15,509Ha Farm For Sale in Upington Rural

Kalahari Farm for Sale Near Upington

Location: Situated approximately 65km from Upington on the N10 towards Nakop Border post (Namibia), and then 10km on the Keimoes gravel road.
Property Overview: This expansive property spans 15,509 hectares, divided into five title deeds, and is being sold as a single unit complete with a homestead. It has a Livestock Unit (LSU) of 1:36, ideal for a variety of farming activities.

Unit A (4,629ha)
• Subdivision: Comprising three title deeds, this unit is divided into 19 manageable camps, all equipped with water.
• Water Supply: Five boreholes at the farmstead and three in the veldt, with windmills, solar pumps, and one electrical pump distributing water across the farm. Some boreholes are currently not in use.
• Vegetation and Soil: The farm features mixed grasses and shrubs, with a relatively flat contour and a 50/50 mix of harder and softer soils.
• Fencing: Fences are in good condition, with three of the four borders jackal-proofed.
• Homestead: A large 4-bedroom house powered by solar energy. There are two big sheds for storing vehicles, farming equipment, and feed. The property boasts impressive sheep/cattle handling facilities with ample feedlot camps suitable for about 1,000 sheep. Ideal for both stud farming and feedlot operations.
• Hydroponics Facility: A sophisticated system capable of producing up to 1.4 tons of feed per day. Currently not in use.
• Solar System: Comprising 36 Volt 1,000A batteries, 32 x 240W solar panels, a 5 KVA inverter, and a charger.

Unit B (6,937ha)
• Subdivision: This unit consists of two title deeds and is divided into 25 manageable camps, all with water access.
• Water Supply: Six boreholes (windmills and solar pumps), five dams, and six plastic water tanks (5,000L and 10,000L), with class 6 piping distributing water over approximately 5km.
• Fencing: Excellent condition with jackal-proof fencing, divided into three jackal-proofed blocks for effective predator control.
• Vegetation and Soil: A 60/40 mix of more complex and softer veldt, with varied soil types from harder soils to sandy areas with beautiful grass pastures. The landscape includes sporadic rocky formations creating spectacular scenery.
• Game Camp: A 300ha game camp ideal for establishing game of the new owner's choice.
• Buildings: An old building that can be renovated into a shed or small weekend house.

Unit C (3,939ha)
• Subdivision: This unit is jackal-proofed along its borders and subdivided into two large jackal-proofed blocks, further divided into 14 smaller camps with two sheep handling facilities.
• Water Supply: Five boreholes (three windmills, one solar pump, one unused), two dams, and eight plastic tanks (5,000L and 10,000L), with class 6 piping distributing water over about 4km.
• Vegetation and Soil: A 70/30 mix of more complex and softer veldt, suitable for both goat and cattle farming. The front 70% has harder soil, ideal for small livestock, while the southern part has softer soil with rocky hills and sandy pastures.
• Scenery: The area offers breathtaking views with a mix of sandy roads and rocky hills, and occasional sightings of roaming Kudu.
• Buildings: A farmhouse in satisfactory condition, two sheds, and sheep handling facilities. No Eskom power: solar power is a viable option (not installed).

Additional Information:
This property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a large, economically viable unit in the Kalahari, ideal for sheep, goats, cattle, and game farming. It has potential for developing walking, biking, horse, and 4x4 trails, thanks to its picturesque landscape. Access to the farm is convenient, with the N10 road from Upington to Namibia not cutting through the property. The farm can be bought as a going concern.