Farm for Sale in Ladismith

Fantastic opportunity not to be missed!

Agrisell is proud to present this sole mandate, 167,8-hectare farm enterprise that is nestled at the foot of the majestic Swartberg Mountain range in the fertile Dwarsriver valley renowned for its abundance of good quality irrigation water. The picturesque Swartberg Mountains bring comfort to anyone who wants to get away from life in the fast lane and simply soak up the peace of these tranquil surroundings.
The enterprise generates a substantial income as a working farm, producing wine and table grapes as well as lucerne. It is also a guest farm that does not only cater for accommodation, but also includes a superbly versatile wedding venue for different functions and festivities. A section of the farm is rezoned to Agricultural Zone 2 to allow for construction of a boutique winery. Various consent uses for tourist facilities, wine tasting, function venue as well as building of another guest cottage, have all been all approved. The liquor license is for on- and off Consumption as well as Micro Manufacturing.

The validation and verification of water usage have been completed by the Breede-Gouritz Catchment Management Agency and the enterprise boasts 125,040 cub meter irrigation water per annum which is stored in 4 storage dams with a total capacity of 19,638 cub meter. Three pumps supply water to the irrigation areas. This good quality water is obtained from perennial mountain springs and is channeled via a concrete canal to the respective dams. There is also a reserve storage dam, upstream in the mountain, this dam is used in water scares times.

The farming operation includes the production of quality table grapes and almonds for the local market, wine grapes are delivered under contract to South Cape Winery in Ladismith. Lucerne is a highly sought-after product and here high quality, large volumes of lucerne are produced for the local game and dairy industries. The large storage shed is used for tractors, vehicles, equipment, as well as for stacking lucerne. Holding pens, a training arena for horses and livestock handling facilities are all in good repair. A list of the acreage and the year in which each varietal was planted, is available on request.

The unhurried pace of country life, the splendor and natural beauty of the area, unpolluted crystal-clear mountain spring water, together with the crisp fresh air, will invigorate anyone who has become fatigued by a rushed lifestyle. These are also the main reasons for the accommodation and venue being so sought-after. The venue hosts every kind of occasion from weddings and birthday parties to reunions, seminars and year-end functions. The campsites on the banks of an earth dam offer stands, covered in thick lawn, in shaded areas. Boasting amenities such as electrical hook-ups, clean ablution facilities, washing machine, free Wi-Fi and braai facilities, these campsites are seldomly un-occupied. Children enjoy the zipline-foofie-slide that lets them glide from the trunk of a large tree into the water.

Guest accommodation is in a tastefully decorated Pinotage farmhouse, catering for 9 guests. The patio with braai facilities completes this gem. The Chenin Blanc Cottage accommodates 8 guests, is situated on a slight incline on one of the hills and therefore boasts the most beautiful views across the valley, the Swartberg Mountains and Towerkop. The cozy honeymoon-type Crimson cottage sleeps 2 and is built on a private section overlooking the lush vineyards and mountains in the distance. The Colombar Venue Center also have 5 rooms and can sleep up to 22 people with all amenities, perfect for bigger groups.

Due to the topography consisting of mountains, undulating hills and the river, this enterprise is ideally situated for various outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, swimming, horse riding, fishing, canoeing or playing games on the vast lawns.

An updated list of movable items can be provided on request.

For sale as a going concern at R17 000 000 excluding VAT. The seller is a VAT vendor and the sale can be structured at 0% VAT if the purchaser is registered for VAT. Contact the Sole Agent to arrange a viewing. Read more...