Sakabula Country Estate 3.37

The "Sakabula" is isiZulu for the Long-Tailed Widowbird.

The Sakabula Country Estate (SCE) is a residential estate which embrace all things “country”.

We value …
o a COUNTRY Lifestyle
o the Safety and Security of our gated estate
o a Natural (Eco), Animal & Wildlife Friendly Environment
o the Space afforded by the large plots
o the relative Affordability vs similar alternatives
o the Freedom of Movement for adults and children to walk, run, ride etc.
o the fact that we own Freehold Stands
o that non-intrusive Agriculture and hobby-farming is promoted
o our Families
o the Community of like-minded people we live with
o things Equestrian
o the Natural Beauty of the estate and surrounds
o the Golf Course on our doorstep


The Estate is located in the beautiful KZN Midlands - in the Merrivale District (just outside Howick). It sports breathtaking views over Midmar dam to the Drakensberg to the west and the Karkloof Range to the north.

It supports impressive herds of Reedbuck, as well as Duiker, Mongoose and Genet - yet it is not an Eco-Estate. It contains within its bounds a privately owned 18-hole course - yet it is not a Golf Estate. Its minimum plot size is 2Ha and non-intrusive agricultural and hobby-farming is encouraged - yet it is not specifically an Agricultural Estate.

Sakabula Country Estate can therefore only be described as a unique, lifestyle-focused estate.

Sakabula was founded in 1995, by the visionary Mr Gerrie De Jong, through the consolidation of 12 farms in the Merrivale area. Clearing for roadways, demarcation of plots and construction of the Golf Course all started in 1996. Today Sakabula comprises 102 freehold, rural residential plots of approx 2Ha each, surrounding the now park-like area of the Sakabula Golf Course - all within a secure electric fence. Security is closely monitored with controlled access, guards in 24 hours attendance and night-time patrols.

The last plots were sold by the developer back in 2010 and approximately 75% of the properties have been developed. Many homeowners choose to keep limited numbers of livestock e.g. cattle, sheep, alpacas and horses (and donkeys), thereby adding to the unique country atmosphere. Owner builders are allowed considerable scope and opportunity to create a home of their own style and design provided certain standards of materials and construction are met.

Local amenities include a wide variety of shops, supermarkets and businesses as well as the modern Howick Hospital and nearby Medical Specialist rooms. With some of South Africa’s finest schools in the surrounding area and positioned close to the N3 freeway Sakabula Country Estate is an ideal home for commuting professionals and young families who prefer the enjoyment and benefits of country living close to town.

It is a unique lifestyle!