Babson House is a private, colonial-era-style cottage set on the Cheetah Conservation Fund’s (CCF) research farm in the Waterberg area of north-central Namibia. Reminiscent of the 1940s farmhouses of the region, the three-bedroom villa is let as a whole property, with a private chef and host included, looking out from its veranda over CCF’s ambassador cheetah enclosure toward the Waterberg Plateau.
Location and Waterberg access
The villa sits on CCF’s farm grounds, with the Waterberg Plateau described by the property itself as dominating the view from the veranda. Otjiwarongo, the nearest town, is roughly 30 miles away, with the Otjiwarongo Crocodile Ranch and Otjiwarongo Railway Station both cited by the listing at around 30-31 miles from the property. This puts Babson House in the same general Waterberg area as Waterberg Guest Farm and Waterberg Wilderness Lodge, though guests come here primarily for the cheetah conservation experience rather than plateau hiking.
Accommodation and facilities
The entire villa sleeps up to four across three bedrooms and one bathroom — a queen room, a room with two full beds, and a twin room — with a combined dining and living area, a liquor cabinet and wine fridge, a private entrance, a balcony with a landmark view, and outdoor dining furniture. A private chef prepares meals and a host attends to guests throughout the stay; the standard rate is priced as All-Inclusive.
Who this property may suit
Babson House suits small groups or families who want an exclusive, private-house stay built around CCF’s cheetah conservation work, including the chance to see behind-the-scenes research activity, rather than a conventional hotel-room stay. It is a higher-tier, whole-property booking, so it will not suit budget travellers or those wanting a self-catering option.
Planning your Waterberg stay
Because Babson House is let as a single entire villa, the nightly rate covers the whole property rather than a per-person room charge; the base rate of around N$17,250 is quoted for two guests, with higher-occupancy pricing available for three or four sharing the three bedrooms. Children are not permitted at this property, and a paid airport shuttle can be arranged. Check current availability for Babson House at Cheetah Conservation Fund using the booking link on this page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Babson House a private house or a hotel room?
It is an entire three-bedroom villa, booked as a whole property rather than individual rooms.
Are meals included?
Yes — the standard rate is All-Inclusive, with a private chef preparing meals.
Can children stay at Babson House?
No, this property does not allow children.
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