207 ha Farm with House in Rawsonville
This is a rare opportunity to purchase a 207-hectare farm in the stunning Slanghoek Valley. Not only is it visually breathtaking, but it also offers fertile soils in one of the highest rainfall regions in the country. Over the past 20 years, the farm has averaged rainfall of just over 1,100 mm per year, with a peak of 1,588 mm in 2024. This ensures an abundant water supply.
Although fully operational, it offers significant potential for further development.
Key Features of the Property:
Prime Location & Stunning Views: Situated in the heart of the Slanghoek Valley, with unparalleled views.
High Rainfall & Water Supply: The farm benefits from exceptional rainfall and natural flow of water from the Slanghoek Mountain, feeding two dams. It utilizes gravity-fed irrigation, reducing dependency on external sources.
Energy Efficiency: Minimal reliance on Eskom power, except for domestic use.
Land Use Breakdown:
Wine Grapes: 40 hectares
Apples: 6.8 hectares
Lemons: 5.1 hectares
Buildings, Dams, Roads & Infrastructure: 15 hectares
Mountain & Veld: 80 hectares
Undeveloped Land: 60 hectares (potential for various crops, depending on the buyer''s interest)
The improvements include a farmhouse, three sheds, and four worker houses with eight units in total.
Water Rights:
The property has registered water rights for two dams, with a total storage capacity of 220,000 m per annum, and 223,860 m of surface water per annum sourced from the mountain.
The farm is VAT-registered and is being sold as a going concern.
Property details
- Listing number T4958301
- Property type Farm With House
- Listing date 11 Feb 2025
- Land size 207 ha
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