Property for Sale: Established Game Farm with Airstrip and Hangars on the Vaal River
Overview
Situated within the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, this majestic farm boasts 2.5km of Vaal River frontage. Located just 120km from Johannesburg and 3km from the quaint town of Parys, this property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility.
AccessibilityTarred Roads: Leading directly to the farm entrance.Tree-Lined Driveways: Paved and leading to both main residences.Security: Electric security gates with lighting at the property entrance.
Security and InfrastructureFencing: 1.84m game fencing surrounds the entire estate, with the bottom half reinforced with Bonnex steel grit.Water Supply:7 boreholes providing a constant water supply.2 natural fountains and 2 windmills.2 natural water dams and 2 concrete dams.2 large river pumps with water rights from the Vaal River.Power Supply:Large generator housed in a thatched hut for backup during power outages.1.4km, 14m wide newly resurfaced asphalt runway suitable for King Air jets.Marked out helipad.Jet fuel facility (18,000 litres), diesel facility (2,500 litres), and petrol facility (4,500 litres) with pumps and filters.
Aviation FacilitiesAircraft Hangars:Two large brick hangars with maintenance-free cement fibre roofing.Equipped with big sliding doors and a security system.Large compressor with piped outlets to both hangars and the main house.
Agricultural FacilitiesBarns: Two large barns for farm equipment storage.Housekeepers' Cottages: Two fully equipped face brick cottages.Animal Feed Storage: Brick barn.Garden Shed: Thatched roof garden shed.
Main HouseArchitecture: Impressive large double-story home with a 45-degree slat roof.Bedrooms: 3 en-suite bedrooms.Entertainment Areas: 2 large entertainment areas.Garage: Double garage with additional parking.Kitchen: Large, comfortable farm kitchen leading off the double garages.Amenities: Swimming pool with lapa, entertainment area, and viewing deck.Climate Control: Air conditioning and underfloor heating in both main and guest houses.
Additional FeaturesAesthetic Features: Stunning arch with bell, garden, and floodlights over the entire area.Water Features: 2 duck and swan ponds.Landscaping: Pristine manicured lawns with a full irrigation system, no water limits.Security: Alarm system in the home and both hangars, armed response security, and 2-way radio communication with police and security company.Gardens: 2 hectares of lush tropical garden with electric fencing, a variety of cycads valued at approx. R250,000, and beautiful established trees such as oak, yellowwood, white stinkwood, thorn, and Vaderland wilger.
Guest HouseBedrooms: 3, with the main en-suite plus a second bathroom.Heating: Underfloor heating.
Thatch Roof CottageLayout: 1 bedroom with an open plan lounge and kitchenette.
Wildlife and GameVariety: Includes gemsbok, nyala, giraffe, zebra, hartebeest, waterbuck, reedbuck, oribi, springbok, jackal, lynx, tortoise, warthog, fallow deer, and reindeer in a separate enclosure.Bird Life: A wide variety of bird life due to the beautiful trees and river.Game Holding Area: 2 wooden structured lapas.
Farm ImplementsEquipment: Includes grass cutters, tractors, and firefighting equipment.Power Supply: 3-phase electricity directly from Eskom.
This property is a rare find, combining luxury, practicality, and natural beauty. Perfect for a game farm enthusiast or someone seeking a serene yet well-equipped retreat.
