248 m² Commercial space in Kaapschehoop

Situated at the entrance of the picturesque mountain village of Kaapsehoop, Mpumalanga, South Africa, this intimate and popular restaurant and venue is ready to welcome new owners to enjoy country living at it’s best.

This quaint eatery is renowned for its bakery, patisserie and country-style local cuisine. The small village of Kaapsehoop is a haven for nature enthusiasts and is well known for the population of wild horses roaming around the village and surrounds. The steady growth in tourism reflect Kaapsehoop as a popular tourism destination in Mpumalanga, RSA.

The restaurant was opened in 2011 by artist couple Charl and Andrea Fourie, and is currently run by their highly qualified chef-daughter Chevonne and a well-trained team of local staff.

The double storey building occupies a prime spot at the entrance of the village, offering high visibility to visitors. The ground level of the building houses the restaurant; the second storey offers accommodation for owners, manager or staff.

The restaurant has a fully equipped kitchen, fully licensed bar, bakery, scullery, storeroom and dining areas. Besides the welcoming entrance foyer with its deli counters, you will find a 24-seater cozy inside seating area in front of fireplaces, perfect for the misty colder days and cooler evenings. Adjacent to this area, a 40-seater covered verandah offers scenic views over the Blue Swallow Reserve’s majestic sunsets. In the garden is a covered 70-seater entertainment arena, where live music events are performed weekly from the elevated stage. Fresh herbs and vegetables are grown in the garden to provide the kitchen with the freshest ingredients.

The restaurant is filled with eclectic handmade and antique furniture, chandeliers and objects d’art, creating a distinctive Bohemian Steam-punk style. Local art and -craft items are displayed for sale; and the well-stocked little shop is selling homemade produce, adding an additional income.

The second storey offers a charming three-bedroom living quarter. The spacious lounge area offers a private dining area with a small kitchenette. A walk-in cupboard offers loads of space for storage, and the adjoining bathroom offers a shower, antique bath, toilet and basin. The unit offers spacious onsite accommodation for an owner with family, managers and / or staff.

A large solar installation ensures uninterrupted power supply in the running of the business and private life, and electricity is supplied directly by Eskom. A fully integrated security system with alarms and cameras add to the peace of mind. Private parking for two vehicles is available on site in a lock-up covered garage. A borehole provides water to water tanks on the premises. Kaapsehoop does not receive any services from any municipality, saving costs as no service fees are payable. Uninterrupted and reliable services are provided by the local community.

This beloved and well-established restaurant is available for sale as a turnkey operation, offering a rare opportunity for an art- and culinary lover to settle in a small, charming village for the perfect country life style.