Hilltop House – Modern Mountain Retreat on a 100 Hectare Hemel-en-Aarde Farm

Perched high on a private 100-acre fynbos farm in the heart of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hilltop House offers panoramic mountain and distant sea views, extraordinary privacy, and warm contemporary design. With expansive glass doors, open-plan living, and a beautifully positioned pool deck, this peaceful hideaway blends modern comfort with raw natural beauty — the perfect escape for families, creatives, and nature lovers.

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🏡 Property Overview
• 🛏️ Sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (including a loft room)
• 🛁 2 modern bathrooms
• 🌄 Uninterrupted mountain & valley views
• 🏊 Elevated pool deck with sunset views
• 🛋️ Double-volume open-plan living & dining area
• 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with large island
• 🔥 Indoor fireplace & outdoor deck seating
• 🌐 Free Wi-Fi
• 🚗 Ample onsite parking
• 🌿 Exclusive 100 hectare private farm

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🌿 Living Spaces
• 🛋️ Expansive open-plan living area with high ceilings and exposed trusses
• 🌞 Floor-to-ceiling glass stacking doors opening fully to the deck and views
• 🔥 Wood-burning fireplace for cosy evenings
• 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, scullery with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer; and essential cooking basics
• 🍽️ Wooden dining table with seating for 8
• 🪑 Multiple indoor seating areas bathed in natural light
• 🚻 Guest half-bathroom (if applicable — otherwise I can remove)

Indoor/Outdoor Flow
• 🌅 Continuous glazing brings in spectacular sunrise and sunset light
• 🌬️ Seamless connection from lounge to deck and pool
• 🪟 Views from nearly every angle of the home

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🛌 Bedroom Configuration
• Bedroom 1: King bed | Mountain views | Direct deck access | En-suite bathroom with freestanding bath and shower
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed | Peaceful valley views | En-suite bathroom with freestanding bath and shower
• Bedroom 3 (Loft Room): Double bed with cosy elevated space perfect for teens, kids, or adventurous adults

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🌞 Outdoor Features
• 🏊 Sparkling pool on an elevated wooden deck
• 🌄 360-degree views over mountains, fynbos & valley
• 🌿 100 hectare private farm for walking & exploring, spring with small pool suitable for swimming
• 🪑 Outdoor dining & seating areas
• 🌅 Golden-hour deck perfect for sundowners
• ✨ Incredible stargazing thanks to zero light pollution

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📍 Location Highlights
• 🍷 Situated in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley — renowned for wine, nature & tranquillity
• 🚶 Close to top wine estates, gravel roads, MTB routes & hiking trails
• 🚗 20-30 minutes to Hermanus shops, restaurants & beaches
• 🌄 Surrounded by mountains, fynbos, farmland & wildlife
• 🦌 Frequent visits from local birdlife & small antelope

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🔧 Additional Amenities
• 🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the house
• 🧺 Washing machine & basic cleaning materials
• ❄️ Large fridge/freezer + quality kitchen appliances
• 🔥 Fireplace with wood supply
• 📦 Household essentials provided

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🛎️ Services & Extras (on request)
(Advance notice recommended)
• 🧹 Additional housekeeping
• 🍼 Cot hire
• 🍳 Pre-arrival grocery stocking
• 🧖‍♀️ In-house massage treatments

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the house family-friendly?
Yes — the open layout, nature setting, and loft room make it ideal for families.

Does the home have a pool?
Yes — a beautifully positioned pool with panoramic views.

Is there backup power?
No — a solar/inverter system will be installed in 2026.

How private is the property?
Extremely — the house sits on a private 100 hectare farm with no neighbours in sight.

Are the views good?
Exceptional — mountains, valleys, fynbos, sea and sky in every direction.
- Max. 6 guests
- Regretfully no pets permitted