R5,675,000
This farm embraces an area of 2155 hectare and is situated 30 km from Laingsburg and 2,5 drive from Cape Town. It is nestled between the panoramic Swartberg and Witteberg mountains an area well known for its magnificent country living! This farm borders the scenic tree-lined Buffels river which meanders for a distance of 14 kilometre through the farm and plenty of kudu and other game roams this area. There is 22 ha arable land and adequate irrigation water is pumped from perennial pools in the Buffels river. Water is continuously released from the Floriskraal dam to supply the river with irrigation water for the down-stream farms. At present the agricultural activities consist of high quality lucerne (11 hectare), vineyards (0,7 hectare), olives (7 hectare) and the remainder of the acreage is used for onion seed production. Additional arable land is available and the climate and soil are ideal for the production of apricots or almonds. Goats, cattle and sheep do well in the area as well. Due to the combination of size, topography (river and mountains), infrastructure (tar road close by), vegetation and abundance of water, this farm is extremely suitable to be converted into a sought after game reserve with 4×4 and tourism activities. Vegetation varies from Groot Karoo to typical Klein Karoo flora towards the Swartberg and provides an interesting mosaic of edible trees, bush and shrubs covering the outcrops and hills. There are also spectacular rock formations in the area, including the scenic Buffelspoort road towards Seweweekspoort.The farms recently built main house boasts spacious rooms with high ceilings creating a special atmosphere to entertain family and friends. Other buildings are 3 labourer cottages and a shed which are in good repair. This jewel of the Buffels river with its friendly people will grow on you! For sale as a going concern for R 5,675,000.
