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Sakabula Country Estate is a unique, lifestyle-focused estate - offering its residents secure, safe and country style living It is a unique lifestyle!

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.

14/01/2026

🎒✨ Big smiles and bright futures! Today the children of Sakabula Country Estate head off to their first day of school for 2026 📚🌟 Wishing each and every one a happy, successful year ahead. You all look absolutely fabulously smart! 💙👟✏️

11/01/2026

Feeling truly blessed this Sunday afternoon 🌦️🌈🌈
Residents of Sakabula Country Estate enjoying a beautiful double rainbow after the rain. A perfect reminder of hope, beauty, and community ✨💛

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year, Sakabula Country Estate residents! May 2026 bring peace, prosperity, good health, and joyful moments to every home. Thank you for being such a wonderful community. Here’s to new beginnings, stronger connections, and shared success together. 🥂🌿 May kindness, unity, and progress guide us throughout the year ahead always.

28/12/2025

✨🫏 A very special festive surprise at Sakabula Country Estate! One of our resident donkeys welcomed a beautiful little foal, Zoomie, to the family. 🐾💛 Our kids have loved watching Zoomie grow, get stronger, and slowly warm up to humans. Every milestone is a celebration, and we cherish the rich animal life our children are exposed to at Sakabula. 🌿🎄

28/12/2025

✨🐎 Festive fun at Sakabula Country Estate! Our children have been making the most of the holidays, enjoying magical rides on their horses and donkeys. Laughter, sunshine, and happy memories fill the estate as the kids embrace the joy of the festive season the Sakabula way! 🎄🌿🐴

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas to all our wonderful residents of Sakabula Country Estate! 🎅❤️
We hope your day was filled with joy, laughter, and special moments shared with family and loved ones. May these cherished memories warm your hearts today and always. 🎁🌟

16/12/2025

🌟⚽🎈 Family Fun Sports Day at Sakabula Country Estate! 🎈⚽🌟

What an amazing day we had at the Sakabula Golf Course celebrating our Family Fun Sports Day! 🏌️‍♂️🌞
Laughter, teamwork, friendly competition and loads of smiles filled the day as families bonded, played and created beautiful memories together 💛👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us — your energy made the day a huge success! 🙌🎉 It was truly wonderful seeing families having fun, laughing together and enjoying quality time in the great outdoors 🌳😄

We can’t wait to do it again! 💫👏

13/12/2025

🎄✨ It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Sakabula Estate! Residents have decorated their gates, setting the festive mood. Night drives are extra special, enjoying everyone’s creativity. 🎅🚗 Well done to our residents for the amazing effort! 👏🎄

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Sakabula Drive
Merrivale
3291

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http://www.sakabulaestate.co.za/

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