General Information:

Situated in the north of the Reserve, The Homestead at &Beyond Phinda is a gracious sole-use safari villa that blends seamlessly into the surrounding trees and bush. This exclusive, cutting-edge lodge boasts four spacious and luxurious suites that feature unique sliding panel windows with sweeping views of the surrounding African bushveld. The emphasis is on outdoor spaces to encourage family and friends to maximise usage of the expansive central living areas. Celebrating both Phinda and Zululand, traditional materials of thatch, gumpole and stone tile have been used throughout. The outdoor sitting area is the heart of the Homestead and the perfect place to laze away the hours on inviting sofas. Complete with private ranger/host, tracker, butler and chef, as well as exclusive-use of an open 4x4 safari vehicle, The Homestead is ideal for family celebrations and special occasion safaris. An interactive kitchen allows for intimate, informal dining and a rim flow eternity pool provides for respite from the heat of the day.

Accommodation:

Inviting rooms designed around retro trinkets, Zulu crafts and sleek, contemporary touches reinforce the impression that this private safari villa is designed for comfort and ease. Savour the luxury of Africa’s wide open spaces with the sky and savanna theme of The Homestead at &Beyond Phinda.

Breathtakingly stylish and sophisticated yet refreshingly simple, The Homestead provides the ideal venue to reconnect with friends and family. With the warm, friendly faces and helping hands of a full complement of staff ready to welcome you on arrival, you will instantly feel as though this is your second home.

Dining:

An interactive kitchen awaits your instructions, whether it’s the simple joys of having your favourite meals prepared for you or the pure pleasure of being surprised at meal time. Enjoy the simple ritual of communal meals shared with special people around a spacious table. The warm colours of the African bush brought inside and a focus on stylish comfort, coupled with genuine hospitality from your personal chef and butler will have you feeling at ease in this private villa.

Activities:

Sunbird's Delight - Winter time is flowering time for the aloes in and around the mountainous regions of Phinda. Daryl, Grant and I, armed with our cameras lay in ambush to see which birds and insects would fly and feed on the nectar of the aloes, namely the species Aloe.

Squeal of Death - The sun was setting over Phinda Game Reserve as another delightful day came to an end in the marvellous Maputuland.

Felines of Phinda - As the rose-red sun started it’s ascend above the outline of treetops of Phinda game reserve, we made our way south from Forest lodge. The morning rays a welcomed by rangers and guests alike as the early chill subsides.