7 646.9 ha Farm in Calvinia

This exceptional agricultural holding is situated near Brandvlei, a tranquil town in the Upper Karoo renowned for its expansive landscapes, clear skies, and rich farming heritage. The region is famous for hardy Dorper and Merino sheep production, complemented by limited cattle and small-stock farming, ideally suited to the arid Bushmanland environment. With easy access via the R27 to Calvinia, Kenhardt, and surrounding Karoo towns, Brandvlei offers a quiet, secure, and dependable farming communityideal for established producers or those seeking a true Karoo farming lifestyle.

Property Overview

This long-held family farm, comprising three portions sold as a unit, spans 7 646.87 hectares and represents one of the more desirable properties in the district. Currently operated primarily for sheep farming with additional cattle, the farm offers excellent infrastructure, reliable water sources, and well-maintained grazing.

Infrastructure & Improvements

Main farmhouse

Managers house

Main store

Tractor store

Feed store

3 x Workers houses

Solar energy system 10 KVA inverter, Windbul wind turbine, 18 x 2V batteries, 12 x 220W solar panels plus generator

21 Camps all subdivided with water points

6 x Kraals neat, well-designed sheep handling facilities for efficient livestock management

Earth dams in most camps, storing significant rainwater across the farm

9 Boreholes with windmills all functional and well-maintained

Water troughs in every camp

Grazing & Natural Environment

Carrying capacity: LSU 1:39

Rainfall: 100200 mm per year

Vegetation: Bushmanland arid shrubland with sweet grasses, ganna, and thorn bush species

General Farm Condition

The farms infrastructure is in excellent condition, with strong, stock-proof fencing throughout. Windmills are neat, serviced, and in full working order. The kraals and water systems are exceptionally maintained. As an inner farm, it benefits from improved security and reduced exposure to stock theftan important advantage in the region.

Additional Notes

The property is sold as a going concern, with a small number of ewes included in the transaction. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-run, well-watered, and highly regarded farm in the Brandvlei area.

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