111 ha Farm in Lions River

This well-located 111-hectare farm is situated just off the N3 at the Lions River turnoff in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Meander, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational lifestyle and agricultural property with strong water resources and existing income streams. With easy access to Howick, Hilton, Nottingham Road, Pietermaritzburg, Durban and Johannesburg, the farm combines rural living with exceptional connectivity.

The property offers a balanced mix of productive farmland, natural veld and river frontage, making it suitable for grazing, cropping, multi-generational living or mixed-use farming and tourism. The scenic Lions River forms a natural boundary of the property, enhancing both its agricultural value and lifestyle appeal.

Property Features:

Total land size: 111 hectares

64 hectares of established Kikuyu pastures

25 hectares of arable land suitable for cropping

12 hectares of natural veld

Approximately 2 kilometres of Lions River frontage

Two dams for irrigation and water storage

50 hectares of registered water rights

Borehole approx. 1,500 litres per hour

Eskom connection available

Homes & Infrastructure:

Two large 4-bedroom homes, one with a swimming pool

One 2-bedroom cottage

Multiple sheds, workshops, barns and storage buildings

Former dairy building

All homes secured with alarm systems and electric fencing

Energy & Sustainability:

Two solar systems:

28 panels with 16kVA inverter

14 panels with 8kVA inverter

Gas geysers

Off-grid operation with Eskom available if required

Income Potential:

An established Airbnb operation with accommodation for up to 18 guests currently generates between R40,000 and R70,000 per month, providing immediate income alongside farming or lifestyle use.

Standout Features:

Rare combination of river frontage, dams and registered water rights

Fully off-grid energy systems

Multiple dwellings for extended family or income generation

Strong agricultural foundation with arable land and grazing

Location & Lifestyle:

Positioned in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, the farm enjoys proximity to leading schools such as Hilton College, Michaelhouse and St Annes, as well as popular Midlands attractions, restaurants, markets and outdoor activities including fishing, trail running and mountain biking. The N3 offers convenient access to Durban and Johannesburg.

Ideal For:

This property is ideally suited to buyers seeking a working farm, sustainable lifestyle property, multi-generational family estate or a country retreat with income-generating potential in one of South Africas most sought-after rural regions.

Contact Richard Fincham at R&R Real Estate to arrange a private viewing of this Midlands farm.