THE RESIDENCES AT UMBONO

Where considered living meets the wild.

Aerial view of Umbono and the surrounding Eastern Cape landscape

Nestled within the sweeping landscapes of the Bushmans River Valley, The Residences at Umbono offer a rare opportunity to own a home where contemporary luxury and the untamed beauty of the Eastern Cape exist in effortless harmony.

Here, life moves to a different rhythm.

Giraffe standing in the reserve landscape

Wake to the distant call of the bush, watch giraffe wander across the landscape and experience the quiet thrill of seeing rhino, buffalo and plains game in their natural surroundings. Days unfold beneath vast African skies, while evenings are marked by spectacular sunsets, fireside gatherings and the unmistakable stillness of the wilderness.

And yet, this sense of escape is remarkably accessible.

Golden sunset above the trees at Umbono

Situated approximately 100 km — or an hour’s drive — from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), The Residences are ideally positioned for those seeking seclusion without isolation. The beautiful coastal towns of Kenton-on-Sea, Cannon Rocks and Boknesstrand are approximately 25 km, or 20 minutes away, placing beaches, rivers and the Eastern Cape coastline within easy reach.