Located in the beautiful Waterberg Biosphere, Summerplace Game Reserve is primed to help you relax and reconnect with friends, family, nature and yourself.

Waterberg living

Serene bushveld accommodation

Summerhill

Max: 12 Guests Capacity
A newly built beautiful private, self-catering home nestled on the top of Marula hill with large windows for a spectacular view of the reserve.

starting at R12000 /unit pn

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Summerview Villa

Max: 10 Guests Capacity
A newly renovated private villa, perfect for families and friends with an amazing view of the Waterberg.

starting at R15000 unit/pn

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Bushwillow

Max: 4 Guests Capacity
Situated at the foot of Marula Hill, this beautiful private self-catering home provides guests with solitude & tranquility complimented by an amazing view of the reserve.

starting at R3800 /unit pn

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Saringa Cottage

Max: 2 Guests Capacity
Perfect for a romantic getaway, this cute little home provides guests with a space to rest, relax and enjoy the solace wonderful view of the reserve around them.

starting at R2500 /unit pn

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York’s View

Max: 12 Guests Capacity
This stunning private home has a large wrap-around farm stoep with a stunning view of the eastern side of the Waterberg.

starting at R7500 /unit pn

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Rosemary Cottage

Max Capacity: 6 Guests
Newly renovated our beautiful private, self-catering home located near The Bike Village and the tennis court.

starting at R2800 pp / night (min of 4 guests)

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Marula Cottage

Max Capacity: 4 Guests
Perfect for families & friends to enjoy an actual home away from home.

starting at R700 /pp pn

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New Wine

Max Capacity: 4 Guests
This private, self-catering home is situated at the base of Marula Trail and the start of Aloe Trail, with a beautiful view of Marula mountain and the bush.

starting at R700 /pp pn

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The Shed 1, 2 and 3

3 Apartments Max Capacity: 12 Guests
These self-catering apartments are newly converted farm buildings, with a great big farm stoep that guests can enjoy.

starting at R600 /pp pn

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Hideout 1-10

Max: 2 Guests
Perfect for two guests, this exclusive bush retreat offers an unforgettable stay. Don’t miss out on this unique getaway!

starting at R3850 /unit pn

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Explore over 100km of trails

Bushveld Riding for All Mountain Bikers

Summerplace is a premier MTB destination, with engaging trails and routes to suit all levels.

Safety First

You can choose routes and trails to suit your level of competence and fitness to ensure a stimulating mountain biking experience.

Internationally Certified Instructors & Guides

Book a skills session or a guided ride to ensure you get the most out of your Summerplace visit.

Following Nature's Way

Whether it’s climbing, depending or easy cruising, our trails are built using the natural Waterberg gradient and features to create intuitive flow.

All levels welcome

Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned rider, our Summerplace trails and routes are designed to be rewarding.

Our Trail Builder is Endorsed By:

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Wilderness escape

Where serenity is uninterrupted

Nestled within a sprawling 3500-hectare expanse of natural tranquility, Summerplace Game Reserve seamlessly blends elegant accommodation with immersive outdoor activities, offering guests unforgettable experiences and cherished memories amidst the captivating beauty of the bushveld.

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Your hosts

Radiating Timeless Hospitality and Authentic Warmth

With an enduring connection to this cherished land spanning over six decades, the Baber family has dedicated themselves to preserving this captivating haven of bushveld paradise with unwavering purpose and boundless passion. David and Simone stand as your esteemed hosts, while their children, Ben, Josh, and Lilian, wholeheartedly commit themselves to infusing your experience with their vibrant energy and profound wisdom.

  • A Legacy of Over 60 Years of Familial Stewardship.
  • Unveiling more than 160 Kilometers of Meticulously Crafted MTB Trails.
  • Simone’s unparalleled expertise in hospitality and her innate ability to create an enchanting ambiance will undoubtedly leave an indelible desire to extend your sojourn at Summerplace.

Activities & Dining

Embrace our great outdoors

 

We have a range of outdoor activities designed to develop a deeper connection with Summerplace Game Reserve and its flora, fauna and fresh air. Mountain biking, trail-running, hiking, bush walks, tennis, beach volleyball and game drives. There’s plenty to do!

Mountain biking

Rated among the best trails in South
Africa, Summerplace Game Reserve
is a premier mountain biking
destination with trails to suit
all riders.

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Trails

There’s no shortage of interesting routes to tackle. Ranging from gradual and firm to steep and rocky, Summerplace Game Reserve is a trail-running/hiking/biking nirvana.

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Tennis

Whether it’s a serious contest or a
social game, our tennis court is
of the highest standard. There’s
also a practice wall if you need to hit a ball on your own.

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Beach volleyball

Always a fun way to spend time
with active friends, our beach
volleyball court is located on the
lawn in the central activities
area.

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Home-cooked meals

You can order delicious
home-cooked meals in advance
from our kitchen to make
your Summerplace Game Reserve
escape even more relaxing.

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Game drives

Book a game drive and see
our range of wildlife, including
rare antelope, giraffe,
zebra, giant aloe forests,
Waterberg vistas and sunset views.

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Explore over 100km of trails

Bushveld Riding for All Mountain Bikers

Summerplace is a premier MTB destination, with engaging trails and routes to suit all levels.

Our Trail Builder is Endorsed By:

Safety First

You can choose routes and trails to suit your level of competence and fitness to ensure a stimulating experience.

Internationally Certified Instructors & Guides

Book a skills session or a guided ride to ensure you get the most out of your Summerplace visit.

Following Nature's Way

Whether it’s climbing, depending or easy cruising, our trails are built using the natural Waterberg gradient and features to create intuitive flow.

All levels welcome

Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned rider, our Summerplace trails and routes are designed to be rewarding.

LEARN MORE

our Happy

Clients

Home away from home and more!

The cottage we stayed in was most definitely home away from home. Awesome and challenging mountain biking trails. The sounds of nature, gave us a weekend where we could rejuvenate and reste. We will definitely be returning soon.

Venture49718029369
Rating: 5

Exceptional MTB experience in the Waterberg.

Fantastic few days stay at Summerplace riding their MTB trails. We rented really good quality well maintained full suss bikes from David and Simone and had a great time riding – lots of variety ranging from lovely easy beginner routes right up to gap jumps and tricky descents. Accommodation was great as was the food, and we really enjoyed David and Simone’s company – the history and ongoing development of the farm is amazing. Highly recommend visiting – it’s very likely we will visit again next time we are in SA !

telecaster-bristol
Rating: 5

Highly recommended

This is a fabulous place for mountain biking and walking in a peaceful, beautiful, tranquil setting. Very helpful host who cooks meals if required although the self catering facilities are excellent. We loved staying there and wish our stay had been longer.

Stella H
Rating: 5

Excellent magnifique

Magnifique 👌like the location the rooms nd ohh the family Eliz-Mari n the mum very friendly it was like we r home away from home peaceful m definitely going there feb for valentines.

The space is so relaxing

pbaloi845506
Rating: 5

Birthday weekend getaway

Our family of 6 all met up at Summerplace Game Reserve to celebrate a birthday. We stayed at Yorks View which was amazing. It was the perfect place to just “chill” and unwind after a very chaotic Christmas break ….. and best of all, our furbabies were able to come with. The night sky was just spectacular – something we never see in Johannesburg. A wonderful place to get away from “it all”…maybe next time we will bring our bikes and be a little more active.

U3567AQkarenj
Rating: 5

Beautiful accommodations and great riding

Our time spent mountain biking at Summer Place was fantastic! The trails were fun, the herds of antelope were amazing, the accommodations excellent, and the guides were top notch. We had so much fun exploring the reserve on two wheels and learning all about the animals and their care. We have highly recommend this experience to all our mountain biking friends back home in the US.

kmeehancoop
Rating: 5

Beautiful stay

The place is exactly like you see on the pictures. Very beautiful and elegant, great value for money. Too perfect, from the furniture to the cutlery, the scenery 😍 loved everything about this place. We’ll definitely be visiting again.

Kgarebe M
Rating: 5

Summerplace Campsite stay

Excellent and beautiful! Camping site is neat and clean and very nice to use. We will go back! And when you visit the farm, please go to the viewing point on the mountain. What a view!!! And dont forget your mountain bike! Nice trails!!

766vanessa
Rating: 5

Summerplace Farm stay

Summerplace Farm stay is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature. The rooms are stylish, modern and well equipped. Dave and Simone are amazing hosts and always extremely helpful. The nature trails are world class and a joy to ride and explore.

Pierre C
Rating: 5

Ecology

Wildlife & Nature is at the forefront of what we do

Summerplace is nestled in a stunning natural setting and is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the surrounding ecology.

Roan Antelope

We are specifically focused on Roan Antelope conservation and breeding. Our good balance of Sweet and Sour Veld makes Summerplace an ideal location for this threatened antelope species. A new bull has recently arrived.

Marlothii

Naturally occurring Aloe (Marlothy) can be found throughout our reserve, including Aloe forests through which some of our trails pass. Aloe is also the emblem on our Summerplace Game Reserve logo.

Eco Balance

We are committed to creating as balanced an ecosystem as possible at Summerplace. This sees us carefully managing our vegetation and animals (numbers and species) in conjunction with an ecologist.

Indigenous Flora

Our ongoing project to rid Summerplace of alien plants such as Queen of the Night , Fire Bush and Bankrupt Bush is enabling the gradual restoration of indigenous plants and trees to the Waterberg Biosphere.

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