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Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate
NKOVA SABIE — LUXURY SAFARI VILLA ON THE SABIE RIVER
Rated 10/10. Newly built. Exclusively yours.
Nkova Sabie is a luxury self-catered villa sleeping up to 10 guests, set within the exclusive Elephant Point Private Reserve on the banks of the Sabie River — with uninterrupted views directly into the Kruger National Park. Paul Kruger Gate is 7 minutes away.
This is not a standard holiday rental. Every detail has been chosen to give guests an exceptional African experience: hand-crafted live-edge furniture, reclaimed wood frames around the owner's award-winning wildlife photography, Egyptian cotton linen, granite baths and outside showers in every en-suite, and a heated infinity pool that seems to pour straight into the bush.
Hippos wallow in the river below. Lions, leopards and elephant roam the park minutes away. And when the sun goes down, the boma fire comes alive under a sky full of stars.
───────────────────────────────────── THE VILLA AT A GLANCE ───────────────────────────────────── ✔ Exclusive use — the entire property is yours ✔ 5 bedrooms (2 king upstairs, 2 twin downstairs, 2 pull-down singles in gym) ✔ Sleeps up to 10 guests ✔ 4 en-suite bathrooms ✔ Heated infinity pool overlooking Kruger National Park ✔ Daily housekeeper (cleaning, washing, ironing) ✔ 24/7 electricity via new backup generator ✔ Wi-Fi with booster points in every bedroom ✔ Boma with fire pit and wood provided ✔ Gym and yoga studio ✔ Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout ✔ Fly screens throughout ✔ No thatch — ideal for allergy sufferers
───────────────────────────────────── THE BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ───────────────────────────────────── All four en-suite bedrooms are finished to a five-star hotel standard: - 100% Egyptian cotton linen on extra-long mattresses with goose down duvets - 'Soft as Down' mattress topper on every bed - Huge imported granite baths (easily fits two people) - Double granite sinks, inside shower and outside shower - Private balcony with table and chairs - Two armchairs, spacious wardrobe, in-room safe and hairdryer - Edison lighting and full-length blackout linen curtains - Luxury bathroom amenity kit
───────────────────────────────────── OUTSIDE — POOL, TERRACE & BOMA ───────────────────────────────────── The outdoor spaces are the heart of Nkova Sabie: - Heated infinity pool with partial shade, 6 sun loungers and 2 umbrellas - Luxury outdoor day beds and pool towels provided - Tiled patio and wooden deck with hand-crafted dining furniture - Gas lanterns, solar jars and outdoor lighting throughout - Braai area with grill - Boma with fire pit, director's chairs, removable grill and wood provided - Boma dining available via catering service (starlit dinners, breakfast, lunch)
───────────────────────────────────── LIVING SPACES & KITCHEN ───────────────────────────────────── Downstairs: velvet sofas and armchairs, wood-burning fireplace, hand-crafted live-edge dining table, award-winning African wildlife photography throughout, reference books and African artefacts.
Upstairs: velvet sofas with footstools, 85" HD internet TV, work desk overlooking Kruger National Park, two inside lookout areas with padded bar stools, outdoor lookout terrace, and a fully equipped bar with dishwasher, bottle cooler and fridge.
Kitchen: fully equipped with black Zimbabwean granite worktops, 5-plate gas hob, 2 eye-level ovens, ice maker, coffee maker, double-door fridge, 2 dishwashers, washing machine and tumble dryer, and a separate spacious scullery. All cookware, cutlery and cookbooks provided.
───────────────────────────────────── SERVICES AVAILABLE TO BOOK ───────────────────────────────────── All of the following can be arranged before or during your stay:
🚐 AIRPORT TRANSFERS - Skukuza Airport: R1,550 per shuttle / R2,325 with luggage trailer - KMIA (Nelspruit), Nelspruit and OR Tambo: rates on request
🦁 GUIDED GAME DRIVES (into Kruger National Park) - Morning drive: R860 per person (includes hot drinks & snacks) - Afternoon drive: R860 per person (includes cold drinks & snacks) - Full day drive: R1,590 per person (includes all refreshments) - Exclusive safari vehicle with professional guide - Departs from Elephant Point — Kruger conservation fees not included
🍽️ CATERING SERVICES - Private in-villa chef - Boma starlit dinners - Boma breakfast, lunch and dinner - Game drive picnic boxes - Birthday packages - Kosher and Halal catering available - Pre-arrival grocery shopping
💆 MOBILE SPA - Treatments brought to you at the villa — pool, deck or in-room - Full treatment menu available on request
───────────────────────────────────── THE LOCATION ───────────────────────────────────── Nkova Sabie is located within Elephant Point Private Reserve on the R536 — the scenic road between Hazyview and Paul Kruger Gate.
- Paul Kruger Gate (Kruger National Park): 7 minutes - Hazyview (supermarkets, restaurants, fuel): 15 minutes - Skukuza Airport: 26km through the Kruger National Park - KMIA / Nelspruit: approximately 1 hour - Johannesburg / OR Tambo: approximately 5 hours
The area around Paul Kruger Gate and the Sabie River is widely regarded as one of the best parts of the Kruger for wildlife — particularly for leopard, which are seen here more frequently than almost anywhere else in the park.
───────────────────────────────────── WHAT GUESTS SAY ───────────────────────────────────── ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 — Exceptional
"We loved the amazing sunsets with the hippos in the background. Sitting in the boma under the African stars — your place is heaven on earth."
"The most incredible house. We saw lions, cheetahs, wild dogs and leopards. A safari paradise — and the decoration made us want to redecorate our own homes!"
───────────────────────────────────── GOOD TO KNOW ───────────────────────────────────── - Non-smoking property throughout - Pets not accepted (bush environment) - No thatch — suitable for guests with thatch allergies - Changeover day: flexible - Check-in from 15:00 / Check-out by 10:00 - We recommend guests have their own vehicle once at Elephant Point - Fuel up in Hazyview before the final stretch — no petrol station on the R536 - Save the GPS coordinates before you travel: 24°57.3620 S / 31°25.1749 E - Mobile signal can be weak on the R536 — download your route offline in advance
Se permiten eventos: reuniones familiares, cumpleaños y bodas
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Número de registro de la propiedad 2017/356349/07
Número de alojamiento: 11770366
Este alojamiento está gestionado por un propietario particular (es decir, una parte que no actúa dentro de su mercado, negocio o profesión). No se aplicará la legislación de protección de consumidores de la UE a tu reserva, incluido el derecho de desistimiento. La política de cancelación establecida por el propietario particular cubrirá tu reserva.
Puede aplicarse un recargo por cada persona adicional, según la política del alojamiento.
A tu llegada, pueden pedirte un documento de identidad oficial con foto y una tarjeta de crédito o débito, o un depósito en efectivo, para cubrir los gastos imprevistos.
No se garantizan las solicitudes especiales, que están sujetas a disponibilidad en el momento de la llegada y pueden suponer un recargo adicional.
Se permite celebrar fiestas y eventos, como reuniones familiares, cumpleaños y bodas, en las instalaciones con un máximo de 16 personas.
Se aceptan estancias de larga duración.
El propietario ha indicado que el alojamiento cuenta con un detector de monóxido de carbono.
El propietario ha indicado que el alojamiento cuenta con un detector de humo.
Entre los elementos de seguridad de este alojamiento, se incluye lo siguiente: extintor.
Este alojamiento tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios o terrazas que pueden no ser adecuados para niños; si tienes alguna duda, te recomendamos contactar con el alojamiento antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedan hospedarte en una habitación adecuada
Información sobre la zona
eMakhazeni
Esta villa se encuentra en eMakhazeni. Estatua de Paul Kruger y Paul Kruger Gate son algunos de los lugares emblemáticos de la región, donde también puedes acercarte a Campo de golf Skukuza y AM Spa Kruger si buscas unas vacaciones activas. Tendrás la oportunidad de disfrutar del agua realizando actividades como pesca o natación, pero también podrás vivir grandes aventuras practicando el ciclismo o el ciclismo de montaña en las inmediaciones.
Viewing Deck @ Protea Hotel Kruger Park - A 16 min en coche
Lapa Restaurant - A 16 min en coche
Shilovo Bar - A 16 min en coche
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The Bar @ Sabi Sabi Little Bush Lodge - A 76 min en coche
Preguntas frecuentes
¿En Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate hay piscina?
Sí, este alojamiento cuenta con una piscina.
¿Cuánto cuesta alojarse en Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate?
A fecha de 15 de jul de 2026, los precios encontrados para una estancia de una noche y dos adultos en Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate el 18 de jul de 2026 son de al menos 2346 €, tasas e impuestos incluidos. El precio se basa en la tarifa por noche más barata encontrada en las últimas 24 horas para los próximos 30 días. Los precios están sujetos a cambios. Selecciona tus fechas para ver precios más precisos.
¿En Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate se aceptan mascotas?
No, este alojamiento no admite mascotas.
¿Cuál es el precio del aparcamiento en Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate?
El alojamiento cuenta con estacionamiento propio.
¿A qué hora se realiza la entrada en Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate?
Hora de inicio del registro de entrada: 16:00.
¿A qué hora se realiza la salida en Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate?
La salida se realiza a las 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Luxury safari villa | Sabie River | 7 min to Kruger Gate?
Esta villa de eMakhazeni se encuentra a menos de 10 kilómetros de Estatua de Paul Kruger, Kruger National Park y Paul Kruger Gate. Campo de golf Skukuza y AM Spa Kruger también están a menos de 25 kilómetros.
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10/10 Excelente
Justin M.
29 de jul de 2025
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This was a gorgeous house and the staff was really friendly!
Justin M.
Se alojó 4 noches en julio de 2025
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 29 de jul de 2025
Thank you it was a pleasure to host you all
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Propietario/a: Michael Ryan
Mike and Nicki Ryan are a British couple who met in Africa over 30 years ago and have been returning ever since. Africa got under our skin and never let go — the light, the wildlife, the sounds at night, the smell of red earth after rain. We didn't want to just visit any more. We wanted to share it.
Nicki is an award-winning wildlife photographer whose images hang throughout the villa, printed large and framed in reclaimed wood. Every photograph was taken in the field — many within the Kruger National Park itself. Mike shares the same passion for Africa and the bush. Follow our wildlife photography on Instagram: @nickiryan_wildlife and @mikeryan8865.
Our two sons visit regularly — sometimes with us, sometimes independently. They've grown up with Africa in their bones, and they'll tell you what we'll tell you: no two days here are ever the same.
We are based in the UK but our hearts are firmly on the banks of the Sabie River. We are hands-on owners who care deeply about every guest's experience. You will deal with us personally — from your first enquiry to your final morning — and we will do everything we can to make your stay exceptional.
We built Nkova Sabie out of love for this place. We hope it gives you what Africa has given us.
Por qué escogió este alojamiento
We have been visiting South Africa for over 30 years and the southern Kruger kept calling us back. The bush around the Sabie River has a particular quality that is hard to put into words — a density of wildlife, a drama of landscape, and a quality of light that photographers dream about.
The area around Paul Kruger Gate is consistently regarded as one of the best parts of the Kruger National Park for wildlife. Leopard are seen here more frequently than almost anywhere else in the park. Lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, cheetah, wild dog and hippo are all regularly encountered. With 145 mammal species and over 500 bird species, no two drives are ever the same.
What sealed it for us was standing on the banks of the Sabie River at sunset, watching hippos wallow below as the sky turned gold over the park. The Kruger stretched out in front of us, wild and endless. We knew instantly that this was the place.
The name says everything: Nkova means 'river valley' in Shangaan — the language of the local people — and Sabie takes its name from the river below. The name was a deliberate choice to honour the land, the culture and the people who have called this extraordinary place home for generations.
Qué hace que este alojamiento sea especial
Nkova Sabie is not a standard holiday rental. It is a newly built, exclusive-use luxury villa sleeping up to 10 guests, designed by the owner — award-winning wildlife photographer Nicki Ryan — with a clear vision: a home that feels deeply African without being contrived.
Every detail was chosen with intention. Reclaimed woods. Hand-crafted live-edge furniture. Cemcrete floors. Nicki's own award-winning wildlife photography, printed large and framed in reclaimed wood, throughout every room. Nothing here is accidental.
The villa sits within the exclusive Elephant Point Private Reserve on the banks of the Sabie River, with uninterrupted views directly into the Kruger National Park. Paul Kruger Gate is 7 minutes away. Hippos wallow in the river below your window.
But beyond the views and the design, what guests mention most is something harder to photograph: the smell of red earth after rain. Wild sage on the morning air. Wood smoke from the boma. The sound of the bush at night.
A daily housekeeper attends to every need. Game drives, a private chef, mobile spa treatments and airport transfers are all available. The heated infinity pool looks straight into the Kruger. The boma fire burns under a sky full of stars.
We built this place out of love for Africa. Guests feel that the moment they arrive.