Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

A Majestic 183-Hectare Estate with Iconic Hotel, Luxury Homes & Untamed Bushveld

Crocodile River Valley | Between Pretoria & Hartbeespoort | Gauteng/North West Border
Welcome to a place where luxury, tranquility, and nature co-exist in harmony — a breathtaking 183-hectare private estate nestled atop the Crocodile River Valley, within the secure and exclusive Francolin Conservancy. Just off the N4 highway, this unparalleled property offers exceptional accessibility to Pretoria and the surrounding economic hubs of Gauteng, while delivering the serenity and immersion of pristine bushveld and abundant wildlife.

This is not just real estate. This is a lifestyle destination.

THE ORIENT HOTEL — A FIVE-STAR LEGACY
Once home to the internationally acclaimed Orient Hotel, the Mosaic Fine Dining Restaurant, and an award-winning wine cellar, the estate is steeped in elegance and hospitality excellence. Now poised for revival, expansion, or reinvention, the hotel and its facilities present a rare opportunity for hoteliers, retreat developers, or private buyers.

Hotel Highlights:
- 10 luxurious, air-conditioned guest suites – many with private balconies & breathtaking views
- Expansive wine cellar & tasting room
- Elegant bar, small library & wine lounge
- Former 5-star restaurant with industrial kitchen, granite counters, cold room, 2 pantries, 2 sculleries
- 20-seater private cinema
- Two-storey 500m² art gallery with multiple wings
- 3 high-end conference rooms
- Swimming pool, koi ponds, and landscaped gardens
- Helicopter pad
- 136 kVA backup generator & 4 boreholes
- Tarred road access, 20+ parking bays, garages
- Rich oriental architectural finishes with antique carved doors, stained-glass windows, arches, tiled and wooden floors
- Decorative +4m high parapet walls & hand-carved wooden gates offer privacy and grandeur

RESIDENTIAL RETREAT – MULTIPLE HOMES ACROSS 19 ERVEN
This property is also a multi-generational haven or a ready-to-operate luxury retreat with 8 family homes, cottages, chalets, and a clubhouse — all surrounded by nature and designed for elevated comfort and private living.

Family House 1 – The Main Residence
- 4 en-suite bedrooms with marble, wood & stained-glass finishes
- Entertainment areas, wine cellar, koi ponds, 5 garages
- Designer kitchen, utility rooms, library & bar
- Braai area & landscaped gardens

Other Homes & Cottages:
Each residence is beautifully designed with farmhouse, contemporary, or Thai-style influences, many featuring:
- 3 to 6 bedrooms, lounges, ensuite bathrooms
- Swimming pools, braai areas & patios
- Garages, carports & ample storage spaces
- Attached granny flats, staff quarters & private gardens

Highlights Include:
- Family House 2: Home + Cottage + Staff Quarters
-Family House 5: Subdivided into 4 living units + pool + views
- Family House 6: Large home with 4 double garages and private bar
- Family House 8: Ideal for conversion — currently used as storage

PRISTINE NATURE, PRIVATE WILDLIFE, ENDLESS POTENTIAL
Immerse yourself in the soul of Africa with sweeping natural bushveld, populated by a Giraffe, Zebra, Nyala, Wildebeest, Waterbuck, and Bushbuck. The terrain is interspersed with seasonal rivers, natural watering holes, and an expansive canvas of unspoiled wilderness.

- Multiple boreholes and water reservoirs across the estate
- Wildlife roaming freely among bushveld trails
- Scenic walkways, entertainment decks & sitting areas
- Fully fenced and secured with 3.5m boundary wall, electrified inner fencing, surveillance cameras, and automated gates
- Internal tarred road and interlocked brick driveways

Additional Features & Amenities
- Two thatched roof staff chalets with kitchens & mezzanines
- A-frame structure (former residence) with historic charm
- Clubhouse with open-plan kitchen, bar, guest toilet & shower
- Ample utility rooms, garages, and carports across all erven
- Braai areas & pools in most residential yards

THE OPPORTUNITY
This estate is a visionary’s dream, ideal for:
- A luxury bush retreat, exclusive wedding venue, or wellness resort
- A multi-family compound or eco-tourism haven
- A prestigious private estate or investment development

LOCATION BENEFITS
- Easy access via the N4, linking to Pretoria & Johannesburg
- Surrounded by hiking trails, spas, and luxury resorts
- Access to all urban conveniences in Pretoria — 30 minutes away

SCHEDULE A PRIVATE VIEWING
This is one of South Africa’s finest natural estates — a rare, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a destination that blends wilderness, world-class architecture, and development potential in an unbeatable location.

Contact us now to arrange a private tour of the Francolin Conservancy Estate.
Experience life elevated — where nature meets luxury.