Western Cape, Swellendam, South Africa

Exclusive Sole Mandate

Set in a wonderfully private position above the Breede River mouth, this three-bedroom coastal home with staff quarters offers the kind of setting that is becoming increasingly difficult to find: sweeping river and ocean views, indigenous fynbos, big skies, and a genuine sense of peace and seclusion.

Situated outside the heart of Infanta village, the property enjoys a quieter and more exclusive feel while remaining connected to everything that makes this remarkable stretch of coastline so desirable. Infanta sits on the southern bank of the Breede River estuary, where the river meets the Indian Ocean, an area celebrated for its natural beauty, fishing, boating, surfing, whale watching and exceptional water-sport conditions.

The home is set on two levels and offers three bedrooms, including a private downstairs suite with its own beautiful outlook. The layout works especially well for visiting family or guests, allowing a degree of separation while keeping everyone connected to the main living spaces.

Upstairs, the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area is orientated for the views, with large windows drawing in the landscape from almost every angle. Whether you are cooking, dining, relaxing in the lounge or waking up in the mornings, the Breede River mouth and surrounding coastline are never far from sight.

Perfectly north-facing, the home has also been designed with the prevailing winds in mind, allowing the outdoor patio to remain sheltered and enjoyable even when the South Easter is blowing.

Less than a minute’s walk from the house, the river’s sandbanks open up at low tide creating a wonderful and safe space for children to play and explore. At higher tide, the water becomes ideal for stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing, while Infanta and nearby Witsand are world renowned for their excellent kitesurfing conditions and is visited by the international community.

Both Mudlark and Infanta nearby offer slipways for boat launching into either the ocean or the Breede River.

For those who love the outdoors, the Breede River mouth offers exceptional fishing, surfing, boating and water sports, while the home itself remains wonderfully peaceful and removed from the busier areas of the village. It is a rare combination of privacy, views and direct access to one of the Western Cape’s most beautiful coastal playgrounds.