Five Bed, 3 bath Main house ECO FARM for rent- Byrne Valley, Richmond

R18,000 per month | Bern Valley, KwaZulu-Natal

Water & electricity included | Fully off-grid | 20-hectare eco farm | Pet friendly

Escape to a slower, more peaceful way of living on this beautiful 20-hectare eco farm in Bern Valley, KwaZulu-Natal.

This is the main farmhouse on the property, offering space, privacy and the opportunity to enjoy a truly unique country lifestyle surrounded by mountains, lush greenery, birdlife, animals and beautiful natural surroundings.

The farm is fully off-grid, with solar power, a gas geyser and borehole water. Water and electricity are included in the monthly rental, allowing you to enjoy the simplicity of farm living without compromising on comfort.

The property is particularly suited to those who appreciate nature, creativity and a more grounded way of life. Whether you’re a family, a creative or artistic household, or simply looking for peace and tranquillity away from the bustle of town, this is a home where the surroundings become part of your everyday lifestyle.

THE HOME

The spacious main farmhouse offers:

* 5 bedrooms, all with beautiful wooden flooring and built-in cupboards

* 3 bathrooms

* Main bathroom with a claw-foot bath, shower, basin and toilet

* 2 en-suite bathrooms

* Large, fully fitted kitchen with ample cupboard space

* Separate dining room

* Spacious, light and airy lounge

* Additional separate cottage/space, which could be utilised as an office, studio or potential sixth bedroom

* Beautifully manicured garden

* Double carport

* Plenty of surrounding outdoor space to enjoy the peaceful farm environment

This is more than simply a rental home — it is a lifestyle.

The 20-hectare property offers access to beautiful natural surroundings, including a dam, walking trails, mountains, indigenous greenery, abundant birdlife.

There are also veggie patches and chickens on the farm, adding to the authentic, down-to-earth character of the property.

The farm is very pet friendly, with cats, dogs and chickens welcome, making it an ideal environment for animal lovers.

There are other cottages and tenants living elsewhere on the expansive property, creating a small eco-farm community while still allowing the main farmhouse to retain its own sense of space and privacy.

OFF-GRID LIVING

The property operates independently from the municipal grid and makes use of:

* Solar power

* Gas geyser

* Borehole water

* Water and electricity included in the rental

Rental: R18,000 per month

Available from 1 October 2026 or 1 November 2026.

A fully furnished option is also available at an additional cost, subject to discussion.

APPLICATION & VIEWINGS

Background and credit checks are mandatory and will be conducted as part of the application process.

Serious applicants are invited to contact the agent to arrange an exclusive viewing and experience this very special property for themselves.

If you’re looking for a home where you can breathe, create, grow, walk, garden, enjoy nature and simply live a little slower, this beautiful Bern Valley farmhouse may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.