Tucked into the western reaches of Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, Uplands Homestead is the most remote of the reserve’s exclusive-use villas. Originally built in the early 1900s, the restored farmhouse retains its historic character while offering the comforts of a contemporary safari stay.
Three en suite bedrooms open onto private verandas, while antique mirrors, yellowwood chests and period details sit comfortably alongside air-conditioning, underfloor heating and modern conveniences. The homestead’s heart is its interactive kitchen – a gathering space where meals are prepared and shared, where stories unfold long after sunset, and where family and friends settle naturally into the rhythm of the bush.
Outside, the homestead’s gardens soften and give way to sweeping slopes scattered with aloes, and beyond them, the tranquil Great Fish River valley stretches into the distance. A full-size swimming pool and shaded gazebo create space for long afternoons between game drives, while the covered veranda offers uninterrupted views across wilderness that feels vast and entirely your own.
With a private safari vehicle, ranger and tracker included, each day is shaped around your interests – from classic game drives and nature walks to immersive big game tracking on foot. Uplands Homestead offers a safari experience that is intimate, nostalgic and deeply connected to the land it stands on.