Property Description
Game farm eastern cape for sale
Farm Description
The block known as Woodlands is comprised of 9 title deeds totaling 8086 ha in extent. Of this area, just over 7000ha is currently game fenced with an EC Nat Cons standard 2.4m game fence. A smaller section of the farm lies west of the R350 on the fish river and includes the irrigation setup.
Veld types
Woodlands is arguably one of the better balanced hunting farms in the Eastern Cape. Approx 60 % of the total area is made up of classic, spekboom rich Cape valley bushveld. This biome is reputed to have the highest browse potential, and able to sustain a higher density of large game than any other eco system. Besides the abundant spekboom, significant browse species includes, amongst others, acacia karoo, wild olive, jacket plum, natal plane, blue and common guarri. Aesthetically stunning, the topography here consists of a series of spectacular kloofs, gorges and river systems separated by heavily wooded slopes. A naturalist or dendrologists dream, woodlands is probably home to as many diverse plant and tree species as can be found in the Eastern Cape, all supporting a very impressive density of browse and mixed feeder game species.
Through a less heavily wooded transition zone, the elevated Eastern sections of the property changes into open, sweet grassland savannah flats. This area is home to the exclusive grazers and has an impressive variety of palatable grasses. Some of the more common species found include themedia triandra, digitaria eriantha & smutsii, cynodon dactylon and various varieties of aristida. Significant stands of chenchrus ciliaris and the edible pannicum species can be found in the river valleys, lower lying wet areas and where the forest canopy is open or has been disturbed.
Improvements
The main hunting lodge is a beautifully restored authentic Cape masonry original. With hardwood floors almost throughout it has 7 bedrooms ( 5 en-suite ) a huge, beautifully appointed kitchen, enormous dining room, 2 lounges, bar, under thatch outdoor braai area with 2nd bar and office.
Second hunting lodge is also an original that has been beautifully restored. Also polished hardwood floors it has 4 bedrooms (Main en suite) an additional bathroom, kitchen, lounge, dining room etc.
Managers house - 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, kitchen, lounge and dining room.
Staff housing = 6, all with eskom power.
There is a total of 60 hectares of irrigable lands (30h flood and 25h draglines + 5h flood) 12 h of which is currently under Lucerne. There are 3 water user certificates totaling 75h. 6 irrigation pumps included. Game water is supplied via earth dams, boreholes - with windmills and with solar pumps.
There are numerous outbuildings including sheds, workshops, lockable store rooms, skinning facility, abattoir, skin / trophy room, storage containers etc.
There is also sufficient available dressed stone to supply original matching building stone blocks for any future expansion / development programs.
Farm Equipment
John Deere 2160 4x4 tractor in excellent condition (Brand new engine)
Deutz Fahr 45kw tractor
15t tip trailer (right, left or rear tip)
3t tipper trailer
345 John Deere baler
Kuun Mower (with hammers)
Toyota KZTE 3 L Diesel D/Cab 2002 model in mint condition (only genuine 9000km)
99 Landrover Defender TDI
Game on the property (conservative estimate only)
Black Springbuck
Black Wildebeest 200+
Blesbuck 300+
Blue Wildebeest 50+
Bushbuck - numerous
Common springbuck 200+
Duiker - numerous
Eland - 27
Giraffe - 5
Impala 250+
Kudu 250+
Mountain Reedbuck 50+
Nyala 20
Red Hartebeest 130+
Steenbuck - numerous
Warthog - numerous
Waterbuck 45
White Blesbuck 60+
White Springbuck
Zebra 60+
Conclusion
The impressive habitat diversity is key to the economic potential of this beautiful tract of land. Although, historically the incorporated titles were all productive small and large stock farms, for the last 10 years the area has been run exclusively to game. As a result the vegetation is in pristine condition and the impressive species count and variety is testament to the conservative management practices this veld has enjoyed. While the farm has been utilized exclusively as a high end hunting destination, the aesthetics and topography are also conducive to any number of eco tourism opportunities. As a lock, stock and barrel transaction, a purchaser will benefit not only from the zero rated status, but can also inherit an experienced and passionate management team as well as an impressive and loyal client / outfitter base, ensuring an immediate and uninterrupted revenue stream.
Property Features
| Property Type |
Vacant Land Agricultural |
| Stand Size |
-- m2 |
Property Costs