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Fact Sheet Facilities & what to expect at Nhoxani Lodge
Self Catering Units
WiFi Access
Airconditioned Units
*Fans
Mosquito Nets
Sea View Units
Beach Access
Pool On-site
Free Parking
Daily Housekeeping
Cleaning Service
Laundry Service
Boat Launch Site
24hr Security
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*Bare in mind, most people report fans sufficient enough to cool themselves even over hot summer nights
4 x Luxury self catering holiday homes situated on the magnificent Santa Maria peninsula right on the beach
The calm water of the bay offers superb mooring facilities for a boat directly in front of sites
Spectacular views of the bay and Inhaca Island
Beautiful spacious shaded decks
Swimming pool and outdoor lounge
Outdoor dining and coffee table seating
Sunken lounge and raised beach braai area
Surrounded by a splendid indigenous forests
The views of Inhaca and the sunsets in late afternoon are magnificent
Powerful ceiling fans
WIFI, DSTV
Boats on-site
Trips can be arranged to Inhaca Island and Portuguese Island
This unique property offers a playground of outdoor activities
Snorkelling, fishing, waterskiing
Nhoxani uses borehole water and obtains electricity off the national grid via its own transformer
And Much More ... please read our description for detailed information
Nhoxani, meaning 'Peaceful Place' is a prime water front private housing estate on the bay of Maputo, situated on the magnificent Santa Maria peninsula.
Situated opposite Inhaca Island and facing west, it is sheltered from the north easterly and south easterly winds. The calm water of the bay offers superb mooring facilities for a boat directly in front of sites.
There are six houses built in the front row, with two more coastal sites provided for. The water frontage consists of approximately 430m of indigenous coastal forest and bush, which has been preserved by the founders of the concession. In addition to the front row of houses, there is room for an additional row of houses, placed discretely at generous intervals in the forest, each with spectacular views of the bay and Inhaca Island.
Accommodation:
*Please note we only rent out a whole villa, not just rooms:
Note Guests have the use of 2 double canoes and a windsurfer
Braby Villa has 4 bedrooms en-suite; a modern kitchen and scullery with extra fridges and freezers; a covered patio incorporating the dining area; beautiful spacious shaded decks; a swimming pool and outdoor lounge, outdoor dining and coffee table seating area under a huge acacia tree; sunken lounge and raised beach braai area. The wooden walkways link all four free-standing bedrooms en-suite to the entertainment area. The house is strategically placed on the water's edge, on one of the awesome front sites on the bay, surrounded by a splendid indigenous forest.
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The views of Inhaca and the sunsets in late afternoon are magnificent. All rooms have powerful ceiling fans. The house has WIFI, DSTV, and 2 canoes for your enjoyment. We also have an optional extra: 7m Superduck boat with 2 x 85 HP Yamahas, big enough for 10 pax, for trips to Inhaca, Portuguese Island, snorkelling, fishing, waterskiing.
Braby Villa offers 4 sea-facing double bedrooms en-suite, one is a family room with 2 extra singles, and it can sleep a maximum of 10 guests. It has a separate guest loo and a spacious, private outside shower under a beautiful Milkwood tree.
Bedroom 1:
Bedroom 1 has a queen size bed and 2 adult singles. The bathroom has a large shower, double basins, loo and bidet
Bedroom 2:
Bedroom 2 (master) has 2 x 3/4 beds when pushed together serve effectively a extra king-size bed. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, bath, double basins, loo and bidet
Bedroom 3:
Bedroom 3 has 2 adult singles that can be pushed together. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and loo
Bedroom 4:
Bedroom 4 has a queen size bed. The bathroom has a shower, basin, loo and bidet
*All bedrooms are linked to the main area with wooden boardwalks and have powerful ceiling fans.
Facilities:
The kitchen is fully equipped with all necessary appliances and every accessory you could require. There is a separate spacious scullery with extra fridge and freezer capacity;
We have a reverse osmosis pure water system for plenty of excellent drinking water. Abundant ice volumes are made daily in a dedicated freezer.
The covered dining room opens onto a spacious deck under a large Acacia Karoo (sweet thorn) and a swimming pool with comfortable bench seating area to soak up some sun rays.
There is an outdoor dining area as well. DSTV is available in Bedroom 1, part of which can also be used as a casual TV room/lounge.
Boats may be moored safely directly in front of the lodge.
A gas trolley braai as well as a charcoal Weber braai are supplied.
Guests have the use of 2 double canoes and a windsurfer.
A WiFi modem is available, with data consumption for guests account - please enquire.
The house is fully serviced daily by 4 staff members. A security guard is stationed at the house for the nights.
Note A large fridge and a small chest freezer are supplied
Celliers Villa has 4 bedrooms en-suite; a large modern kitchen and outside scullery; covered patio incorporating the dining room; and a sunken lounge and braai deck. The beautiful deck with swimming pool is situated in front of the bedrooms and is linked to the entertainment area. There is also a built-in seating area overlooking the pool. The house is strategically placed on one of the front sites on the bay. The views of Inhaca and the sunsets in late afternoon are magnificent.
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The house is ideally suited for up to 10 guests in the 4 bedrooms. For the occasional requirement of a 5th bedroom, a separate cottage close by, that can sleep 2 guests, can be rented to provide for an overflow.
The Celliers villa offers 4 sea facing bedrooms en-suite and can sleep 10 guests comfortably.
Bedroom 1:
Bedroom 1 has 1 Queen size extra length bed. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and loo
Bedroom 2:
Bedroom 2 has 1 Queen size extra length bed and 1 x 3/4 bed. The en-suite bathroom has a bath, shower, loo and basin
Bedroom 3:
Bedroom 3 has 2 x 3/4 beds and a single. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and loo
Bedroom 04
Bedroom 4 has 1 King size extra length bed. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and loo.
Facilities:
All bedrooms are air-conditioned and have ceiling fans. The kitchen is fully equipped with all necessary appliances. The open-air but covered dining room opens onto a spacious deck and plunge pool. A portable charcoal braai is supplied. A large fridge and a small chest freezer are supplied. Water quality is fit for drinking and ice is made daily.
Note Free use of 21ft Yamaha Boat with House Manager as skipper
The Deck House is self-catering but fully equipped for your enjoyment, supported by 2 staff members and sleeps a maximum of 10, very comfortably. This combined ownership Fraser and Coutinho Villa comes supported with the free use of 21ft Yamaha Boat with House Manager as skipper. This is very nice for exploring southern Inhaca, going snorkelling close by and Santa Maria.
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There are 4 bedrooms, 2 of which are double size. All have bathrooms en-suite.
Bedroom 1:
The master bedroom has a King Size Extra Length Bed. The bathroom has a bath, shower, outside shower, basin, loo and bidet.
Bedroom 2:
Has 2 double beds and a child bed. The bathroom has a basin, loo and outside shower.
Bedroom 3:
Has a double bed. The bathroom has a basin, loo and outside shower.
Bedroom 4:
Has 2 double beds. The bathroom has a basin, loo and outside shower.
Note One room has 4 extra bunk beds, and can sleep a maximum of 12 guests in 12 beds, including kids
We offer 4 sea-facing double bedrooms en-suite, one with 4 extra bunk beds, and can sleep a maximum of 12 guests in 12 beds, including kids.
Bedroom 01
Bedroom 1 has 2 x single beds pushed together, effectively a king-size option (with a mattress convertor) or 2 singles, if preferred. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, free-standing bath, double basins, and loo. There is also an awesome outside shower with spectacular views of the beach and dune forest;
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Bedroom 2 has 2 x single beds pushed together, effectively a king-size option (with a mattress convertor) or 2 singles, if preferred. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, double basins, and loo. There is also an awesome outside shower with spectacular views
Bedroom 03
has 2 x single beds pushed together, effectively a king-size option (with a mattress convertor) or 2 singles, if preferred. In addition there are 4 bunks ¾ XL size for adults. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, double basins, and loo. There is also an awesome outside shower with spectacular views;
Bedroom 04
Same as bedroom 1, also with spectacular outside shower views
All bedrooms have powerful ceiling fans, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and are beautifully decorated.
*All bedrooms have powerful ceiling fans, air-conditioning, mosquito nets and are beautifully decorated.
Facilities:
There is a covered dining and lounge area, as well as a generous outdoor living area around the pool deck with extra dining, lounge and social niches. The house lives really well and you are in for a treat!
Activities & Lifestyle:
This unique property offers a playground of outdoor activities.
To mention a few: shore and deep sea fishing, scuba diving, nature trails, day trip excursions to Inhaca and Portuguese Islands, boating in the bay and around the islands, snorkeling, bird watching, whale watching and outings to the Elephant reserve.
The sheer beauty of the property and the fantastic lifestyle have allured friends looking for something unique and almost irreplaceable. The water temperature averages 22-24°C in winter, 25-28°C in summer and is always beautifully clean. The Elephant Reserve, just 27 kms south of Nhoxani is absolutely beautiful. An initiative with the Wildlife Conservation Society by the neighbouring property developer, Machangulo Estate, together with donor funding for a conservation team to be established hopes to initiate the restocking of the wildlife over the next few years. Down the line this Reserve should become a fully fledged game reserve too. Whale season commences in July and runs until early November. The Humpback whales arrive in abundance during this time and provide a wonderful experience for fisherman out on their boats, witnessing breaching and playful activity.
Directions:
DRIVING - 7 to 8 Hour drive from Johannesburg to Maputo and 8 to 9 hours from Durban to Maputo
The bay of Maputo provides visitors with an experience that is so different from a normal holiday's logistics. There are a few different ways to get to Nhoxani, each with its own appeal:
Boating Transfer from Maputo:
This is the quickest option compared to driving if you have your own boat. Obtain your 30 day seaworthy and launch at Maputo Marina, where you can safely park your car and trailer for the duration of your stay at Nhoxani. The bay crossing will take 1 - 1.5 hours depending on the tides and you can boat right up to the house. There is a mooring exclusively available for each Villa. We can supply the contact details for the Port Captain to assist with your paperwork.
If you do not have your own boat but wish to charter for the transfers across the bay, various boats are available for approx. R9,850 for a return crossing, covering arrival and departure transfers. Please advise on details and we will help you book accordingly. The boats we choose are all substantial and capable of taking 10 pax with all their luggage, food and drinks for the week.
Boat Charter Opportunities:
There are a few charter options. These are supplied by independent owner/operators, but we have negotiated costs as best as we can to R9,850 for RSA visitors for a variety of good boats. Price covers both ways for all options.
TRANSFER FROM MAPUTO TO SANTA MARIA to stay in one of the Villas available for rental.
The boat will depart from Maputo Marina or Porto De Pesca, where one can safely park your vehicle and trailer for a small fee. Departure times from Maputo Marina can be anytime from 3 hours before high tide to 3 hours after high tide. Departures from Porto De Pesca are not tide dependant. Transfers can be from first light in the morning until 1¼ hours before sunset. If the tides are low, the charter boats can depart from and arrive at Porto de Pesca, just 1.5kms away from Maputo Marina. The cost of the transfers is around R9,850 or $735 which covers both legs of the arrival and departure bay crossings.
Flying to Maputo is certainly the fastest:
The International airport is efficient. No VISAs are required for SA passport holders. There are four flights per day from JHB to Maputo and return, direct flights to/from Durban on most days and twice a week flights to/from Cape Town. In addition there are direct International flights from Europe twice a week.
From Maputo to Nhoxani by helicopter is only a 20 minute flight. Charters are available
From Maputo to Inhaca by small plane is only a 15 minute flight plus 30 minute boat transfer. Charters are available
From Maputo to Nhoxani by boat is a 1 - 1.5 hours transfer. Charters are available.
The driving option is also popular:
Drive to Maputo, take the Catembe Ferry and drive via Salimanga and the Elephant Reserve. This is a 6 hour journey from Maputo.
The shortest route is Komatiepoort/Boane/Bella Vista, Ele Reserve. The Komatiepoot to Boane road is reported to be in bad shape so this option is not recommended until it has received attention.
Alternative route via Kosi Bay, probably the longest but the better road.
Supplies are plentiful in Maputo:
GAME, SHOPRITE, WOOLWORTHS and many local high quality supermarkets available for every need. Medical facilities are also available if required with private clinics offering excellent support.
Santa Maria:
Only 4 kms from Nhoxani, offers a convenience store and vegetable market. It supplies a variety of dry goods, some fresh produce and most alcohol and soft beverages. A few rustic restaurants and bars offer local cuisine.
Electricity and Water::
Nhoxani uses borehole water and obtains electricity off the national grid via its own transformer.
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