12 Bedroom House in East Bank
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