exquisite game farm lephalale – limpopo province

EXQUISITE GAME FARM
LEPHALALE – LIMPOPO PROVINCE
Thursday 5 March 2015 at 12:00 | On-Site
Martin Van Zyl | 082 610 1199 | martin@landhouse.co.za
www.landhouse.co.za
Contents
1.
Disclaimer
2.
Property Summary
3.
Municipal Information
4.
Locality
5.
Property Description
6.
Tenancy Overview
7.
Pictures
8.
Additional Information
Disclaimer
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General
Property Address:
Farm De Draai, Beauty Rd
Suburb & City:
Vaalwater / Lephalale area, Limpopo Province
Title Deed Information
Title Deed Numbers:
T20635/1988
Registered Owner:
Kolprop Nr 10 (Pty) Ltd
Title Deed Descriptions:
Remaining Extent Farm De Draai 612 LR
1,366.6675Ha
Municipal Information
The local authority in which the properties are situated is the Lephalale Local Municipality. According to
the permitted zoning scheme the properties are zoned as follows:
Town Planning Information
Zoning
Agricultural
Servitudes
None
Property Summary
Locality
Situated approximately 2,5 hours from Johannesburg, the property is located
approximately 1,500mt above sea level in the malaria-free Waterburg Biosphere. The
property lies just between Vaalwater and Lephalale in the Limpopo Province and is
easily accessible via a well maintained tar and gravel road network (directions below).
The game reserve features a mixture of mountainous and level terrain covered with
natural vegetation such as grass, trees and shrubs together with exquisite views of
the surrounding countryside in a peaceful, tranquil setting.
The subject property offers good access to the local amenities available in the nearby
towns of Vaalwater, Lephalale and Modimolle (Nylstroom). In terms of services the
property has an electricity supply from Eskom and an ample supply of water.
Directions from Johannesburg:
Travel on the N1 highway towards Polokwane, passing Bela-Bela. Turn left to
Modimolle and continue on the R33 through the town and on to Vaalwater. At the 3way stop in Vaalwater turn right onto the “Lephalale” road. After travelling 45km, turn
right onto the “Beauty” road. Travel 12,5km along the gravel road and the entrance to
the property is on the right hand side.
GPS co-ordinates for the property are as follows:
S - 24º05’36.7”
E - 28º24’06.7”
Description of Improvements
Primary Use:
Roofing:
Ceilings:
Walls:
Floor Coverings:
Condition:
Game / Hunting Farm
Thatch / IBR
Wooden Ceilings
Brick with plaster & paint / Face brick
Various – Including grano screed
The condition of the buildings on the property varies
with neat modern finishes, to older basic finishes. It
should be noted that we have not undertaken a
structural survey of the above described building, nor
have we arranged for tests or inspections to be
carried out on any of the service installations.
Accommodation Details
Locality
Locality
The property is a fully functional game farm which is well situated and includes all of
the improvements normally associated with such a use.
Site
The property is made up of a single farm portion measuring 1,366.6675 hectares and
is fully enclosed by way of 2,4mt game fencing. A number of dams cover
approximately 55 to 60 acres of the property when full and a fountain valley offers
spectacular views and is considered to be the “best part of the farm”. There are 3
Duncan applicators on the property and electricity is supplied by Eskom. A borehole
drilled in 1999 provides the entire farm with a constant supply of water. A holding
boma for new animals is located alongside the Eskom transformer. A well maintained
internal road network allows for ease of movement to all improvements located on the
property. A full Eco Plan has been compiled by Gert Fourie and is available for
perusal.
The following is a breakdown of information as obtained from the Agricultural Georeferenced Information System (AGIS) with regards to the subject property:
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Mean Annual Rainfall
Mean Max. Annual Temp.
Mean Min. Annual Temp.
Terrain Type
Soil
401mm to 600mm
27°C to 29°C
4°C to 6°C
Rolling / irregular plains high hills / ridges
Free drained, structureless soils
Improvements
Main Dwelling Area
This area comprises neat, well maintained buildings which include upmarket finishes. The
homestead made up of a number of buildings and the following is a breakdown of the
accommodation offered by the dwelling:
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4 x Bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (with fire places and open-air showers)
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Lounge & kitchen (with scullery & pantry)
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Dining room
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Single Garage / Additional Storage
The homestead faces a large dam and includes a wooden deck, ponds, storage area
plunge pool and boma.
A boat-house with launch ramp and thatch lapa is located in close proximity to the
homestead. In addition, there are also 2 x 10,000lt water tanks located nearby.
Property Description
Staff Buildings
The first staff building is located alongside the shed and comprises a face brick building with 3
bedrooms, shower & ablutions, storage, lounge / dining room and 3 bedrooms. The building offers
basic finishes, but has a functional, low maintenance design. This building includes a 10,000lt
water supply, Top TV installation and a Telkom land line.
The second staff building forms part of a partly walled area and hosts a main building with 2
bedrooms, kitchen and lounge. A smaller, separate building is located alongside and hosts the
ablution facilities. A 5,000lt water supply is also included.
Hunting Lodge
This is a small hunting lodge which can accommodate 6 people in comfort. Three chalets provide
the accommodation and include ablution facilities and modern internal finishes. The fourth building
is utilised both as an entertainment area and food preparation area. A boma is located in the
centre of all the structures.
Shed & Surrounding Buildings
The main shed is situated in close proximity to the main staff quarters. The shed is an elongated
structure which offers good stacking height and includes a meat processing room, cold room
facilities and an office. The building has a steel beam frame with face brick walling and IBR
cladding. Two 2,000lt diesel tanks are located directly behind this structure.
Two smaller buildings are located alongside the shed of which the first was formerly utilised as a
meat processing room, but both are now utilised for storage purposes.
Property Description
Site Improvements
Improvement Sizes
In addition to the structures already mentioned, the property includes the following items:
Measurements taken on site indicate the following gross building areas for the
improvements:
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Five dams, three are currently utilised
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Seven watering points
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Former dwelling, unutilised at present
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Base radio with 2 handsets – connected to all farmers in the area
Improvements
Homestead – Suite 1
Homestead – Suite 2
Homestead – Suite 3
Homestead – Suite 4
Homestead – Dining Area
Homestead – Lounge / Kitchen
Homestead – Single Garage
Boat House
Staff House 1
Staff House 2
Ablutions – Staff House 2
Shed
Storage 1 (next to shed)
Storage 2 (next to shed)
Hunting Lodge (all 4 buildings)
Total
Land Claims
As per a letter received (dated 29 January 2013), there is no information of any land claims
pertaining to the subject property. The letter does however state that, should investigations show
that a claim has been found to be lodged, they department will then notify the relevant parties
immediately.
Game Count
The following is a list (as supplied) of the game which is currently on the property (approximate
figures):
Extent (m²)
±51m²
Randage
±26m²
Annual Cost
±27m²
±45m²
±23m²
±54m²
±225m²
±27m²
±124m²
±71m²
±6m²
±444m²
±33m²
±16m²
±125m²
±1,297m²
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Nyala
15 to 20
Blue Wildebeest
50+
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Zebra
10 to 15
Waterbok
20 to 25
Items Included
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Gemsbok
8 to 10
Rietbok
10 to 15
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Eland
8 to 10
Rooi Hartbees
2
Information supplied shows that 95% of movables on the property are included in
the sale. In addition, these include:
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Kudu
60 to 80+
Rooibok
150 to 200+
A large amount Bushbuck, Klipspringer, Warthog, Hyena and small cat species roam the property.
In addition, there is a pair of Fish Eagles who have been nesting and raising their young for more
than 10 years.
Property Description
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400cc Yamaha Quad
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Cruiser
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Tractor & trailer
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Fire Fighter
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Land Rover
Property Description
Property Description
Photographs
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Surveyor General Diagrams
Photographs
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Surveyor General’s Diagram
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