Farm For Sale in Leeu Gamka

Sole Mandate.

Versatile Karoo Stock and Game Farm with Modern Self-Sufficient Living in Leeu Gamka - 3266ha

Situated just 16km off the N1 via a well-maintained access road, this property offers a practical, fully-functional farming setup combined with the peace of the deep Karoo. It is ideally suited for an established livestock farmer or as a private weekend retreat for buyers from Cape Town and the Winelands seeking a secure, off-grid escape.

Property Overview & Infrastructure

The farm features a highly functional layout designed for easy management, boasting excellent water infrastructure and secure fencing.

• Veld & Carrying Capacity: Excellent mixed Karoo veldt with a healthy balance of grass, bossie, and thorn trees. Carrying capacity ranges from 1:7 ha for Small Stock Units (SSU) and 1:36 ha for Large Stock Units (LSU).
• Camps & Fencing: Divided into 7 inner camps, all equipped with reliable drinking water. The outer perimeter features a mix of 1.2m to 1.8m jackal proof fences up to 2.4m jackal-proof game fence , all in good repair. Internal roads are in good condition, allowing easy access across the property.
• Water Infrastructure: Water security is a standout feature, utilizing a perennial spring, a cement reservoir, and various 5000-litre storage tanks. There are 8 boreholes in total (7 currently in use), serviced by 5 windmills and 2 solar pumps.

The Game Camp (1,200 Ha)

A dedicated 1,200-hectare game camp enclosed by a 2.4-meter fence with sturdy steel poles. The outer perimeter features a 2.4m jackal-proof game fence (with only approximately 4km left to complete). It is watered by two dedicated boreholes and a natural perennial spring. Existing game includes established populations of Kudu, Springbuck, Steenbok, and Duiker.

Accommodation & Living

The main residence is a thoughtfully constructed, owner-built stone-clad home that blends modern comfort with classic Karoo practicality.

• 3 spacious bedrooms, including a main bedroom with built-in cupboards and en-suite bathroom.
• 2 full bathrooms (one en-suite).
• A wooden staircase leads to a large, open 4-bed mezzanine level, serving perfectly as a 4th bedroom or guest loft.
• An open-plan kitchen, lounge, and dining area featuring a built-in fireplace/braai for winter evenings.
• Kitchen utilities include a classic wood-burning Dover stove, a gas stove. Hot water is supplied via solar panels, gas geyser and a backup wood-fired "donkey" system.
• An outside
• An 18m tandem garage provides ample undercover parking and workshop space.

A standout feature of the main house is the staircase leading to the lower and upper concrete roofs. Complete with an elevated braai area, this viewpoint offers uninterrupted 360-degree views of the Nuweveld and Swartberg mountain ranges.

The property includes a second, old farmhouse but not in good condition.

Power, Self-Sufficiency & Connectivity

The farm is fully equipped for complete off-grid independence, ensuring modern comfort and absolute self-sufficiency regardless of external utilities.

Power Infrastructure

• Primary Solar System: Eight solar panels paired with a 5 kVA inverter and 12 Mecer 200Ah (LiFePO4) batteries provide the main power supply for all household appliances.
• Water Heating: An additional three solar panels are dedicated exclusively to the solar geyser, complemented by a newly installed backup gas geyser for overcast days.
• Backup Power: A reliable 3 kVA Lister generator provides secondary backup power, seamlessly connected via an underground cable from the old house.

Water Supply & Management

• Borehole & Storage: The primary house is serviced by a solar-pumped borehole that feeds a 5,000-liter water tank.
• Pressure System: Consistent water pressure is maintained via a DAB variable-speed pressure pump, supported by an additional storage tank located at the old house.

Connectivity

• Unlike many remote areas, the property benefits from good cell phone reception.

Summary

• Transaction: Possibility to structure as a Zero-Rated VAT transaction if purchased by a VAT-registered entity.

Price R5,875m plus VAT

Contact us today to arrange a viewing of this neat, self-sufficient Karoo property.