Modimolle, Limpopo , Sudafrica

NESTLED IN THE MAJESTIC WATERBERG REGION OF LIMPOPO YOU WILL FIND THIS LODGE BOASTING WITH BREATHTAKING PANORAMIC VIEWS OF MOUNTAINS AND BUHVELD.

The structural framing of the Lodge includes access walkways; roof truss support details; window- and door framing; lodge decking-, marquees tent supports as well as a steel staircase housed in a steel and glass frame that provides access to the underground wine cellar.
The Lodge has five distinctive elements: x4 superior lodges, a Main Lodge, an outside leisure & entertainment area, a wine cellar and a self-catering facility namely the Nyala Hunting Camp.
Access to the four superior en-suite lodges is via steel bridge-links through private doors onto a curved access walkway, which is covered with Rhodesian teak decking.
The four modern lodges are designed as a one-bedroom en-suite unit with a west-facing deck overlooking the un-spoilt bushveld. These lodges cater for comfort during all seasons and have an eye height glazed fireplace, wooden television display unit, private garden, -outdoor shower and -steel deck that is enclosed by stainless steel handrails & brackets which is combined with commercial steel handrail panels.
All furniture pieces were specifically designed, and purpose made for the Lodge. It is constructed from Mahogany Wood.
The main lodge is placed midway between the 4 lodges and hosts a reception area which is a double volume framed and glazed foyer with an exhibition of roof-lighted hunting trophies encased on the side wall; large dining area; baronial chef’s kitchen; lounge; bar and colonial room.
Leading from the main lodge through folding stacker doors is the outside leisure and entertainment area which consist of the marquees tent and braai boma; a large, curved pool and a p¬ool/patio deck, whereof the support columns for the patio roof is constructed from a combination of wood and structural steel. The structural support posts for the marquees tent have been included in the design of both the boma and pool deck.
An interlinked subterranean Wine Cellar was built underneath the tiled floor of the outside pool/patio deck. The wine cellar is the lodges hidden gem and can be accessed from the bar area through a steel-and-glass connection that houses the steel stairs, stainless steel handrails and solid Walnut wood treads and landing.
The protection of natural flora was of highest importance during design and construction.
The site has a significant slope from North to South that required careful planning with regard to both the top- and underwater flow into a storm water management system that feeds the vlei dam situated outside the Lodge footprint. The vlei dam is in full view of the main lodge deck area that provides for game viewing.
In creating a showpiece for steel and modern approach to architecture, the success of this entire development lies in the seamless blending of the Lodge into the backdrop of the rocky hillside behind it. The Lodge is not only a place to rest and unwind, but it is an experience that should be lived and appreciated by all.
Main Lodge
Note: Lodge Architectural plans available.
Main lodge fully tiled. Fully equipped Gourmet Kitchen complete with adequate Mahogany Built in Cupboards and Marble Finish Tops.
Courtyard equipped with gas bottle station and refuse bins
2 Gas Stoves with Electric Ovens and Scullery
Walk in Fridge and pantry with built in cupboards and shelves
Wine Cellar
Sunken Wine Cellar (Below Deck) with steel support stair structure, covered with Walnut wooden Treads and Stainless Handrail panels leading from Bar Area to Sunken Wine Cellar.
Colonial (Cigar Lounge)
A cozy lounge with leather furniture, fireplace and Mahogany furniture
Under Cover Patio – Pool Deck Area (Fully Tiled Area)
Under Cover Patio Area – 30 Sq/m
Total Deck Area (Covered with non – slip tiles)
Marque Area:
Total Marque Area – 108 Sq/m
Area fully covered with Hexagon paving
Boma Area:
Total Boma Area – 42 Sq/m
Area fully covered with Hexagon paving with Double Braai with grids
Pool:
1 8m x 4 m x 2.1 Deep fiber glass Swimming pool, complete with martini seats, serviced by x2 built-in Chlorinator’s and pool filter systems. Pool water inflow is automatically regulated and filled via water supply Floater system.
Lodges 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Total Deck Area (Lodges 1,2,3&4) – 192 Sq/m
Elevated deck Areas are constructed of shaped steel structure, covered with Rhodesian Teak decking.
Guest Parking
Undercover parking (50 Sqm) with steel frame structure and covered with Chromadek sheeting 4 x cars
Nyala Hunting Camp, Patio Area and Boma
Showers serviced by 9 Solar Panels.
Under cover Patio Area and boma area covered with Hexagon paving. (Chromadek and Translucent sheeting)
5000 L Water Holding tank fitted with Booster Pump
Under cover Braai
Indoor Shower and toilets
Kitchenette with gas stove and granite tops
Vehicle Store / Workshop Area
Total Sq/m – 144 Sq/m
Main Access: x1 5m x 5m Roller Door, 1 x 3m x 5m Roller Door, x1 Personal Steel Door, Compressor and Generator (TBC)
Vehicles/trailers/Equipment
Massey Ferguson Tractor 165 with roof canopy, Land rover Safari and hunting vehicle (Un licensed), wagon, trailer, quad, trailer and concrete mixer
Vegetable Garden
1 8m x6m (48 Sqm) Steel framed vegetable garden with built in garden beds, under Irrigation, and covered with 60/40 Shade netting.
1 5000 L Water tank
Bore Holes / water drainage system
1 Approx. 185 Deep Borehole with sand filter (Housed in metal framed cage structure), and submersible pump delivering Approx 3500 L/Hour
1 Approx. 148m deep Borehole with submersible pump delivering Approx 2000L/Hour
1 Approx. 160m deep Borehole with submersible pump delivering Approx 2800 L/Hour
Servants Accommodation
Accommodation 1 & 2
42 Sq/m with tiled floor and face-brick/plaster finish
1 Open plan, kitchenet with built in cupboards, double wash basin, electric stove top, fridge/freezer, TV cabinet with television.
Double Garage
Area 36 sq/m
2 roller doors
Submersible movable pump complete with pipes
Braai Boma Area:
Total Area – 48 Sq/m, Servant’s accommodation braai boma area with cement floor and boma
Lodge store:
Area 80 Sq/m
Face brick finish, concrete floor, with 1 x 6x5m Roller Door, 1 x Personnel door, burglar bars and security gate.
Yellow wood 3-tier wall cabinet system with aircons and Freezers
Self-Catering Unit (Buffalo & Zebra Room Covered Braai Area)
Face brick built with solid wooden doors, Windows, security gate and burglar bars.
Rock Built / Fiberglas dam
Used for swimming the surrounding floor area is covered with concrete blocks. Directly connected to bore hole.
Undercover parking area.
Total Area 128 Sq/m steel framed structure covered with Chromadek sheeting. Concrete Floor
Workshop / Tank storage Area:
1 steel Framed workshop / tank structure housing x2 10 000l water tanks fitted with booster pumps.
The Workshop complete with Work bench and built-in racking systems,
Structure fully covered with Chromadek sheeting and face-brick walls.
1 double Steel door and 1 Personal door complete with Burglar Bars and security gate.
Various Tools (TBC)
Laundry.
1 Laundry built with face brick, ceilings and covered with Chromadek sheeting.
Garden Store.
1 Garden store face brick built with Chromadek sheeting, and ceilings. Lawn Mowers, Fire Fighting Blower, Garden Tools and Pressure Cleaning Unit.
Camera Coverage: Main Lodge, Main Parking and Lodge Entrance
Helicopter Pad to receive guests