623 ha Farm in Glenhurd
Maitland Mines | Premier Coastal Farming and Lifestyle Estate
Set along one of the Eastern Cape''s most spectacular stretches of coastline, Maitland Mines presents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique 623-hectare coastal farm and lifestyle property. Ideally positioned just 6km from Maitland''s Beach, approximately 30km from PE Airport, and 55km from Jeffreys Bay, the property offers an exceptional balance of privacy, accessibility, and natural beauty.
Comprising 13 separate titles, the farm overlooks the Maitlands River mouth and is framed by dramatic natural surroundings, including coastal dunes, river gorges, wooded valleys, rolling hills, and striking kloofs carved by the Maitlands and De Stades Rivers. Elevated points across the property enjoy magnificent views towards the Lady Slipper mountain range and the ocean beyond.
Bordering the renowned Maitland Mines Nature Reserve, the farm forms part of an environmentally rich region known for its eco-tourism appeal, hiking trails, birdlife, and outdoor adventure activities.
Exceptional Natural Environment andamp Carrying Capacity
Benefiting from high annual rainfall and fertile soils, the property supports a remarkable mix of:
Sub-tropical thicket
Coastal forest
Savannah grassland
Coastal fynbos
Mature indigenous trees include Yellowwoods, Cape Ash, Milkwoods, Wild Olive, and numerous other species, creating an exceptionally diverse ecosystem.
The farm enjoys an estimated carrying capacity of approximately 1 LSU per 2 hectares, supporting around 311 LSU, excluding approximately 15 hectares of irrigable land.
Open grazing areas are dominated by quality pasture grasses including:
Kikuyu
Rhodes grass
Eragrostis
Lush stands of Panicum
The habitat is ideally suited to both livestock farming and game management, while the varied terrain creates an exceptional game-drive experience.
Water Infrastructure
The farm receives an average annual rainfall of approximately 800mm and is supported by excellent water infrastructure, including:
Solar-equipped borehole producing approximately 12 000 litres per hour
Water supply from the Maitlands River via mono pump delivering approximately 14 000 litres per hour
Additional unequipped borehole previously producing approximately 14 000 litres per hour
Well-designed water reticulation system with gravity-fed storage tanks
Rainwater harvesting systems
Wildlife
The farm currently supports indigenous game species including:
Bushbuck
Blue Duiker
Common Duiker
Cape Grysbok
The varied habitat naturally supports a wide range of wildlife and bird species.
Improvements
Main Residence
5 Bedrooms main en-suite
Office
Kitchen
3 Living rooms
Sunroom
Swimming pool
Additional Buildings
Office flat garage complex
Separate 3-bedroom cottage with bathroom, kitchen, lounge, and dining room
Farming Infrastructure
Storerooms
Cool-room
Skin room
Shed
Workshop
6 Labourers'' cottages
Electricity is supplied by Eskom.
The operational farming enterprise includes:
19 dryland camps
17 natural veld camps
3 bush camps
Stock handling facilities
Internal camp system with reasonably good fencing throughout
Development Potential
The property''s 13-title configuration presents exciting future development potential. The possibility exists to subdivide or sell portions of the 11 smaller titles ranging from 8ha to 25ha, potentially unlocking significant additional value, as smaller lifestyle parcels often achieve a premium price per hectare.
A Rare Coastal Farming Opportunity
Maitland Mines offers a unique combination of:
Coastal beauty
Productive farmland
Lifestyle appeal
Eco-tourism potential
Exceptional biodiversity
This is an extraordinary opportunity to secure a prestigious farming and lifestyle property in one of the Eastern Cape''s most naturally beautiful coastal regions.
Price: POA plus VAT
All information, including sizes, rates, taxes and levies, is supplied by the seller and subject to verification.
TIADOR 150 CC trading as REMAX Independent Properties Lorraine operates in terms of a franchise agreement with REMAX of Southern Africa.
Property details
- Listing number T4663717
- Property type Farm
- Listing date 6 Jun 2024
- Land size 623 ha
Property features
- Bedrooms 5
- En-suite 1
- Bathrooms 2
- Lounges 2
- Dining areas 1
- Garage parking 3
- Pet friendly
- Access gate
- Fenced
- Patio
- Storage
- Study
- Kitchen
- Pantry
- Family TV room
- Fireplace
- Built In braai