Step into a Klein Karoo dream, where country living meets elegance, sustainability, and charm. This picturesque smallholding is something right out of a magazine, offering rolling vineyards, lush gardens, breathtaking views, and a self-sufficient lifestyle in the heart of Barrydale.
With its own working vineyard producing Shiraz wine, a modern Karoo-style home, and unparalleled natural beauty, this property is a rare find for those looking to embrace the serene and sophisticated rural lifestyle.
The spacious and beautifully designed main house blends rustic elegance with modern comfort. A stone-clad wooden stoep overlooks the vineyards, rolling green lawns, and the vast Karoo landscape, making it the perfect setting for sunset wine tastings or long, lazy afternoons.
Inside, the
open-flow lounge and dining area features large windows that frame breathtaking views, allowing natural light to flood the space. Polished cement floors add a stylish touch, while the kitchen is both modern and functional, designed for effortless entertaining.The expansive bedroom, complete with its own fireplace, creates a warm and cozy retreat, ideal for crisp Karoo evenings. A full bathroom complements the home, ensuring both comfort and convenience.
A sun-drenched enclosed reception/stoep area offers an inviting space for relaxation, reading, or hosting Karoo-style gatherings, making this home the ultimate blend of comfort and countryside charm.
This exceptional smallholding boasts its very own working vineyard, spanning approximately 150m and producing an impressive 250L of Shiraz wine annually, with three successful harvests. This is a rare opportunity for any aspiring winemaker or wine enthusiast to continue a tradition of boutique wine production in the heart of the Klein Karoo.
Beyond the vineyard, the property features a small olive grove, with five mature olive trees that have stood the test of time, alongside five newly planted trees, ensuring a continuous and expanding yield for years to come. Adding to the abundance of fresh produce, a lemon tree and fig tree provide seasonal fruits, allowing for a truly self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle.
For those with a passion for growing their own food, the 9m x 4m shade-net vegetable garden is thoughtfully designed with raised beds, making it ideal for year-round organic cultivation. Whether you’re planting seasonal vegetables, herbs, or specialty crops, this garden provides a protected and fertile environment for homegrown goodness.
Completing the property’s picturesque and self-sufficient landscape is a beautiful rose garden that adds a touch of elegance and colour, along with well-maintained vineyards that enhance the property’s scenic and agricultural appeal. With a perfect balance of practicality and beauty, this estate embodies the ideal country lifestyle, offering sustainability, charm, and a connection to nature.
This versatile smallholding offers multiple additional structures, providing both practical storage solutions and comfortable living spaces. A 9m x 3m Wendy House serves as a dedicated storage area or workshop, ideal for keeping equipment, tools, or hobby materials neatly organized. For those in need of extra living or working space, a 6m x 3m insulated Wendy House provides a comfortable guest suite or home office. Whether used for overnight visitors, remote work, or creative projects, this space is designed for versatility and convenience.
A 1.5m x 2m external storeroom offers additional storage for tools, gardening equipment, and household essentials, ensuring everything has its place without cluttering the main house.
One of the standout features of this property is a beautiful Wendy House designed as a self-contained sleeping space for two. With enough room for a study, this charming retreat is ideal for visitors, artists, or those seeking a private escape within the tranquil surroundings of the Karoo.
This property is designed for sustainability and long-term self-sufficiency, with a high-capacity borehole water system supplying approximately 3,000L per hour, ensuring a reliable and independent water source year-round.
To support water storage, the property includes two 2,500L water tanks, allowing for the collection and management of water resources. Additionally, while municipal water and electricity are connected, the borehole system provides an excellent foundation for off-grid potential, making this property a secure and future-proof investment for those seeking a sustainable lifestyle in the Karoo.
This magnificent smallholding is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle statement, offering the perfect mix of privacy, sustainability, and the romance of vineyard living. If you dream of producing your own wine, enjoying the peaceful rhythms of the countryside, or simply owning a slice of Karoo paradise, this property is the one you've been waiting for.
The owner has another adjacent property that they would consider selling together with this one! Ask me for more details and contact me today to arrange a viewing and experience the magic of this Klein Karoo dream come true!
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