A Landmark Hotel Estate With Wildlife, Cinema & 19 Development Plots

An architectural masterpiece. A wildlife sanctuary. A fully developed hospitality estate.
Set within the secure and serene landscape of Elandsfontein 352 JR, this extraordinary property is a rare convergence of luxury, scale, infrastructure, and untapped development potential. Comprising an operational boutique hotel, entertainment and conference facilities, multiple residences, pristine savanna, mountain terrain, and 19 additional plots — all included in one acquisition — this is not merely a property. It is a landmark estate.
Total Land Size: 1,826,188 hectares
Zoning: Agricultural / Tourism
A Grand Arrival
From the moment one enters through the private estate gates and travels along the tarred approach road, the tone is set: refined, exclusive, unforgettable.
Rare antique hand-carved wooden doors open into a stately lobby where craftsmanship, texture, and proportion create immediate impact. The coffee bar, reception lounge, and curated decorative elements speak to global influence and timeless elegance.
Every finish has been selected with intention. Every space carries presence.
Boutique Hotel & Entertainment Pavilion
Refined Hospitality
10 luxury guest suites, each with elegant en-suite bathrooms
Reception lounge with integrated coffee bar
Fully equipped bar and lounge with professional wine cellar
Off-sales liquor licence
Restaurant with chef’s kitchen — formerly home to one of South Africa’s Top 10 fine-dining establishments
Extensive wine storage facilities that previously housed an internationally recognised collection
Dedicated art gallery space
The culinary and wine infrastructure alone positions this estate as a destination venue of remarkable calibre.
Private Leisure & Corporate Infrastructure
16-seater private cinema
Multiple conference venues and executive office suites
Clubhouse and entertainment areas
Resort-style swimming pool
Extensive storage and back-of-house operational areas
19 covered parking bays plus additional on-site parking
Complete Self-Sufficiency
Model C150 136 kVA generator ensuring uninterrupted operation
Four fully equipped boreholes delivering independent water supply
Comprehensive irrigation system
Professionally landscaped gardens with a licensed cycad collection
Staff accommodation
This is a hospitality estate designed for continuity, resilience, and scale.
The Estate Residences & Development Parcels
Beyond the hotel complex lies a rare expansion portfolio: 19 additional plots, each incorporated into the purchase price.
Lot 2 – The Lana Thai Master Residence (9,0124 HA)
An architectural statement inspired by Indochine elegance.
This four-bedroom en-suite residence blends Eastern artistry with African landscape. Jim Thompson silk wall coverings, curated interior gardens, koi ponds, authentic Thai temple structures, and Oriental statuary create an atmosphere of quiet opulence.
Features include:
Designer kitchen with Gaggenau appliances
Formal dining with interior garden
Multiple seasonal lounges
Gymnasium
Executive study
Extensive library space previously housing over 7,000 volumes
Wine cellar for a 2,000-bottle collection
Five garages
Automated irrigation and borehole
Two additional fully equipped staff residences with garages and swimming pool complete this enclave.
Elevated Mountain Parcels – Lots 3 & 4
Expansive mountain-to-valley terrain offering panoramic views across the estate and beyond.
Cemented access roads to elevated viewpoints
Existing structural foundations and dwellings ready for redevelopment
Borehole infrastructure
These parcels present exceptional opportunity for luxury villas, eco-lodges, or private residences positioned against dramatic skyline backdrops.
Pristine Wildlife Savanna – Lots 5, 8, 9 & 16
Untouched indigenous landscape bordered by seasonal rivers and earth dams — natural gathering points for zebra, waterbuck, black wildebeest, and impala.
Sweeping grasslands, mature trees, and tranquil water features create a safari-like setting without sacrificing accessibility to Gauteng’s urban nodes.
This is land that offers atmosphere, movement, and ecological beauty.
Residential & Expansion Nodes – Lots 6, 13, 14 & 15
A collection of developed homes, apartments, rondavel foundations, cottages, and infrastructure-ready parcels providing immediate functionality and long-term development scope.
Highlights include:
Multi-apartment family residence with panoramic verandas and swimming pool
Large family home with outbuildings and fitted borehole
Labourer’s cottages and staff accommodation
Secure perimeter walls and electronic access gates
Boreholes across multiple sites
These properties allow for staff housing, guest overflow, rental income, or phased luxury lodge expansion.
A Rare Convergence of Scale and Sophistication
This estate offers:
Operational boutique hotel infrastructure
Established restaurant and liquor licensing
Conference and cinema facilities
Wildlife-rich natural landscape
Mountain and valley topography
Independent utilities and water security
19 additional plots included in the acquisition
Agricultural and tourism zoning flexibility
Few properties combine architectural artistry, operational readiness, land banking scale, ecological presence, and expansion capacity within one secure estate.
An Icon in the Making
Whether envisioned as:
A flagship luxury retreat
An ultra-private residence with hospitality arm
A corporate leadership campus
A wellness or destination resort
A generational investment portfolio
This estate stands ready.
It is bold.
It is refined.
It is expansive.
And it is undeniably a showstopper.