Smallholding for sale in Douglas

This well-established irrigation and pecan nut farm is just outside Douglas on the banks of the Vaal River. It irrigates from the Atherton Canal which forms part of the Orange River system. The property is equipped with established water rights, top-quality soil and extensive infra-structure. This is an extremely economical unit as it brings in about R400 000 per annum long-term rental income, excluding the income from the irrigated crops and pecan nut trees.

This property is ideal for investors looking to maximize both crop yield and lifestyle enjoyment.

MAIN HOUSE

3-bedroom house with 3 en-suite bathrooms.

Open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge with built-in fire-place.

Thatched Lapa with built-in braai.

Large shed measuring approximately 22 m x 30 m (700 m²) connected to the main house.

Electrically fenced.

ADDITIONAL HOUSING

Second residential house 4-bedrooms and 2-bathrooms, leased and generating additional income.

Third residential house 5-bedrooms and 3-bathrooms with swimming pool, leased and generating additional income.

Worker's accommodation for 5-6 people.

WATER RIGHTS AND IRRIGATION

22-hectares of LISTED water rights from the Atherton Canal.

Red clay soil with a depth of approximately 1.5 meters.

Pivots covering 10-hectares of lucerne fields.

1 x 2-tower and 1 x 1-tower Agrico pivots.

1 x 2 tower Kimberley pivot.

12-hectares of well-maintained pecan nut trees: approximately 1 200 trees.

70% of trees aged 10-11 years, 20% of trees aged 5 years and 10% younger trees, with irrigation system.

800 m² (fall out piece) with pecans, flood irrigation from the canal.

Rainfall of approximately 150 mm per year.

3-phase Eskom Power.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

22 Erven, located on the banks of the Vaal River: currently with a rental income of R400 000 per year.

Long-term, 99-year lease, ensuring a secured rental income.

The river development is worth approximately R2 million.

No equipment and implements are included in the transaction.

No workers with permanent residency.

Far from informal settlements.

This property offers a rare combination of agricultural viability and residential leasing opportunities, making it perfect for serious investors seeking long-term growth and returns.

Don't miss out on this unique agricultural investment!