If you’ve ever fantasized about owning a slice of African wilderness — complete with luxury lodges, majestic wildlife, and breathtaking scenery — this might be your dream come true.
A vast private game reserve tucked away in the rugged beauty of South Africa’s Karoo region has just hit the market, and it’s turning heads globally.
Welcome to Magic Hills: A 40,000-Acre Wildlife Wonderland
Magic Hills, as it’s aptly named, stretches across a jaw-dropping 40,000 acres and touches both the Western and Northern Cape.
It’s being listed for sale through Sotheby’s International Realty with a price tag of around £9.7 million — that’s roughly $13 million.
This isn’t just untouched wilderness. The property is decked out with five luxury lodges offering a total of 28 bedroom suites.
Across the various lodges, there are also 28 bathrooms, 17 reception rooms, and two fully equipped kitchens.
Think of it as your very own luxury resort in the middle of the wild.
Get Close to Africa’s Big Five – Without Leaving Your Backyard
One of the biggest perks of owning Magic Hills? You’re sharing the land with some of the most iconic animals in Africa.
The Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the endangered black rhino — roam freely throughout the reserve. But it’s not just about wild animals.
The estate also raises Merino sheep, Angora goats, and dairy cattle, giving it a working farm feel alongside the safari magic.
Conservation at the Core of Luxury Living
Magic Hills isn’t just about indulgence — conservation is at the heart of the reserve’s mission.
Many of the animals here were repatriated from zoos, given a new life in their natural habitat.
It’s a rare mix of high-end hospitality and heartfelt environmental care.
Sky Lodge: Soar Above the Savanna in Style
Among the standout accommodations is Sky Lodge, perched 980 meters above sea level and offering breathtaking views across the plains.
The lodge includes seven stylish suites, a grand living room with warm hardwood floors, a bar, and an inviting pool and terrace — all perfectly designed to blend into the natural surroundings.
Inside, you’ll find a calming palette of browns and beiges, echoing the earthy tones of the Karoo landscape.
With floor-to-ceiling glass doors, the views here are nothing short of cinematic.
“Sky Lodge is surely one of the most stunning lodges on the continent,” says Kim Cooper of Sotheby’s International Realty.
More Luxury Options Across the Reserve
Magic Hills also features ILanga Manor House — a Cape Dutch-style lodge with 10 bedrooms, a cozy library, an expansive pool, and meticulously kept green lawns.
For those looking to go off-grid, there’s Elsa’s Farmhouse, a charming restored solar-powered home with four bedrooms, its own private pool, and a boma area perfect for fireside evenings under the stars.
A Land Restored by Passionate Owners
The current owners, Erik and Alexandra Kovacs, have poured their hearts (and over £8 million) into reviving the land over the past decade.
Once used for overgrazing and hunting, the reserve has been lovingly restored to its natural glory.
Where Exactly Is This Safari Escape?
Magic Hills is nestled in the Karoo — a semi-arid, mountainous region about a 90-minute helicopter ride from Cape Town.
Known for its haunting beauty and rare flora and fauna, the Karoo is one of South Africa’s most unique ecosystems.
Who’s Interested in Buying?
Unsurprisingly, interest in Magic Hills is high. Marketing agency JamesEdition reports that most inquiries are coming from the U.S. and South Africa, with a strong showing from the UK as well.
With a property this rare, interest from international buyers isn’t unexpected.
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