Mountain Retreat With Stunning Views - Chimanimani's Hidden Gem

USD $60,000 - Mountain Retreat with Incredible Potential

Discover this enchanting 2-bedroom split-level home, perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking mountain views in one of Zimbabwe's most spectacular natural settings. Less than 1km from Chimanimani National Park, this renovator's delight offers exceptional potential as a guest house, Airbnb, or family holiday retreat.

Property Features - Character Home with Potential:
Spectacular Setting
* North-facing orientation maximising natural light and mountain views.
* Stunning mountain views from balcony - your guests' Instagram moments guaranteed.
* Less than 1km from Chimanimani National Park - literally on nature's doorstep.
* Less than 2km from Chimanimani Town Centre - convenience without losing tranquillity.

Split-Level Charm
* Large open-plan living and dining space with beautiful polished wooden floors.
* Working Jetmaster fireplace creates cosy mountain evenings.
* Covered balcony perfect for morning coffee with mountain vistas.
* Additional veranda providing multiple outdoor entertaining options.
* Built-in cellar - a unique feature for wine storage or creative conversion.

Accommodation Layout
* 2 comfortable bedrooms offering flexible guest accommodation.
* 1 bathroom with a separate toilet, ensuring guest convenience.
* Separate servants' quarters providing staff accommodation or an additional guest room.

Self-Sufficient Infrastructure
* Solar geyser for eco-friendly hot water.
* 2879m² of development land offering expansion possibilities.
* Small outside storage shed for equipment and supplies.
* Title deeds available, ensuring secure ownership.

Business & Investment Potential:
Guest House Opportunity. With Chimanimani's growing reputation and limited accommodation options, this property is perfectly positioned for:
* Boutique guest house catering to eco-tourists and hikers.
* Airbnb operation targeting international and domestic adventure seekers.
* Corporate retreat venue for team building and nature-based conferences.

Growing Market Demand. These mountains are majestic. This World Biosphere Reserve is unlike any other on Earth - testimonials like this from visitors indicate strong word-of-mouth marketing potential for accommodation providers.

Development Flexibility. The generous land size allows for:
* Additional guest cottages to increase accommodation capacity.
* Conference facilities for corporate groups.
* Restaurant or café serving the adventure tourism market.

The Chimanimani Advantage - Tourism & Business Opportunity:
UNESCO World Heritage Status. In 2022, Chimanimani was designated as the second UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Zimbabwe, elevating its international profile and tourism appeal. The Chimanimani Mountain range has been included in Time's list of the world's 100 Greatest Places of 2021, positioning it as a globally recognised destination.
Untapped Tourism Goldmine. Chimanimani was reasonably popular with worldwide hikers about a decade ago, however, with the drop in tourism to Zimbabwe, you can now spend days hiking in Chimanimani National Park and see very few other hikers - creating exceptional opportunities for early investors in accommodation facilities.
Adventure Tourism Hub. The area offers world-class hiking, rock climbing, bird watching, swimming in crystal-clear natural pools, and access to spectacular scenic views and natural falls such as the Bridal Veil Falls. With 2,182 plant taxa, it has over 30% of the total plant diversity in the country, of which 74 species are endemic to Chimanimani mountains.

Location Benefits:
Adventure Capital of Zimbabwe. The Chimanimani National Park is Zimbabwe's finest mountain wilderness, offering hiking, rock-climbing, birding, camping in the caves and swimming in the natural sparkling pools.
Accessibility. Strategic location provides easy access to national park activities whilst maintaining proximity to town amenities including banking, grocery shopping, and the historic Chimanimani Hotel.
Year-Round Appeal. The dry season (winter) is usually cool and sunny, providing perfect walking weather, whilst the rainy season offers dramatic landscapes and waterfalls at their peak.

This property represents more than just a home - it's your entry point into Zimbabwe's most promising eco-tourism destination. With international recognition growing and visitor numbers set to increase, early investment in Chimanimani accommodation will yield significant returns for those with vision.

Ready to own a piece of Zimbabwe's mountain paradise?

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