OLIVE FARM WITH TOURISM POTENTIAL, LADISMITH
The farm is located in the Okkerskraal area of Ladismith, Western Cape, and is perfect for mixed farming, with olive farming currently being the primary activity. The Ladismith farming region has long been known for producing high-quality lucerne, and more recently, seed farming (carrots and onions) has been successfully introduced to the area.
In 2013, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil produced on the farm was recognised as one of the top EVOOs in the world by the NYIOOC, a distinction achieved by only four farms in South Africa that year.
This farm has significant untapped potential for the right buyer. Its proximity to the R323, which connects Ladismith and Riversdale, allows for easy access to markets for product delivery with minimal effort. Additionally, the farm holds tourism potential that has yet to be explored.
The property consists of four portions. The farm can be divided into two working farms, with each farm consisting of 2 portions. The farm is divided by the R323 into the Western and Eastern portions.
Western Portion :-
- Measures approximately 97 hectares (2 portions)
- Organically farmed (registered)
- Main house with a flatlet and two labor cottages
- Water supply from Buffelsrivier Irrigation Board (Floriskraal dam) – typically 4 turns per year
- 2 ground dams with irrigation for all trees (sprayers)
,- 1.4 km river frontage (Groot River)
- Approximately 2,400 olive trees (for oil and table use)
- 7 hectares of swaled ground behind the main house, optimizing rainwater utilization for the expansion of the olive grove
- Eskom power (3-phase)
Eastern Portion :-
- Measures approximately 11 hectares (2 portions)
- Organically farmed (registered)
- Main house (currently undergoing renovations) and a labor cottage, plus an olive press room
- Water supply from Buffelsrivier Irrigation Board – typically 4 turns per year
- 1 ground dam with irrigation for trees (sprayers)
- 0.7 km river frontage
- Approximately 2,300 olive trees (for oil and table use)
- Eskom power (3-phase)
During a water turn, water is channelled via water furrows, to fill the ground dams. Water is then pumped to irrigate the olive trees with sprayers.
The strategic placement of the dams allows the natural landscape to act as catchments to maximize the amount of water collected and contributes to water management.
Please Note:-
- No VAT payable (not a going concern; transfer duty applicable)
- Farm implements can be negotiated (sold separately)
- Oil press equipment is available (sold separately): Oliomio olive press
- Boreholes are currently not in use, as water from dams is sufficient but can be equipped if needed
- Excellent location for exploring tourism opportunities
- ± 30 km from Ladismith
- ± 50 km from Riversdale
- ± 190 km from George Airport - The farm is owned by a trust (no transfer of shares or directorship)
If not now, when will be the ideal opportunity to make the move and start that new chapter?
Don’t hesitate—call the agent now to arrange your viewing!
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