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Mkumumbura Lodge, Swartwater, Limpopo
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under negotiation
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Location
Swartwater and its surrounding areas boast several notable natural attractions. One of the highlights is the Swartwater Baobab, a massive and ancient tree recognized as one of South Africa’s largest baobabs. Designated a Champion Tree, it stands as a remarkable natural landmark that draws the attention of visitors with its impressive size and historical significance.
Approximately 100 kilometres to the west lies Mapungubwe National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and ecological diversity. The park offers visitors the opportunity to explore archaeological treasures, scenic landscapes, and a variety of wildlife, making it a must-visit destination in the region.
Summary
Established Revenue Streams:
- Accommodation: The primary source of income is derived from its seven fully equipped, freestanding chalets. Revenue is generated through short-term rentals, extended stay packages and seasonal rate optimization.
- Eco-Tourism and Activity-Based Income: The lodge’s natural setting and wildlife attractions enable monetization through curated guest experiences: guided game drives and wildlife viewing tours, unique cat feedings sessions, bush picnics, sunset viewing and birdwatching excursions.
- Food & Beverage Services: While the lodge operates as a self-catering facility, additional F&B revenue is possible through pre-prepared braai packs, picnic baskets, or welcome hampers available for purchase and bar sales for specific event catering functions.
- Event & Function Hire: The lodge’s scenic bushveld setting is ideal for intimate events such as private celebrations, corporate retreats, and weddings, with opportunities for exclusive-use bookings during weekends and holiday seasons enhancing the guest experience while unlocking additional .
- Established Hunting Operation: Fully licensed with a strong track record, the lodge attracts both local and international hunters seeking ethical, professionally guided experiences.
- On-site Abattoir: The lodge owns and operates a fully certified abattoir where game and livestock meat are processed, packaged and distributed to major retailers.
- Butchery and Meat Processing plant …….
- Game Auctions: The lodge has the capacity to host big game auctions including giraffe and large plain game.
- Butchery – meat sales
Strategic Growth Potential:
- Accommodation Expansion: There is scope to increase guest capacity by adding new chalets, glamping units, or premium suites, allowing the lodge to attract a broader market from adventure seekers to honeymooners.
- Events & Exclusive Use: The tranquil setting is ideal for hosting weddings, corporate retreats, and wellness escapes. Custom packages for exclusive lodge hire during peak periods can drive high-margin revenue.
- Uninterrupted Power Supply: Located on a military power line, the property is exempt from load shedding ensuring reliable electricity for events without the need for generators.
- These areas provide a clear roadmap for sustainable, scalable growth while enhancing the guest experience and long-term profitability.
Investment Viability:
This opportunity is a high-potential investment opportunity in a strategically located, ecologically rich region of the Free State. Situated within a key conservation corridor, the lodge is ideally positioned to attract the growing market of eco-conscious travelers while supporting sustainable land use and biodiversity protection. As demand for responsible tourism continues to rise, this location-driven asset presents investors with long-term value appreciation, scalability, and alignment with global environmental and tourism trends.
Situation
Mukumbura Lodge Swartwater is situated on a 2000-hectare game farm in the heart of the bushveld, near the small town of Swartwater in Limpopo, South Africa. Conveniently located along the N11 at Farm Oatlands, approximately 30 km from the Groblersbrug border post between South Africa and Botswana.
Situated approximately 174 km northwest of Polokwane and 321 km north of Pretoria, it forms part of the Limpopo tourism route that traces the Limpopo River, linking scenic towns such as Alldays, Maasstroom, and Tom Burke. This route is celebrated for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Swartwater offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and travellers looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region.
Description
The Lodge boasts a prestigious 4-star rating and offers guests a comfortable and well-appointed self-catering accommodation experience, complete with modern amenities, spacious living areas, and a serene setting that ensures both relaxation and convenience for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.
Accommodation:
- 7 x Freestanding Chalets: Accommodating up to four guests with two bedrooms (one king-size bed and two single beds), a shared bathroom with a shower, and a fully equipped kitchen. Amenities include air conditioning, a lounge with DStv, free Wi-Fi, and a private patio with braai facilities.
Facilities:
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Games room
- Bar
- Wedding and conference venue
- On-site abattoir
- Game auctions
Activities:
- Game drives
- Cat viewing including leopard, cheetah and lion
- Hunting
- Trophy hunting
- Target shooting
- Cat feeding
- Bird watching
- Bush picnics
Tenancy
Mukumbura Lodge Swartwater is offered for sale on a vacant possession basis, providing the incoming purchaser with full control and operational flexibility from the date of transfer. The lodge is currently owner-operated, with the existing owner actively involved in day-to-day management. This ensures that all operational systems, staffing structures, and guest services are well-established and maintained to high standards. The sale presents an opportunity for a seamless handover or repositioning under a new hospitality brand or operator, depending on the investor’s strategy.
VAT
The Seller has been registered for VAT (Value Added Tax). It is intended that the sale will be treated as a transfer of a going concern, provided that the purchaser is registered for VAT and the requirements for going concern are met in terms of the VAT Act, No. 89 of 1991.
Sales Process
This property is being offered for sale through a Private Tender process under a Sole Marketing Mandate with CBRE-X online.
Interested parties can register on the CBRE-X online platform to access the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
To obtain full access to the Due Diligence information in the data room, an executed NDA is required, along with details about the entity and key individuals expressing interest in the property. This information may be provided through a link to your company website, a company profile, or brief resumes for the company and key individuals involved.
To submit an offer on the property, proof of funds or a comfort letter from a financial institution, indicating a favorable consideration for financing, must be provided. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their best offer as soon as possible.
Only parties that have submitted an NDA and the required information will be invited to view the property in the presence of the Agent or a representative of the Seller.
The Seller reserves the right to accept any offer but will instruct the Agent to notify all interested parties (who have signed an NDA and accessed the Due Diligence information) if an offer is under consideration.
The Agent will present all offers to the Seller and communicate acceptance to the successful bidder, while informing other parties of the outcome.
Offers will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
The price offered.
Demonstrated ability to perform, including proof of funds or a comfort letter.
The conditions attached to the offer and the timeline for concluding the transaction.
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