7 luxury South African villas to isolate in

As exclusive-use properties become even more sought after in a post-pandemic landscape, these are my top six villas in South Africa for a luxurious and scenic breakaway.

Kubili House

The Kruger National Park remains South Africa’s Mecca for wildlife visitors, and in a quiet corner of the reserve waits one of its best-kept secrets. Kubili House is an exclusive-use home and African safari experience par excellence. Sleeping ten in five bedrooms, Kubili spreads out over an impressive 26900 square feet; volumes of space that continue the openness of the surrounding bush. Four swimming pools, a spa, and a steam room help guests quieten down to a slower pace of life. Since you’re situated on a large dam you don’t even have to leave the comfort of the…