Smallholdings are popular around Howick, Curry's Post, Lions River, Dargle and Karkloof. Space and rural lifestyle come with heavier due diligence than a suburban erf.

Check before you buy

• Zoning and permitted use (residential, agricultural, tourism)
• Water rights, borehole yield and storage
• Servitudes, access roads and right-of-way
• Building plans and unapproved structures
• Agricultural restrictions and land claims context where relevant
• Firebreaks, Eskom / prepaid supply and environmental compliance

Budget for fencing, water infrastructure and longer transfer timelines. Guides: Midlands area guides and conveyancing.