspruit village was only 3 min drive from the estate, friendly people in the area, safe and secure. The Host (Sue) were lovely and helped us if we had any kind of questions! The Family de Korte respond very quick to our questions, and the information guide is a great document which we received after our booking. We highly recommend this villa for a very special holiday, you won't easily forget!
Kind regards,
Family Jefferson
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2013
Dear Sue and Pim,
thanks for take great care of us.
Our vacation was fantastic. Especially the house ist really lovely.
We stay in the Villa Krugerhoed not in Villa Blaaskans. Villa Krugerhoed is the neighbor house from Villa Blaaskans.
We enjoy:
- the 2 outside showers
- walking and driving by our own in Zandspruit
- the pool
- comfortable beds and lounge chairs
- our trips in the neighborhood
- the sunset
- the grill
- to have no direct neighbor
- our dinner in hat and creek in Hoedspruit.
Greetings from Germany, Sabine + family
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2013
Villa Blaaskans was our home for a week and it was the most wonderful piece of paradise! The home is so tastefully decorated and with all the modern conveniences that our family of four needed. The pool was a perfect size for an afternoon cool off and surrounded by the African bush. You are completely alone and so not see a neighboring house at all. The estate is gated so we never worried about security either. We would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a peaceful, immaculate, modern home in the heart of South Africa! Hoedspruit is a great point for many of the reserves and activities with a small town with nice facilities and restaurants and close to Kruger and the Blyde river canyon. This house was perfect, we wish we had spent longer here and will definitely be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2013
The jaws of our rather spoilt teenagers dropped when we finally arrived at Villa Blaaskans, Zandspruit, Hoedspruit. -It feels like being in a 007 movie, my 17-year old daughter said. The photos of the villa did not lie. But much of the text on Zandspruit did. We, a family of five, stayed there over Christmas and the New Year. High season, so we expected to have to share our adventure with others. During almost two weeks, we once saw and once heard other people enjoying the park. It turned out we had the whole place for ourselves. Arriving after dark, we saw nothing until breakfast when a beautyful wilderbeast greeted us welcome at the swimming pool. Thus encouraged we went into the bush with our van (possible but not always without difficulties in our VW two wheel drive) and found the giraffes and zebras only to name the obvious. Later we compared it with the Kruger Park and unanimously preferred our Zandspruit. The reason was freedom, being allowed to do what you want; driving, walking, posing in front of the game, night walks on your own, not to forget never being more than 15 minutes away from our Blaaskans home with its AC coolness and well stocked kitchen. This all made a nice change for visiting the local must do's for tourists, which all started with a substantial drive, no matter what direction we took being in the middle of the best. From the pool deck we watched Mariepskoop mountain. Driving up there took a few hours, but was nevertheless worthwile if just for the route. Walking and climbing about the top of it was a blessed experience of beauty we will never forget. Having said this, if you want to go on your own by car, order topographic maps 1:50.000 well in advance or buy them in Johannesburg. Our GPS could not match all the minor roads and there relocations, so either you are prepared for some trial and error, or you come with detailed maps which are not for sale (and I think not used) in Hoedspruit. Blyde River Canyon is another fantastic experience and if we should recommend just one entrance to it, that would be through the Forever Resort, since they have prepared rough walking paths through bush, jungle, cliffs and waterfalls we cannot recommend enough (well worth the entrance fee). A short drive away was Jessica, the hippo, another encounter we will never forget. Yes, I admit, we loved our stay.
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10Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
"Our family (2 adults and 2 kids) spent 12 days in this villa. This holiday accommodation was more than perfect for our family holiday to Kruger National Park and the Blyde river canyon. Facilities wer..."
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