Manor at Samara, Samara Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa

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At a Glance...

Style: Family manor house whose warm design reflects the local landscape and traditions whilst retaining a lovely light twist

Our opinion: 5 star

Accommodation: For the exclusive use of up to 8 guests

And the kids? Children of all ages welcome. Can join daily child programme which takes place at Karoo Lodge

Activities: Walk and stalk cheetah, aardvark night safari, birding and picnics

Season: Open year round

Highlights: Pristine wilderness, Plains of Camdeboo, four of the country's seven biomes, excellent chance of viewing aardvark

Manor at Samara, Samara Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa</titl

Nestled between an amphitheatre of mountains on 70,000 acres in the Graaff Reinet region of the malaria-free Eastern Cape

The Manor House is for the exclusive use of eight guests in luxury, air-conditioned en suite rooms with views over the extraordinary Karoo landscape. Relax in four spacious suites with indoor and outdoor showers, free-standing baths and be cradled in the luxury of beds that lull you to sleep. You will arrive at this historic homestead and upon entering breathtaking views will unfold over an infinity pool which descends into a natural water hole at which game is present in the early morning and late afternoon.

The Manor House is unique in its warm design that reflects the local landscape and traditions while retaining a lovely modern twist. Up and coming Cape Town designer, John Zwiegelaar was contracted to do the decor for the Manor House. Exclusive dining experiences include a boma, veranda, dining room and breakfast room with services including a personal ranger, chef and butler.