The North Villa’s kitchen is built for serious cooking, with high-end appliances—including an air fryer and a wine fridge—and everything in place for food lovers and private chefs to work smoothly. A separate scullery houses a quality washing machine and dishwasher for easy day-to-day living and longer stays. The lounge features a large TV with Netflix and sports channels, and both the kitchen and lounge open onto views of the dry riverbed.
The two bedrooms in the North Villa are made for real rest: each has an incredibly comfortable king-size, extra-length bed that can also be set up as two generous singles. Steel mosquito/monkey doors let you safely sleep with the panoramic sliders open for fresh air and the sounds of the bush. Every room has an ensuite bathroom, high-thread-count linen, ample USB charging (plus standard plugs), a desk, and large windows with views over the dry riverbed.
The villa offers a temperature-controlled pool, a boma with fire pit, a spacious outdoor dining area, and comfortable lounge seating — all thoughtfully designed to match the villa’s refined interior. Facing the northern side of the riverbed, it provides panoramic views of passing wildlife and birdlife. The outdoor area is completely private, and the villa’s exclusive location makes it one of the most sought-after in Hoedspruit.
Download the North Villa Layout to see the villa’s setup and features. The Estate Map gives a good overview of the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and shows where Nomads Den is located—tucked away in the quiet, private exclusive block of the reserve.
When staying at one of Hoedspruit’s most luxurious villas, you’ll want to make the most of the incredible surroundings. Nomads Den is just 2 to 10 minutes from several Big 5 reserves, with the scenic Panorama Route beginning only 45 minutes away. You can also access Kruger National Park via the Orpen or Phalaborwa gates — both an easy 45-minute drive from the villa.
We love cooking and eating — so we made sure the kitchens are fully equipped for anyone wanting to channel their inner Masterchef in the bush. Not in the mood to cook? No problem. Hoedspruit offers a great selection of restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prefer to stay in? We can arrange a private chef or have fresh breakfasts delivered right to your villa.
