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Property description
Nestled within the breathtaking Valley of a Thousand Hills, this extraordinary 7.5-acre lifestyle property offers an unparalleled opportunity to embrace nature, sustainability, privacy, and income-generating potential in one of KwaZulu-Natal's most picturesque settings.
Thoughtfully designed across four distinct platforms, the estate seamlessly combines residential living, hospitality potential, retreat facilities, and self-sustainable infrastructure. Surrounded by indigenous forest, established gardens, and spectacular valley views, this is more than a property - it is a lifestyle destination.
The estate features a principal residence, separate office and workshop/studio, 4 self-contained 1-bedroom cottages, staff accommodation, and a versatile retreat centre with multiple sleeping areas and gathering spaces. Whether envisioned as a family homestead, wellness retreat, eco-tourism venture, or income-producing investment, the possibilities are truly exceptional.
The property offers an impressive total of 14 bedrooms, 7 kitchens, 7 lounges, 11 toilets, 4 bathtubs, 3 indoor showers, and 7 outdoor showers.
Nature, Sustainability and Outdoor Living
Private walking trails through pristine indigenous vegetation
Spectacular panoramic Valley of a Thousand Hills views
Established indigenous gardens with abundant birdlife
Natural pool with rock water feature
Large established orchard featuring avocado, banana, mango, lemon, lime, peach, apple, mulberry, tree tomato, granadilla and sugar cane
Culinary and medicinal herb systems
Indigenous food-producing plants
Established composting systems
10m x 10m monkey-proof vegetable garden supplied by harvested rainwater via a 5,000L JoJo tank
Irrigation piping already installed for future harvested-water expansion
Income-Generating Accommodation
Four beautifully positioned timber cottages provide privacy and excellent rental potential:
Hilltop Cottage - currently generating R6,200 per month
Wild Rose Cottage - estimated rental income of R6,800 per month
The Perch Cottage - estimated rental income of R5,800 per month
The Lair Cottage - estimated rental income of R6,000 per month
Combined, these cottages offer substantial passive income potential while maintaining the estate's peaceful atmosphere.
The Weavers Nest, is a truly unique timber home featuring a chef-inspired kitchen with granite countertops, shaker cabinetry, spacious living areas, a Moroccan-inspired bathroom, and tranquil private gardens with outdoor shower. A separate office and workshop/studio provide ideal work-from-home flexibility or creative space.
The Centre - Retreat and Gathering Space. A beautifully crafted timber structure designed for community, retreats, workshops or accommodation, featuring: Large open-plan gathering space; Well-appointed kitchen; Multiple bedrooms and garden rooms; Courtyard with outdoor shower; Additional storage and flexible-use spaces; Natural-style pool with rock water feature;
Additional Features:
Eskom 3-phase electricity
eThekwini municipal water
Shade-cloth and double carports
Parking for approximately 15 vehicles
Staff accommodation with outdoor shower and facilities
Lockable storage rooms and sheds
Active and security-conscious community involvement
Drummond is a scenic and tranquil village within the eThekwini Municipality, situated approximately 45km west of Durban and midway to Pietermaritzburg along the iconic Comrades Marathon route. Renowned for its country lifestyle, natural beauty, and strong sense of community, Drummond offers residents the perfect balance between rural serenity and convenient access to urban centres.
This exceptional property presents a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind property where sustainable living, income generation, and breathtaking natural beauty come together in harmony.
Contact Sole Mandate Agent Jane Smith today to arrange your exclusive viewing of this remarkable lifestyle property.
Property Details
- 14 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- 7 Lounges
Property Features
- Study
- Patio
- Pool
- Staff Quarters
- Storage
- Pets Allowed
- Access Gate
- Scenic View
- Kitchen
- Garden
- 7.5 Acres of pristine sloping terrain.
- Nature-based living, privacy, sustainability and income-generating potential.
- Four-platform estate design providing privacy and flow.
- Principal residence with separate small office and separate large workshop / studio space.
- Four self-contained one-bedroom timber cottages, each with outdoor shower areas and spacious gardens.
- Large gathering + retreat centre space with 2/3 bedrooms, storage shed + detached building could be another 3 bedrooms
- Additional staff accommodation with toilet, wash-up area and outdoor shower.
- Established landscaped gardens with mature indigenous trees and abundant birdlife.
- Large established orchard with piping already in place for harvested-water irrigation - it just needs a JoJo tank.
- Indigenous food-producing plants.
- Established composting systems.
- Culinary and medicinal herb systems.
- 10m x 10m monkey-proof vegetable garden, gravity-fed from harvested rainwater stored in a 5,000lt JoJo tank.
- Approximately 2km of private walking trails through unspoilt indigenous nature.
- Natural swimming pool with rock water feature.
- Spectacular Valley of a Thousand Hills views.
- Shade-cloth carport for 3 vehicles.
- Double carport accommodation one vehicle plus a large lockable storage room.
- Large parking area for approximately 15 vehicles.
- Eskom 3-Phase electricity.
- eThekwini municipal water.
- Strong community with active involvement in local municipality matters, police and security.
- Hilltop Cottage = 49.6sqm + 9.3 sqm covered verandah. Rental R6,200pm incl Water +Electricity + Gardening. Excludes Gas.
- Khaya Staff Cottage = 35 sqm. 2 Beds, Kitchen, Shower, Wash-Up Facilities. Separate Toilet.
- Parking Area Accommodates Approximately 15 Vehicles
- The Centre = 113.4sqm + 27sqm Ancillary Rooms. Lounge, Kitchen, 5 Beds, Library/6th Bed. Courtyard, Storage or 7th Bed. Shed.
- The Centre also has a natural-style pool + rock water feature
- Wild Rose Cottage = 53sqm + 12sqm Covered Patio. Kitchen, Dining, Lounge, 1 Bed, Outdoor Shower, Large Garden. Full Bath.
- Wild Rose Cottage also has an Old JoJo tank transformed into a storage area, can easily be converted into a chicken coop
- Wild Rose cottage potential rental income R6,800pm includes water, lights and weekly gardening. Excludes gas
- Double carport with corrugated metal roof accommodates one vehicle and also has 10sqm lockable shed plus storage area.
- Second shade cloth carport accommodates parking for The Wild Rose, The Perch and the Lair Cottages.
- The Perch Cottage = 40sqm + 16sqm Covered Patio. Kitchen, Lounge, Views, Open-plan bedroom, bathroom, outdoor shower.
- The Perch Cottage potential rental income R5,800 includes water, electricity and weekly gardening. Excludes gas
- Big tiered orchard: banana, avo, peach, apple, lemon, lime, mango, mulberry trees, tree tomatoes, granadillas + sugar cane
- Orchard's piping already in for harvested-water irrigation - just needs a JoJo tank between the 2nd and 3rd platform.
- Weavers Nest = 95sqm + 30sqm Cottage. Office 12sqm. Workshop/Studio 39sqm + 14.6 sqm Covered Patio
- Weavers Nest Granite Kitchen, galley-style scullery, library, dining, lounge, covered veranda. Bathroom, Outdoor Shower
- Weavers Nest: water feature, views, outdoor scullery, established herb garden, 10mx10m covered veggie garden, harvested water
- Lair Cottage = 46sqm + 18sqm covered verandah. Kitchen, Lounge, Bathroom, Bedroom, Outdoor Shower.
- Lair Cottage potential rental income: R6,000pm includes water, lights and weekly gardening services. Excludes gas
| Bedrooms | 14 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Erf Size | 7.5 acre |
