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Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala Game Reserve
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About this hotel
Luxurious Country-Style Accommodation
Leeuwenbosch Country House, nestled in the Amakhala Game Reserve, offers a luxurious stay in a historic family farmhouse. The rooms boast high ceilings, verandas, and original features, providing a charming and comfortable retreat.
Exquisite Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in freshly prepared meals served in the dining room with an exposed timber ceiling. After a day of adventure, unwind at the bar on wooden stools, sharing stories of your wildlife encounters.
Exciting Game Drives
Embark on two daily game drives in open vehicles, a thrilling opportunity to witness the Big Five in their natural habitat. With both morning and afternoon drives included in your stay, the adventure never stops.
Book now to experience the ultimate blend of luxury and wildlife at Leeuwenbosch Country House.
Important Information
Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.
- Please note that children dine at 19:00, an earlier time than the parents.
- Children under the age of 6 years are not permitted to join the adult's game drive.
- Any dietary requirements as well as medical conditions of the children must be advised prior to arrival.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Airport shuttle
Safety deposit box
Bar
Fax/photocopying
Horse riding
Babysitting/child services
Chapel/shrine
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Outdoor pool
Sun terrace
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Board games/puzzles
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Special diet menus - on request
Kid meals
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Pool with view
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wine/champagne
Fence around pool
Shuttle service
Game drives
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Walking tours
Room Types
Family Suite
Up to 4 guests60 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 3 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
60 sqm
In-room amenities
Private bathroomTrash cans
Luxury Suite - Country House
Up to 2 guests56 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
This spacious room features country-style décor and opens out onto the veranda. It includes a lounge area.
Please note this room cannot accommodate extra beds and children.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
56 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerSafety deposit boxHair dryerSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomSofaElectric kettleWardrobe or closetTerraceLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperPool towelsWine or champagne
Double Room - Country House
Up to 2 guests40 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
This spacious room features country-style décor and opens out onto the veranda.
It contains a private bathroom with free toiletries.
Please note this room cannot accommodate extra beds and children.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
40 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxHair dryerFanToiletPrivate bathroomHardwood or parquet floorsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetTerraceLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperPool towelsWine or champagne
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Guest reviews(200 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 6, 2026Staff, food, game drives all excellent. A real family feel to Leeuwenbosch which was very welcoming. Other guests had stayed multiple times which is a great recommendation.
10/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026The food was outstanding and the service/staff were simply wonderful. They made sure that my mother’s birthday was a day to remember. We went on a couple of game drives and saw 4 of the big 5. The rooms were spotless with lovely facilities. With no light pollution it was a treat to sit out at night marvelling at the stars.
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed May 25, 2026The Breakfast was really lovely We had a quick simple one prior our early Game Drive at 6.00 am and on our return from the game drive we had a lovely menu to choose from, and all was really great ...well presented and truelly a great Breakfast
I could not fault anything, it's a proper farmhouse experience with Game Reserve feel, not a Game Lodge
9/10
Reviewed May 12, 2026repas très bons, petit déjeuner copieux domaine chaleureux
10/10
Reviewed Apr 15, 2026Super Lage, sehr freundliche, hilfsbereite Gastgeber, sehr gute Ausstattung
10/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026Great old world charm combined with excellent hospitality and superb cooking. The safari drives were very good and we saw plenty of game including some very memorable moments
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Apr 3, 2026Rustic, colonial style accommodation, spacious rooms, full of antiques and art work. Very friendly staff, great with children. Small outdoor pool in the sun. Warthogs around the gardens. Great safaris and driver. Don't expect super luxury or fabulously appointed modern bathrooms, but everything works and is comfortable. Large suites for families.
The staff offered to cook the kids what they wanted for dinner (main course) but they were given the same starter and lunch as the adults, which doesn't work for fussy kids. No pancakes on menu for breakfast but staff were very obliging when we asked for this.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 3, 2026Super nettes Personal, sehr leckeres Essen und mega Pirschfahrten
10/10
Reviewed Apr 3, 2026Alles, wir haben super lecker gegessen und getrunken und wirklich viele Tiere gesehen
9/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026So freundliche und zuvorkommende Mitarbeiter! Sehr ruhig, man kann richtig entspannen!
10/10
Reviewed Mar 17, 2026Super Ausfahrten, richtig authentisch, gerne wieder...Super Essen
10/10
Reviewed Mar 12, 2026Friendly staff, amazing location, view of stars, great safari, a chance to socialise with others
10/10
Reviewed Mar 11, 2026De ligging is fantastisch, direct aan het Amakhala Park. De huisjes zijn echt Afrikaans, schoon en sfeervol. De bediening is super! Er lopen zebra’s en warthogs in de tuin, zo leuk!
9/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2026Schöne, ruhige Anlage mit großen Zimmern. Toller Pool und eine süße Warthog-Familie im Garten. 🐗 Die Lage im Amahkala Reserve ist perfekt: Die Pirschfahrten mit Oburt waren toll und wir haben viele Tiere gesehen!
Personal war nett & bemüht, aber nicht so herzlich, wie wir es in allen anderen Unterkünften erlebt haben.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 1, 2026Mooi authentiek en super vriendelijk personeel. Fantastisch eten, verhouding prijs/kwaliteit top!
Nvt
10/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2026Look at the pictures, embrace the history and legacy. Appreciate what these great people are trying to do. If you lucky Rose and her cousin will tell you about the history of their home and family. I highly recommend you visit these kind people, game drives, great service and the staff are top draw. ❤️
Why complain
10/10
Reviewed Feb 25, 2026Safari Guide top professionell Personal sehr freundlich
10/10
Reviewed Feb 23, 2026Sehr liebevolles Personal, die sich um alles gekümmert haben. Die gebuchten Safaris waren ebenfalls super. Nur zu empfehlen.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Aardige mensen die ons ontvingen en ons welkom lieten voelen. En een paar geweldige game drives gehad olv Liam wat leuk, mooi, interessant en leerzaam was. Heel veel dieren gezien!
De regen
9/10
Reviewed Jan 26, 2026Built in1905 ,very special experience
10/10
Reviewed Jan 21, 2026Beautiful property and grounds. Wonderful staff. Had a fabulous game drive saw big 5! Had the most amazing time here was very sad to leave. Thank you so much for your fabulous hospitality
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026Lovely friendly staff and our ranger, Liam, on the game drives was exceptional for his enthusiasm, dedication and knowledge.
Nothing really
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Alles TOP, unbedingt empfehlenswert! Sehr bemühtes Personal!
Nichts.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026We had a wonderful stay and truly enjoyed every moment. The food was absolutely excellent – beautifully prepared and full of flavour. The game drive was perfect, with great sightings and a very relaxed, professional atmosphere. What made the experience truly special were the people: everyone was incredibly warm, friendly and welcoming. A lovely place with heart – we would happily return.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 14, 2026Game drive and great staff
10/10
Reviewed Jan 10, 2026Amazing staff, close to PE, outstanding game drive. Feels like home! Gorgeous swimming pool with a view and exceptional dinner & breakfast.
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2026It was very authentic and unpretentious. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Sitting under the trees for meals was lovely! The game drives and game ranger, Liam were exceptional - thank you!
Home style food was mostly good, but buffet or family style service would be better so there wouldn’t be so much waste.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2026Die Lage und die Aussicht in die Umgebung ist top. Die Möglichkeit Tiere zu sehen ist toll. Will man nicht täglich 2 Safaris machen ist es eine gute Preis-Leistung.
Die Gebäude sind etwas alt und dürften renoviert werden. Die Umgebung sollte aufgeräumter sein. Schade liegt so viel Abfall rum respektive wird er im Boden versenkt.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 1, 2026Authentic African wildlife experience. Our ranger was fantastic and all staff were committed to the twin goals of enriching our experience and contributing to conservation
8/10
Reviewed Jan 1, 2026Super safari tour with excellent guide Liam
9/10
Reviewed Jan 1, 2026Tutto, i game drive con Liam bravissimo ranger e la loro ospitalità, il cibo e le camere molto spaziose
Nulla
10/10
Reviewed Dec 23, 2025Makkelijk aan te rijden en van alle gemakken voorzien. Netjes, schoon, veilig, super service. Gamedrives in Amakhala echt geweldig. Big 5 gezien en hoe en nog zoveel meer. Niet massaal, maar met kennis en kunde en alle geduld en rekening houdend met je wensen. Familiekamer was heel fijn met zithoek en aparte slaapkamer met twee bedden voor de kinderen.
Er was niets dat niet is bevallen, het was 37 graden en het zwembad was ook heerlijk voor tussen relaxen, de gamedrives en de maaltijden door.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 20, 2025All food fantastic high quality, facilities up to date, staff super nice and efficient, game drives amazing, rangers very experienced , will go again
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed Dec 12, 2025Shearers Lodge was lovely, excellent chef. Knowledgeable game driver.
Green swimming pool and unfortunately our game driver arrived an hour late for our morning game drive which was very disappointing.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 10, 2025Was realy beutfull.Not a lot peaple.The animals i lake them so mutsch.To see they are free.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 10, 2025Alles. Diese historischen Gebäude versprühen einen traumhaften Charme. Alle Mitarbeiter sind sehr freundlich und vor allem das vegetarische Essen war sehr gut. Aber am Besten waren natürlich die Pirschfahrten. Einfach nur grandios. Einmaliges Erlebnis.
9/10
Reviewed Dec 5, 2025Vorstelijk
10/10
Reviewed Dec 2, 2025Sehr freundliches Personal und einfach ein besonderer Aufenthalt. Das Essen war perfekt und die Umgebung unglaublich familiär. Danke für die tollen Safaris mit Lungi. Einfach geniales Preis-Leistung- Verhältnis!
9/10
Reviewed Nov 25, 2025Loved the how the authenticity of the lodge has been kept, the meals were superb and staff friendly and efficient. The game drives were very informative and worthwhile.
When walking around the grounds bird watching found there was a bit of litter and junk lying around.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 24, 2025Der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Das Essen zum Frühstück und Abendessen war sehr lecker und abwechslungsreich. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Haben auf der Pirschfahrt viele Tiere, inkl. Löwen, Geparden, Nashörner und Elefanten gesehen.
Die nahe gelegene N2 war nicht zu überhören.
10/10
Reviewed Nov 19, 2025Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit sehr leckerem Essen und freundlichem Personal. Die Pirschfahrten waren super!
Die Game Drives bei Halbpension unbedingt vorbuchen.
7/10
Reviewed Nov 9, 2025Lage im Game Resort Sehr gutes Frühstück, gutes Abendessen Gute Morgen- und Nachmittag-Safari
Die ganze Anlage ist in die Jahre gekommen und müsste grundsätzlich renoviert werden. Viel Defizit bezüglich Umweltschutz, beispielsweise wird Altglas ca 100-200 m von der Anlage entfernt in einer ausgehobenen Grube gesammelt und danach offensichtlich mit der Aushubserde zugeschüttet.
10/10
Reviewed Nov 5, 2025Wonderful stay at this beautiful place . Rooms are so comfortable with all the amenities you’d expect in 5 *. Lovely setting with access to pool, gardens , lounge and verandas. The staff are so welcoming and could not fault the hospitality- special thanks to Nomonday and Somsom for making my stay to awesome and to the chefs who created the most delicious food and made me gluten free scones and bread. Can’t wait to return .
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Nov 5, 2025The property was originally a farm from 1908. The house is amazing! It is like going back to that year. There is so much history in it : paintings, photos, furniture. Also, the food was really good! And you can cool down at the pool. We went to two drivers and they were fantastic! We saw a lot of animals including lioness and cheetah.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 4, 2025La bienveillance, l’accueil, l’ambiance Les private game drives Le cadre, le comfort L’accessibilité
Rien! J’ai meme modifie mon itinéraire pour y passer plus de temps!
10/10
Reviewed Oct 23, 2025Ganz toll geführtes Game Reserve, schöne Zimmer, gutes Frühstück und Abendessen. Die Safari-Touren sind gut geführt, inklusive leckerem Lunch.
Es gibt keine Kritikpunkte...
10/10
Reviewed Oct 22, 2025Die Unterkunft liegt auf einem wundervollen Grundstück direkt am Amakhala Game Reserve. Das Personal ist liebevoll und das Essen großartig.
8/10
Reviewed Oct 4, 2025Der Service und das Personal sind sehr freundlich und machen einen super Job. Der Ausblick über die Gärten ist malerisch, alles ist sehr gepflegt. Die Zimmer sind einfach aber erfüllen ihren Zweck. Das Frühstück und Abendessen war sehr lecker. Der Game Drive den wir morgens hatten war super organisiert und wir haben in drei Stunden direkt 4 von den 5 „big five“ gesehen.
9/10
Reviewed Jul 12, 2025Everything
9/10
Reviewed Jul 10, 2025Stunning old farmhouse. Homely and beautiful.
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed May 26, 2025Sitting on a real old fashion stoep with a warthogfamily playing on the grass , yet watchful of our every move. Comfy bed, clean linen to wake up to a majestic sunrise ( hmm watching from the stoep!) And yes sunset breathtaking -again from the stoep . We earn the badge stoepsitters!!! The staff is super friendly and our cleaning lady was the best , she was ever ready ,every where without we seeing her.Food- simply delicious . The game drive with Liam was chilling exciting with 2 lions an 3 cheetahs-woh!
The highway that break into the orchestra of nature.
10/10
Reviewed May 20, 2025Excellent staff, from the reception, cleaning, restaurant and game ranger. The game drives were the best we have ever done. Knowledgeable game ranger and never saw animals so close in their natural environment.
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed May 14, 2025Beautiful period house in a lovely location
No air-conditioning
10/10
Reviewed Apr 15, 2025We loved everything …faultless !
9/10
Reviewed Apr 4, 2025Lovely room with nice outside space with excellent views. Beds were comfortable. Good bathroom with excellent shower and bath. Nice pool area. Quaint bar for pre-dinner drinks and excellent meals with friendly staff in a traditional setting. Good breakfast options. We booked our game drives separately and these were very enjoyable and included a good lunch. Interesting to meet other guests at breakfast and dinner to learn from their experiences and knowledge of the area.
Handover from initial check in to room allocation seemed a little unstructured. Lodges are very close to each other so not particularly private. Rooms were very dark.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 29, 2025Had a beautiful 1 night stay here . The food and service was excellent
8/10
Reviewed Mar 28, 2025Excellent
Game drive very bumpy and game seen pretty ordinary
7/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2025Well looked after
Noise of the Street
9/10
Reviewed Mar 12, 2025Wonderful staff, amazing location, excellent food and great game drives.
Beds creaking quite a bit, pool could've been a bit cleaner but overall only small things.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 21, 2025Everything
The noise from road
10/10
Reviewed Feb 10, 2025Great drives with exceptionally knowledgeable ranger & very friendly & helpful staff
It’s a bit tired but that’s part of its charm
10/10
Reviewed Feb 8, 2025virtually everything!
The pool was a bit green (disappointing) but swimmable
9/10
Reviewed Feb 6, 2025The heritage ambience was perfect for us. The service throughout was excellent, the food was delicious and the game viewing was stunning !
Nothing !
10/10
Reviewed Feb 3, 2025The old fashioned charm of it all…….
The swimming pool water could have been cleaner and clearer……..
10/10
Reviewed Jan 24, 2025This is a beautiful place, a historic old farmhouse in a lovely garden with warthogs, zebra, birds and even a little chapel. It feels like going back in time! The staff are lovely, the food is excellent and the game drives superb!
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 21, 2025Everything about the farm was amazing, food, service the room e erything.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2025The staff was very kind. They pampered us with welcome drinks, flowers in the room, and delicious dishes. The game drive was perfect—we managed to see the Big Five and much more, with lots of interesting explanations and stories. The colonial-style rooms made it feel like stepping into another era. Everything was perfect. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
10/10
Reviewed Jan 16, 2025Beautiful property and amazing staff - such a lovely experience showing off our country that made me very proud as a South African
10/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2025The whole team were amazing and it felt like one big family- nothing was too much!! The rangers were very knowledgeable, and communicated expertly with one another to ensure you had the best chance of sightings. The reserve has grown significantly since my last visit 14years ago and remains as beautiful as I remembered. The rooms were super comfy, with huge beds and modernised bathrooms. The pool area was lovely, overlooking the reserve with frequent wildlife visitors, making for a great refreshing dip between game drives. The food was delicious! We couldn’t fault it and can’t wait to come back.
How short our stay was!!!!
8/10
Reviewed Dec 27, 2024Really nicley appointed very friendly
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2024Absolutely beautiful farm with large garden. Very easy to reach (right off the N2). Great game drives and very friendly staff.
Nothing, everything (really!) was perfect for a family stay.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2024Stunning old style accommodation.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 9, 2024We stayed three nights at the country house and loved every minute of it. The house itself with its friendly staff, cozy rooms and 3-course-dinner was already unique. The stay included two Game drives per day and each was an adventure of its own! Thanks to our rangers Marlie and Hain we not only got to see many animals - we learned about their behavior such as the plants, history and culture of Amakhla. Huge recommendation!
10/10
Reviewed Dec 7, 2024Nice staff! Room was beautiful but could use an AC. Food was exceptional and the whole property was well taken care of. Game Drives (additional cost) were also great. Molly our Ranger was very welcoming and we had a great time.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 3, 2024The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, the food was wonderful, the safaris were exceptional.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 21, 2024Former classic farm location very nicely transformed into guesthouse. Beautiful gardens with entertaining animals visiting.
Room in Shearers Lodge needs some refurbishing, paint, carpet. Furniture a bit scarse.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 14, 2024The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. The food was very tasty and well presented. The game drives informative and varied. The ranger Ouboet was very knowledgable.
Little to fault at this lodge. Possibly need to keep up the maintenance.
Guest Feedback
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What guests love
- •Exceptional service and friendly, attentive staff
- •Outstanding food and well-presented meals
- •Excellent safari/game drives and wildlife sightings (big 5, warthogs, zebras)
- •Great location within the reserve with starry nights and garden wildlife
- •Authentic, spacious rooms with colonial charm
- •Family-friendly atmosphere and repeat guests indicate strong appeal
Areas to consider
- •Not ultra-luxurious or modern bathrooms—more a farmhouse/colonial feel
- •Limited on-site amenities (small pool, modest facilities)
- •Minor service warmth variation noted by one guest
- •Occasional children’s menu issues (starter/lunch same as adults; pancake not on menu)
Cleanliness
9.3/10Multiple guests explicitly note rooms were spotless and clean (e.g., 'rooms were spotless', 'schoon'), supporting a very positive cleanliness score.
Service
9.8/10Reviews consistently praise staff and service as outstanding, attentive and welcoming (birthdays made special, friendly/helpful hosts); one comment mentioned staff were 'not so heartfelt' but overall sentiment is excellent.
Location
9.9/10Location repeatedly highlighted as a major strength (directly on Amakhala/Amahkala park, excellent safari access, starry nights, wildlife in gardens), making it a top-rated aspect.
Room Quality
9/10Rooms described as rustic/colonial, spacious, full of antiques and comfortable; guests note they are clean and family-friendly but not ultra-luxurious or with modern high-end bathrooms.
Amenities
8.8/10Amenities mentioned include a small outdoor pool and good safari facilities; limited modern luxury and modest on-site amenities keep this slightly lower than other categories.
Value for Money
9.1/10Several guests comment on excellent price/quality and repeat visits, indicating good value for money overall.
Food and Beverage
9.6/10Food is repeatedly praised as outstanding, delicious and well presented across reviews; staff were flexible (e.g., accommodating breakfast requests).
Overall Experience
9.7/10Many reviewers call the stay a highlight, praising safaris, hospitality, atmosphere and wildlife sightings; overwhelmingly positive overall sentiment.