Property description

30.67 Hectares of Elevated Wilderness Overlooking the Knysna Lagoon and Expansive Mountain Forest Views 

JOINT MANDATE

High above the town of Knysna lies a rare and extraordinary landholding 30.67 hectares of private, elevated wilderness offering sweeping views, total seclusion, and exceptional proximity to one of the Garden Route’s most beloved coastal towns. 

Set within the newly expanded urban edge of Knysna as of end of 2025 (Zoned: Agricultural Zone 1), this remarkable property combines the serenity of untouched nature with the convenience of being less than ten minutes from the town’s vibrant centre of restaurants, galleries, boutiques, and waterfront attractions. 

Just 1.7 km down the road, the prestigious Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa offers world-class amenities including a championship golf course, padel courts, spa facilities, and fine dining. 

This exceptional estate is divided by a quiet gravel servitude road into one expansive main portion of approximately 28.85 hectares and two smaller strips positioned on the opposite side of the road. 

Access is effortless: a tarred road leads from town almost to the property, with only the final 1.7 km beyond Simola’s gate following a well-maintained gravel road. 

The land itself unfolds in rolling hills, gentle valleys, and elevated ridges, offering multiple extraordinary building sites. From the highest point of the property, an ideal location for a signature residence, panoramic views stretch across the Knysna Lagoon, through The Heads, and out toward the Indian Ocean, while the opposite horizon reveals vast, tranquil forest landscapes. 

The two smaller portions along the road enjoy particularly dramatic lagoon and ocean views, providing exceptional opportunities for guest cottages, studios, or private retreats. 

The property offers a rare sense of absolute privacy and natural immersion. Much of the land feels completely removed from the outside world, with only the sounds of wind through the trees and the distant calls of birdlife. 

The land is naturally covered in a rich tapestry of trees and shrubs, creating a landscape that feels both wild and restorative. A usable track crosses the property, and sections form part of the well-known MTO mountain biking trail network, reflecting the area’s strong outdoor lifestyle culture. 

Neighbouring properties toward the lagoon are established residential homes, while the forest-facing side borders expansive agricultural and pine forest land, ensuring an enduring sense of space and tranquillity. 

Large private landholdings of this scale so close to Knysna are exceptionally rare. Whether envisioned as a magnificent private estate, an exclusive retreat, or a legacy investment, this property offers the opportunity to create something truly extraordinary in one of South Africa’s most beautiful coastal regions. 

NOTE: A share transfer option is available for the VAT-registered company in which it is owned. 

Contact Nicoline or Deborah for an exclusive viewing! 

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