Fishing Estate with Income Generating Potential
ZAR 15,000,000
- 11 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- ~110,000 m² Plot surface
Description
**Discover Your Dream Retreat at Troutbagger Farm**
Welcome to this expansive 11-hectare smallholding, a picturesque sanctuary with boundless opportunities for growth and tranquility. Whether you envision cultivating a lifestyle farm or launching a thriving income-generating venture, this remarkable property sets the stage for endless possibilities.
**Charming Main Residence**
The heart of the estate is the inviting main house that radiates warmth and comfort. It features two well-appointed bedrooms, including a master suite with an ensuite bathroom. The spacious kitchen, complemented by a scullery, flows into a dining area and a generous lounge, complete with a cozy fireplace, underfloor heating, and air conditioning for year-round comfort. An adaptable loft space awaits your personal touch, making it ideal as a third bedroom, study, or a cozy retreat. For those who love entertaining, a large bar and dedicated entertainment area, along with a luxurious jacuzzi, transform gatherings into unforgettable experiences.
**A Fisherman’s Paradise**
Troutbagger Farm is renowned as a premier fishing destination, attracting anglers from afar. The property boasts two fully stocked dams teeming with bass, tilapia, rainbow, and brown trout, as well as a smaller dam that is home to koi fish. The land is also an agricultural gem, featuring 1,500 flourishing lemon trees that produce high-quality fruit each season, supplying local restaurants. An impressive variety of 200 additional fruit trees, including kefir lime, plum, orange, grapefruit, and pomegranate, provide a thriving bounty for the discerning grower. For those passionate about farming or animal husbandry, three spacious workshops/sheds offer versatile options for housing chickens, setting up stables, or serving as functional workspaces. One workshop even includes hydroponic lighting, creating a fantastic opportunity for year-round vegetable and fruit growth, enhanced by enclosed and covered vegetable gardens.
**Hospitality Potential**
The tranquil and breathtaking surroundings make this property ideally suited for a flourishing hospitality business. It currently features two fully equipped three-bedroom self-catering cottages, each offering full DStv, Wi-Fi, an inverter, a gas stove in the kitchen, an open-plan lounge with a fireplace, and outdoor patios with braai areas. Additionally, two separate ensuite double rooms serve as inviting overnight accommodation, perfectly positioned for visitors attending nearby wedding venues. Each room includes a queen bed, kitchenette, and bathroom, with a shared outdoor veranda and braai area.
**Comprehensive Property Features**
Included in the sale are various implements, such as a tractor and trailer, with a detailed list available upon request. Marvel at the breathtaking sunsets that paint the sky over the smallholding, while wildlife, including duiker, roams freely, accentuating the property’s charm. Neighboring a game farm, you’ll enjoy an unparalleled connection to the captivating natural environment.
This property is fully equipped with solar power, ensuring a sustainable lifestyle without the concern of electrical outages. Each accommodation unit also includes its own inverter for convenience and reliability. An on-site borehole guarantees a consistent supply of high-quality drinking water, pumping at least 1,500 liters per hour, ensuring complete self-sufficiency.
Conveniently located just 12km from Nottingham Road and 4km from the N3 freeway, this property combines tranquility with accessibility.
**Price excludes VAT (negotiable).**
Don’t miss the opportunity to own this extraordinary property and unlock its vast potential! Contact us today to schedule a viewing.
Engel & Völkers Pietermaritzburg
Your advisor: Andrew Norton
Property ID: ENV206473