12.8 ha Farm in Cullinan

Located just 25 km from Pretoria and within an established agricultural hub, this beautiful 12.8-HECTARE property offers a unique opportunity to embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle. Perfectly designed for family living with a focus on sustainability, the farms infrastructure supports permaculture principles, ensuring low operational costs and high productivity.

LOCATION

The property is conveniently located just 6 km outside Cullinan, offering easy access to the nearby town. It is also only 19 km from Zambezi Drive, with direct access via the R513, making it a short drive to Pretoria and surrounding areas. Additionally, the farm is situated just 4 km from Edendale Private School, providing a nearby educational option for families.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

The MAIN HOUSE, spanning 208 square meters, features four spacious bedrooms, a large lounge and dining area, and a generously sized kitchen. It also includes a separate power room for added convenience. The home is fully solar-powered, equipped with two solar geysers, making it energy-efficient and sustainable.

The GARDEN COTTAGE, covering 80 square meters, includes one bedroom, a lounge, a kitchen, and a dressing room. It also features a toilet and shower for added convenience. While the cottage does require some TLC, it offers excellent potential and could be transformed into a charming living space or guest accommodation.

In addition to the main house and garden cottage, the property includes a 70-square-meter NDEBELE-STYLE HOUSE with five rooms, offering versatile space for various uses. There is also a lapa and pool area, although the pool area requires refurbishment. Once renovated, this space has great potential for outdoor entertainment and relaxation.

The property is secured with electric fencing, a motorized entrance gate, and motion sensor beams for added protection. It is also equipped with surveillance cameras around the main house, cottage and outbuildings and a monitored alarm system to ensure comprehensive security. Additionally, the area benefits from a neighbourhood radio call service, providing an extra layer of safety and community vigilance.

FARM INFRASTRUCTURE

The farm features impressive infrastructure designed for sustainable farming, including a 300-square-meter greenhouse/shade house, perfect for growing herbs and vegetables. Inside, you''ll find recirculating Dutch Buckets ideal for vining crops and vermiculture beds capable of supporting over 1,000 plants. There are also organic raised beds equipped with an irrigation system for efficient water use. Additionally, the property includes large fish tanks (3600 litres each) - THE FISH ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE SALE.

The vermiculture system on the property is highly productive, generating 6 cubic meters of premium worm castings every six weeks. The fully equipped stables are set up for processing manure, and a composting system is also in place, making this farm a model of sustainable agricultural practices.

POULTRY

The property includes a well-established poultry setup with free-range Bushvelder chickens, providing a steady supply of eggs for the family and workers. For optimal care, the chickens are housed in indoor brooding cages equipped with infrared lights. Additionally, there are two chicken tractors (9 sqm each) for outdoor use, allowing the chickens to roam freely in a controlled environment. The setup also comes complete with Poultek feeders, drinkers, and transport crates, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.

OUTBUILDINGS & STORAGE

The property includes a large WORKSHOP and vehicle storage area measuring 144 square meters, fully equipped with electricity to accommodate workshop activities. There are also nine STABLES on the property, currently utilized for vermiculture, but easily convertible back to horse stables if needed. Additionally, a COLD ROOM measuring 7 meters by 1.5 meters is semi-installed with a cooling unit, offering versatile storage options.

SOLAR POWER & WATER

The property is equipped with a comprehensive SOLAR POWER SYSTEM, featuring 18 solar panels, three solar batteries, and a 4KVA generator backup. Additionally, there are two solar geysers, one for the main house and one for the cottage, ensuring energy efficiency across the property.

Water supply is abundant with two BOREHOLES, one of which is fully equipped with an 8,000L per hour capacity. The property also includes a 5,000L water tank mounted on a 6-meter-high stand. The water quality is excellent, and a detailed water report is available for review.

The property includes a range of additional equipment to support various farming and maintenance needs. This includes a solar-powered single-phase borehole pump, as well as hydroponic systems with 20 high-density EPS floating trays. There is also a collection of fencing wire, LDPE piping, and a variety of building materials for future projects or repairs. The sale also includes a gate motor with remotes for convenient access. Additionally, a lunging ring for horse training is available, though it requires minor repairs.

This property presents a rare opportunity for anyone looking to embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle, free from the hustle and bustle of city life, while remaining conveniently close to Pretoria and surrounding areas. With its well-established infrastructure, including solar power, water supply, and extensive farming capabilities, this farm offers the ideal foundation for sustainable living. Whether you''re interested in growing your own food, raising livestock, or simply enjoying the peace and tranquillity of rural life, everything is already in place for you to step into a life of independence and self-reliance. The hard work has been done, and the property is primed for you to build upon and customize to your own needs and vision. This is more than just a property it''s an opportunity to create a sustainable future in a beautiful, productive environment.

If you are ready to take the next step toward a self-sufficient lifestyle, this is the perfect place to start. For more information or to schedule a viewing, please contact PIETER today!