N 1 NORTH SMALL FARM - LOUIS TRICHARDT

The properties that have passed from generation to generation all have something in common.
That is the family touch.
The love and dedication that has been bestowed on them is evident in its details, the owners knowledge of the place and its ongoing development.
Such is the case with this 7.7 hectare property on the N1, the Great North bound link to countries beyond our borders.
Situated on the slopes of the Soutpansberg mountains with Louis Trichardt just around the corner it is 7km and a mere 11 minute drive.
The property has much to offer, firstly the sub-tropical climate of the region provides enough rain for a lush, jungle type vegetation, enormous
trees and natural bush.
When this is cleared the Avocado, Guava, Macadamia and similar fruits grow with abandon.
For the drier months there are two boreholes with one in use and the other on stand-by.
They are equipped with single and three phase pumps delivering 3000 to 3800 liter per hour, each.
They are connected to two tanks that gravity feed the orchards and the houses with clean mountain water.
In the corner of the property there is a natural spring or fountain that when cleared of underbrush and vegetation provides spring water for most of the year.
The orchards are Macadamia trees of various ages, they have provided a ton of nut in shell (WNIS). This is delivered to a factory within 8 km of the farm.
The trees are a mix of Beaumont, 741 and 838 cultivars. This crop generated R 26 000.00. per season.
The second crop is from the 276 Guava trees , thee guavas are delivered to town where a canning factory takes delivery. They generate an income of R 10 000.00
per season.
There are also over 20 Avocado trees and the fruit from these are sold to the informal traders.
The current owners have decided to diversify further with coffee production .250 seedling trees are ready to be planted.
The orchards have gravity fed irrigation systems to each section.
The main income from this property is the rental derived from hoses that are rented.
House 1: This a a three bedroom dwelling that has a potential rent of R 6 500.00 per month
House 2: This smaller house has 2 bedrooms and the rent for this is R 3 400.00 per month.
House 3: The third house has two and a half bedroom and the rental is R 4 200.00 per month.
House 4: This cottage is bachelor flat and its rental is R2 400.00 per month.
Then there is the main house which has an uncompleted wing. When fully built it will be a 4 bedroom double story structure overlooking the valley below.
There are also two swimming pools, one is in use and the other requires attention. A large farm shed is on site catering to the agricultural storage requirements. The workers accommodation consists of a two bedroom with bathroom house.
We have hinted at the properties potential, obviously farming is an income stream, the planted areas could be expanded to 5 hectare of the 7.7 hectare available.
The rented accommodation is a second income stream. The houses are all occupied. Rental accommodation outside the town perimeter is always in demand.
Suggested additional suggested income streams could be overnight accommodation, a truck stop or depot, you can decide your preference.
There owners indicated that the adjacent properties could be acquired by negotiation with their owners as they are largely 'cut offs' and not in use.
Lastly there is the view from this elevated property, the lush eye watering green mountain valley, the climate, misty mornings, milder temperatures than the valley below, the wildlife, Bushbuck, monkeys, Bushpig and abundant bird species.
It all adds up to a property well worth consideration!
Please note: Due to security , not wanting to alarm the workers and people renting we will not publish photos that may identify the property.