House for sale
Mountain Stone Cottage – Historic 1800s Retreat in Schoemanskloof
Enjoy a historic mountain getaway along the old Lydenburg–Nelspruit wagon trail, with direct waterfall and hiking access, heritage stone cottage, two fireplaces, and proven Airbnb income (3 beds, 2 baths).
Step into history with this charming stone cottage dating back to the late 1800s—originally built as an inn on the old wagon trail between Lydenburg and Nelspruit. Today, it operates as a highly successful Airbnb with a 4.9-star rating, repeat guests, and excellent occupancy.
Property Highlights
Authentic heritage stone cottage from the late 1800s
Sleeps 6 comfortably
- 1 downstairs bedroom
- 2 loft-style bedrooms above the lounge
2 bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen
Two fireplaces for cozy winter stays
Spacious stoep overlooking nature
Direct access to waterfalls, gorges, hiking trails and pristine natural surroundings
Well-loved Airbnb with strong tourism appeal
Perfect for those seeking a unique mountain escape, a heritage home, or a proven income-generating tourism property.
Financial assistance from Nedbank available.
Additional features
Ownership costs
Property history
Listed for sale at R1,450,000
Smart property insights
How does this home’s price compare with similar properties?
Price comparison based on 11 similar-sized 3-bed homes.
Insight
Priced 38% below the local median - and below the typical range across Nelspruit.
Compared with 11 similar homes (12 listings) across Nelspruit.
It sits below similar homes even on a price-per-m² basis - condition, position or finishes may explain the gap. Benchmarked on town-level data where the suburb sample is limited. Premium pockets may trade above town averages - check with the agent for local guidance.
Around R2M typical in Nelspruit Rural (small sample of 2).
MyProperty Insights are based on current active listings (excludes sold data) and may change. This is not a valuation or appraisal.
