R 18 500 000 | farm property for sale in paarl rural

Set within the attractive countryside of the Paardeberg area, this 72 ha farm is located less than a 15 minutes' drive from the town of Paarl. Paarl is a landmark town in the Boland Winelands and boasts a complete range of world class amenities and recreational activities. The property is approached through electric gates and offers a peaceful retreat with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The farm would suit most livestock pursuits and is currently used for the grazing of cattle and the production of grass forage crops on a combination of arable land and pasture farmland. Totally off the grid farm - No Eskom on the farm, No Eskom needed! A positive aspect to the property is that some roofs of buildings are fitted with enough solar panels and connected to batteries to ensure the farm is totally operated off the grid. Also evident is pivot irrigation that covers 8,8 ha at present, but has the potential to irrigate 10 ha. The farm has been allocated ample water rights from the local irrigation scheme to supply water for the pivot. Winter runoff water runs into 2 catchment dams, providing additional drinking water for livestock. The farm also has stock handling facilities. There is furthermore a feedlot with the infrastructure to fatten around 1 500 sheep. The property with its mainly level to gently sloping farmland and offers endless opportunities. A detached functional implement shed is located to the rear of the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom double story main house which incorporates a separate living unit of 50 square meter with its own entrance, bedroom and bathroom (flatlet). Extended to the main house is a huge braai area, ideal for entertaining family and friends. Then there is a second house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with its own braai area, currently being rented out. The farm also has 2 equipped boreholes. One borehole supplies the house with drinking water @ 20 000l / hour and the second has a single phase pump that gives more than 2500l / hour and can run from a 5.5 KVA generator. The new owner will have the opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying the open views of the surrounding landscape. Looking for something that ticks all the boxes, this will be the one for you. The seller is a VAT registered entity. The asking price is only R18 900 000 (excluding VAT). Book your appointment to prevent disappointment, this type of farm does not come in the marketplace very often.