R8,800,000
Monthly Bond Repayment R89,340.15
Calculated over 20 years at 10.75% with no deposit.
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Business Prospect: Luxury Glamping in Nature’s Embrace
Overview
Thandulula offers a unique, high-end glamping (glamorous camping) experience in the heart of the South Coast, a popular tourism region in South Africa. Nestled amidst pristine nature and located just 1.5 km from several Blue Flag beaches, Thandulula is a fully operational, self-contained glamping retreat that blends eco-tourism, comfort, and family-friendly amenities.
Location Advantage
• Prime eco-tourism destination along the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal.
• Easily accessible yet immersed in nature, with river frontage, abundant birdlife, and small wildlife roaming freely.
• Proximity to top-rated beaches, golf courses, nature reserves, and local attractions.
Accommodation Offering
• 4 luxury glamping tents on elevated wooden decks (Bumble Bee, Rietbos, Waterval, Kokomoyo).
• Fully equipped with kitchens, bathrooms, TVs, fans, heaters, safes, and electric blankets.
• Serviced daily for guest convenience.
• Self-catering model keeps operational costs low while offering guests independence and value.
Facilities
• Communal swimming pool, lapa, braai area, and fully equipped kitchen for social gatherings.
• Children’s playground on site.
• Private braai areas at each tent.
• Infrastructure supports additional tents or expansion (depending on land zoning and permits).
Market Opportunity
• Growing demand for eco-friendly, off-the-grid, and nature-based accommodation.
• Attractive to both domestic tourists (weekend escapes, family holidays) and international travelers seeking authentic, luxurious outdoor stays.
• Potential for group bookings, retreats, or events (e.g., wellness, birdwatching, photography).
Revenue Streams
• Accommodation (direct bookings and via OTA platforms like Airbnb/Booking.com)
• Value-adds: guided nature walks, private chef offerings, romantic packages
• Event hosting: team-building, yoga retreats, family reunions
• Expansion potential: glamping units, safari tents, eco-cabins
Competitive Advantage
• Offers a premium nature experience without sacrificing comfort.
• Turnkey operation with high guest satisfaction and return visitation.
• Well-established branding and reputation for exceptional service and tranquility.
Investment/Partnership Opportunities
• Strategic partnerships with local tour operators, wellness practitioners, or nature conservationists.
• Investment to scale operations, upgrade amenities, or enhance marketing reach.
• Collaboration with eco-conscious brands or retreat facilitators.
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Let’s Create a Natural Escape Like No Other
Thandulula is more than a destination—it’s an experience. With nature on your doorstep, comfort at your fingertips, and a growing tourism market to serve, it presents a strong business opportunity in the evolving travel and eco-accommodation space.
Along with this beautiful resort - comes a house that includes - 3 bedroom and 1,5 bathrooms, 2 lounges, 1 dinning room ,1 scullery with access to kitchen with a eye hob stove. and 3 garages with a workable tent that can be used for a workshop. with 2 laundries. all with back up water from the dam and the water tanks.
currently being used as the main residence and office for the resort
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24 Hour Access • Above Road • Air Conditioner • Accommodation • Alarm System • Aquatic Activities • Backup Water • Bath, Toilet and Basin • Balcony • Cooling Fans • Electric Fencing • Electric Gate • Riverfrontage • Fenced Pool • Double Parking • Secure Parking • Separate Toilet • Visitors Parking • Bungalow • tentsGet Email Alerts
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