People behind the project

Developers: W. and H. Joubert; Legal: Bell, Dewar and Hall; Town Planner: Derick Peacock Associates; Contractors: Kashane Building & Construction; Site Approval and Ecology: Environmental Outsource cc.; Wildlife: World Wildlife Services & Mabalatu Management Services; Fishing: Endorsed by the Machadadorp Fishing Club; Marketing: Coral Palm

Limited Upmarket Development

Development on Doornkop is restricted to 65ha (approx. 3%) of the 2000 ha reserve. This limitation means that Doornkop will not become urbanised and will ensure a restful natural ambience. At full capacity the nett density on the conservancy will approx. 1 person per 8ha. The entire property has been game fenced and is being returned to nature. Invasive plants such as Wattles along drainage lines are being cleared by the Working For Water program and used for firewood by the resort. These activities will improve stream flow, rehabilitate natural assets such as waterfalls and increase species diversity as well. Caves and old prospecting mineshafts have been set aside as shelters and sanctuaries for species such warthogs, bats and owls.

Natural beauty abounds at Doornkop

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Stone and thatch facades adorn upmarket country homes, cottages and chalets overlooking trout dams and a river

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The Central Complex

A central complex with restaurant, pub, library, fly-tying studio, leisure equipment hire shop and convenience kiosk is set on the slopes of Doornkop overlooking the main dam.

Central complex on the slopes of Doornkop overlooking the main dam.

A meal in the restaurant provides a break from self-catering

Enjoy refreshments overlooking the main dam