548.412 HA FARM FOR SALE – EASTERN DRAKENSBERG ESCARPMENT

This expansive 548.412-hectare farm is situated on the eastern Drakensberg Escarpment, within the Low Berg Escarpment region along the border of the Free State. The property offers a unique opportunity for livestock farming and agricultural investment, benefiting from its high-altitude location, natural grazing conditions and favourable rainfall. The farm is located approximately 50 km south-west of Newcastle and is accessible via the Normandien tar road from Scott Street in Newcastle. Turn right onto the Normandien Pass gravel road shortly after passing the police station on your left-hand side. Continue towards the top of Normandien Pass, where the entrance gate to the property is situated on the right-hand side of the road. Access to the farm is through neighbouring farms.

Grazing and Agricultural Potential
Thanks to its geographical position and varied topography, the farm offers both winter and summer grazing opportunities, making it suitable for livestock farming. The estimated grazing capacity ranges from 2.2 to 3 hectares per large stock unit (LSU), with supplementary feeding required to support livestock during periods when natural grazing is insufficient.

The property falls within two recognised bioclimatic subregions:
• Yc1 – Normandien: Moist Transitional Tall Grassveld.
• Yd1 – Ncandu: Moist Highland Sourveld.

These vegetation types provide valuable natural grazing resources for agricultural operations, particularly livestock production.

Climate and Environmental Conditions
The farm receives an estimated mean annual rainfall of between 901 mm and 963 mm. Summers are generally cool, with average temperatures of approximately 24°C, while winters are cold, with mean minimum temperatures of around 9.6°C. The property lies at an elevation of approximately 1,903 metres above sea level and experiences severe frost conditions.

Investment Opportunity
Spanning 548.412 hectares in a scenic highland farming region, this property presents an opportunity for buyers seeking an agricultural investment with potential for livestock production and seasonal grazing. Its substantial land area, natural grassveld vegetation and relatively high annual rainfall make it a property worth considering for farming operations suited to the local climate and grazing conditions. Contact for further information or to arrange a viewing.

Lodge for sale in Newcastle, KwaZulu Natal, 5484127 m²