Ant's Nest is a unique bush home situated on a private game reserve in the Waterberg region, about three to four hours drive from Johannesburg. With its wide verandahs and extensive lawns, this original homestead exudes a classic African charm.
The main house has a comfortable lounge and small library which open out onto a wide verandah with wonderful views. There is a 15 metre pool in the garden that is heated all year round. Extensive lawns and beds of indigenous plants surround the pool and there is a pleasant, thatched chill-out spot with spacious sofa beds to relax on during the heat of the day. A wide variety of game frequents the waterhole in front of the house.
The owner's policy of generally only taking one group or couple at a time means that personal service and flexibility are guaranteed and that visits can be completely tailor-made.
Accommodation
Ant's Nest has just six bedrooms accommodating a total of twelve guests. Fashioned from local timber and stone, the rooms are warm and homely.
Dining
Meals are taken whenever possible outside. Morning game activities typically end with a bush lunch, while at night bush meals may be served around open fires under the stars. Top South African estate wines are served with evening meals.
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gardens
- Open verandah
- Lounge
Activities
Available in and around Ant’s Nest:
- Horse riding
- Guided walks
- Game drives
- Family safaris
- The rhino museum
- A Farm Tour with Ant’s father, Charles Baber, who will give you the historical background to the area
- Cultural visits to a historic thatched church on Sundays
- Visits to the local town.
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Ant's Nest. They can join their parents on all activities or can be taken out separately.
