Singita Serengeti House

Take an opulent colonial-era African residence and fast forward to the 21st century. This is what South African design mavens, Cécile & Boyd, have had a hand in creating at the exclusive-use estate. It’s a hybrid design of countryside indulgence and African nouveau. A large dining and lounge area, set in the neutral palate of the surrounding landscape, opens onto a stone terrace and expansive wooden deck with contemporary furnishings overlooking the plains and 25-metre lap pool.

Two of the four beautifully decorated guest rooms can be found in the main house and the other two are in garden suites alongside. Homely and private, it would be easy to spend a morning in, enjoying the view from your king size bed with a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Indulge in a bubble bath in your stand-alone tub or an enlivening private outdoor shower in the morning sunshine.

The abundant wildlife is truly the star of the show at this Serengeti outpost. Head out on game drive, walking safari or even on a horse-riding safari (if you're of a good riding standard). To help you unwind there are pampering in-room spa treatments. If, after all the wining and dining you want to get your circulation going, challenge your mate to a game of tennis on the private court or do some languid laps in the swimming pool.