Farm For Sale in Stellenbosch

Property description

Experience the charm and elegance of Tuscany right here in South Africa with this stunning Tuscan-style estate near Stellenbosch. This 'Podere' (Italian farm) captures the essence of a true Tuscan villa, offering an unparalleled blend of rustic beauty and modern comfort.

This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire authentic Tuscan-inspired Wine, Olive and Guesthouse Estate. This income-producing Estate was lovingly built by their Italian owners and is their pride and joy! The reason for selling is that they are now at retirement age. The farm may be acquired with all farm equipment and most furniture. The Estate is VAT registered and it can be a no-VAT transaction.

Key Features:
• Authentic Tuscan Architecture: Built with local stone and natural materials, the estate boasts thick stone walls, terracotta and sunbaked colors, bold columns, and arches of Tuscan order.
• Picturesque Surroundings: Enjoy romantic landscapes and beautiful views, including Table Mountain and Simonsig, from various vantage points around the property.
• Lush Vineyards and Olive Groves: The estate features vineyards of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, and Malbec, alongside flourishing olive groves.

The Residence:
• Grand Entrance: Natural light floods through large arched windows, highlighting a wrought iron spiral staircase, a hallmark of Tuscan style.
• Living Areas: The living room features fully open sliding doors that offer relaxing views of the vineyards and olive groves. By night, the fireplace creates a cozy heart in the room.
• Seamless Flow: The living room leads to a TV room that opens onto a pool-facing loggia, while the TV room connects to an open-plan dining room and kitchen.
• Tuscan Kitchen: The kitchen, with a mural backsplash and built-in pizza oven, is well-used and well-loved. Imagine enjoying home-harvested red wine and fresh olives from your grove or waking up to the aroma of biscotti and espresso.
• Bedroom Suites: Two downstairs bedrooms with full en-suite bathrooms and private patios offer spectacular views. Upstairs, the main en-suite bedroom features double vanities and a large balcony for morning coffee dates. A second en-suite bedroom with a shower room and balcony overlooks the pool and Table Mountain.
• Wine Cellar: An underground, well-aerated wine cellar offers a magical atmosphere that must be seen to be believed.

Outbuildings:
• Winery: Includes a fermentation cellar, maturation cellar, and storage, along with labelling and bottling facilities. The office area above the winery can be converted into an additional cottage.
• Pasta Room and Outdoor Braai: The infinity pool is surrounded by a flatlet on one side and a kitchen on the other, with a covered outdoor braai area known as "The Boardroom."
Guest Cottage:
• A separate two-bedroom cottage with an open-plan living room, dining area, kitchen, and private braai patio.

Additional Amenities:
• Crops: ± 2.8 hectares of vineyards and 320 olive trees (Leccino and Frantoio), plus vegetable beds with cultivated artichokes.
• Water Supply: Includes a 4 million liters/year water scheme, municipal water connection, a dam, and water storage facilities.
• Production: Vineyards produce approximately 14 tons/year, with the winery capable of bottling up to 16,000 bottles/year. The estate also produces and cures olives, with olive oil pressed externally.
• Income Opportunities: Generate revenue from hospitality services, wine and olive sales, film shoots, pasta making, and weddings.

Prime Location:
• Conveniently close to main roads, esteemed wine estates, Cape Town International Airport, and major routes connecting the Boland and Cape Town.
• Nearby top schools in Stellenbosch and Paarl, as well as one of the top universities in Stellenbosch.
• Access to large shopping centers in the area.

Contact: Call Bianca, Albrecht, or Christelle to arrange your private viewing now! Let our lifestyle team help you find your lifestyle dream!