Welcome to VanZylStead

….where urban homesteading meets the embrace of natural living. Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, our homestead is a sanctuary of simplicity and sustainability.

We are firm believers in the power of returning to our roots, cultivating our own nourishment, and cherishing the bounties of nature. Guided by our faith and a deep reverence for the Earth, we strive to live harmoniously with our surroundings, embracing a lifestyle that is both gentle on the planet and enriching for our souls.

Join us on our journey as we share our passion for holistic health, organic gardening, and the pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life.

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Meet the coffee snobs, who love the planet

Meet the coffee snobs, who love the planet

What happens when a family of confessed coffee snobs who deeply love Nature decide to start a business?  You get coffee pods that, when composted correctly, will break down into healthy soil within three months, leaving no trace and no plastic or aluminium behind!...

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Meet The Almond Girl

Meet The Almond Girl

Meet Reni, from AMANTECO, a third generation family farm in Montagu.  Reni started the brand "The Almond Girl", during covid, giving the consumer access to a locally produced and healthy Almond snack. It all started In 1974 with Rino Brochetto, who bought a piece of...

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Using Rooibos Tea as Mulch

Using Rooibos Tea as Mulch

Rooibos tea - packed with health benefits and classified as a superfood, AND it is brilliant for your garden. Much has been said about the multiple health benefits of Rooibos or ‘red bush’ tea, derived from the unique herbal shrub native to the Western Cape region of...

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