2,076.10Ha Farm For Sale in Leeu Gamka

This splendid, privately-owned game reserve spans 2100 hectares of the Koup Karoo landscape. Situated as the first farm beneath the Gamka Dam, it boasts high potential for lucerne irrigation and is an ideal setting for game and hunting, set against the stunning backdrop of the Great Karoo.
The most striking feature upon arrival is the breathtaking scenery. As you drive from the homestead to the nearest Koppie, the expanse of the Gamka Dam unfolds before you. The riverine trees and panoramic views from the elevated hills create a unique ambiance. In addition to the picturesque environment, a variety of activities such as hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, sightseeing, and star gazing are available for you, your family, and friends to enjoy—a rarity on many Karoo farms.

Located 81 km from Beaufort West, 82 km from Prince Albert, and just 405 km from Cape Town International Airport, this farm boasts stunning views and the tranquility of the Karoo. Access is convenient from the N1 via an 11 km gravel road that takes you directly to the homestead. As you drive through the farm, the possibility of spotting wildlife such as Gemsbok, Springbok, and Wildebeest is always on the cards.

The farm's fauna and flora are characteristic of its topography and natural vegetation, making it ideal for game and/or livestock farming. Presently, it serves as a fully fenced, operational game farm. A variety of game species, including Kudu, Blesbok, Springbok, Blue Wildebeest, Black Wildebeest, Gemsbok, and Impala, are flourishing here. Kudus and native small antelope such as Steenbok and Duiker freely roam the farm. The farm's hunting operations offer significant income potential. Additionally, the on-site meat processing facility (butchery) provides the unique benefit of allowing hunters to have their biltong and droëwors processed and packaged directly on the premises.

Another segment of the farm that generates income is the cultivation of high-quality lucerne. At present, 14 hectares are cultivated with lucerne, with an additional 12 hectares (indicated in blue on the map) prepared for planting but not yet sown. The farm is affiliated with the Leeu-Gamka Irrigation Board (17Ha), receiving water from the Gamka Dam in scheduled turns. Additionally, there are seven boreholes situated near the arable land and the homestead, which are utilized for irrigation. Their capacities range from 70 cubic meters per hour to 6 cubic meters per hour. A detailed summary follows. The irrigation methods employed are sprinklers and drag lines.

The most significant upgrade to the farm is the newly installed solar system. With a capacity of 40 kW, it regulates the farm's electricity supply, alternating between solar power and Eskom. The butchery's cold rooms, the main house, and the water pumps are all powered by this solar system. This provides a substantial benefit, allowing farming operations to persist during load shedding.

The homestead is immaculately maintained and cozy, equipped with six air conditioners for the warm summer days and a Kaggel fireplace for the chilly winter evenings. It features open spaces that lead to an inviting stoep and a large outdoor braai area, perfect for entertaining guests, friends, or family. A generous 1-bedroom en-suite flat is annexed to the main house, complete with its own kitchen, scullery, lounge/TV room, and stoep. Full description follows below.

The exterior buildings are well-maintained and designed to support farming operations. The facilities include a 600 sqm enclosed steel shed, a 1600 sqm open shed, a 450 sqm meat processing unit (butchery), and a 50 sqm inverter room.

The grazing land is the sweet Karoo veldt and is characterized by shrubs, bushes, thickets, a variety of grasses, trees, and succulents that thrive following substantial rainfall. Despite the preceding drought, the veldt's ground cover remains in good condition. The average annual rainfall for this area is less than 200mm. The topography features elevated hills, expansive plateaus, hidden valleys, inclines, and the quintessential plains of the Karoo.

More information regarding the farm:

BOREHOLES (see map):
• Nr. 1: 70cub/hr. Red
• Nr. 2: 70cub/hr. Red
• Nr. 3: 70cub/hr. Red
• Nr. 4: 70cub/hr. Red
• Nr. 5: 24cub/hr. Yellow
• Nr. 6: 12cub/hr. Blue
• Nr. 7: 6cub/hr. Black

ELECTRICAL WATER PUMPS:
• Nr. 1: 25kW
• Nr. 2: 15kW
• Nr. 3: 12kW
• Nr. 4: 11kW
• Nr. 5: 2.5kW
• Nr. 6: 1.5kW

BUILDINGS:
• Main house: 500sqm, 2 en-suite bedrooms, guest bathroom, lounge, kitchen, living room, open and closed stoep, entertainment and braai area, outside lapa1 geyser, 4 air conditioners
• Flat: 220sqm, 1 en-suite bedroom, living room, kitchen, scullery, open stoep, 2 air conditioners, 1 geyser
• Closed shed: 600sqm
• Open shed: 1600sqm
• Butchery: 450sqm
• Invertor room: 50sqm
• Staff houses x 4: 35sqm, water and electricity

The approximately 2100 hectares are completely enclosed with game fencing. The majority of the farm's land, including the hills, is accessible through a well-maintained network of tracks. The lucerne production is strategically planned, and the irrigation systems are operational and efficient. The buildings are tidy and practical, with the solar system providing a significant advantage.

For those valuing security, tranquility, quality of life, and an exceptional location, coupled with the advantage of a profitable business, this is the ideal choice!

All game is included. A stock count will be necessary to determine quantities following the recent hunting season. Please note that farm equipment, vehicles, tractors, etc., are not included in the sale.

For sale at R12,500,000.00 excluding VAT. The seller is VAT vendor, therefore the transaction can be structured as the sale of a going concern.