R 20 500 000 | Farm for Sale in Bethlehem Rural

This 815-ha crop farm boasts 519 ha of good arable land, 280 ha of grazing, abundant water, a farmhouse, and ample storage facilities.
The farm consists of 5 title deeds that will be sold as a unit.

LOCATION

The farm is situated between Bethlehem and Paul Roux in the Eastern Free State, in a safe area far from any main roads.

TOPOGRAPHY: Mainly flat with rolling hills and a stunning view of the Maluti Mountains.

ARABLE LAND
• 519 ha High-quality sandy loam soil.
• Chemical corrections have been applied, and contouring is mainly in place.
• Crop rotation currently includes maize, soybeans, and sunflowers.
• The long-term average maize yield is 6 - 6.5 tons per hectare.

GRAZING
• 280 ha Natural grazing.
• Fences are mostly new and in excellent condition.
• Carrying capacity: 4 hectares per large stock unit.

WATER
• 2 Large and 2 smaller earth dams.
• 5 Boreholes (3 equipped with solar pumps, a generator, and a wind pump).
• Average rainfall: 700 mm per year.

INFRASTRUCTURE
• Large enclosed zinc storage shed ± 450 m²
• Open implement storage shed ± 375 m²
• Enclosed storage shed with built-in silo
• Chemical storage room
• Seed storage room
• Covered workshop with a storeroom and office on the upper floor.
• Livestock handling facilities

FARMHOUSE
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Large open-plan kitchen, lounge, and dining room
• Pantry
• Spacious living room
• Large veranda / entertainment area with thatched roof
• 4 Carports
(Contact agent for photos)

APARTMENTS
• Two-bedroom apartment with kitchen, living room, and bathroom
• Two one-bedroom apartments, each with a shower and toilet

SECURITY
• Security cameras and an electrified fence around the infrastructure.

ELECTRICITY
• The farm has an Eskom connection but is currently off-grid with a solar system.
• The 3 phase solar system is not included in the sale price.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• The seller is VAT-registered, and VAT will be applicable where necessary.
• Movable assets (livestock and implements) can be
included in the sale at market- related prices.