85.8 ha Farm in Ladismith

The location of this homestead is ideal, with fantastic views of the majestic Klein Swartberg Mountains, it offers the ultimate in Country Living close to town! The ideal property for a family that is yearning to escape the ever increasing demands of society and start anew in the country by becoming self-sufficient. This property will sell quickly as it ticks a lot of boxes!

This fixer-upper is a hidden gem waiting to be polished so she can shine, shine, shine again! Her charming vintage details and original character offers a unique opportunity to create a true masterpiece that will stand the test of time.

This Historic house was built in 1860 and still has many original features including yellow wood high volume ceilings and 18 inch walls. The house has 4 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan lounge dining room with built-in-braai and fireplace, enclosed verandah, large country style wooden kitchen with laundry that can also be used as a mud room.

85,6ha in extent with 6 ha that can be planted with lucerne, or used for seed production which has become very popular in the area. An olive orchard has also been established as well as a vegetable garden with mature pecan nut trees, pomegranates, figs, guavas, etc. Sheep can also be kept successfully as was done by some of the previous owners.

The property is divided by a gravel road making it ideal for more than one family to live on the same property and not being in each others space.

A labour cottage has previously been used for accommodation and can also be used as a weekend getaway for those who seek solitude, peace and quiet that is so typical of the Karoo. It is surrounded by typical Karoo veld and has a large area that can be explored by hiking or mountain biking.

Plenty of outbuildings, 2 boreholes (1 equipped 1 not equipped), cement dam with a capacity to hold 140 000 liters. A holding area for animals is ideal to keep as chicken, sheep, goat, etc. and also has an area that can be fixed up as another studio or flatlet.

The property has huge potential than can be explored such as tourism, farming, self-sustainable living, and a few more that a creative mind can dream up!!

Only 14kms to town with good access roads. Property is easily accessible from Route 62 and R323 and is close to Riversdale, George, Worcester, Oudtshoorn and the coast.