21 ha Smallholding in Cathkin Park

Magnificent Nature Estate for Sale in the Heart of the Central Drakensberg

This is a rare opportunity to own one of the most breathtaking properties in the Central Drakensberg, nestled within a World Heritage Site. Spanning 21 hectares of pristine natural beauty, the estate offers a unique blend of luxury living, sustainable farming, and eco-tourism potential.

Key Features:

- Untouched Indigenous Forest with centuries-old trees, a natural fountain, and a stunning waterfall.

- Abundant Wildlife within a fully game-fenced area, home to Nyala, Zebra, Blesbuck, Impala, Black Wildebeest, Springbuck, Duiker, Ostrich, and a variety of birdlife including eagles and falcons.

- Sustainable Water Sources: Two boreholes (one with solar pump system producing bottled water quality), natural fountain, and a fully equipped water bottling plant.

- Massive Off-Grid 3-Phase Solar System with backup Eskom connection still available.

- Farming Infrastructure: Vegetable tunnels with irrigation, tobacco and medicinal herb cultivation, and an on-site nursery.

Accommodation:

- 1 x New 2-bedroom house

- 1 x New 1-bedroom house

- 2 x En-suite rondavels with kitchenettes (95% complete)

- 1 x Large rondavel with bathroom and kitchen

- 1 x Spacious main house (2 bed, 2 bath, dining room, lounge, patio 80% renovated)

- 3-bedroom Backpackers lodge area

Amenities:

- Heated swimming pool

- Large, fully equipped workshop

- Staff or backpackers accommodation

- Venue area (95% complete)

- Penny gum forest

- 2 x Tractors with numerous implements and tools

- Uncapped Wi-Fi across the entire farm

Zoning & Potential:

The property is zoned as Residential Agricultural Small Holding and includes fully installed infrastructure for electricity, water, sewerage, and stormwater making it ideal for further development or expansion. Formerly home to the well-known Old Drakensberg Backpackers (now restored), the estate is ready for tourism, farming, or private retreat opportunities.

This extraordinary estate offers the perfect balance of natural serenity, modern comfort, and development potential a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a slice of paradise in one of South Africa''s most iconic locations.