Mananga Bush Villa

–Excellent location - show map
+37 photos
Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • 2906 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace

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About this property

Mananga Bush Villa is a villa located in Skukuza, 13.5 km from Skukuza Rest Camp and 1.2km from Kruger Gate to Kruger National Park. Guests benefit from terrace. Free private parking is available on site. There is a seating area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher and an oven. Towels and bed linen are available in this self-catering accommodation. There is a TV with select satellite channels. Other facilities at Mananga Bush Villa include a spa centre. Car hire is available at the property and the area is popular for golfing. Paul Kruger Gate, Kruger National Park is 1 km from Mananga Bush Villa, while Elephant Point is 8.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, 87 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Spa facilities

  • Swimming pool

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Estelle
Belgium Belgium
“The villa offers an exceptional setting right at the gates of Kruger, where nature already surrounds you and makes you feel like you have it all to yourself. The villa is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We loved watching the animals...”
Tom
Belgium Belgium
“Incredible ! Spacious home away from home. Bedrooms are hugh with all the comfort you need. Terrace and BBQ with a fire pit to relax. Kitchen is very well equipped. The fire pit is set up every day with wood. The wildlife walks in the garden. The...”
Ahmed
South Africa South Africa
“The proximity to the park, the family friendly facility and the staff were brilliant.”
Felix
Spain Spain
“Everything was amazing! the place is beautiful, immense, fully equipped and extremely comfortable, it was a dream place!!”
Gregory
South Africa South Africa
“Well equipped lodge in a serene location, spacious and clean! Our expectations were surpassed and we will definitely be back. Thanks so much to the hosts!”
Sameer
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful large open spaces and impeccably furnished. Could have spent a week here just enjoying the bush and bird life and stars at night. What a wonderful villa”
Mondlane
Mozambique Mozambique
“Breakfast was not included. in Therms of Location, My expectation was to be inside the Kruger Park. Nevertheless, I am still very happy with the location.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This was the nicest most peaceful stay of our month long trip in South Africa. We have visited Kruger 3 times before but this will be our go to first choice for now!! The house is stunning, everything was perfect, it's so quiet at night. The...”
Silvia
Mozambique Mozambique
“Spacious, clean, comfortable, very comfortable beds and bedding top quality. Kitchen full equipment.”
Annamarie
South Africa South Africa
“Mananga has a beautiful view, very quiet and peaceful. It is without a doubt the best self catering we have ever been too”

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.

Hosted by Josie Knight

9.8
Host review score
Josie Knight
Mananga offers a luxurious bush experience, authentically designed and decorated with two beautifully designed en-suite bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, lounge and patio, set beautifully in the heart of the African bush with prolific bird life & general game. If you want to dine out Protea Hotel Kruger Gate is only 700 meters away.
The owners of the house are Chris and Debbie Kane-Berman. We have always found the Bush to be a very healing and soothing space - where you can escape the realities and hectic pace of life for just a little while. We hope that Mananga has the same effect for you and that you have the most wonderfully relaxing stay. Julia and Philemon will be on-site to to host and look after you while you are at Mananga. The house was built by the previous owners (Josie and Grant Knight) with as much local goods and services as possible with the aim of space for guests. Many of the wooden features in house - such as the Kitchen Tops, Kitchen Island, TV Stand, Coat Rack, Bookshelf, Patio Table and Vanity Tables - were handcrafted by Grant and Josie on site at the house.
South Africa is home to thousands of hectares of pristine, bush veld. It is also the country which is most easily accessed from five continents, with numerous daily flights into Johannesburg from Europe, the UK, USA and Asia. From Johannesburg to Skukuza, is just a short flight to the world renowned Kruger National Park. Where guests can experience the thrill of private open vehicle game drives and "big five" wildlife sightings. The big five are known to be the 5 most dangerous animals to hunt, i.e. lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Of course, no hunting is permitted in the Kruger National Park. The reserve is dedicated to the conservation of Africa's wildlife and biodiversity, supported by eco-tourism.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Lapa Restaurant - Protea Hotel Kruger Gate
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Mananga Bush Villa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 16:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Mananga Bush Villa 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.