A rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale 1,489-hectare forestry and agricultural property situated in one of South Africa’s premier timber-producing regions with high rainfall up to a 1000mm per year and 635ha water permits.
This third-generation farming operation offers exceptional long-term value through established timber plantations, secured water rights, grazing potential, arable land, and strong future income opportunities and potential for growth into general farming ventures.
The sale includes the land, biological timber assets, water permits, and fixed infrastructure.
KEY FEATURES
• 635ha Commercial MIXED timber plantations of Eucalyptus & Pine
• High Sustainable standard with an FSC-certified planting permits for the plantations
• Secure water usage and water permit in place for the 635ha !!
• 9 dams and natural water sources
• Extensive grazing potential for livestock
Well-maintained Road infrastructure and farm improvements
FARM USES - TIMBER – FOR PLANTING – AREBEL LANDE AND GRASING
The property includes high-value Eucalyptus and Pine plantations , 500 cattle and expansion for arable land and grazing..
Eucalyptus Species include:
• Nitens • Macarthurii • Benthamii • Fastigata
• Rotation period: 7–8 years
• Additional charcoal production opportunity from thinning operations
PINE PLANTATIONS
• Approx. 76ha Patula Pine
• Rotation period: 17–20 years
The property’s FSC-certified status creates strong demand from major timber processors and opens opportunities for new supply agreements with leading industry buyers.
AGRICULTURAL & GRAZING POTENTIAL
Self-sustaining grazing system already established
• Opportunity for livestock expansion
• Hay production potential
• Approximately 114ha suitable for maize and crop production
Existing crop production has demonstrated excellent annual yield potential, creating further expansion opportunities for the new owner.
• INFRASTRUCTURE
• Multiple residential units and staff accommodation
• ±1,500m² storage facilities
• Internal road network in good condition
• Cattle handling facilities
• Established to set up your own operational infrastructure
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Strong long-term forestry demand
• Secure water rights add significant asset value
• ESG-aligned investment opportunity
• Located in a globally recognized timber-growing region
• Excellent future scalability for forestry, crops, and livestock
Asking Price: R75,000,000 (Excl. VAT)
This will be a VAT transaction.
Further information, timber age-class data, and additional documentation available on request. Video and more photos can be obtained
Contact Mariette Kennedy for more information or to arrange a private viewing.