Picturesque Countryside Farm: Main Residence & Separate Income-Generating Cottages

22-Hectare Agricultural Property with Guest Cottages, Wildlife and Exceptional Valley Views Set within the peaceful Dargle Conservancy, this 22-hectare agricultural property offers privacy, natural beauty and income-generating potential in a secure Midlands setting. Approximately two-thirds of the property comprises natural grassland suitable for grazing. Abundant wildlife and uninterrupted views across the valley create a tranquil country lifestyle, while the property’s location—approximately 20 minutes from Howick and Hilton—provides convenient access to nearby amenities. The surrounding area is supported by a close-knit community, friendly neighbours and a regularly graded road. - 22-hectare agricultural property - Situated in the Dargle Conservancy - Approximately two-thirds natural grassland - Suitable for grazing - Abundant wildlife and uninterrupted valley views - Approximately 20 minutes from Howick and Hilton - Peaceful, secure Midlands setting - Friendly rural community and regularly graded road Accommodation and Income Potential The property includes a private four-bedroom main residence positioned separately from three self-catering cottages. This arrangement provides excellent privacy for the owners while allowing the cottages to operate independently, with convenient self-check-in facilities. There are currently 12 bedrooms and eight bathrooms in total. The accommodation consists of the four-bedroom main house, two three-bedroom cottages and one two-bedroom cottage. The cottages currently generate an average income of approximately **R40,000–R50,000 per month**, despite limited marketing or management input. The property is currently operated as a tax-benefit venture to offset other earnings. Purchasers should obtain their own independent tax and legal advice. The cottages have approved municipal plans as staff housing. They are not currently registered as accommodation, hospitality or commercial premises, and any future commercial use would be subject to the relevant approvals and registrations. - Private four-bedroom main residence - Three self-catering cottages - 12 bedrooms and eight bathrooms in total - Independent cottage operation with self-check-in facilities - Current average cottage income of approximately R40,000–R50,000 per month - Limited marketing or management input currently required - Approved municipal plans as staff housing - Future commercial use subject to relevant approvals and registrations Main Residence The spacious main house is privately positioned and offers comfortable family accommodation with views over the surrounding countryside. Features include Oregon pine flooring, pure wool carpeting upstairs and a comfortable lounge with an effective fireplace. The kitchen is fitted with oak cabinetry, an electric stove and oven, while a separate laundry provides additional practicality. The home also includes a double garage, trailer port, caravan port and swimming pool overlooking the valley. There are two small workshops: one at the main house and another beside Mulberry Cottage. The caravan port includes a water tank and enjoys views across the dam and grassland. The main residence comprises four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower facilities. There is also an additional guest bathroom with a shower and toilet behind the garage. Plumbing is already in place in the main bathroom for the installation of a second basin. - Four-bedroom main residence - Two bathrooms, including an en-suite - Additional guest bathroom behind the garage - Plumbing in place for a second basin - Oregon pine flooring - Pure wool carpeting upstairs - Lounge with fireplace - Oak kitchen cabinetry with electric stove and oven - Separate laundry - Double garage and trailer port - Two small workshops - Caravan port with water tank - Valley, dam and grassland views - Swimming pool overlooking the valley Self-Catering Cottages The three existing cottages are privately positioned and provide flexible accommodation for guests, extended family or income-generating use. The first cottage includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms with bath and shower facilities. The second cottage offers three bedrooms and one bathroom with a large bath. The third cottage comprises two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with shower and bath facilities. - Three privately positioned cottages - First cottage: three bedrooms and two bathrooms - Second cottage: three bedrooms and one bathroom - Third cottage: two bedrooms and two bathrooms - Bath and shower facilities across the cottages - Suitable for guest accommodation or extended-family use Fourth Cottage and Approved Rebuild Potential Water, Electricity and Infrastructure The property is equipped with a range of practical rural services and infrastructure. Rainwater storage tanks and a greywater system assist with water management, while a petrol-powered pump draws winter water from a stream. A natural spring feeds into the dam, and the stream has reportedly never run dry. The stream was also recently tested as very clean. The main house has both solar and electric geysers. Electricity is supplied by Eskom three-phase power via a dedicated electrical line. A new transformer with surge protection has been installed to provide protection against lightning. - Rainwater storage tanks - Greywater system - Petrol-powered pump drawing winter water from a stream - Natural spring feeding the dam - Stream reportedly never runs dry - Stream recently tested as very clean - Solar and electric geysers at the main house - Eskom three-phase electricity - Dedicated electrical line - New transformer with lightning surge protection Location and Lifestyle The property is ideally positioned for access to the Midlands Meander and is within easy reach of Howick and Hilton. Its peaceful setting, open grassland, dam views and surrounding nature make it well suited to both private country living and guest accommodation. The cottages attract a diverse range of guests, including extended families booking the entire property, retreat facilitators, NGOs, visitors with retired parents in Howick and travellers stopping between Gauteng and the coast. Professionals in caring professions—including pastors, doctors, teachers and psychologists—also seek the cottages as a place to rest and enjoy privacy. Peak demand typically occurs during the Midmar Mile, school holidays and long weekends. The cottages’ outlook across the dam, together with the silence, open grassland and surrounding natural environment, remains a key attraction. - Conveniently positioned for the Midlands Meander - Approximately 20 minutes from Howick and Hilton - Suitable for private country living and guest accommodation - Popular with families, retreat facilitators and NGOs - Appeals to Gauteng-to-coast travellers - Suitable for professionals seeking rest and privacy - Stronger demand during the Midmar Mile, school holidays and long weekends - Peaceful outlook across the dam and grassland Security and Community The property is situated within a safe, small rural community with friendly neighbours. There are no tenants or staff living on the property, and the seller reports no known land claims. The access road is regularly graded. - Safe, small rural community - Friendly neighbours - No tenants or staff living on the property - Seller reports no known land claims - Regularly graded access road Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial agricultural holding with natural grassland, wildlife, water resources, a comfortable private residence and established guest accommodation potential in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.