Umoja Kruger Bushvilla - Wildlife without fences – Home 4962809 Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- 1 night min stay
Umoja Kruger Bushvilla - Wildlife without fences – Home 4962809
- Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- 1 night min stay
Key Info
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Enjoy the quietness of the African bush while impala's, waterbuck and warthogs roam through your garden and in the background occasionally the Kruger elephants come to drink from the waterhole in the garden. Safari from your own private terrace! Have the children play in the private splash pool while enjoying the sunset or the African stars.. a magical experience. Welcome to Bushvilla Umoja Kruger (the spirit of togetherness); can be rented as self catering or semi B&B (we can add a breakfast a/o dinner pack upon arrival for you in the fridge for a day or 2. )
Bushvilla Umoja Kruger has three large bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom, a spacious modern and comfortably furnished living room which extends into a large luxury furnished kitchen/dining area. The house is furnished luxurious with a leather sitting area, a dining area for 8, DSTV and fee Wi-Fi. The wrap around terrace with multiple seating areas for the ideal indoor/outdoor living style. You will find a stone barbecue (braai) and a splashpool overlooking a watering hole. A comfortable lounge set, an outside dining area and seating areas everywhere to enjoy a good glass of African wine while listening to those typical bushsounds. The covered private carport offers parking for 2 cars. A large garden secures your privacy. Situated on a residential estate in a nature Reserve, directly adjacent to, and overlooking the Kruger Park. There is an additiona swimming pool for guests as well as view tower over the Kruger park.
Hotel ammenities, basic condiments, linen, towels, check-in&-out cleaning are included and stays >5 nights = an in-between housecleaning every 3rd/4th day as well. Additional housecleaning is possible at an additional fee, We do not have a washing machine but upon request we can see with the house manager about laundry service ($).
We can organise a Kruger safari, bushbraai, bushwalk, boatsafari for you and Hoedspruit sanctuaries, Blyde river boatcruise, Panorama route (Three Rondavel viewpoint) and Magoebaskloof (ziplining and waterfalls) are at max 1,5hrs drive from Phalaborwa. The best from one location.
Our aim is to offer our guests not only a beautiful holiday house, but a unique holiday experience at an affordable cost.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds - 3 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Deck
- Internet access
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Check-out = 10h, Check in time is from 14h-16h. - outside these hours: contact us prior to booking.
Prior to arrival we will need a copy of the ID cards of all adults and a singed indemnity form for security and as large game may roam.
About the owner
Chantal S.
- Calendar last updated:
- 04 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 9
- Based in:
- Netherlands
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 48 reviews
Excellent
48 reviews
- Excellent
- 45
- Very Good
- 3
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“2 notti nel bush”
Tutto è stato assolutamente perfetto. La casa è corredata di tutto il necessario. Inoltre staff gentile, attento e premuroso.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
“A comfortable experience with nature in the wild”
A true bush experience in what is obviously a home as well as a rental property. Situated some 7km north of Phalabowra on a private nature reserve the access road is worth the journey! The hosts (base… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your lovely review and we definitely hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Chantal Settels, owner Bushvilla Umoja Kruger.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Umoja for an unforgetable experience!”
Umoja Bushvilla is absolutely the best and most beautiful holiday house I have ever visited (and I visited a lot). In every way this house is as good as perfect. The location, next to the Kruger Park,… More
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“Mitten in der Natur und doch sehr komfortabel!”
Da wir (meine Frau und ich) schon häufiger in Südafrika waren und diese Mal keine Lust hatten herumzureisen, waren wir auf der Suche nach einer Unterkunft, die uns maximale Unabhängigke… More
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Response from the owner Vielen Dank für diese liebe Worten und wie immer: wir sehen sie gerne mahl wieder zurück! Chantal Settels - owner Bushvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences
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“Wer da war kommt wieder”
Auch wir kommen demnächst zurück.... Naturliebhaber werden sich in Umoja wohl fühlen. Wir hatten täglich Besuch von Elefanten. Und selbstverständlich kamen auch Impalas, Busch… More
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Response from the owner Vielen Dank für diese liebe Worten, und wir hoffen ihr kommt noch mahl zurück. Schöne Grussen, Chantal Settels - owner Bushvilla Umoja Kruger-wildlife without fences.
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“Dream house”
The house is lovely, the comfort, the atmosphere and of course the surrounding with surprisingly wild life. First they we saw 2 Elephants! it's is place to stay for short and long term, close to … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review and indeed.. we do have wildlife roaming freely so careful when walking around. But that is perhaps what makes this place so special as well. We hope to welcome you back one day. Warm regards, Chantal Settels - owner Busvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences.
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“What a beautiful place to be, highly recommended”
In September 2022 we stayed for six beautiful nights in the Umoja Bushvilla owned by Chantal and Serge. A couple of hours before we arrived Chantal already contacted us to make sure we would find our… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your lovely review and we hope that we may welcome you back in the future. It was a pleasure to have you as our enthousiastic guests any day! Warm regards Chantal Settels, owner Bushvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences
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“Dream house”
Wij mochten hier een deel van ons huwelijksreis doorbrengen, dit huis wat heerlijk ruim is en van alle gemakken voorzien is en een heerlijk terras heeft heeft onze huwelijksreis speciaal gemaakt, je h… More
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Response from the owner Bedankt voor je geweldige review en we vonden het een eer om jullie op de huwelijksreis in ons huis te mogen verwelkomen. Hopelijk tot snel (weer) ziens!
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“We hebben genoten!”
Umoja stond al een tijdje op onze bucket list en ik kan alleen maar zeggen dat het huis en de support van de eigenaren en caretaker volledig aan de verwachtingen hebben voldaan. Het huis is ruim, geze… More
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Response from the owner Beste Marja, wat fijn om te horen dat jullie het zo naar je zin hebt gehad en we hopen zeker om jullie in de nabije toekomst weer een keer terug te zien. Bedankt voor deze geweldige recensie, we zullen ons best blijven doen. Met vriendelijke groet Chantal Settels - owner Bushvilla Umoja Kruger, wildlife without fences.
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“Cosy and well-equipped villa with direct access to wildlife”
The four of us spent 6 days at Umoja House. Depending on the time of day, we sat down on one of the three terraces, watched bird, impalas and other animals and made plans for the next day, e.g. a game… More
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Response from the owner Dear Tina, Thank you for this lovely review, it was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and we certainly hope to welcome you back in the near future. We will let Paula and the cleaning ladies know that you were happy as they are our solid pilars. Warm regards, Chantal Settels Bushvilla Umoja Kruger - wildlife without fences
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Chantal (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Chantal (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Chantal (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Chantal the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Chantal (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Chantal (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Chantal (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Chantal (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Chantal (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Chantal (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Chantal (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Chantal (the owner) a message.
If Chantal (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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