“Loved by the Ocean, Guided by the Stars, Grounded by the Earth “
“Tekili Farm is a holiday home tucked away in the majestic mountains of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in the Western Cape. We offer a great escape from the bustling city with spectacular views of the Babylonstoren Mountain range.”
Tekili Farm was established in 2010 when our founder Leon Van Rooyen, decided that the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg were not for him and that he needed a lifestyle change. After many years of spending holidays in Hermanus, he naturally made the big move to the Western Cape and broke ground here on Tekili Farm. Little did he know at the time, that this place would not only capture his heart but the hearts of many guests who have spent time with us here at Tekili.
Initially, the main farmhouse was built as a family home to be shared with Leon’s three children, Temeca, Kiara and Liam. Perched within the Hemel-en-Aarde valley, Tekili boasts its views of the Babylonstoren Mountain range and Botrivier Lagoon. Its rustic feel gives you the comforts and cosiness of a traditional farmhouse but with a modern twist.
We believe that one should live by the stars, love by the ocean and allow themselves to be grounded by the earth. It is this thinking that leads us to a life that is off-grid, carefree and one with nature.
Life’s too short to race from one place to the next, which is why we say you should live by the stars and step away from the alarms, meetings and schedules. You can’t help but switch off and relax here on the farm. Whether you’re lounging under the African sun, exploring the valley or sharing meals with your loved ones, you’ll quickly learn to love the present moment.
Life is simply better off-grid as we are blessed and grounded by the earth. When Leon first moved here, his goal was to work with the land, live off the land and be completely off-grid. Tekili Farmhouse is 100% solar and we have fresh mountain water at our fingertips. Isolated in nature, Tekili Farm is blessed with fresh, champagne air, picture-perfect sunsets, buzzing birdlife as well as the few furry creatures who live among us.
The Tekili family is a social bunch and once we started sharing our home with our family and friends, we witnessed the impact this special place has on its visitors and inhabitants. After many years of cherished memories with our loved ones, we decided that if this place can bring us this much joy and peace, then Tekili is a place that should be shared. So, we would like to open up our home to you and invite you to visit us in the mountains. We hope to host you here at Tekili Farm where we can’t wait to share our little piece of heaven with you.
Hello you beautiful people! Welcome to Tekili Farm. As I always say, this is my happy place and I am delighted to share it with many friends both old and new. I am at my happiest when I am sitting by the fireplace with some friends, surrounded by good food and wine while sharing life stories. So, grab your wine, let’s dive into my story about how Tekili Farm came about.