Farm for sale
Embrace true Midlands farm living with income potential and multi-generational space, set on 111ha near Hilton and Howick with easy N3 access and two kilometres of Lions River frontage.
This well-located 111-hectare farm is situated just off the N3 at the Lions River turnoff in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Meander, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational lifestyle and agricultural property with strong water resources and existing income streams. With easy access to Howick, Hilton, Nottingham Road, Pietermaritzburg, Durban and Johannesburg, the farm combines rural living with exceptional connectivity.
The property offers a balanced mix of productive farmland, natural veld and river frontage, making it suitable for grazing, cropping, multi-generational living or mixed-use farming and tourism. The scenic Lions River forms a natural boundary of the property, enhancing both its agricultural value and lifestyle appeal.
Property Features:
Total land size: 111 hectares
64 hectares of established Kikuyu pastures
25 hectares of arable land suitable for cropping
12 hectares of natural veld
Approximately 2 kilometres of Lions River frontage
Two dams for irrigation and water storage
50 hectares of registered water rights
Borehole (approx. 1,500 litres per hour)
Eskom connection available
Homes & Infrastructure:
Two large 4-bedroom homes, one with a swimming pool
One 2-bedroom cottage
Multiple sheds, workshops, barns and storage buildings
Former dairy building
All homes secured with alarm systems and electric fencing
Energy & Sustainability:
Two solar systems:
28 panels with 16kVA inverter
14 panels with 8kVA inverter
Gas geysers
Off-grid operation with Eskom available if required
Income Potential:
An established Airbnb operation with accommodation for up to 18 guests currently generates between R40,000 and R70,000 per month, providing immediate income alongside farming or lifestyle use.
Standout Features:
Rare combination of river frontage, dams and registered water rights
Fully off-grid energy systems
Multiple dwellings for extended family or income generation
Strong agricultural foundation with arable land and grazing
Location & Lifestyle:
Positioned in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, the farm enjoys proximity to leading schools such as Hilton College, Michaelhouse and St Anne’s, as well as popular Midlands attractions, restaurants, markets and outdoor activities including fishing, trail running and mountain biking. The N3 offers convenient access to Durban and Johannesburg.
Ideal For:
This property is ideally suited to buyers seeking a working farm, sustainable lifestyle property, multi-generational family estate or a country retreat with income-generating potential in one of South Africa’s most sought-after rural regions.
Contact Richard Fincham at R&R Real Estate to arrange a private viewing of this Midlands farm.
Listed for sale at R17,000,000
The Lions River area offers a highly productive agricultural landscape characterized by high-rainfall mist-belt conditions, fertile soils, and excellent proximity to major transport routes, making it ideal for intensive dairy, timber, and high-value horticultural farming.
