Highmead House in Highmead Country Estate - 2 acres in the middle of an ultra exclusive gated estate

Seeff Properties are so very proud and privileged to present this one in million gated estate property on the market for the very first time in 45 years, Highmead House. The story of Highmead Country Estate nestled in the hills of Assagay KwaZulu Natal is one that will both fascinate and delight every family member’s heart and soul, as it was established for all the right reasons. This is only thanks to the awe-inspiring, visionary and pioneering spirit of one family for whom all Highmead residents are most grateful. Highmead Country Estate was a farm originally purchased as a family farm and stable yard due to the family’s need to house all their polo ponies on 32 acres back in 1980. Twenty years later, long before any other gated estates were formed in the Upper Highway area, the visionary idea of turning the farm into an estate of 32 family homes was born. A pure passion for playing Polo led to the creation of the name Highmead, as it was derived by amalgamating two halves of the names of the Polo fields at the Shongweni Club (across the road) where the head of the family was the Chairman. The one International Polo field is called Highveld and the other field is called Bridgemead, and thus the name High-mead was born. Their vision was clear and the results, spectacular: the utmost in privacy, space between residences, large indigenous gardens to maximise birdlife, a focus on safety and security, with odes to Mount Edgecombe Country Club Estate bringing the first signs of class and sophistication to hills of Assagay from an architectural perspective. All in perfect synergy with the property’s humble yet sophisticated beginnings being born out of a love for Polo. The rest is history.

Highmead House is pure, understated elegance, just like a manor house on a previous Equine Polo and Protea farm should be. Set right in the very centre of the estate, on two of its very own acres! Yes, you’ve read it right, this level, private, world class indigenous garden almost is almost 1 hectare at 7,810sq.m. An absolute labour of love over multiple decades rendering the most magnificent, natural result imaginable... an absolute spoil for indigenous garden enthusiasts. Now just imagine 2 acres of total stepless privacy with your own tranquil Makaranga pool and brand new PickleBall Court within the centre of a top class, ultra exclusive 24HR gated and guarded estate? This is a true legacy home in every single sense of the word, a complete and utter one of a kind, never, ever to be repeated! Tucked away right inside the centre of estate, with no passing traffic and its very own turning circle with cascading water fountain at the front door, making guests arrival and departure an absolute pleasure with loads of parking. Upon arrival the suspense builds until you arrive at the feature stained glass front door with the historic, bold, brass lettering from when the entire property was originally named in 1980. This unique north facing blue chip investment property boasts 5 bedrooms and a study, including a guest suite with own carport and entrance. Three of the five bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms (including the outside guest suite). The main en-suite bedroom is a completely private oasis and has separate his and hers dressing rooms on either side of the feature bathroom with private garden atrium and even an exclusive outdoor shower. Three beautiful lounges (two with fireplaces) to choose from as well as built-in bar area, all take full advantage of the light and bright north facing aspect, all with the most incredible Hillcrest country views to mesmerise the mind and soul. In addition to a huge pantry and separate scullery, the gourmet family kitchen is ideally positioned, and houses an imported, cream, Italian, double oven and gas stove top which is a stand out feature in the kitchen with gold knobs and matching cream extractor fan. Double garaging as well as a carport ensure that covered parking is provided for up to 3 vehicles on the property. For complete and utter peace of mind, this masterpiece of Highmead history has a totally brand new roof throughout, a brand new PickleBall court (with cricket and golf nets) and a new solar system for effortless backup power and reduced consumption. The Estate’s resident bushbuck and duiker are often seen in this garden in particular, illustrating just how serene the surroundings are. 24hr guards ensure Highmead’s access control is top notch with only 31 other houses on the estate, this is a gated estate that dreams are made of. The size of the property itself provides so much potential for the future for your family but also from an investment perspective. Speak to me, Gregg Wilson, Seeff Director and Highmead expert, to find out more about this. My love and proud association with this rather unique estate is something I am very proud of and will always hold close to my heart having purchased at Highmead myself back in 2010. Only one lucky family will have the privilege of continuing the legacy of Highmead House… will it be yours?