4.8 Hectares | Melville – Port Shepstone | KwaZulu-Natal South Coast
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational macadamia smallholding offering immediate income generation, established infrastructure, and long-term capital growth potential.
Situated in the sought-after coastal belt of Melville, minutes from Port Shepstone and Banana Beach, this 4.8-hectare farm combines agricultural productivity with prime South Coast positioning.
Agricultural Investment Profile
This is not a start-up orchard — it is an established, producing operation.
Tree Profile:
±800 trees planted in 2005 (mature production phase)
±100 Beaumont trees planted in 2016
±300 Beaumont trees planted in 2018
Total: 1,000+ trees
Production Performance:
Average yield: 6–10 tons per season
Average crack-out rate: Above 40%
With mature trees already in production and younger Beaumont trees approaching peak yield, the farm offers both current returns and future scaling potential.
Water Security & Irrigation Infrastructure
Water security significantly reduces agricultural risk:
Continuous flowing natural stream
Dam
Six JoJo tanks with booster pumps
Fully installed sprinkler irrigation system
Dedicated pump house
Reliable irrigation infrastructure ensures operational continuity and protects yield output.
Operational Infrastructure
The property is structured for efficiency and ease of management:
Workshop
Sorting and drying facility
Farm office at entrance
Separate male and female staff quarters
Pump station house
This layout supports structured operations, staff accommodation, and potential expansion.
Equipment Included (± R535,000 Value)
Sale includes essential operational equipment, enabling continuity without additional capital outlay:
12,500L JoJo tanks with pumps
2015 Suzuki King Quad with trailer
KUDU Turfking 750 Mower (15hp)
Spraying trailer (550L) with hose reels and pumps
Irrigation micro system
Chainsaws, brush cutters, air compressor
Platform scale (150kg)
Custom sorting table
Dehumidifier and additional farming tools
This significantly reduces entry costs for an incoming investor.
Residential Component – Lifestyle & Asset Protection
The spacious four-bedroom residence enhances the investment appeal by:
Allowing on-site owner management
Supporting a live-work model
Offering potential executive rental income
Increasing overall asset value
Features include open-plan living, covered entertainment patio, swimming pool, guest toilet, and master suite with walk-in closet.
Investment Advantages
Established producing orchard
Immediate income potential
Water-secure infrastructure
Equipment included
Staff accommodation in place
Prime coastal location
Lifestyle asset with resale appeal
Agricultural + residential diversification
The South Coast agricultural belt continues to attract buyers seeking productive land assets with lifestyle value — positioning this property for both yield and capital appreciation.