Farm for Sale in Clarens

392 ha Clarens farm and income-generating tourist property for sale.
This exceptional 392-hectare farm and tourism hub is offered for sale as a going concern in the highly sought-after Clarens Golden Gate Valley. Ideally positioned just 1 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park and 13 km from Clarens, the property enjoys prime frontage on the R712 tourist route between Clarens and Golden Gate.
With Clarens firmly established as one of the Free State's leading tourism destinations, this property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large, versatile asset with existing income streams and substantial future development potential.
Bordered by the Rooiberge and Swartberg mountains, the farm offers striking natural beauty, while the Little Caledon River meanders for approximately 2 km along the northern foothills of the Rooiberge, lined with graceful weeping willow trees.
Exceptionally well positioned for a buyer seeking a lifestyle estate, tourism investment, or multi-use commercial venture.

Property highlights
• 392 hectares in the Clarens Golden Gate Valley
• 1 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park
• 13 km from Clarens
• Divided by the R712 roadway
• 129 hectares of arable Eragrostis lands
• Natural grazing on the northern and southern mountain slopes
• Approx. 2 km of Little Caledon River frontage
• Existing tourism, hospitality, retail, and agricultural infrastructure
• MTN and Vodacom towers generating rental income of approximately R9,400 per month

Business complex
Positioned adjacent to the R712, the business complex is well located to benefit from strong passing trade and existing tourism traffic.
Restaurant and gift shop
• Established and successful business operating for 13 years
• Well supported by tourists and passing visitors
• Full restaurant liquor licence and bottle store licence
• Kitchen equipment included
• Restaurant equipment included
• Gift shop equipment included
Accommodation units
A short walk from the restaurant are five luxury accommodation units, each offering:
• Luxury bathroom with shower, corner bathtub, and double basins
• Kitchenette
• Mini lounge
• Combustion-burning stove
• Private patio with outside braai
Butchery
The butchery includes equipment required for operation, as well as:
• 12 m² freezer room
• 30 m² chiller room
• Selected abattoir equipment

Main residence
The impressive 800 m² double-storey main house is north-facing and designed with manufactured steel trusses and foundations capable of accommodating a third level.
Lower level
• Spacious open-plan kitchen, scullery, pantry, laundry, and office
• Private lounge with bedroom and double bathroom
• Bar area and guest toilet
• Large main lounge opening onto the pool area and thatched lapas
• Four garages with additional covered parking
• Staff flatlet with bathroom
Upper level
• Three bedrooms
• Four en suite bathrooms
• All bedrooms open onto a balcony with scenic views
Cottages
The property includes two cottages, previously used for long-term rental. These offer strong potential for refurbishment and conversion into self-catering or holiday accommodation.
Sheds and storage facilities
There are three high-quality sheds with plastered walls and large windows, offering a combined floor area of approximately 1,985 m².
• Store 1: 630 m2 with electric roll-up doors and three-phase electricity
• Store 2: 630 m2 with electric roll-up doors and three-phase electricity
• Store 3: 725 m2 drive-through split-level store with:
• Four manufactured steel storage bins
• Grain handling equipment
• Grain loading facilities
• Intake bucket elevator
• Overhead chain conveyor
• Reclaim conveyor
Stores 1 and 2 are interleading via a sliding door.
Water supply
The property benefits from substantial water infrastructure, anchored by the Little Caledon River.
• Little Caledon River flowing through the farm
• High-capacity submersible pump in the river servicing the restaurant complex
• Separate submersible pump supplying water to the main house
• Change-over systems supplying various reservoirs and water tanks
• 10,000-litre water tanks with pressure pump for the main house
• 30,000-litre steel reservoir
• 30,000-litre concrete reservoir
• 5,000-litre water tank supplying the cottage area via gravity feed
• 3,000-litre water tank with pressure pump
• Seven ground-walled dams
Electricity supply
• 25 kVA three-phase supply to the business complex
• Separate 25 kVA three-phase supply to the two cottages
• 50 kVA three-phase supply to the main dwelling and the three storage facilities
Agricultural and tourism potential
This property combines agriculture, hospitality, retail, and eventing potential in one outstanding location. Its position in a high-demand tourism corridor, together with its established infrastructure, makes it ideal for both immediate operation and long-term expansion.
Future development opportunities
The property's location and existing improvements make it especially attractive for further development, including:
• Conversion of the main house into a boutique hotel of up to 16 rooms
• Refurbishment of the cottages to accommodate holiday visitors, with each cottage potentially sleeping up to eight guests
• Conversion of the storage facilities into a wedding and events venue with capacity for 1,000+ guests
• Expansion of the business complex into additional tourism and lifestyle offerings
• Development along the Little Caledon River for a caravan park, tented camp, or golf driving range
• Outdoor adventure activities in the mountains, including:
• Mountain trails
• Mountain biking
• Quad biking
• Horseback riding

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