Farm for Sale in Harkerville Ah

Secure and uniquely appointed Country Residence with beautifully landscaped gardens, swan pond, dams and private forested tranquility. This Country style residence formerly a 4 star lodge and wellness center exudes its own charm and style.

From the main automated gate entry, the long curving driveway through the row of young maple trees meanders past the "High Chaparral "long saloon house with spacious 1 bedroom, bathroom and kitchen and an adjoining tack room which could serve as a lounge or second bedroom. Backing the saloon are two large stables with lighting and a tidy chicken coup. Various pathways lead off through the landscaped gardens to a fire-pit seating area sheltered and complete with built-in wooden table top prep area, power points and strategically placed lighting and a pizza oven with bar seating for unique entertainment experiences for family fun or events and team building. A fenced paddock with further wash bay and stables are under way and leads off with separate entrance to where the ring, arena and grazing field are being established.

Main Residence:

A koi feature greets one at the main house where one enters the foyer ideal for storing jackets, coats and country boots and the guest bathroom which is adjacent to a full guest suite including its own open plan lounge with fireplace, en-suite bathroom and terrace doors overlooking the gardens and fields beyond.

Once through the main foyer, double doors open into the double volume living and entertainment lounge with magnificient 4m high windows inviting the forest in and the roaring fireplace with automated heat fans ensuring maximum heat coverage in the cooler winter months. A wine cellar neatly enclosed in glass below the stairway is planned to connect to a front bar area flowing out through foldaway doors onto a large, covered terrace overlooking the expansive gardens, 16m infinity pool and a swan lake with central water feature.

Ground floor includes:

* Spacious living and lounging areas with double volume fireplace feature

* An open plan kitchen with center island with a full scullery, under full refurbishment.

* 3 master suites in excess of 30m2 each with own fireplaces and en-suite bathrooms

* An expansive entertainment lounge with aircon, fireplace, foldaway doors to the expansive gardens

* Multiple front and rear terraces

* An indoor terrace planned for the gym room

* A separate laundry and large rear undercover drying area

* An external staff bathroom.

First floor:

* 4th master bedroom complete with its own lounge, fireplace, en-suite and terrace overlooking the pool, pond and landscaped gardens

* 5th master bedroom/study/home office with fireplace, en-suite and external separate entrance ideal as a studio flatlet or estate managers abode.

* 6th bedroom with full en-suite.

* First floor landing study and library area

* Three upper terraces overlooking the gardens and surrounding forests

2,8ha are entirely electric fenced around the main homestead ensuring peace of mind for you, your family, staff, guests and pets. A further fenced paddock and a cleared area of approx 2,2ha with a dam are for pasture. An additional 6,8 ha of forested area with a lower dam are utilised for horse paths and feature a blackwood wishing tree. This area is ideal for further forest cabins that could bring in an additional income stream.

* Electricity grid: 3-Phase

* Imported 2.2kVa generator supports and provides consistent back up for all water pumps, exterior lights and Internet.

* 4 x Gas Geyser units

* 4 x Electric Geysers

* 120 m Borehole pumping 1200L/hour

* 3 x 10 000 L water tanks with filtration system

* Septic Tank - 2 X 5000L tank underground waste water system.

The price is ex vat and there is an option to purchase the company owning the property and business as a going concern with all farm related equipment and more included.

This prime estate residence must be seen to be fully appreciated... it truly is paradise found.

Harkerville:

Situated between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna , Harkerville is surrounded by spectacular forest landscapes. Very popular with polo players, equestrian sport lovers and perfect for mountain biking, hiking, golf, wine tasting or simply enjoying nature.The pristine beaches of Robberg are only 11 minutes away and amongst the most beautiful in South Africa. There are a number of green flag nature and hiking trails within the immediate vicinity. The nearby 18-hole golf courses are amongst the top 10 in South Africa.