R 3 690 000
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12 Bedroom House in East Bank

12 10 8 1 428 m²

Rare Riverfront Sanctuary in Port Alfred

Ultimate Lifestyle Compound or High-Yield Investment

Discover an unparalleled blend of nature, privacy, and self-sufficient living. Situated on a massive 1,600 m2 erf along Port Alfred''s Kowie river, this exceptional property is one of only four exclusive homes on this side of the river. Bordered by a protected greenbelt and nature reserve, it offers a tranquil escape just a 5-minute drive from the town center. Complete with a private jetty, this is a once-in-a-lifetime real estate opportunity.

The Main Residence Flexible Layout:

The U-shaped main building faces the river and is designed for ultimate versatility. It can be utilized as 4 separate apartments or 2 large duplex townhouses.

Capacity: 8 Bedrooms & 4 Lounges in total.

Bonus Spaces: Two large en-suite rooms ready for easy conversion into studio apartments.

The Hub: A covered, central communal entertainment area featuring a built-in braai, pool table, and dart board, perfect for guests or extended family.

The Second Building & Amenities:

Overlooking the lush greenbelt, the second building adds incredible value:

Upstairs: A modern, separate 2-bedroom apartment.

Additional Spaces: Renovated staff quarters, a double garage, a dedicated boat house, and an en-suite loft room ripe for a studio conversion.

Potential to scale up to 9 separate income-generating units total!

Eco-Living & Self-Sufficiency:

Live entirely off the grid with a few simple additions. The property is already equipped with:

90,000L rainwater tanks, septic tanks, and French drains.

A newly built 9x6m greenhouse and 25 thriving fruit trees.

A custom chicken house with a dedicated free-range garden.

Eskom electricity with a convenient prepaid Smart Meter just add solar to complete the eco-setup.

Parking & Security:

6 secure off-street parking bays with space to easily create 5 more.

Top-tier security featuring electric fencing and 24-hour armed response.

Property Summary:

Accommodation: 12 Bedrooms | 10 Bathrooms | Multiple Living Areas

Current Setup: 6 Apartments, Double Garage, and Boathouse

Features: Private Jetty, Greenhouse, Chicken House, and a Hidden Secret Garden that must be seen to be believed!

Property details

  • Listing number T5547013
  • Property type House
  • Listing date 9 Jul 2026
  • Land size 1 428 m²
  • Rates and taxes R 1 800

Property features

  • Bedrooms 12
  • Bathrooms 10
  • Lounges 4
  • Garage parking 2
  • Open parking 6
  • Flatlets
  • Pet friendly
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Security post
  • Garden

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