Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala Game Reserve

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

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About this property

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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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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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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: 9.4Based on 9,954 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

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
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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.