Farm for sale
Embrace wide-open Karoo living near Van Wyksvlei, about 2.5 hours from Upington, with endless horizons, reliable boreholes and off-grid solar potential — farmhouse with two bedrooms, one bathroom.
SELLER INVITES WRITTEN OFFERS
Due to the unique nature of this opportunity, interested purchasers are invited to submit their best written offer. All offers will be considered by the sellers.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: All offers must be submitted inclusive of the estate agent's commission. Any VAT implications, including the possible application of a zero-rated transaction, shall be dealt with separately during the negotiation process.
Set amidst the vast, unspoiled landscapes of the Great Karoo, this 10,986-hectare livestock farm offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial farming property in one of South Africa's most iconic agricultural regions.
Conveniently located just outside Van Wyksvlei and approximately 21⁄2 hours from Upington, the farm combines accessibility with the peace, privacy, and natural beauty for which the Karoo is renowned.
Quality Karoo Grazing
The property boasts good-quality Karoo veld, characterised by hardy indigenous shrubs and grazing vegetation that have sustained livestock farming in the region for generations. The resilient veld is well-suited to extensive farming operations and offers a grazing capacity of approximately 1 LSU per 35 hectares.
The rolling plains, open horizons, and unique Karoo vegetation create an authentic farming environment where livestock can thrive under natural grazing conditions.
Reliable Water Supply
Water is supplied through boreholes, providing a dependable source for both livestock and domestic use. Several earth dams (gatdamme) situated across the property further support the farming operation by capturing and retaining seasonal rainfall.
Farmstead
The farm is improved with a modest farmhouse that offers a solid foundation for renovation and personalisation. Requiring some TLC, the home consists of:
The residence retains its authentic Karoo character with cement floors and wooden-framed windows, reflecting the simple charm and practicality of traditional farm living.
Additional improvements include:
While portions of the fencing and water infrastructure require maintenance and upgrading, the foundations are in place for a new owner to restore and improve the property according to their own vision and farming requirements.
Off-Grid Opportunity
There is currently no Eskom electricity supply to the property, presenting an ideal opportunity for a new owner to establish a modern solar-powered system. The Karoo's abundant sunshine and clear skies make renewable energy both practical and highly effective, allowing for sustainable off-grid living and farming.
A Farm with Exceptional Potential
Like many historic Karoo farms, this property bears the marks of time and changing farming conditions. Yet beneath its rugged exterior lies the foundation of what was once a productive and well-established farming enterprise.
For the buyer with vision, determination, and a passion for the Karoo, this is an opportunity to restore the farm to its former glory. With its vast extent, quality grazing veld, reliable borehole water, existing infrastructure, and strategic location near Van Wyksvlei, the property offers all the essential ingredients to create a thriving livestock operation once again.
This is not merely a farm for sale - it is an opportunity to breathe new life into a property and restore it to the proud Karoo farming enterprise it once was.
Property Summary
Discover the timeless beauty of the Karoo, where endless horizons, spectacular sunsets, and star-filled skies create a lifestyle unlike any other. This property offers the chance to own a significant piece of the Northern Cape and shape its next chapter for generations to come.
Listed for sale at R7,320,000
The Carnarvon rural area is a vast, semi-arid landscape primarily suited for extensive small-stock farming, particularly Dorper sheep and Boer goats, offering investors significant land scale and resilience in a dry, high-altitude climate.
