Property Details
Naftali Estate was established in 1979 by the Bezuidenhout family, one of South Africa’s best-known seedless grape growers. Located on the banks of the mighty Orange River near Kanoneiland, west of Upington in South Africa’s Northern Cape, it is conveniently situated: 25 km to Upington International Airport, 80 km to Augrabies Falls National Park, 250 km to The Kgalagadi, and 230 km to the Namibian border. This lifestyle estate consists of The Main Residence, The Venue, The Guest Cottages, The Doorspring Friesian Horse Stud, The Raisin Farm, and The Riverfront Farm.
The Main Residence:
The main residence is a stunning home nestled amidst a rock formation, overlooking lush green vineyards with a unique U-shaped design. Upon entering, guests encounter a series of stairs leading from the front entrance to an art room/office, then to a spacious lounge and dining area with a cosy fireplace. The layout flows into an open-plan TV room and kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry. The U-shape descends to three bedrooms, a guest bathroom, and an en-suite main bedroom. The residence includes three garages with direct access, one equipped with a rotating plate for a motorcycle. Surrounding the house are lush gardens, with a backyard showcasing a swimming pool and a braai room that overlooks the verdant vineyards. Adjacent to the main residence is a separate en-suite apartment and an extra garage for convenience. The basement houses a wine cellar and a poker room, offering space for relaxation and entertainment. Additionally, the estate features a tennis court with floodlights and extra storage facilities, ensuring ample space for vehicles and equipment. The entire house is air-conditioned and equipped with video surveillance.
The Venue:
This venue offers an open and tranquil space with panoramic glass panels framing breathtaking vineyard views, creating the illusion of celebrating amidst nature. It features a bar with a liquor license, a walk-in cooling room, bar fridges, a fully equipped kitchen, and braai facilities adjacent to the venue. An open-air amphitheatre next to the venue makes it the perfect setting for any function you can envision.
Doorspring Friesian Stud:
The pride of Naftali Estate is the award-winning Doorspring Horse Stud, featuring 12 horse stables, a wash bay, an arena, and three padded paddocks enclosed by electric fencing. The second storey offers office space and bathroom amenities for staff. Behind the stables, a 3-hectare lucerne area supplies fresh feed for the horses. The sale includes 4 award-winning Friesian horses and an array of locally and internationally sourced carriages as well as 2 horse boxes (one accommodates 2 and the other 4 horses), enhancing the charm of this operational space. A fully functional workshop, including staff bathrooms and an extra office, adds to the utility of this impressive facility, which is also secured by video surveillance.
Guest Cottages / Accommodation:
There are two guest cottages. The Super Luxury Unit and a Luxury Unit. The Super Luxury Unit features a welcoming living area with a cozy fireplace, bookshelves, and an entertainment area, leading to a fully equipped kitchen. The main bedroom has an open-plan bathroom and a double bed with built-in closets. The Luxury Unit is separate, with an open-plan design, a double bed, a full kitchen, a reading nook, and an ensuite bathroom. A shared braai area overlooks the beautiful garden and vineyards. Both units are air-conditioned, and there is a cooling room and a rose house/workshop that can be converted into a third guest cottage.
The Raisin Farm:
The farm's raisin production spans 11 hectares, yielding approximately 40 tons per hectare. All farm equipment and vehicles are included in the sale, consisting of:
- 4 YTO tractors & 2 Ford tractors
- 1 tractor cement mixer
- 1 hammer mill
- 1 row rigger plough
- 2 four-wheel-drive wagons
- 2 tip wagons
- 1 x 600-liter diesel trailer
- 1 x tractor powered lawn mower
- 1,000-liter chemical spray pump
- 1,000-liter weed spray pump
- 1 65 KVA CAT generator on wheels
This comprehensive list of equipment supports a wide range of farm operations, not just raisin production, and a detailed inventory will be provided upon request.
The Riverfront Farm:
The river farm, situated along the banks of the Orange River, features breathtaking views and lush greenery across its 30 hectares of land. Enclosed by security fencing, this untouched paradise offers a serene escape with expansive landscapes and vibrant flora. The property includes braai facilities and numerous development opportunities, allowing you to shape this natural haven to your vision. Additionally, it includes 3 hectares of water rights, enhancing its appeal for architectural or recreational pursuits.
Naftali Estate – Established 1979
Founded by the Bezuidenhout family, renowned grape growers
Prime location on the Orange River near Kanoneiland, Northern Cape
Distances: 25 km Upington Airport | 80 km Augrabies Falls | 230 km Namibian border | 250 km Kgalagadi
Estate Components
Main Residence
Event Venue
Guest Cottages
Doorspring Friesian Horse Stud
Raisin Farm
Riverfront Farm
Main Residence
Unique U-shaped home set against rock formations, overlooking vineyards
Lounge, dining area with fireplace, open-plan TV room & kitchen with pantry
3 bedrooms + en-suite main, guest bathroom
3 garages (1 with motorcycle rotating plate)
Swimming pool, braai room, lush gardens
Separate en-suite apartment + extra garage
Basement wine cellar & poker room
Tennis court with floodlights, extra storage
Fully air-conditioned & video surveillance
The Venue
Panoramic glass panels with vineyard views
Licensed bar, walk-in cooling room, fridges & full kitchen
Braai facilities + open-air amphitheatre
Doorspring Friesian Stud
12 horse stables, wash bay, arena & 3 padded paddocks (electric fencing)
Staff offices & bathrooms
3-hectare lucerne paddock for fresh feed
Sale includes 4 award-winning Friesians, carriages & horse boxes (2-horse & 4-horse)
Workshop with staff facilities & video surveillance
Guest Cottages
Super Luxury Unit: lounge with fireplace, entertainment area, kitchen, main bedroom with open bathroom
Luxury Unit: open-plan layout, full kitchen, reading nook, ensuite
Shared braai area overlooking gardens & vineyards
Both units air-conditioned
Cooling room & rose house/workshop (convertible to 3rd cottage)
Raisin Farm
11 hectares producing ~40 tons/ha
Sale includes full farming equipment, e.g.:
6 tractors (4 YTO, 2 Ford)
Wagons, mixer, hammer mill, ploughs
Diesel trailer, sprayers, mower
65 KVA CAT generator on wheels
Detailed inventory available
Riverfront Farm
30 hectares along Orange River with 3 ha water rights
Security fenced with braai facilities
Untouched natural landscape, ideal for development or recreation