R13,685,000 | 71Ha Farm For Sale in Boegoeberg

Discover this well-established irrigation farm located between Groblershoop and Upington along the N10, approximately 85 km southeast of Groblershoop and 60 km northwest of Upington. Nestled in the Green Kalahari region, this area is renowned for its exceptional production of high-quality raisins and wine grapes and is also suitable for cultivating cash crops, lucerne, and pecan nuts.

This property encompasses a total of 12 erven, consisting of 6 agricultural and 6 residential plots. Out of the residential plots, five are vacant, while one features a solidly built house, a storage shed, and drying facilities. The agricultural parcels span 36.1842 hectares, with a water allocation of 34.5 hectares. Water is sourced from the Boegoeberg Irrigation System, offering a supply of 15,000 cubic meters per hectare per year. Presently, all land is utilized for vineyards, with a small section dedicated to young pecan nuts growing among the vines.

Property Breakdown:

A. Grapes
The vineyard includes various grape cultivars, detailed as follows:

Grape Variety Year Planted Hectares
Chenin Blanc 2007 1.83 ha
Colombar 1996 1.01 ha (Will be taken out)
Chenin Blanc 2005 1.43 ha
Merbein 1996 1.23 ha (Will be taken out)
Merbein 1998 0.93 ha
Chenin Blanc 2019 0.30 ha
Colombar 1996 2.00 ha
Sultana 1995 1.70 ha
Merbein 1998 1.20 ha (Will be taken out)
Merbein 1998 0.80 ha
Flame 2021 0.31 ha
Flame 2021 1.60 ha
Colombar 1996 1.01 ha
Colombar 1998 2.24 ha
Colombar 1998 1.22 ha
Colombar 1997 2.52 ha
Villard Blanc 2015 3.25 ha
Colombar 1997 1.21 ha
Colombar 1998 5.61 ha
Colombar 1998 2.04 ha

Total: 33.44 ha
NOTE: Some of the older grapes will be removed.

B. Pecan Nut Trees
A small area of pecan nut trees, including cultivars such as Wichita, Navaho, and Choctaw, has been planted among the grapevines. There are 38 trees, approximately 5 years old, not yet in full production, allowing for additional income during their growth phase.

Irrigation is carried out using a flooding method sourced from the Boegoeberg canal system, which results in cost-effective operations without the need for electrical power. Four water locks facilitate water provision at a minimal cost of R2,600 per hectare per year.

House
The property features a well-maintained house ideal for residency, complete with a thatched lapa for outdoor entertaining. The home is equipped with single-phase pre-paid ESKOM electricity, a garden, a storage shed (also with single-phase power) equipped with cement flooring, and facilities for drying raisins. Nearby, a borehole with an electrical outlet is available, although currently not in use, and a dam with plastic water tanks serves for water storage. The property is secured with an electrified fence surrounding the house, providing ample protection, although it is currently not operational. Enjoy panoramic views of lush agricultural fields from the house and garden.

The house has a solar power system that features an 8KW Deye inverter, 16 x 550W solar panels, and a 5.7KW lithium battery. Valued at R225 000.

The seller is VAT registered but the property is not being sold as a going concern. However, negotiations for the inclusion of implements are possible at an additional price. Please note that VAT will be added to the selling price.

This property is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to relocate to the Northern Cape and invest in a sustainable, income-generating farm.

The asking price VAT excluded R13 685 000
The asking price VAT included R15 635 000