R15,500,000
Situated in the Kruisrivier area, this 3285-hectare farm lies in the midst of an eco-tourism (guest houses / game farms) area, surrounded by beautiful nature and spectacular mountains. The spectacular reddish rocky formations form a backdrop against the tree-lined riverbed and lush green Lucerne fields bordered by green popular trees. Lucerne of a very high quality is produced in this area.The farm consists of 12 title deeds.Accommodation consists of a main house and four other guest cottages. The main house, Victorian style, were built in 1830 and renovated during 1907 – yes, more than 100 years ago. The thick walls, high pitched roofs and ceilings ensure that the abode is cool in the summer and warm and cosy during winter. This is house rich in history and culture, a stately lady from an era gone by, lovingly kept alive by its residents.Visiting family and friends have access to a swimming pool and tennis court.The guest cottages are strategically located on the farm, to secure privacy, tranquillity and security, opening the opportunity to develop a guest farm. Picturesque walking trails in the rocky mountain areas with its dramatic rock formations offers spectacular views and breath taking interaction with nature.Many outbuildings, sheds, Tabaco drying shed as well as the cattle handling facilities, the milking parlour, are all in good repair, all waiting to be in production again.The 50 hectare Lucerne as well as the 7,5 hectare vineyards are watered from the river. There is also an artesian aquifer (borehole) containing groundwater under positive pressure which causes a permanent free flow of water which is not in use. Water is stored in 2 earth dams and a reservoir from where it is gravity flood to the arable areas.There are also 100 avocado trees and about 1 hectare of almond and apricot trees.The natural veldt, mountain as well as flatter areas is in pristine condition – these areas are sub divided into four sections, with sections of the perimeter fenced with jackal proof.As pointed out, the agricultural and tourism potential is the biggest assets of this farm and all the infrastructure of a winning recipe are in place. There is also tremendous potential to this 3284 hectare farm for a superb game reserve breeding buffalo or other exotic species.For sale at a market related price of R15 500 000.00 (excluding VAT)
