Property description

We are inviting offers for this tucked-away farm in the green heart of Rheenendal. This near 22-hectare lifestyle farm offers a rare blend of space, privacy, and outdoor adventure in one of the Garden Route’s most sought-after rural pockets. Surrounded by working dairy and crop farms, indigenous forest, and rolling countryside, this is a property for those who value freedom, nature, and hands-on living over polished perfection.

At its centre is a classic old-timer farmhouse — a rustic two-bedroom, one-bathroom home with a lounge and kitchen that reflects the simple, honest charm of farm life. It is functional, weathered, and full of character, providing a solid base while you decide how you want to evolve the property over time. The home is currently off-grid, with Eskom power available should you prefer to connect.

The land is what truly sets this farm apart. Approximately four hectares of flat, workable ground can be cleared and developed for crops, food gardens, or small-scale farming. The balance of the property — around 80% — is natural indigenous bush and forest, flowing down into a ravine that creates a sense of privacy, wilderness, and connection to the landscape. This is a place where nature leads, and you follow.

Water is managed through rainwater harvesting, with approximately 50,000 litres of storage capacity already in place. A small dam adds to the farm’s appeal, filling seasonally with rainfall and offering future potential. Like much of Rheenendal, this property relies on self-sufficiency rather than municipal supply, making it ideal for those drawn to sustainable, independent living.

For the adventurous, the lifestyle on offer here is exceptional. The area is known for mountain biking, trail running, hiking, horse riding, and exploring forest paths that wind through farmland and indigenous woodland. With neighbouring equestrian facilities nearby, open countryside in every direction, and gravel roads that lead to hidden trails, this is a natural playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Birdlife is abundant, wildlife passes through quietly, and days are shaped by the land rather than the clock.

Despite the rural setting, convenience is close at hand. The local trading store is less than a kilometre away, Ashford Equestrian Farm is next door, and the historic Portland Manor is nearby. Knysna, with its lagoon, restaurants, schools, and shops, is an easy drive, allowing you to enjoy the best of both country living and town access.

This farm is not a polished estate or a turnkey luxury offering. It needs work, vision, and a willingness to get your hands dirty. In return, it offers something increasingly rare — space, privacy, adventure, and the freedom to shape a life that feels real and grounded.

If you are looking for a place where mornings begin with birdsong, weekends are spent outdoors, and the land becomes part of your daily rhythm, this Rheenendal lifestyle farm is waiting for its next chapter.