Seven Homes, Thirteen Hectares of Vines, One Stellenbosch Address
Most farms make you choose between a family home, a working vineyard and an income property. This 21.58 ha Stellenbosch farm, framed by the Helderberg Mountains, gives you all three, already built and already running.
Live here
The four-bedroom main house (± 390 m²) stands in a grove of trees with vineyards on every side. It is light-filled and in pristine condition. There is a formal lounge, and a family room with a bar for entertaining. The open-plan kitchen and dining area has generous contemporary cupboards and serving units, backed by a separate scullery. A private study and a double garage complete the house.
Farm here
There are about 13 hectares of vineyards on granite and shale-rich soils. These soils hold nutrients and water well. The vines are Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Water security is often where Western Cape farms fall short. This one is strong:
• An irrigation allocation of 14 ha from Theewaterskloof Irrigation, via the Wynland Water Association. That covers every planted hectare, with room to spare.
• A recently rehabilitated dam holding about 40,000 m³, filled by natural run-off
• Municipal supply for domestic water
A large store of about 610 m² supports the farming operation.
Earn here
Beyond the main house, the farm has accommodation for every need:
• Manager’s house: 3 bedrooms, well appointed
• Guest cottage: 2 bedrooms, patio, 2 garages and a storeroom
• Three cottages: set away from the main house under thick shade trees. They are rustic but inviting, and suit rental income.
• Staff cottage
There is room for a manager, family and guests, plus income from the cottages, and everyone keeps their privacy.
Power
The main house runs on an 8 kW inverter, a 5 kW battery and four solar panels. A 30 kVA generator provides backup, and Eskom is the main supply.
The opportunity
You could keep it as a private family estate, run it as a serious wine-grape operation, or build an income around the cottages. The infrastructure for all three is already in place.
Price excludes VAT. Viewings by appointment with Marchand du Plessis, Century 21 Helderberg & Stellenbosch.