Set along a pristine stretch of the Hoogekraal River, this remarkable 64-hectare off-the-grid property in the Ruigtevlei area lies just 12km outside Sedgefield. It is a sanctuary of indigenous forest/bush, open grazing, peaceful water frontage and a variety of accommodation options—ideal for a lifestyle retreat, holiday income property, lodge-style development, or multi-family country living.
Riverfront Living Under the Canopy
The southern section of the river boundary offers a serene, forest-hugged setting with two fully furnished one-bedroom cottages. Each unit includes a kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom, and both sit beneath the natural canopy of indigenous trees—perfect for birdwatchers wanting to spot the Knysna Loerie and other species right from the deck.
A beautifully cleared lawn stretches to the water’s edge, where you’ll find a private slipway for launching boats directly into the Hoogekraal River.
On the northern side of the river frontage, another cleared area hosts two luxury furnished tents, each with a bedroom area, kitchenette, bathroom and a small deck facing the river. Tucked into the trees, this space offers guests a peaceful, “immersed in nature” experience. Nearby stands a charming open-plan log cottage—one bedroom, kitchenette, bathroom, and an intimate deck almost on the river’s edge.
This riverfront cluster also includes a shed, a laundry for the tents and cottage, and an enclosed netted vegetable garden to keep wildlife at bay. A previously used pig-farming area has been fully cleared and now offers usable grazing or agricultural space.
Cottages on the Ridge With Elevated Views
Above the tents, on the ridge overlooking the entire river valley, are two additional cottages:
Cottage 1: A spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit with an open-plan lounge, dining area and kitchen, and a deck with breathtaking river views. Furniture in this cottage is excluded from the sale.
Cottage 2: A fully furnished two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage with an additional loft sleeping space for children. Open-plan living, kitchen and dining, and a generous deck positioned to take in sweeping views over the Hoogekraal River valley.
A four-car carport sits between these two ridge-top cottages.
Income-Generating Storage Facilities & Farmstall Infrastructure
This 64ha property is naturally divided into two parts by the Karatara Road.
The 12-hectare riverside portion includes the cottages and riverfront areas, as well as a well-established storage facility comprising 40 units. These units are fully occupied year-round and have a waiting list—offering an attractive passive income stream.
Along the roadside, two containers with a covered central area have been developed into a farm stall. The farm stall is not included in the sale, but the infrastructure remains and the farm stall business can be purchased separately from its owner. A second display structure stands adjacent to it.
Eastern Portion – Cottage With Lagoon Views & Grazing Land
Across the road, on the eastern portion of the property, is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage with a deck and lovely views toward the Swartvlei Lagoon. A cozy fireplace completes the homely, elevated setting.
This side of the property also accommodates a workers’ hut, a borehole and spike (supplementing extensive rainwater harvesting systems), and large open areas currently used for horses. Stables currently belong to the tenant but may be purchased if desired. The lease on this side of the property is still in place till end of May 2029. The land here is ideal for horses, cattle, sheep or other livestock, with several cleared grazing camps.
A Rare Combination of Nature, Income Potential & Off-Grid Living
Portions of the property remain beautifully wild with indigenous forest, while large areas have been cleared for grazing, camps and access. Combined with the river frontage, multiple furnished cottages, tented accommodation, income from storage units, and off-grid water systems, this 64ha Ruigtevlei property offers a rare blend of lifestyle, income potential, and natural beauty—just minutes from Sedgefield.
The entire farm only use solar systems and is not connected to Eskom.
