Have you ever dreamed of escaping to your own getaway farm 'far from the madding crowd'?
Imagine immersing yourself in nature, eating a meal under the starlit sky or taking a shower outdoors on a warm Karoo evening… while listening to the night sounds and watching a duiker skip by.
And for adventure lovers, hiking, mountain biking and 4x4 trails beckon… take a look at these 5 Klein Karoo getaway farms…
1. Calitzdorp eco estate bliss for R1.895 million
This farm for sale in Calitzdorp on Gamka Eco Estate, on the popular R62 route, offers a beautifully remote and stylish cottage, which is completely off the grid. It is selling for R1.895 million - click here to view.This farm for sale in Calitzdorp, Gamka Eco Estate, on the popular R62 route, offers a beautifully remote and stylish cottage on 24ha of own-titled ground, which is completely off the grid.
Nestled in the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains with the Gamka River running though the estate, it offers lovely picnic and swimming spots. Various game roam free and it’s a mountain biker's paradise.
The cottage has two spacious bedrooms, both with walk-in cupboards and a private bathroom. Living areas are open plan with large bay windows to let in natural light. There are fireplaces in the main bedroom and lounge. The kitchen has a pantry and the undercover patio allows you to sit back and absorb the total peace and tranquillity of the setting. There is a storeroom and double carport.
Take a bath or shower outside and luxuriate in the starlit Karoo evenings.
The cottage is fully self-sustainable with water tanks and solar power.
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2. True Karoo escape in Ladismith for R1.95 million
This nature lovers' retreat ‘far from it all’ lies hidden between valleys offering total serenity, breathtaking landscapes and 360 degree mountain views. It is selling for R1.95 million - click here to view.This 200ha nature lovers' retreat ‘far from it all’ lies hidden between valleys offering total serenity, breathtaking landscapes and 360 degree mountain views of the Swartberg, Rooiberg and Touwsberg ranges.
There is a 4x4 trail for adventure enthusiasts and the farm is ideal for game.
For those looking for an authentic retreat, it has a cosy Karoo cottage which has been renovated and is around 110 years old. There are two bedrooms and a comfy living room and kitchen area with a fireplace. Oregon pine ceiling beams add to the overall charm.
The farm has two title deeds and an existing solar power-driven borehole. Duiker and steenbok have been spotted, and the shy moorcock lives and wanders freely. Fencing is in place.
Just under 4 hours' drive from Cape Town, makes for idyllic and easy getaways.
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3. Country oasis in Montagu for R2.35 million
This farm property 12km outside Montagu is 1.3ha and has a cottage with expansive wooden deck looking out towards the mountains and across the valley. It is selling for R2.35 million - click here to view.This farm property 12km outside Montagu is 1.3ha and has a cottage with expansive wooden deck looking out towards the mountains and across the valley.
The cottage has two large bedrooms with wooden floors on the top floor. The ground floor offers a third bedroom or study. There is a full bathroom with bath and shower. The kitchen is modern and leads to a dining and braai room with sliding door.
Outbuildings include an office, laundry with built-in cupboards, garage for two cars, and a workshop. There is also a small rondavel and net-shaded parking for two more vehicles. The swimming pool is set in a green and established garden, with a cement dam providing water and there is a large barn.
The property is fully irrigated and with ample water, offers the entrepreneur lifestyle farmer some great possibilities.
A tranquil escape about 2.5 hours' drive from Cape Town.
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4. Lifestyle farm in Uniondale for R2.6 million
This charming 16.5ha lifestyle farm for sale in Uniondale has a three-bedroom farmhouse and delightful renovated Karoo cottage. It is selling for R2.6 million - click here to view.This charming 16.5ha lifestyle farm for sale in the Joncksrus/de Vlugt Valley has a three-bedroom farmhouse and delightful renovated two-bedroom Karoo cottage.
Half of the property is natural Klein Karoo vegetation. The other half is cultivated with 150 young registered Favolosa olive trees under irrigation, and various fruit trees. It is bordered on two sides by rivers and the property has three dams.
It also has a two-bedroom labourer's cottage as well as animal sheds, chicken coops with 300 free-range chickens, 5ha fully fenced for goats, and three fields sown with lucerne. A Massey Ferguson tractor and all farm implements are included in the sale. The tractor, considered a collector's item, has recently been completely reconditioned.
Magical views, a jetty and your own natural pool in front of the house to take a dip in on hot summer days… this is country living at its best!
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Luxury game farm property in Oudtshoorn for R2.5 million
This lifestyle home on an exclusive 5ha of land, within a game farm, offers breathtaking views of the Swartberg Mountains. It is selling for R2.5 million - click here to view.This lifestyle home on an exclusive 5ha of land, within a game farm, offers breathtaking views of the Swartberg Mountains. It is an ideal base from which to explore the Garden Route as well as the rich diversity of the Klein Karoo and Route 62.
Situated only 48km from the George airport, it is easily accessible next to the N12 (R62).
There is a variety of wildlife, including giraffes, and the owner has access to the whole game farm.
The main house has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the cottage has one bedroom and a bathroom. Beautiful wooden floors and flowing living areas plus a large deck perfect for evening drinks and game watching, allow you to sit back and enjoy the moment.
Immerse yourself in nature!
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