Organic Lifestyle Wine & Olive Estate in Malmesbury – 49 Hectares with Approved Boutique Development

Exclusively positioned in the heart of the Swartland, this 49-hectare farm in Malmesbury offers a rare convergence of natural beauty, sustainable farming, elegant rural living, and approved development potential. With mature vineyards, flourishing homestead, extensive infrastructure, and full subdivision rights already in place, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for visionary buyers.

Sustainable Since Day One
Now in its 10th year of organic cultivation, the farm produces wine grapes and olives, as well as fruits, nuts, and vegetables for home consumption— all cultivated using organic methods. Water-wise practices and solar infrastructure reflect a deep commitment to sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Dryland Bushvine Vineyards
Organically farmed dryland bushvines embody the soul of the Swartland. Mature plantings include:
• Chennin (8 ha) – Planted 1980 | Yield: 2–3 tons/ha
• Cinsaut (5.5 ha) – Planted 1986 & 1988 | 2.5–4.5 tons/ha
• Shiraz (3 ha) – Planted 2000 | 3–4.5 tons/ha
• Zinfandel (0.75 ha) – Planted 2001 | ±1 ton/year
• Mixed block (0.5 ha) – Viognier, Malvasia Rey, Barbera (Planted 2004)
• Cabernet Sauvignon (0.5 ha) – Planted 2000 | ±1 ton/year

1 Hectare Olive Grove
Planted in 2002 for boutique oil production, includes cultivars: I77, FS17, Coratina, Nocellara del Belice, and Frantoia.
Annual yield: 1.5 to 2.5 tons of high-quality olives.

Home garden and orchard
A thriving ecosystem of a large vegetable garden with fruit and nut trees supports organic, small-scale processing or self-sufficient living:
• Fruit: Oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit, apricots, figs, berries, granadilla, guava, apples, pears, plums, prunes, pomegranate, quince, kei apples
• Nuts: Pecan, macadamia, almonds
• Vegetable garden: neatly laid out and fully fenced with an automatic irrigation system
• Housing for chickens and ducks
• Bee hives

Water & Irrigation
• 3 Boreholes:
o 3,500 L/hour
o 1,000 L/hour
o Unused borehole on a servitude
o 65000L reservoir
o 1x 10000L water tank
• Grey water filtration system
• 7 x 5,000L water tanks (35,000L total)
• Natural pond – supports biodiversity and water resilience

Off-Grid Ready
• 42 solar panels
• Gas and solar geysers
• Excellent energy independence for both residential and farming needs

Main Residence
• 4 en-suite bedrooms
• Open-plan kitchen and lounge with fireplace
• Enclosed patio for year-round comfort
• Loft area upstairs + extra room downstairs (garagiste winery)
• Elegant, functional design ideal for family or guesthouse use
• Cellar under house
• Garages for 3 cars
• Swimming pool
• Granny flat/office with bathroom

Second Dwelling
• 2 bedrooms
• Kitchen
• Fireplace
• Covered carport + open parking
Perfect for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living.

Outbuildings & Farm Infrastructure
• Tractor shed with 4 rooms (storage, workshop)
• Staff housing- 2 semi-detatched cottages
• Vegetable garden, fencing, and pathways
• Excellent road access and internal infrastructure

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
• Approved subdivision: 20 x 2-hectare boutique estate plots
• Full certified pack available for review
• Perfect for eco-estate, boutique wine village, or agri-tourism retreat
• Infrastructure in place and excellent access for future development

An Exceptional Offering in the Swartland
Whether you're a seasoned winemaker, visionary developer, or someone dreaming of a regenerative lifestyle under endless skies, this property offers it all: natural beauty, proven productivity, and future-forward potential — all underpinned by an organic legacy.

Viewing strictly by appointment. Certified documentation and subdivision approvals available on request.