430 ha Farm in Elandsrivier

This farm is located on the picturesque and well maintained Elandsrivier road approximately 45km from Rocklands and well within the magical 100km radius of Port Elizabeth.

Made up of 1 title, the farm is approximately 430ha in extent.

The bulk of the properties along this stretch of the valley have been cut to incorporate a chunk of the fertile valley itself and then a stretch of the magnificent Stinkhoutberg Mountains that precede the Baviaans range. This farm is no different with it stretching back from the main gravel road to include a magnificent fertile gentle slope followed by a deep valley which intersects the farm into two ridgelines from where the valley soon splits into two forming three ridges that climb steeply up the Southern side of the Stinkhoutberg reaching the top. In terms of change in elevation the propertys lowest point is +- 433m above sea level whereas the highest point is a towering 912m.

Improvements

The farm has two homesteads offering 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms with 1 bathroom respectively. Then there are the usual compliment of living areas and work areas like the large farmhouse kitchens. Both houses have a verandah area and are set in beautiful gardens with lots of mature trees. It is obvious that both houses and surrounding outbuildings are structurally sound but do require some TLC.

The farm also has a large open shed for storing farm vehicles/implements.

The staff compliment consists of 1 permanent worker and 2 casual labourers and housing is provided for in a small cottage.

The boundary fencing as well as the internal camps are mostly of a good standard with only part of the western boundary needing some attention.

The farm is supplied with 3 phase electricity.

Conclusion

The intensive agricultural potential in the valley, coupled with the dramatic topography and unspoilt wilderness encompassed by the mountain section offer the best of both, with something to satisfy both the farmer and adventurer. This farms fair carrying capacity, coupled with the irrigation mentioned above, translates into the fact that it can be run as a viable and rewarding unit. Any proposed additional citrus production will only catapult the incoming earning potential as citrus can be a real money spinner based on market trends. Add to this the fact that it borders onto the Stinkhoutberg Nature reserve, is a stones throw away from Baviaanskloof, and yet still within comfortable reach of P.E. I feel this makes it a best of both for most people. The Elandsrivier Valley is a popular choice amongst farmers and I can state with confidence that this property is one of the top properties in the valley. The owner is VAT registered and the property can, by negotiation be taken over as a going concern.

Price R 5 950 000 plus Vat at the applicable rate.