8 bed luxurious home or B&B
Nestled within the lush Trafalgar conservancy, this 4.9 star Google rated property boasts breathtaking views of the Trafalgar Marine Reserve and its pristine beach, making it truly exceptional. Located just an hour and a half's drive south of Durban, Trafalgar is conveniently situated near the Sanlameer Golf Course and Estate.
This exquisite property features beautifully landscaped gardens and a custom-designed interior adorned with original furnishings, decor, and artwork sourced from spectacular tropical destinations around the globe. You must see this unique tropical retreat in person to fully appreciate the intricate details and dedication that have gone into creating this haven. From the striking hand-carved Javanese doors in the kitchens to the stunning artworks and distinctive pieces from Polynesia, Thailand, and beyond, every view in the home and garden inspires tranquility.
The charming tropical guest villa can be sold as a turn-key operation, or you may choose to use it as your personal retreat for family and friends. Upon arrival, you’ll find a parking area that accommodates up to eight vehicles, surrounded by towering Cuban Royal Palms and delightful fountains, capturing the essence of tropical beauty.
Enter the villa through a private, stair-lined Mexican-style courtyard featuring a serene frangipani-carved wall fountain, leading to a grand chartreuse hand-carved Indian door from Rajasthan. The villa's floors are finished in beautiful aged beach-sand Turkish travertine. A brief stroll through the reception and breakfast rooms leads to a spectacular deck with a large rim-flow infinity pool, offering 180-degree views of the Indian Ocean. A short private path from the deck takes you directly to the sandy beach, washed by the warm Indian waters.
Key features of this remarkable villa include:
- Eight en-suite air-conditioned bedrooms, all with patios and stunning ocean views. One bedroom features its own kitchen, while another boasts an outdoor courtyard garden with a shower and Javanese Gazebo lounge. Each room is elegantly furnished and appointed.
- Two beautifully decorated living rooms.
- An eight-seater open-plan dining room adjacent to the main kitchen, highlighted by a spectacular handmade coconut chandelier from Sulawesi, creating the perfect ambiance for fine dining.
- A Brazilian-style tropical bar with a spacious patio for seating and dining.
- A fully equipped kitchen with a walk-in pantry and a crystal leaf chandelier, offering a picturesque view of a tropical courtyard garden.
- A secondary kitchen serving as a food storage area, complete with a separate scullery.
- A substantial walk-in fridge/cold room.
- A guest toilet featuring an antique Indian vanity and a carved lotus marble basin.
- A large reception room that includes a charming gift shop.
- A spacious breakfast room overlooking the pool.
- Additional storage spaces, including a storeroom under the stairwell and a storeroom off the lower living room.
- An ironing and linen room, as well as a laundry room.
- An owner's study and management office.
- A vast yoga studio with travertine marble flooring, underfloor heating or could be used as a second flatlet
- A comprehensive reverse osmosis and UV water filtration system, featuring two 5,000-litre backup storage tanks that utilize both rainwater and municipal water as needed.
- A solar geyser, with plans for a full villa solar 8KVA system.
- Whole villa Wi-Fi setup.
- Security cameras inside and outside, with additional external beams for enhanced safety.
Please see gorgeous videos of this property on the Nakai Beach Instagram page.
Trafalgar, located on the lower South Coast, offers direct access to the Marine Reserve. The picturesque village features its own magnificent Blue Flag Beach, recognized as South Africa's premier environmental and aesthetic swimming destination.
Nearby attractions include:
- Seven golf courses within a short drive.
- Margate airport, with daily return flights just a 15-minute drive away.
- King Shaka International Airport, located 182 km from the property via an excellent freeway.
- Shopping options within 2 to 15 km, including a Woolworths food store in Margate.
- The nearest doctor and dentist are located in Southbroom, 7 km away, while Margate Hospital is 14 km from Trafalgar.
- A variety of restaurants, including the Waffle House and Trattoria Terrazza, are just a short drive away.
- Mac Banana, featuring a world-class delicatessen, mini-golf, butterfly farm, and zip line, is 5 km from the property.
- Trafalgar Beach is home to a 90-million-year-old fossil bed, with petrified trees and turtle fossils visible at low tide.
- Numerous attractions, including coffee farms, hiking trails, and specialty shops, are within a 10-minute drive. For more details, search for attractions near Trafalgar on TripAdvisor.
- The stunning Umtamvuna and Oribi gorges are located 20 and 50 km away, respectively.
