'When Molori launched in 2007 it was the epitome of the "glamofari". With the latest refurbishment, interior decorator Andrea Kleinloog pushed the art envelope further...'
Pippa de Bruyn
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14
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5
Bedrooms
5
En-suite bathrooms
1
Adjacent bathroom
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17 800
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When Molori launched in 2007 it was the epitome of the ‘glamofari’ – a no-expense private villa bolthole that raised the bar and then some, luring the likes of Kate Moss, Nicholas Cage and John Travolta into the Big Five malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve.

Eschewing the traditional safari ‘look book’, the owners stripped away walls, using floor-to-ceiling fold-away glass doors, and dressed their shaded platforms in bold contrasting pieces: a modern motorised Fendi chaise lounge with vintage Louis Vuitton bar cabinets; custom Ethiopian beaded chair with antique Chinese drum; crystal chandelier with Philippe Starck bath. Over time, Ichikowitz added contemporary art to this eclectic mix, with covetable works by Walter Battiss, Edoardo Villa, Lady Skollie, Angus Taylor and Norman Catherine on display.

With the latest refurbishment, interior decorator Andrea Kleinloog pushed the art envelope further. Turning a lack of usable wall space into an opportunity, she approached artist Koos Groenewald to ask if he would consider making 'art rugs'. Groenewald suggested they expand the brief to include a diverse array of internationally-recognised contemporary South African artists: Athi-Patra Ruga, Cameron Platter, Jody Paulsen, Maja Marx and Nabeeha Mohamed. It fell to Michael Brabetz and his Durban team to translate the six artworks into large-scale hand-tufted rugs.

The results surpassed expectations: from the intensity and vibrancy of colour, to the use of different pile heights and materials to simulate thicker brush strokes, each art rug is both highlight and cohesive anchor for the space. A marvellous collaboration between owner, designer, artists and master craftsmen, the transformation of two-dimensional paintings into highly tactile and inviting rugs is not the only reason to visit (game-viewing, cuisine, service are all top drawer) but it sure encapsulates the Setswana meaning of Molori: ‘to dream’.

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Five suites (may be booked exclusive-use)

Two premier (Lesedi and Nqwedi)
One family suite (Sephiri)
Two presidential suites (Molelo and Metsi)

All have floor-to-ceiling retractable glass walls, private decks and pools, bush views, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, Nespresso machine and mini bars.

Molelo and Presidential Suites (two bedrooms)
• Two luxurious suites at opposite ends
• Private deck and infinity pool
• Hot spa bath
• Indoor and outdoor showers
• Freestanding bath
• Walk-in dressing room
• Library/study
• Flatscreen television (satellite and DVD)
• Indoor and outdoor dining options
• Dining area
• Service kitchen
• Fireplaces
• Heated flooring
• Bose iPod docking station
• Guest bathroom
• Laptop
• Telescope

Metsi Presidential Suite (one master suite)
• Luxurious master suite
• Private deck and infinity pool
• Hot spa bath
• Indoor and outdoor showers
• Freestanding rim-flow bath
• Walk-in dressing room
• Library/study
• Flatscreen television (satellite and DVD)
• Indoor and outdoor dining options
• Dining area
• Service kitchen
• Fireplaces
• Heated flooring
• Bose iPod docking station
• Guest bathroom
• Laptop
• Telescope

Sephiri Suite (two bedrooms)
• Ideal for families (split level)
• Main en-suite bedroom downstairs
• Stone-clad fireplace
• Living room
• Study
• Private deck with infinity pool
• Daybeds
• Second en-suite bedroom upstairs with views
• Outdoor shower
• Guest bathroom
• Heated flooring
• Telescope

Lesedi and Nqwedi suites
• Each has one en-suite bedroom:
• Freestanding bath (Nqwedi's is copper)
• Stone-clad fireplace
• Terrace with infinity pool
• Outdoor shower
• Guest bathroom
• Heated flooring
• Telescope
• Daybeds
• Orbital love seat (Nqwedi)

INCLUDED

• Fully inclusive
• Guided Big Five game drives
• Informal art tours
• Walks (guided)
• High tea
• Game drive snacks and drinks
• Housekeeping
• Laundry service
• Mini bar
• Concierge
• Unlimited Wi-Fi
• 24-hour security

AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
• Spa: selection of treatments available
• Activities and excursions
• Babysitting

• Molori offers helicopter fly-in-and-out day and overnight experiences. Trips may be booked to visit the Ichikowitz Family Foundation’s K9 facility at their lodge in the Magaliesberg, Moledi Gorge, which specialises in anti-poaching programmes across the continent.


• Madikwe's game viewing is spectacular as it's home to the ‘Big10’, which includes the Big 5 as well as hippo, cheetah, hyena, giraffe and the endangered African Wild Dog plus over 350 recorded bird species.


• Speak to us if you wish to discover more about the art and sculpture at Molori and the inspirational 'art rug' project. New works are constantly added to the walls from the owner's private Ichikowitz Heritage Art Collection. Based in Johannesburg, it is one of the largest collections of its kind, featuring South African and African artists dating back as far as the 1950s. The diverse collection includes paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photography and video, all capturing the mood and emotions of Africa’s transformation and positioning the arts as an impetus for dialogue. Many works from this collection are now at Molori for guests to enjoy.

• Check in 14h00
Check out 11h00
• Maximum 14 guests

• No pets allowed
• Non-smoking
• All bookings subject to final approval by owner

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