1,000ha Midlands Agri-Tourism Estate – Rare Development & Investment Opportunity
Discover one of South Africa’s most comprehensive agri-tourism, eco-living, and hospitality investment properties. This spectacular 1,000-hectare estate in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands offers a unique combination of commercial farming, income-generating tourism assets, and exceptional development potential – ideal for visionary developers or investors. Opportunities span eco-tourism, lifestyle retreats, golf estates, and timeshare resorts.
Located just 25 minutes from Nottingham Road, with access to top private schools and lifestyle amenities, yet immersed in pristine natural beauty, this property perfectly balances peaceful escape with enterprise potential.
Location Highlights:
- Situated on the renowned Midlands Meander tourism route
- Panoramic Drakensberg mountain views
- ±8km of river frontage along the Mooi River, plus trout-stocked dams
- Strong eco- and agri-tourism footfall year-round
- Central to the Pietermaritzburg–Durban corridor, ideal for accessibility and visibility
Current Operations & Income Streams - This is a fully operational mixed-use estate, offering multiple revenue streams:
- Luxury self-catering accommodation for 64 guests
- Wedding chapel, event venue, restaurant, and pub
- Premier trout fly-fishing destination with international exposure
- Commercial Angus beef stud and feedlot
- 150+ milk goats with a state-of-the-art milking parlour and cheesery
- Piggery infrastructure (500 pigs), maize for silage, and irrigated pastures
- Movable assets (~R10 million) and livestock (~R9.8 million) included
Development Potential - Beyond existing operations, the estate provides immense expansion opportunities across multiple sectors:
- Golf Estate & Timeshare Resort
- Ideal rolling terrain for 9- or 18-hole golf course
- Country club and timeshare lodges overlooking fairways and trout dams
- Integrated fractional ownership, conference facilities, and wellness spa for off-season revenue
Eco & Agri-Tourism Development:
- Expand accommodation into an eco-lodge or sectional-title estate
- Create adventure tourism: horse riding, hiking, fishing, ziplining
- Launch farm-to-fork culinary experiences, cheese tasting, and goat-milking demos
- Wellness and retreat programs for yoga, rehabilitation, and stress recovery
Aquaculture & Water Bottling:
- Five stocked dams plus Mooi River access suitable for aquaculture
- Water quality tested – ideal for bottling or wellness branding
Agricultural Expansion:
- 70ha annual water allocation for irrigated pastures
- 50ha suitable for kiwi fruit production
- Revitalise existing stables (150 horses) for equine tourism or breeding
Infrastructure & Facilities:
- 8-bedroom main residence (can serve as lodge)
- 3 x 4-bedroom guest homes, 1 x 2-bedroom cottage, 4 x 1-bedroom cottages
- Manager’s house, staff quarters, barns, and sawmill shed
- Wedding chapel, conference venue, pub, and restaurant
- Goat milking facility & cheesery, piggery, stables, trout dams, and irrigation
- Secure with road access, Wi-Fi, and radio communications
Summary of Inclusions:
- All tourism and farming operations
- Lodges & accommodation fully furnished and equipped
- Cattle, goats, pigs, and horses
- Farm vehicles, implements, and equipment
- Trout dams stocked annually
- Irrigation rights and infrastructure
- Zoning and licensing aligned with long-term sustainability
Your Midlands Legacy Awaits - This is a turnkey, high-yield estate with scalable potential across tourism, agriculture, lifestyle, and hospitality. Whether you’re developing a destination golf resort, expanding eco-accommodation, or scaling food production, this property offers the land, infrastructure, and location to deliver.
Serious buyers only – viewings by appointment for financially qualified investors - Serious Buyer Requirements:
Please note that viewings are strictly by appointment only. Due to previous instances where unqualified or non-serious parties have caused disruptions, the seller now requires that all potential buyers provide proof of financial capability before attending a viewing. This policy ensures that the property is shown only to individuals who are in a genuine position to proceed with the acquisition, and helps protect the time and well-being of the estate staff who assist with viewings.
Acceptable proof includes:
- A bank letter confirming available funds
- Pre-approved finance documentation from a reputable financial institution
- Evidence of sufficient cash reserves for the purchase
This approach allows us to focus on serious, qualified buyers who can act promptly if they wish to move forward, while maintaining a respectful and efficient process for everyone involved.