Storybook Off the Grid Farm in Harkerville, Ready for Its Next Chapter

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You turn off the N2 onto a quiet farm road that carries you past the boundary fences of an elephant sanctuary, where it’s not unusual to spot the elephants that reside there — a moment that never quite loses its wonder. Ahead, the 2.9-hectare farm unfolds, its outer rim dotted with mature pecan trees, their branches heavy with seasonal promise, where small-scale livestock could happily graze beneath the trees. Past the solar powered borehole, a forest lies at the far edge of the property — where it's not unusual to see a bushbuck dart away.

You pass through the first gate into the outer sanctum: the working heart of the farm, wrapped in electric fencing. Here, to the side, a fenced staff cottage, established irrigation systems, strategically placed water points, and a large water reservoir allude to years of thoughtful groundwork already laid. The land is divided into usable pockets, ready to support whatever dreamscape you bring with you. Past a large, versatile workshop that stretches out with four office spaces and a storage room, offering endless potential for your chosen venture. Just beyond a dedicated vegetable garden takes shape, with moss-wrapped stepping stones that wind between the beds.

A second gate leads you into the inner sanctum, where creativity and daily life begin to intertwine. Finally, you reach the fenced residential garden — a north-facing home in colourful bloom, where pets can roam safely and a quaint dip pool offers relief on warm afternoons. A path lined with sunflowers leads you toward the farmhouse itself — a charming cottage; its front verandah wrapped in vines with outdoor dining and a built-in braai.

Double doors invite you inside the open-plan living space with lofty ceilings and wood-look floors, where a lounge centres around a cast-iron fireplace. The dining space flows to a kitchen with wood countertops, a central island with casual seating, a gas stove and additional cooktop, and a tucked-away scullery that keeps daily life uncluttered. Two bedrooms complete the home — one with an ensuite bathroom, the other served by a detached bathroom that doubles easily for day guests.

Looping around behind the house is an exterior bathroom and an unfinished outdoor kitchen full of potential, where a water filtration system is installed. The farm’s borehole water source is supported by rainwater collection tanks, while the geyser and back-up donkey water heater keep farm life comfortable.

Set in Harkerville, a gorgeous area known for its lush rolling landscapes, equestrian estates, and outdoor pursuits from forest trails to zip lining and archery, this farm enjoys the best of countryside living without isolation. The beloved Harkerville Saturday Market becomes part of your weekly rhythm — a place for fresh produce, artisan goods, and genuine community connection, yet when you need the convenience of town, Plettenberg Bay is only fifteen minutes away.