27.48ha Water-Rich Farm with Established Avocado Orchard and Potential for Growth – Great Kei, Eastern Cape (35 kms from N2/Gonubie Interchange)
After 32 years of dedicated ownership, the owners of this unique Eastern Cape farm are preparing to emigrate, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a productive smallholding with exceptional water security, established avocado cultivation, and significant future agricultural potential.
Situated on the Tainton Road, the farm extends over 27.48 hectares of sloping land, offering a combination of natural beauty, reliable water resources, and proven farming success.
The farm's standout feature is its abundant and dependable water supply. A spring-fed dam has reportedly never run dry during the owners' 32 years of residence, even through severe drought periods. Water is pumped from the lower dam to a substantial 30,000-litre reservoir, supplying the home, irrigation systems, and farming activities. A second dam further enhances the property's water security, while a river traverses the lower section of the farm, adding both beauty and practical value. The family has enjoyed spending time swimming in the dam during the summer months.
The property has demonstrated excellent potential for avocado cultivation. More than 150 avocado trees, predominantly the sought-after Fuerte variety, have been established by the current owner over many years. Thirteen mature trees are currently producing fruit, while numerous younger trees continue to develop. The farm's well-drained red loam soils, combined with its sloping topography and reliable water supply, have proven highly suitable for avocado production.
In addition to avocados, the farm supports a variety of fruit-bearing trees including mangoes, bananas, lemons, and mulberries. The fertile soils have successfully produced vegetables and beans, while the property has previously supported goats, poultry, rabbits, and beekeeping activities.
The farmhouse offers comfortable and practical country living. Built from traditional mud bricks more than 30 years ago and plastered throughout, it consists of:
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Spacious open-plan lounge and dining area
Kitchen
Eskom electricity connection
The home reflects the character of a genuine working farm and provides a solid foundation for future renovation or expansion should a new owner wish to modernise it.
Additional improvements include various farm structures, storage areas, livestock facilities, and utility buildings supporting the property's agricultural activities.
Access is via a well-maintained gravel road, providing privacy and tranquillity while remaining conveniently accessible.
The lifestyle appeal of this property is exceptional. Mature trees, abundant birdlife, peaceful dams, rolling countryside, and the river create an atmosphere of complete tranquillity. The natural setting offers potential for eco-tourism, weekend retreats, camping facilities, small-scale hospitality ventures, or continued agricultural development.
Property Highlights
27.48 hectares (274,827m²)
Situated on the well maintained Tainton Road
Full title property
Located in the Great Kei area near Komga
Over 150 avocado trees established
Predominantly Fuerte avocado variety
13 mature producing avocado trees
Proven avocado-growing conditions
Rich red loam soils
Two dams
Permanent spring-fed dam
River frontage
30,000-litre reservoir
Reliable water security
Mango, banana, lemon and mulberry trees have grown and produced good fruit.
Suitable for livestock, poultry and beekeeping
Eskom electricity
Peaceful rural setting with abundant birdlife
Potential for agricultural expansion and eco-tourism opportunities
Whether you are seeking a productive lifestyle farm, an agricultural investment, or a peaceful country retreat with exceptional water resources, this property presents a unique opportunity to build upon more than three decades of careful development and stewardship.
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