Residential vacant land for sale in Westford

A Remarkable Development Opportunity

An exceptional opportunity to create something truly distinctive on 177 hectares of some of the Garden Route's most beautiful and unspoilt natural landscape — now positioned within Knysna's urban edge. Just 10 kilometres from Knysna's economic and tourism hub, this remarkable property stretches from the banks of the Knysna River, across the landscape towards Phantom Pass and the Rheenendal Road. Its elevated position reveals exquisite views across the Knysna River and Lagoon towards the Outeniqua Mountains, while the surrounding landscape is characterised by indigenous forest, mountain fynbos and an abundance of wildlife and birdlife.

The opportunity lends itself to a development founded on a more grounded approach to living — reconnecting with the land and embracing a shared vision of sustainable, nature-conscious living.

Imagine a contemporary farmstead community where residents can grow their own produce, keep farm animals and live with greater independence, incorporating off-grid principles and a genuine connection to the natural environment.

Alternatively, the property presents an exciting opportunity for an equestrian eco-estate, with the potential to incorporate stabling, livery, training and competition facilities, together with residential and lifestyle elements — creating a destination centred around horses, nature and outdoor living.

Few locations offer such a compelling combination of scale, natural beauty and accessibility. The property borders the Knysna River, one of the Western Cape's relatively unspoilt river systems. Its partially tidal waters support a rich diversity of fish and waterfowl, while the surrounding forests, fynbos and riverine landscape provide an extraordinary habitat for wildlife.

The natural environment extends beyond the property, with the renowned forests, rivers and beaches of the Garden Route creating an exceptional backdrop to a lifestyle that feels far removed from the city, yet remains remarkably close to it.

This is an opportunity to create something with a genuine sense of place — a development where country living, sustainability and nature can coexist within easy reach of Knysna's CBD.

Environmental approval is already in place and remains valid, providing an important foundation for taking the development opportunity forward.

A rare opportunity to shape a substantial piece of the Garden Route into something distinctive, sustainable and enduring.