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Summerplace Game Reserve

Summerplace Game Reserve Reviews & Information

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Services

Check in and Check Out Times
  • Check in: 14:00
  • Check out: 11:00

Available Rooms

Summerhill

Summerhill Lodge

Summerhill is a spacious, lodge-style home designed for relaxed bushveld living. The main house features an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area with a fireplace, opening onto a large stoep with private swimming pool, plunge pool, hot tub, and outdoor dining space.

Four separate cottages complete the property, offering six bedrooms and four bathrooms, ideal for families or groups needing additional privacy.

The lodge combines rustic charm with modern convenience, including a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living spaces, and practical amenities for longer stays.

Key Features

  • 6 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Large stoep with outdoor furniture
  • Private swimming pool, plunge pool & hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain & pool views
  • Braai/Barbeque facilities
  • Patio & terrace
  • Full kitchen, kitchenette & bar fridge
  • Dining table & sitting area
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Shower-only bathrooms
  • Washing machine
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Microwave, refrigerator & dishwasher
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
  • Not pet friendly
Single Room R24300
Double Room R24300

Saringa Cottage

Saringa Cottage

Saringa Cottage is a private, romantic self-catering retreat set at the foot of Marula Hill. The cottage features one bedroom and one bathroom, with a fully equipped open-plan kitchen and sitting area. A spacious stoep overlooks the bushveld, where you can unwind in the wood-fired hot tub and enjoy the mountain views.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain views
  • Wood-fired hot tub
  • Patio, terrace & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/Barbeque facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Full kitchen with microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Ceiling fan & feather pillows
  • Separate tub and shower (plus shower-only option)
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R4590
Double Room R4590

Bushwillow Cottage

Bushwillow Cottage

Bushwillow Cottage is a private, self-catering home set at the foot of Marula Hill. Ideal for small families or two couples, the cottage offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, along with a fully equipped open-plan kitchen and sitting area. A spacious stoep overlooks the garden and leads to a wood-fired hot tub and plunge pool, perfect for relaxing in the bushveld setting.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Garden views
  • Plunge pool
  • Wood-fired hot tub
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/Barbeque facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Full kitchen with microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Shower-only bathrooms
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Washing machine
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R7880
Double Room R7880

Summerview Villa

Summerview Villa

Summerview Villa is a spacious, luxury bushveld home featuring 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in the main house, along with a private en-suite cottage accommodating an additional 2 guests. The villa offers an open-plan living area and a fully equipped kitchen, designed for relaxed group getaways. Outside, enjoy sweeping views from the patio, along with a private pool, plunge pool, and hot tub.

This villa is pet friendly.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 4 bedrooms + en-suite cottage
  • 4 bathrooms (main house) + 1 en-suite (cottage)
  • Private pool, plunge pool & hot tub
  • Garden & mountain views
  • Patio, terrace & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/Barbeque facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • DSTV/Satellite TV
  • TV & Wi-Fi
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R22420
Double Room R22420

Hideout

Hideout

Max Guests: 2
Children: Not permitted

Hideout offers a unique 2-sleeper tented experience designed for couples seeking a secluded bush escape. The tent features an en-suite bathroom, a small kitchenette with tea and coffee facilities, and a private hot tub overlooking the garden. Please note that this unit is not self-catering, meals must be booked in advance.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2-sleeper tent
  • En-suite bathroom (shower only)
  • Private hot tub
  • Garden views
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Kitchenette with bar fridge
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Ceiling fan & heater
  • Feather pillows
  • Desk
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R4820
Double Room R4820

Marula Cottage

Marula Cottage

Max Guests: 4 (Maximum 4 adults)

Marula Cottage is a fully equipped self-catering retreat with beautiful views of the surrounding bush. The open-plan layout includes a comfortable living area, a full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom. Outside, enjoy a private braai area, a spacious patio, and a wood-fired hot tub, ideal for taking in those bushveld sunsets.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Wood-fired hot tub
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private braai/BBQ facilities
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Garden/bush views
  • Fireplace
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R6800
Double Room R6800

New Wine

New Wine

Max Guests: 4 (Maximum 4 adults)
Pet Friendly

New Wine is a private self-catering home overlooking the Marula bush. The house features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, along with a fully equipped open-plan kitchen and sitting area. Outside, enjoy your own braai area and wood-fired hot tub, perfect for unwinding in a peaceful bushveld setting.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Wood-fired hot tub
  • Private braai/BBQ area
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Streaming services
  • Fireplace
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Desk
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Separate tub and shower + bath/shower combination
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking

Rosemary Cottage

Rosemary Cottage

Max Guests: 6 (Maximum 6 adults)

Rosemary Cottage is a spacious, fully equipped self-catering home ideal for families or groups. The cottage features 3 bedrooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and a comfortable open-plan living area. Outside, enjoy your own hot tub, braai area, and peaceful garden views, perfect for a relaxed bushveld escape.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom (with separate tub & shower + bath/shower combination)
  • Hot tub
  • Garden views
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/BBQ facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Bar fridge
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R10200
Double Room R10200

Yorks View

York's View
Max Guests: 12

York's View is a spacious private home located on the northern side of the reserve, ideal for large families or groups of friends. The open-plan lounge and fully equipped kitchen create a welcoming communal space, while outside you can relax in the private pool, plunge pool, or wood-fired hot tub, all set against tranquil garden views.

Key Features & Amenities

  • Accommodates up to 12 guests
  • Private pool, plunge pool & wood-fired hot tub
  • Garden views
  • Patio & outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/BBQ facilities
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea facilities
  • Ceiling fans & feather pillows
  • Separate tub and shower + bath/shower combination
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
Single Room R19420
Double Room R19420

The Shed No1

The Shed – No1
Max Guests: 4 (Maximum 4 adults)

The Shed – No1 is one of three charming self-catering apartments, each sharing a large farm stoep with scenic farm views. This unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with an open-plan kitchen and lounge. Please note, these apartments are not sold as private homes.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom (shower only)
  • Shared farm stoep with garden views
  • Patio & terrace with outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/BBQ facilities
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Ceiling fans
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking

The Shed No2

The Shed – No2
Max Guests: 2 (Maximum 2 adults)
Children: Not permitted

The Shed – No2 is a cozy self-catering apartment sharing a large farm stoep with scenic farm views. The unit features an open-plan bedroom, kitchen, and lounge with a private bathroom. Please note, this apartment is not sold as a private home.

Key Features & Amenities

  • Open-plan bedroom, kitchen & lounge
  • 1 private bathroom (shower only)
  • Shared farm stoep with garden views
  • Patio & terrace with outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Kitchenette with bar fridge, stove, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Ceiling fan
  • Sitting area
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking

The Shed No3

The Shed – No3
Max Guests: 4 (Maximum 4 adults)

The Shed – No3 is one of three charming self-catering apartments, each sharing a large farm stoep with beautiful farm views. The unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with an open-plan kitchen and lounge. Please note, these apartments are not sold as private homes.

Key Features & Amenities

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom (shower only)
  • Shared farm stoep with garden views
  • Patio & terrace with outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Braai/BBQ facilities
  • Sitting area & dining table
  • Full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator & toaster
  • Ceiling fans
  • Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
 

Directions

Summerplace Game Reserve is set in the heart of the magnificent Waterberg, forming part of the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, which UNESCO declared to be an official World Heritage Site in 2001. Our 11 accommodation options are surrounded by 3500 hectares of unsurpassed natural beauty that is replete with wildlife. Just 2.5 hrs from Johannesburg, it is an easy drive north.

Johannesburg


Get on De Villiers Graaff Motorway/M1 in Selby from Miriam Makeba St 6 min (2.1 km)

Head south on Miriam Makeba St toward Albertina Sisulu Rd 300 m

Use the right lane to turn left onto Marshall St/R29 160 m

Turn right onto Ntemi Piliso St 180 m

Continue onto Ussher St 240 m

Turn left onto Village Rd 190 m

Turn right onto Booysens Rd 81 m

Turn right to merge onto De Villiers Graaff Motorway/M1 900 m

Take N1 to R33 in Limpopo. Take the R33 exit from N1 1 hr 48 min (175 km)

Continue on R33 to your destination 1 hr 15 min (98.5 km)

Summerplace Game Reserve
D972 Sanddrif Avenue Summerplace Summerplace, Vaalwater, 0530

Parking

On site parking facilities are provided for guests.

Star Rating

4 Star