This is a magnificent private game farm rich in plant and animal life located in Ladismith, in the western Klein Karoo region of the Western Cape, South Africa. Ladismith is well known for the "Ladismith Black Mbazo" music group that performed with Paul Simon.
This property is situated adjacent to a series of fertile and irrigated valleys and located on 3753 ha of prime Karoo property, there is the main homestead and 5 guest houses, each one offering a choice of different styles, luxury and finishes - plus 4-5 bedroom en-suites. This is perfect for a large family that loves to entertain and host their large group of friends or family members. Several outbuildings cater for garaging, workshops, store rooms, “kraals” (animal pens), camps and stables. Uniquely, this game farm also offers 2 rustic bushcamp sites - ideal for living the African safari experience on your own property.
This peaceful area is malaria free. There is a rich diversity of indigenous animals. 3151 ha of this game farm is currently in the process of being proclaimed as Nature Reserve. The alluvial banks of the river has a high yield of lucerne offering 32.5ha under irrigation and providing ample feed.
This property is ideal for serious nature lovers with the undulating landscape supporting thousands of species of veld flowers, turning this into a spectacular show during flower season with a multitude of colourful carpets of flowers. A variety of wildlife is available on the game farm with Springbok, Red Hartebeest, Burchell Zebras and Ostrich. Other animals include Kudu, Gemsbok/Oryx, Eland, Duikers, Steenbok, Aardvark, Aardwolf, Porcupine, Black Back Jackal, Caracal, African Wildcat, Polecat, Cape Mountain Leopard to mention but a few.
Plenty of water is available for the property with a total of 8 boreholes plus a running fountain.
This exceptionally picturesque landscape provides a dramatic backdrop to an ideal home for all nature loving people. Perfect for keeping your own horses and enjoying horse back safaris and hikes or scenic drives in your own private reserve.