Farm for sale
Embrace water-rich valley living between the Waterval and Langeberg ranges, 25 km from Riversdale—productive orchards, export-grade fynbos and a perennial mountain-fed river with six dams.
For Sale: Prime Fruit & Dairy Farm – Riversdale Region
Size: 911 Hectares | Price: R49,480,000 (Excl. VAT)
Nestled in an unspoiled, water-rich valley between the Waterval and Langeberg mountain ranges, this exceptional 911-hectare farm lies just 25 km from Riversdale and 45 km from Van Wyksdorp. Family-owned for generations, this rare legacy property offers a harmonious blend of productive agriculture, natural beauty, and tourism potential.
WATER & IRRIGATION
Registered Water Use:
650,000 m3/year for irrigation
125,000 m3/year for storage across six earth dams
Water Source:
Perennial mountain-fed river (Kruis River origin on the property)
Rainfall: ±900 mm annually, well distributed between March–July and October–December
LAND USE & AGRICULTURE
Total Area: 911 ha
Irrigated Land (±53 ha):
±9.6 ha Bon Chretien pear orchards (micro & flood irrigation)
±43.5 ha planted pastures (sprinkler & flood irrigation)
Cultivated Dryland: ±37 ha
Natural Mountain Fynbos: ±813 ha
Includes harvestable fynbos suitable for export markets (e.g., King Protea, Honeybush)
Fallow/Non-arable Land: ±6.8 ha (roads, infrastructure, dams)
The diversity of soil types—ranging from sandy-loam to decomposed shale—supports current operations and offers strong potential for expansion into apples, kiwis, macadamia nuts, and other fruit crops.
INFRASTRUCTURE & IMPROVEMENTS
Residences: 3 Main houses
Staff Housing: 10 Labourers' cottages
Outbuildings:
Cold storage room
Milking parlour (Jersey herd, not included in sale)
3 General stores
Large shed
School building
3 Greenhouses
Recreational Features: Swimming pool, stone dam, expansive mountain views
TOURISM & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
Owing to its privacy, peaceful surroundings, and dramatic landscape, this property is ideally suited for guest farm or eco-tourism development. Opportunities include:
Guest lodges or holiday cabins
Hiking, trail running, and mountain biking routes
4x4 tracks and dam-side leisure activities
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Implements & Livestock: Available by separate negotiation
Inventory: Full list available for serious inquiries
Transaction Type: Sold as a going concern
VAT: Excluded from the listed price; payable if applicable
Contact us today to arrange a private viewing of this exceptional agricultural and lifestyle investment.
Listed for sale at R49,480,000
Riversdale is a highly productive agricultural hub in the Western Cape, renowned for its diverse mix of grain, livestock, and dairy farming supported by a temperate climate, reliable rainfall, and established infrastructure.
