A Decade On: 12 Things You Should Know About umSisi House

umSisi House is the result of many years hard work by owners, Paddy and Amanda Bond Gunning, whose vision for the perfect villa-holiday experience came to fruition when umSisi House first opened its doors in March 2010.

Since then, umSisi House has mastered all aspects of our guest offerings. Whether you are a first-time or returning guest, here are 12 things you should know about our private group accommodation in South Africa’s Kruger Lowveld Region:

1. We are an exclusive-use, private villa as opposed to a lodge or hotel. This means that groups of up to 10 people are invited to join us ‘’At Home in Africa’’ for a completely bespoke stay.
2. At 750m above sea level, we are malaria free at umSisi House, while the greater Kruger National Park and those properties situated within it are often not.
3. Our reputation as a gourmet getaway serving Afro-fusion food has grown both locally and globally over the last 10 years. We love what we do and so will you!

   

4. We happily cater for special dietary requirements such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and any food allergies which we have been delivering to very satisfied guests!
5. Our dishes are made with fresh produce from our organic vegetable garden, where you will find a range of beautiful vegetables, fruits and herbs.
6. We are one of the most environmentally sustainable properties in the Kruger Lowveld region. We recycle everything; make use of solar geysers and full LED lighting; and use our own springs, compost and natural grey water system.
7. This means that when the rest of the area loses electricity due to power outages and load shedding doesn’t faze us.
8. We run our Longer Stay Special offer throughout the low season. You just have to ask!

   

9. We have access to the best specialist guides in the area for Panorama Route Tours and Kruger National Park Safaris. These must be confirmed at time of booking.

   

10. We offer our guests the most amazing therapeutic healing massages, if booked in advance.
11. The umSisi House dogs – two sweet-natured Boxers, named Zambuck and Lilly – are a real highlight for many guests that stay with us. For those few guests don’t like dogs, we ensure they remain invisible.

    

12. Our guest feedback indicates that a three-night stay at umSisi House is preferred in order to make the most of your stay with us and experience all that the area has to offer.

Contact us to find out more or to book your stay – we look forward to welcoming you to umSisi House!