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Uplands Homestead

4.5 star property
Riverfront vacation home with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, free minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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R67 Fort Brown, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140
  • Place, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
  • Place, Rhodes University
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Makhanda

This vacation home places you within a 15-minute walk of Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. This 4.5-star vacation home has 5 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rhodes University - 60 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity - 60 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 61 min drive - 30.6 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 61 min drive - 30.6 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 130 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Uplands Homestead

Riverfront vacation home with spa services and an outdoor pool
Guests of this vacation home enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with dry cleaning or laundry, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this luxury vacation home include a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, free minibar items, and a coffee maker.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised activities for children

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Private picnics

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Turndown service

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Safari

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 5 units
  • Built in 1905
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Makhanda within a short 11-minute walk of Kwandwe Private Game Reserve.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the vacation home.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include deep-tissue massages, detox wraps, facials, and mani/pedis.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Uplands Homestead?

This riverfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as Champagne service, in-room massages, and access to a chef.

Are there hot tubs at Uplands Homestead?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies at Uplands Homestead?

Yes, every accommodation at Uplands Homestead comes with a patio.