8 565 m² Farm in Upington Central
Off-Grid Country Living with Two Homes, Solar Power and Water Near Upington
More than a property: a different way of living
A freehold smallholding in peaceful Grootdrink, approx. 60km from Upington. Trade traffic, noise and rising utility costs for space, independence and country living: open sunrises, fruit from your own orchard, a close rural community and some of the clearest night skies in South Africa.
Ideal for:
- Retirees seeking a peaceful, self-sufficient lifestyle
- Professionals wanting a weekend retreat or semi-retirement base
- Families who want their children to enjoy nature and outdoor living during holidays
- Buyers leaving big cities for a slower, healthier, more meaningful life
Fully off-grid and independent
Main house approx. 390m²
- 16 rooftop solar panels
- Deye 8kW inverter
- 4 x Shoto batteries 5.12kWh each, 20.48kWh total
- Water tanks: approx. 5,200L
Second dwelling approx. 90m², 2 bedrooms, plus 30m² verandah
- 4 rooftop solar panels
- Sunsynk 8kW inverter
- 2 batteries 1 x 3.4kWh Pylontech, 1 x 2.4kWh
- Water tanks: approx. 8,000L
Water: canal water and a borehole, plus a large storage dam.
The second dwelling suits extended family, guests, staff, rental income or a home officestudio.
Your own orchard
Grapes, two varieties of peaches, naartjies, kumquats, grapefruit and figs, with room and water to expand. Whether you want orchards, small-scale farming or simply control over your utilities, the foundation is here.
Lifestyle
Grootdrink offers community, safety, open space and nature. Neighbours know each other, children ride bicycles on quiet dirt roads, and life moves at a gentler pace. For urban buyers, its an investment in wellbeing, resilience and quality of life.
Key features
Freehold smallholding, approx. 60km from Upington
Fully off-grid solar in both dwellings
Main house approx. 390m² 16 panels, 8kW inverter, 20.48kWh storage
Second dwelling approx. 90m² 30m² verandah 4 panels, 8kW inverter, 5.8kWh storage
Borehole and canal water, large storage dam
Approx. 13,200L tank storage across both dwellings
Established orchard and natural surroundings
Energy independence combined with lifestyle appeal is increasingly hard to find. If you want to slow down and become more self-sufficient without giving up modern comforts, this property deserves your attention.
Property details
- Listing number T5557642
- Property type Farm
- Listing date 18 Jul 2026
- Land size 8 565 m²
- Floor size 300 m²
Property features
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Lounges 1
- Dining areas 1
- Garage parking 2
- Storeys 1
- Flatlets
- Built in cupboards
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Family TV room
- Borehole
- Aircon