Property Details
**Swiss Style Timber Cabins, Off-Grid Eco Retreat & Equestrian Lodge in Sir Lowry’s Pass Village**
Discover an extraordinary opportunity nestled along the scenic N2 highway 10 mins drive from the bustling Somerset West Shopping Mall, as you approach the iconic Sir Lowry's mountain pass. Situated in the tranquil village of Sir Lowry’s Pass at the foothills of the majestic Hottentots Holland mountain range, this property is rich in equestrian heritage. This area is renowned for its country estates and stables, celebrated for show jumping and horse racing, with legends such as Graham Beck having raised some of his finest yearlings here.
Set amidst a serene pine forest and gently sloping terrain, this expansive homestead offers sweeping views towards the distant Strand ocean horizon. The property features several beautifully crafted Swiss-inspired eco timber frame structures, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere—ideal for a family home or guest lodge.
The thoughtfully designed timber frame facilities and enchanting tree houses present a multitude of opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking diverse income streams. Whether it’s equestrian training, animal rescue, eco workshops, catering events such as weddings, or creating retreats and rehabilitation spaces, this property is ripe for innovation. It includes rolling lawns and an outdoor wedding pavilion.
The estate also supports vibrant activities such as summer schools and music performance workshops. It serves as a haven for guests, boasting two to three rentable cottages, with two cottages already generating profitable income via Airbnb.
An olive grove is thriving here with 150 olive trees, ready-to-revive honey hives, and abundant poultry livestock all adding to the rustic charm. Organic gardening enthusiasts will relish the space for growing vegetables.
Sports and recreation are well-catered for with facilities that include billiard tables in an expansive games room, tennis courts, lawn cricket, and croquet. Wine connoisseurs can enjoy the prize wine cellar and wine collection, (wine collection not included in price) while film producers will appreciate the location's popularity as a filming venue—regularly rented for at least three tv advertisements annually.
The property has even been featured as the backdrop for a writer’s documentary movie. Additional amenities include a home cinema and a music rehearsal studio and performance space.
The surrounding area offers ample outdoor activities such as horseback riding trails, walking paths, and mountain biking routes. Nearby establishments include an arts performance and training center as well as an eco-training school.
Practical features of this property include two-bedroom domestic quarters, a borehole with a reverse osmosis water filtration system, and generators, allowing the entire estate to function completely off-grid. Enhanced security measures ensure peace of mind for residents and guests alike.
This exceptional property combines natural beauty with limitless potential, offering a unique lifestyle or business venture in one of Cape Town’s most picturesque settings.