Property description

Sole and Exclusive Mandate:

Build Your Dream Home on the Western Ridge

Perched elegantly on the Western Ridge of Benguela Cove Estate, this peace of land is a rare opportunity to secure a prime Nature Reserve Site within the highly coveted Area. Elevated above the estate, this vacant plot enjoys uninterrupted views across the lagoon mouth and toward the Palmiet and Kogelberg Mountains, offering a canvas for a home that celebrates both panoramic vistas and serene privacy.

Spanning approximately 1,650–1,820 m², with a designated building zone of roughly 900 m², the property provides ample space for a bespoke Ridge House while respecting the estate’s strict environmental protocols. The site’s gentle 6° slope and western orientation are ideal for architectural planning that maximizes natural light, airflow, and landscape integration.

As part of a botanically sensitive Nature Reserve, this plot is subject to stringent controls designed to protect the indigenous flora and maintain ecological integrity:

The building and paved footprint is carefully restricted, with total intervention including decks, terraces, basements, and landscaping limited to 50% of the building zone.

Planning and building are guided by the Environmental Management Plan, promoting minimal disruption while fostering sustainable development.

Architectural Potential – The Ridge House Concept

The property is designated for a Ridge House, an architectural typology that harmonizes with the natural surroundings. The estate encourages:

Natural materials such as timber, reed, and selected stone finishes.

Expansive glass facades that frame the lagoon and mountain views.

A design approach that respects orientation, proportions, and massing, with a maximum double-storey height.

Thoughtful integration with the environment, with the Western side fronting conservation areas and vineyards positioned to the East.

This combination of architectural freedom and environmental discipline ensures that your future home will be both luxurious and sensitive to its surroundings—a rare blend in one of South Africa’s most picturesque estates.

Lifestyle and Location

137 Benguela Cove offers more than just a building plot; it is a gateway to an unparalleled lifestyle. Imagine waking each day to the calm waters of the lagoon, boating or kayaking along private waterways, strolling through indigenous fynbos, or enjoying uninterrupted sunsets over the Kogelberg Mountains. Privacy, serenity, and natural beauty converge here, making this site ideal for a family retreat, a second home, or a long-term investment in a world-class estate.

With architectural guidelines in place to preserve the integrity of the landscape, this vacant plot provides a unique opportunity to create a home that fully reflects your vision while honoring one of the most ecologically significant sites in Benguela Cove.

137 Benguela Cove is more than landit is a blank canvas for a residence that blends luxury, sustainability, and the majesty of the Western Cape’s natural scenery.