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Located in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Leeuwenbosch Country House offers luxurious country-style accommodation amidst extensive gardens with a chapel and outdoor pool. It offers games drives with the chance to see the Big Five. The rooms are located in an historic family farmhouse with high ceilings, verandas and original features such as a fireplace. Each room has a private bathroom stocked with free toiletries. All meals are freshly prepared at the Leeuwenbosch Country House and served in the dining room with an exposed timber ceiling. Guests can relax after an active day on one of the wooden stools in the bar. Two daily game drives in an open vehicle are included the rates at Leeuwenbosch, consisting of 1 afternoon drive and 1 morning drive. Leeuwenbosch Country House is situated in the greater Addo and frontier country area and are 28 km from Addo Elephant Park. The Shamwari Game Reserve is 8 km away and free private parking is available. Shuttle services from the airport can be arranged at a surcharge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
5.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had a beautiful 1 night stay here . The food and service was excellent
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The heritage ambience was perfect for us. The service throughout was excellent, the food was delicious and the game viewing was stunning !
  • Loucas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property and amazing staff - such a lovely experience showing off our country that made me very proud as a South African
  • Anne
    Germany Germany
    We 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!...
  • Dr
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, the food was wonderful, the safaris were exceptional.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The 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.
  • Karen
    Ireland Ireland
    Old world quirky property . Staff are lovely helpful, friendly and efficient.
  • Monica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food was amazing, staff were wonderful - they couldn't have done enough for us. Location was perfect as just off the N2 and not far from Port Elizabeth to catch our flight. Our safari guide Mel was outstanding - very passionate about the animals...
  • Mary
    South Africa South Africa
    As always it was an absolute treat to stay here. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great food, fabulous setting. Game drives always such fun. That's why we keep on coming back!
  • Tatjana
    Germany Germany
    Super friendly staff! Room got tidied up multiple times a day. Safari was amazing and so was our guide Mali.

Managed by Leeuwenbosch

Company review score: 9.3Based on 10,261 reviews from 19 properties
19 managed properties

Company information

Leeuwenbosch Country House is an eight bed, quality game lodge, created from the gracious 1908 Settler home of the Fowlds family and steeped in the history of the South African Eastern Cape Frontier. The accommodation and delicious cuisine is complimented by a wide range of game viewing and related outdoor pursuits and activities on the Game Reserve, all led by competent Professional Guides.

Property information

A 3-Star Safari Experience In An Historic Country House On The Amakhala Game Reserve.

Neighbourhood information

We are a gracious country house located in the malaria free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Our beautiful country home is set amidst beautiful indigenous gardens, offering luxurious safari accommodation and a family safari experience steeped in settler history.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala Game Reserve
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
  • Horse riding
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool

    Wellness

    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala Game Reserve takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 17:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    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 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    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.

    FAQs about Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala Game Reserve