Lifestyle property for sale in Knysna

A remarkable country retreat surrounded by natural beauty, rich history and the tranquillity of the Garden Route countryside.

The journey to this magnificent property is an experience in itself. Leaving Knysna behind, winding roads lead through beautiful indigenous forests, where towering yellowwoods and lush vegetation create a wonderful sense of escape. Situated approximately 13 kilometres from Knysna, this 66.42-hectare farm offers privacy, comfortable country living and the opportunity to embrace a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

Steeped in history, Gouna was once home to generations of woodcutters and timber workers. These enchanting forests were famously brought to life in the novels of celebrated South African author Dalene Matthee.

The Main Homestead: Surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens, the spacious, single-level homestead offers four en-suite bedrooms and welcoming living spaces flowing between the kitchen, dining room and lounge. A wood-burning fireplace adds warmth, while the kitchen features a gas hob and electric oven. Two gas geysers service the home. Outside, a swimming pool and landscaped gardens provide a peaceful setting for entertaining and relaxation. The homestead is enclosed and fenced.

The property offers extensive infrastructure, including; two-bedroom wooden cottage, separate two-bedroom manager's cottage, three garages, workshop and storage facilities, chicken coop, greenhouse with raised garden beds and seating area, dedicated fodder-production room and remote-controlled entrance gate.

The farm supports cattle, sheep, goats and chickens, with livestock and farm implements included in the sale, subject to an agreed inventory.

Six dams, two requiring rehabilitation, add to the property's agricultural potential. Whether continuing lifestyle farming or creating a private country retreat, the possibilities are plentiful.

For those seeking greater independence, the property offers three-phase electricity complemented by a 10 kW inverter, battery storage and 12 solar panels. Water storage and a filtration system incorporating membrane filtration further support a self-sufficient lifestyle. Together with the greenhouse, fodder-production system and established farming infrastructure, the property offers an appealing opportunity for sustainable country living.

What truly sets this farm apart is its extraordinary setting. The beautiful forest approach, mountain scenery, expansive grounds and peaceful surroundings create a wonderful sense of seclusion. Despite its tranquil rural location, the property remains within easy reach of Knysna's shops, restaurants, schools and amenities.

More than simply a farm, this is an opportunity to embrace a different pace of life in one of the Garden Route's most enchanting rural settings.