8.5 ha Farm in Byrne Valley

GLEN HAMISH

A Peaceful thatched country residence nestled on a small holding within Six Kms of Richmond village.

This idyllic 8.5Ha smallholding situated alongside the Mkuzane River is waiting for someone yearning for a country lifestyle .Water is virtually unlimited from the river and there is scope for developing various possible income streams. A paddock for horses or a few cows, an existing bamboo plantation can be exploited for the growing export demand and there are many other possibilities.

The magnificent and spacious split level recently re-thatched residence has to be seen to behold ,it is in a and lsquoYe Olde English-like setting with great trees, great birdlife and a rolling, beautifully kept garden extending down onto a waterfall on the perennial stream .It also has a large swimming pool with lapha to enjoy in the warm weather.

From the rear veranda one enters the home via the entrance hall leading through into an extremely tasteful lounge, with leaded windows, dining room and east facing sun room for those chilly winter mornings. Off to the right and up a short flight of stairs there are five bedrooms, three bathrooms and all have ample built in cupboards. Off the central entrance landing and down on the ground floor there are another three bedrooms and one currently being used for the storage of an incredible miniature car collection. It also has study or office. There is a wooden deck off the master bedroom overlooking the garden and the bubbling stream below.

The practical and spacious, tiled floored kitchen with all peripherals ,including gas andelectric stove is fitted with SA Pine cupboards aplenty, almost makes it a feature of this home .

The homestead area is surrounded by a very efficient, energised electric fence and remotely operated entrance gate. The home is well protected with burglar guarding and Trellidoor slam lock gates. It has three undercover and secured garages, one with an entrance into the homestead. Set back a little, are the workers/servant quarters for five people, plus a communal kitchen and bathroom with shower.

This is a very interesting property ,in the right place and has an ambiance suggesting the possibility of a lodge or B and B with a few walking trails along the river .It has good soils with arable land for crops or perhaps tunnels ,It has great potential for the right buyer.

This is a good one for young or old, Contact the agent to view ASAP.