The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa is a garden-like oasis shrouded in tall trees and flower blossoms set on 10 acres in the Sandhurst neighbourhood, 1km west of Sandton.

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The resort and spa offers a luxury getaway of beach relaxation in beautiful villas with private terraces.

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Comprised of palatial villas, a free-form swimming pool, signature Anantara Spa and gourmet dining, I was anxious to experience all the property had to offer and, after a quick dip in the refreshing pool, I signed up for an early morning, sunrise desert trek.

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The 61 villas are either perched on the beach or built directly out over the blue lagoon, including the spa suites that overlook the Indian Ocean.

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Its guests will not only enjoy typical amenities--like a gourmet restaurant, plasma televisions and a full-service spa--they'll also get to sleep in the first resort in the country to feature only villas with private pools.

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