About this property

Golden opportunity to own a UNIQUE piece of vacant land with 1 KM beach front in South Africa. This unique property falls under UNESCO, a beautiful heritage site in Kleinmond, Western Cape, combined with its coastal proximity, positions it as a premier tourism attraction. With the approval to build six units it is perfectly suited for short term rentals tapping into the high demand for unique, experiential travel stays. One kilometer beachfront ensure consistent appeal for travelers seeking authentic and scenic getaways. Truly a rare investment opportunity.With: Fynbos, Fish Eagles, Wild Horses, wetlands, off the grid living. Pristine and a rare find. Located only 1.2 km east of Kleinmond, Western Cape, this Undeveloped vacant property of 156.8HA has full Municipal and Environmental APPROVAL till 2031 for 6 houses designed to blend into the landscape.Whilst retaining the rural feel of this pristine fynbos land. Views and privacy cannot be affected by neighboring properties because of the position within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.Only a small extent of the property is deemed developable due to the wetlands, but property stretches right down to the beach, a 1Km stretch.Prepare to be part of something Unique.Purchaser becomes the custodian of this land and must sign a Biodiversity Agreement to protect the land.Key Highlights:UNESCO Biosphere Reserve: Live in harmony with nature in this protected environment.Breathtaking Mountain Views.The vegetation is in excellent condition, near alien free.Municipal-Approved Development Plan: Approval for the construction of six homes, integrating climate-responsive and context-responsive architecture, off the grid living. Brochure Available.Sustainable Living: Plans include two aspects of sustainability, ensuring the homes are environmentally conscious and adaptable to the unique climate of the region.The application and approval process for the proposed development has taken four years for the final approval from the Municipality. A significant amount of work has been done to ensure that low-impact development sets an example in best practice within a biosphere reserve.Specifications and guidelines for the Municipal approved development available. Plans to be drawn up, costs for the account of Purchaser.Approximately 8.3ha of the property has been proposed for the development of six Individual houses. Five of the houses can have a surface area of approximately 250 sqm each with the sixth expected to be 550 sqm. The total buildingfootprint area will equate to 1 800 sqm, with exclusive use areas of 1450 sqm per additional dwelling plus 2 010 sqm for the main house. The proposed development site is set 32 meters away from the adjoining wetland vegetation areas, identified by wetland specialists to minimize any impact on the wetland ecosystem. The area of approximately 8ha would accommodate all six of the houses with a separate 0.3ha area for one of the houses if preferred. The houses are to be placed at intervals around the periphery of the proposed site, each served by an access road.Roads and paths:Roads will be either farm dirt tracks or simple hard surface strip roads to minimize impact. Driveways at dwellings for cars within building platforms will be permeable surfaces such as loose stone chips, bark chips or grow-block surfacing to allow water to drain through. No impermeable hard surfacing will be used for driveways to garages or carports.Electricity SolarWater Rain harvesting and groundwater - The Borehole location has already been identified and to be implemented by purchaser.Sewage Closed Conservancy systemGeneral Waste transferred to municipal waste disposal facility .Purchaser''s responsibilities and agreement: BECOME THE CASTODIAN OF THE LAND. Sign a Biodiversity Agreement with Cape Nature.1. Endorsement of plansThe house plans of the proposed development are indicative and not prescriptive. Should the purchaser wishes to develop something different Natural Architecture will have to be appointed to act as a watching brief to endorse any plans not designed by them prior to being submitted to the council for building approval to ensure they conform to these guidelines and any others parameters they deem to be applicable at their own discretion with the intention of maintaining the integrity of the conservation and aesthetic principles in this sensitive environmental context.2. An Entrance gateThe Purchaser will be required to build an entrance gate estimate previous quote R183,000 to be revised3. A 6-meter wide access road will have to be built and maintained by the Purchaser along a servitude of the neighboring property from the R44 to the farm as per SDP Site Development Plan. Estimate previous quote R130,586 to be revised4. The Purchaser must sign a Biodiversity Agreement to ensure the long-term protection of the remainder of the site, approximately 148 Ha that will not be used for the development. Estimate previous quote R10,200 to be revised. The Convention on Biological Diversity CBD is the international legal instrument for the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources that has been ratified by 196 nations on the 22 May 20225. It is mandatory that the Purchaser will adhere to the final Basic Assessment & Estuarine Assessment Reports6. The Purchaser is responsible for installing a borehole and Solar pump estimated previous quote for R100,000 to R150,000Youll not only own an exclusive piece of land but also be part of a forward-thinking, sustainable future. The combination of beachfront, encounter a diverse array of wildlife, from fish eagles and wild horses who habitat the Kleinmond lagoon are a local treasure that is closely guarded to critically endangered species like the MICRO FROG.Proudly part of the Overstrand municipality recognizing for its commitment to sustainability and innovation boosting the Tourism industry.A great opportunity to own your share of the 100,000 ha UNESCO Kogelberg Biosphere, the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom one of just six plant kingdoms in the world, with the richest, most complex biodiversity on earth, home to more than 1 880 plant species of which 77 are found nowhere else.Land zoned agriculture.Perfect located near Kleinmond, Hermanus and 5 star Arabella Golf course.Theres something for everyone in this vibrant tourism area.Call me for a viewing. Show more Show less