WATER-RICH 48ha FARMING / LIFESTYLE UNIT WITH 25ha ALMONDS, NAARTJIES & APRICOTS (IN PRODUCTION), HOEKO VALLEY, LADISMITH, KLEIN KAROO
Experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the Hoeko Valley, nestled at the foot of the majestic Klein Swartberg Mountains. This exceptional 48-hectare farm offers a harmonious blend of agriculture, lifestyle, and investment potential. Peaceful, secluded surroundings and unspoiled natural beauty – all within close proximity to Ladismith and amenities.
Property description
Portion 91 of the Farm Hoeko Number 82, in the Kannaland Municipality, Ladismith Division, Western Cape Province.
Location
In the picturesque, water-rich Hoeko Valley of Ladismith in the Western Cape, just 10km from Ladismith (direction Calitzdorp) and 7km on the Hoeko
Valley tarmac road.
In a nutshell, the property offers
- Renovated 3-bedroom farmhouse with modern amenities, perfect for family living
- 5 dams ensuring ample water supply
- Diversified orchards:
*18ha Almonds (established and productive)
*4ha Clementines (thriving and well-maintained)
*3ha Apricots (ripe for harvesting)
- Expansive land for potential expansion or guesthouse development
- Breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valley
- Abundant wildlife and natural flora
Property details | Composition of land
The farm measures 48,6 ha in total, and comprises:
• 28,7 ha arable land
• 6,6 ha buildings and dams
• 16,6 ha veld and mountains
Improvements & Infrastructure
Homestead
• Double storey main dwelling, with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, spacious farmhouse kitchen equipped with a modern gas stove and Jet Master fireplace (the authentic open fireplace has been renovated to maintain the historical authenticity), a living room and large undercover front stoep overlooking the Hoeko Valley, with inviting fireplace/braai.
• Undercover parking for vehicles
Outbuildings and barn
• The total outbuildings of ±400m² consist of a shed and covered area used to store farming implements and vehicles.
• Staff toilet facilities and secure tool room.
• A newly constructed water filtration plant with manual bottling facilities.
Electricity Supply
- A 3-Phase 50 KVA Electricity connection is available from Eskom.
Telecommunication & Internet
- MTN and Vodacom signal as well as internet connections are readily available with a strong signal.
Roads
- The farm is served with two unpaved excess roads both supported with wayleaves. All orchards are serviced with well-maintained roads with bumps to avoid water erosion.
Composition of the orchards
• ±18ha almonds (in production)
• ±4,2ha naartjies (start producing in 2025)
• ±3ha Bebeco apricots (start producing during 2027)
• ±3ha under irrigation (no crops)
All fruit trees were replaced with new cultivars between 2019 and 2021 and will be in full production in the 2025 season.
Water Rights & Resources
- Water Resources - a constant water supply from 2 springs originating in the Witberg and 5 storage dams with a combined holding capacity of 560,000m³.
The farm is registered with the Hoeko Irrigation Board which is operated as a quota scheme with time share shifts. The farm has 2 turns:
• 42 hour water turn/shitf every week from Sunday 18:00 until 12:00 on Tuesday from the first fountain; and
• 72 hour water turn/shift every second week from “Oom Daantjie’s trough” Mondays from 17:00 until 17:00 on Thursdays.
• Surplus water during these periods are stored in the holding dams.
• 15,4ha enlisted water rights
An additional borehole was drilled in 2022 in the midst of one of the biggest droughts the Klein Karoo has experienced in years, but is still unused as there has been no water shortage since then. The borehole is an artesian hole which means it runs from the top at 12 000l per day, but it has been tested to deliver 27 000l per hour for pumping purposes.
Irrigation System
- ±90% of the 32ha cultivated land is gravity-fed with drip irrigation.
Further business expansion
- A water bottling plant has been set up and registered, with the aim of generating a short-term cash flow, as well as adding the abundance of available spring water the farm’s income.
Investment Opportunities
- Establish guesthouses or a boutique hotel, capitalizing on the area’s tourism potential
- Expand orchard operations or explore alternative crops (olives, grapes, etc.)
- Develop eco-tourism activities (hiking, birdwatching, etc.)
- Develop the natural water bottling plant
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a thriving farm and lifestyle haven. Contact us to schedule a viewing and to secure your piece of paradise on auction.
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