207 ha Farm in Baardskeerdersbos

This idyllic, exceptional, 209-hectare pristine property is situated within the Greater Uilkrans- and Boesmans River region.

If you are looking for a wonderfully unique destination, that offers an unspoilt, healthy lifestyle with exquisite panoramic views of mountains, valleys and a star-filled night sky this would be it!

The property is reached via 10 kms of tarred road from Franskraal and 1,2 kms of gravel road to the farms boundary.

The lifestyle properties in this area are owned mainly by typical weekender, top-echelon owners. The synergy between them speaks of a like-mindedness in appreciating and enjoying nature and preserving the untouched surrounds.

The property is situated in the Agulhas Limestone and Sand Fynbos Biome and have many proteas, sewejaartjies, ericas, etc to make it a haven for bees and birds alike.

Two perennial rivers, the Uilkrans- and Boesmans, transverse through the property, flowing strongly after normal rainfall in the valleys and mountains upstream. All the riverbanks have mature trees and reeds which contribute to the beauty and ambience of the farm. These trees also increase the carrying capacity of the farm, as well as the variety of game species, especially those that feed on the leaves and pips of the trees.

There is a diversity of vegetation with patches of grass, shrubs, bushes with denser riverine thicket and tall trees. Blue buffalo grass (Cenchrus cilliaris), regarded as one of the best pasture species to adapt to dry and wet conditions, is a perennial grass that grows in dense, messy looking clumps. This palatable grass with its high nutritive value, together with other grasses, flourish on the reserve. Due to this balanced habitat system, there is a perfect balance in terms of a diversity of naturally available food for both browsers and grazers.

Mostly winter rainfall occurs in this area. The long-term average is approximately 600mm per annum.

About 50 hectares are arable and another 15 hectares have been deforested.

The southern boundary is 2,8 metre high game fenced.

Accommodation is a quaint little house as well as another cottage that needs a lot of renovation.

This lifestyle property provides serenity and oneness with nature in a secure, tranquil, unencumbered environment, where one can breathe in pure mountain air or the nearby sea breeze.

The property is privately owned and is for sale at R4,850,000 million. The owner is not a VAT vendor.