| The home is set against an
attractive outcrop of rocks, on top of which a thatched "lapa" (barbecue) area
is situated. The three other buildings, including the chalet, are surrounded by shady
indigenous trees. Attractive brick paving leads from the home to the lapa. Other paths
meander around the rocky outcrop ensuring a true nature experience. The variety in habitat
guarantees an exciting diversity of indigenous plant and bird species. More than 40 bird
species have been recorded in the garden, ranging from tiny fire finches to crested
francolins and giant eagle owls. Indigenous trees include marula, Natal mahogany, mopani,
monkey thorn and combretum species.
The particularly large property, 5,015 sq.m (5,998 sq.yds), is close to the outskirts
of the town in a very quiet suburb. The home is barely 2 km from the Kruger Park's
fenced boundary and distant roars of free-roaming lions are often heard. |
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