One of the Last Large-Scale, Income-Ready Land Assets Near Westown Shongweni
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a large-scale property and movable asset portfolio of close to 200 hectares in the highly sought-after Shongweni Valley, Outer West Durban. Strategically positioned minutes from Westown Square (now open and fully operational) and adjacent to the broader Westown residential and commercial phases currently under development, this asset offers scale, location and substantial latent income potential — underpinned by conservation-led land use and approved licensing.
Licensed Value-Add Resource Utilisation (Mining Exploration Licence Secured) - The property benefits from a secured Mining Exploration Licence, enabling the regulated and responsible utilisation of naturally occurring construction and industrial materials present on site. These activities are positioned as value-add resource utilisation, designed to coexist with conservation objectives and lifestyle uses.
Resource & Production Opportunities (Capacity-Based):
- Brick & Block Manufacturing (Ready to Commission)
- Purpose-built brick and block making facility on site
- Production capacity of up to 24,000 concrete bricks per day on a 9-hour cycle
- Key raw materials (river sand and water) naturally available on the property
- Brick yard is constructed and equipped but not currently operational
- Potential supply demand from the Westown development ±3.5km away
Projected income (at scale): ±R3 million per month - (Forecast based on plant capacity and prevailing market demand, not historical production)
White Plaster Sand:
- Extensive naturally occurring deposits
- Estimated reserves in excess of one million cubic metres
- Currently utilised on a limited basis
- Can be owner-operated or structured as a royalty-based arrangement, allowing third-party extraction with minimal operational involvement
River Sand:
- Approximately 4km of river frontage
- Naturally replenishing through seasonal rainfall
- Re-mining cycle estimated every 6–9 months
Decomposed Granite (G5–G7):
- Suitable stabilising material available on site
- Lower volumes than plaster or river sand, but commercially viable
- Silica Sand (Value-Add Opportunity)
- Derivable from plaster sand with the addition of a drying process
- Suitable for tile adhesive and glass manufacture (subject to testing)
- Very limited supplier base in the North Coast region, enhancing future demand potential
Future Crushing Plant Opportunity:
- Abundant rock formations on the property
- Allows for expansion into aggregate production (additional machinery required)
If fully implemented and professionally managed, total income potential across these activities is conservatively estimated at ±R7.64 million per month.
These figures represent achievable operational capacity, not current turnover.
Existing Lifestyle & Adventure Tourism Component (Underutilised):
- The property includes an established 4×4 Adventure Park with diverse trails catering for 4×4, 4×2 and modified vehicles.
- Infrastructure in Place (Requires Refurbishment & Active Management):
- Picnic and campsite areas with built-in braais
- Ablution facilities
- Restaurant and enclosed lapa
- Entertainment and function areas
- Swimming pool
Current income: approximately R75,000 per month. Infrastructure is not presently being fully utilised due to owner focus on material supply activities. With refurbishment, branding and targeted marketing, this component offers significant upside
Development Potential – Conservation-Led - A substantial portion of the property falls within DMOSS (Durban Metropolitan Open Space System).
Accordingly:
- All development must follow conservation-led principles
- Any proposed development is subject to formal application and environmental approval processes
- Ideal for low-impact, eco-tourism and nature-based development
Potential future uses (subject to approvals):
- Eco or stilted cabins along the river or forested areas
- Adventure and nature tourism
- Events, conferencing and destination functions
Buildings & Improvements:
- Three-bedroom residence
- Spacious warehouse
- Staff accommodation
- Brick and block manufacturing facility
- Enclosed lapa, restaurant and ablutions
- Garages
- 4x4 trails
Additional Investment Highlights - Estimated value of building and plaster sand reserves:
- ±300,000 cubic metres @ ±R200 per cube = ±R60 million
- River sand and decomposed granite available, with potential supply contracts under discussion
- Movable plant, equipment and machinery included to an estimated value of ±R6.8 million - Inventory list of movables available on request
A Strategic Asset Offering Transparent Upside - This opportunity is best suited to investors, developers or owner-operators who recognise the value of acquiring a well-located, licensed, infrastructure-ready asset and activating its full potential through professional management.
Important Transaction Clarification:
- This sale is a PROPERTY AND MOVABLE ASSET SALE ONLY.
- The property is not being sold as a going concern
- There are no historical financial statements available
All income figures referenced are forward-looking, capacity-based projections. The current owner has focused primarily on building sand supply, resulting in other income streams being underutilised or not yet commissioned, despite the infrastructure and approvals being in place.
This presents a clear opportunity for an incoming investor or operator to activate and scale multiple income streams through focused management and execution.
Viewings by appointment only. Pre-screening and proof of financial capability required