Farm For Sale in Kenhardt

Property description

Property – Kenhardt, Boesmanland

Introduction
Located in the Kenhardt region of the Boesmanland, this farm lies in one of South Africa’s most resilient agricultural areas. With an average annual rainfall of 170 mm, the land is ideally suited for hardy sheep and goat farming, particularly the Dorper and Meatmaster breeds. The veld is characterized by drought-resistant shrubs, succulents, Camel thorn -, Quiver - and Shepherd’s Trees, while in good seasons, it transforms into a lush landscape of grasses and bursts of wildflowers. Wildlife and abundant birdlife complete the picture, creating a landscape of quiet beauty and reliable productivity.

Property Features
• Total size: 4,508.67 ha (two portions sold as one unit)
• Grazing capacity: 1:36 LSU
• 13 camps, each with water points (some with multiple points)
• Water supply: 16 boreholes (12 equipped with solar pumps and windmills, 4 unequipped)
o 3 strong boreholes deliver ±22,000 L/h
o Others ±2,000 L/h
• Additional water security: Rietfontein and Hartbees rivers cross and meet on the farm—an impressive sight in the rainy season. (Non-perennial rivers)
• Storage: dams and plastic tanks for livestock drinking water
• 5 sheep handling facilities, one conveniently near the homestead and main gravel road

Fencing & Camps
• Well-maintained fencing:
o Jackal-proof sections
o Stock-proof (11-strand) fencing
o Electrified perimeter (4 offset wires) and 8 inner electrified blocks for predator control
• Dedicated 340 ha game camp with game fencing and Kalahari-style sandy dunes
o Currently stocked with Sable bulls (2) and Eland (4)
o Potential to expand into a prime game area

Vegetation
• Typical Boesmanland vegetation: shrubs, succulents, and mixed grasses
• Trees: Shepherd’s Trees, Camel Thorn, and various thorn species along non-perennial riverbeds
• The vegetation offers natural forage year-round and supports healthy grazing conditions with minimal parasites and diseases
• Suitable for sheep, goats, cattle, and game farming

Homestead & Infrastructure
• Neat 3-bedroom house, ideal for weekend stays or short farm visits
• 2 storage rooms for feed, tools, and equipment
• Basic, practical infrastructure in place—ready for immediate use

Conclusion
This well-managed and secure farm combines excellent water resources, sound infrastructure, and healthy grazing, making it highly suitable for livestock and game farming. Its mix of practicality and natural beauty offers both production potential and lifestyle value. The property is easily accessible from the main road, yet private and tucked away.
The seller is a VAT vendor, but the farm can also be acquired by taking over the Closed Corporation shares if preferred.