About Ant's Nest
Ant’s Nest is where it all began. Lying in a natural amphitheater, the original homestead, with its wide verandahs, has a classic, relaxed, African atmosphere. A wide variety of game frequents the waterhole in front of the bush home bringing game viewing to your door step. Tessa, who grew up in Kenya, has brought a stylish warmth to the colonial house using classic furniture fashioned from local fabrics, timber and stone.
Ant’s Nest not only enjoys lovely views down the valley but is also surrounded by open plains where horses, rhino and other game frequently graze in extremely close proximity. Don’t be surprised to see a rhino grazing 10 meters from your pool lounger. Our team at Ant’s Nest is exceptionally hospitable and will go above and beyond to exceed your expectations and ensure that your stay is a memorable and life-changing experience
Perfect For
Adventure
Birding
Cycling
Flora
Hiking
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Wildlife
Wine
Bar
Communal Dining
Eco Friendly
Library
Malaria Free
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Secure Parking
Vegetarian
24-hour Security
Airport Shuttle (Available)
Credit Card Facilities
Laundry Service (Available)
Meal on Request
Private Vehicle (Available)
On Site
Bird Watching
Cycling
Fishing
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
High Tea
Horse Riding
Massages
Night Drives
Rhino Tracking
Safaris
Sleep Outs
Walks (Guided)
Off Site
Adrenaline Activities
Animal Encounters
Big 5
Cultural Tours
Fishing
Game Drives
Game Viewing
General Sightseeing
Golf
Helicopter Rides
Historical Tours
Mountain Biking
Quad Biking
Safaris
Tennis Court
Ant's video
Accommodation Options
Weaver Suite
A deluxe suite – this is without a doubt our largest double room and private verandah. With its expansive views across the valley, this room has a king-size four poster bed, as well as a large four poster day bed and still lots more room for an extra bed if you have kids sharing. The en-suite bathroom has a bath and separate shower. The verandah overlooking the bush is perfect for relaxing in the heat of the day and is ideal for private dinners. The Weaver Suite is perfect for honeymooners or families travelling with small children. There is also a mini bar with tea and coffee making facilities
Sable Suite, Double and twin
A deluxe family suite - Upstairs in the main house is a very spacious luxury suite, perfect for families. The master bedroom features a king-size four poster bed with incredible views overlooking the gardens and bush beyond. This leads through to an exceptionally large bathroom and dressing area with bath and shower.
Located beside this is an en-suite twin (which can be converted to a double), ideal for two children travelling with their parents. An additional ¾ four poster bed is located just outside this bedroom, for a third child.
There is a spacious sitting room with comfortable sofas and a fireplace, alongside a dining area and full bar with tea and coffee making facilities. This opens up on to a very comfortable private verandah with shady seating area
Rondavel Suite
A standard room – this is a charming double room, built in the traditionally African circular form with high thatched roof, set to the side of the main house. The outside verandah offers a private seating area with chill out day bed, leading into the bedroom with rustic four poster bed, perfect for couples wanting to enjoy a romantic escape. The room also contains a four poster day bed, suitable for a child sharing with parents. Leading off the bedroom is an en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and an outside shower. There is also a mini bar with tea and coffee making facilities
Davidson Double and Twin
Standard rooms – these are two comfortable bedrooms located downstairs in the original homestead. The double room has a four poster bed and en-suite bathroom, with doors opening up onto a private verandah area with outside seating. Located just next door is a twin room (which can be converted to a double), also with en-suite bathroom and doors opening out to the verandah. These rooms can be booked individually or make an ideal family suite for those on a budget. These rooms are connected by a passage to a cosy sitting room with an open fireplace, perfect for relaxing on those chilly evenings, and an indoor dining and bar area.
Standard Room Amenities
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Fireplace
Fridge
Heater
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Mosquito Nets
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
At a Glance
- Rooms: 8
- Check In: 14:00
- Check Out: 11:00
- Languages: Afrikaans, English
From the Archives
We've proudly represented Ant's Nest since 2015. Here is a nostalgic look at their entry from our 2017 Printed Guide Book.
PRIVATE GAME LODGE - WATERBERG
"Ant's Nest and Ant's Hill are situated on a 5000ha private game reserve, just three hours' drive from OR Tambo International Airport in the malaria-free Waterberg region of the Limpopo province. Both bush homes offer a unique and varied safari experience, where people of all ages are made to feel welcome and at home. Families, couples, riders and groups of friends can enjoy game viewing in a variety of ways and with ultimate exibility - on guided game walks, game drives and horse riding safaris. Get up close and personal with giraffe, plains game, buffalo, white rhino and numerous bird species on a thrilling horseback safari. Nearby excursions include a Big Five game reserve, Bushman paintings and Iron Age sites. Lying in a natural amphitheatre, Ant's Nest is an old colonial ranch house, the original homestead of the Baber family who arrived in the area in 1886. This is a home-from-home experience with just six en-suite rooms, wide verandahs and a homely warmth. Extensive lawns with a 15 metre heated swimming pool and thatched chill-out area offer a relaxing respite during the heat of the day, and a great spot to watch passing wildlife at the waterhole. Ant's Hill is a thatched lodge with private, spacious stone cottages built on the edge of a cliff. Uniquely designed with bright African colours, exotic furniture and splendid views across the Waterberg. Each room has a four-poster bed and waterfall shower, some with al fresco bath or shower, romantic replace and private pool. A heated swimming pool cascades over the lip of the gorge providing the perfect relaxation spot. Children welcome | Complimentary Wi-Fi hotspot."
Vintage Portfolio Collection • 2017 Edition
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