Wooden cabin to yourself at the Vervet Monkey Foundation, an internationally accredited sanctuary. The outdoor eco-toilets, sink and hot showers are shared with a couple of other people aswell as the communal areas such as the kitchen & lounge area in seperate buildings further up the path if you wish to use them.Enjoy the 25 hectares of indigenous bush at a working rescue sanctuary. Wild vervets and bushbabies amongst other nature can be found here. Enjoy a walk on the hill or just watch the sunset on one of the rocks in simplicity & nature. If more than 2 people, see our other listings less than 100m away Rubin's cottage.
The space
The cabin is approx 3m x 3m situated in a quiet area away from other cabins. There is a double bed with bedding, mosquito net, fan & wardrobe. The outdoor shower and eco-toilet are only shared between a couple of people.
There is a covered patio area for dining and meals can be prepared on request by our vegan cook. There is also a lounge area & firepit (shared also by volunteers).
The kitchen
Use of the communal area of the kitchen is for tea / coffee / breakfast (shared with volunteers). Use of kettle and toaster and shared fridge space.
Other things to note
3 rescue dogs and a few cats live on the sanctuary premises. Generally the sanctuary is quiet, especially between the seasons of Feb - Sept when there are less volunteers.
Accommodates: 2
Bathrooms: 1 Bath
Bedrooms: 1
Check In: Flexible check in time
Property type: Cabin
Room Type: Entire Place
Kitchen Type: Vegan
Beds
Queen: 1
Free parking on premises
Scenic views
Refrigerator
Hot water
Wifi / Internet
Coffee / tea
Vegan breakfast
Closet / drawers
Desk / workspace
Essentials (towels, sheets, soap, toilet paper and pillows)
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Not suitable for infants (Under 2 years)
Not suitable for companion animals
Smoking allowed
Long-term stays allowed
Vegan-only cooking / food storage
Smoking is only allowed in outside designated areas including just outside the cabin. No non-vegan items to be brought onto the premises. No loud music. No touching or feeding the monkeys or wildlife.
Meal Preparation
Transportation
Tour Guide
Other
We can organise trips to Kruger National Park and other places with a qualified tour guide if booked in advance. Lifts to town or the nearby lodge maybe possible in a bakkie when we go into town. There is also a reliable taxi driver who we know and car hire in town. Opportunity if you wish to get involved and pay an additional fee to experience a day volunteering at the sanctuary with one of our staff. We also offer day experiences and overnight volunteering experiences.
Moderate
Cancel up to 5 days before your trip and get a full refund minus service fees back.
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Lock on bedroom door
1 night minimum stay
90 nights maximum stay
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Tzaneen, South Africa . Joined in April 2025
I'm originally from UK, but now run a primate sanctuary in South Africa. Trustworthy & reliable with a great love for animals.
Josie's property is located in Tzaneen, Limpopo, ZA
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