Country resort for sale in Hoedspruit

Welcome to The Island River Lodge - a one-in-a-million opportunity to own a slice of untouched paradise
Exclusive to Pam Golding.
Accessible only via a private causeway, this spectacular 3.88-hectare island sanctuary is cradled by the year-round waters of the Blyde River, nestled under the canopy of majestic 200–300-year-old indigenous trees. Surrounded by nature's finest — including towering Sycamore Figs and Jackalberry trees — this lodge is a birdwatcher's utopia, home to rare species like Pel's Fishing Owl, Trumpeter Hornbills, and dazzling Kingfishers.
This fully operational, 18-bed lodge is an extraordinary find — a turnkey eco-tourism haven or luxury private retreat. The main lodge features an expansive open-plan lounge, dining area, and a modern kitchen, complemented by a scullery, laundry, and guest bathroom. Large windows and doors lead onto a 600m² deck, where outdoor dining, a sparkling pool, and a firepit create unforgettable moments under the African sky.
Accommodation Highlights:
• 4 Luxury Chalets, all en-suite with private covered patios and panoramic views of the river, mountains, and lush foliage
• 4 Oversized Safari Tents, each with private patios and bathrooms, tucked away for privacy and immersion in nature
• 1 Fully Equipped Guest Room
• All units include mini bar fridges and tea/coffee stations
Additional Features Include:
• Guest boma with a full kitchen, lounge, dining area, and large entertainment deck
• Staff accommodation and a wooden storage facility
• Water tanks and a charming wooden footbridge connecting the island to the mainland
• Tastefully furnished and sold as a complete package – walk in and start operating immediately!
Just 15 km from Hoedspruit and located within the World-Renowned Kruger to Canyons Biosphere, this lodge is not only a haven for nature-lovers but is also ideally situated for tourism, with daily flights from Eastgate Airport to Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Whether you're an eco-investor, hospitality entrepreneur, or simply looking to escape into nature's embrace, The Island River Lodge is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you don't want to miss.
📞 Call today to arrange your private viewing of this exclusive offering.
Listing details
Rooms
- 9 Bedrooms
- Bedroom 1
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, patio, queen bed, screeded floors and sliding doors
- Bedroom 2
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, lift, patio, queen bed, screeded floors and sliding doors
- Bedroom 3
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, patio, queen bed, screeded floors and sliding doors
- Bedroom 4
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, built-in cupboards, ceiling fan, patio, queen bed, screeded floors and sliding doors
- Bedroom 5
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, patio, queen bed and wooden floors
- Bedroom 6
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, patio, queen bed and wooden floors
- Bedroom 7
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, patio, twin beds and wooden floors
- Bedroom 8
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, patio, twin beds and wooden floors
- Bedroom 9
- Furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom, queen bed and wooden floors
- 10 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom with basin, bath, screeded floors, shower and toilet
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom with basin, bath, screeded floors, shower and toilet
- Bathroom 3
- Bathroom with basin, bath, screeded floors, shower and toilet
- Bathroom 4
- Bathroom with basin, bath, screeded floors and shower
- Bathroom 5
- Bathroom with basin, shower, toilet and wooden floors
- Bathroom 6
- Bathroom with basin, shower, toilet and wooden floors
- Bathroom 7
- Bathroom with basin, shower, toilet and wooden floors
- Bathroom 8
- Furnished bathroom with basin, patio, shower, toilet and wooden floors
- Bathroom 9
- Bathroom with basin, shower and toilet
- Bathroom 10
- Bathroom with basin, screeded floors and toilet
- Other rooms
- Dining Room
- Furnished, open plan dining room with balcony, blinds, patio, screeded floors and stacking doors
- Kitchen 1
- Furnished, open plan kitchen 1 with breakfast bar, centre island, electric stove, extractor fan, gas hob, screeded floors and wood finishes
- Kitchen 2
- Open plan kitchen 2 with gas hob, microwave, polished concrete tops and tiled floors
- Living Room
- Furnished, open plan living room with blinds, ceiling fan, screeded floors and stacking doors
- Scullery
- Furnished scullery with dish-wash machine connection, dishwasher, screeded floors, washing machine and wood finishes
