Livestock farm for sale between Brandvlei and Van Wyksvlie, NC

Extensive Nama Karoo Livestock Farm – Between Brandvlei and Van Wyksvlei

Situated in the heart of the Nama Karoo, this expansive 8,822-hectare livestock farm offers a rare opportunity to acquire a well-developed sheep farming unit in a proven production region. The property is conveniently located near the R357, approximately 70 km from Brandvlei and 60 km from Van Wyksvlei, and falls under the Hantam Local Municipality, Registration Division: Fraserburg RD.

The Nama Karoo forms part of South Africa’s iconic semi-arid interior, extending into southern Namibia and renowned for its stark beauty, resilience, and agricultural heritage. The region is characterized by low annual rainfall, typically between 150–200 mm, wide seasonal and daily temperature fluctuations, and vegetation dominated by hardy dwarf shrubs, grasses, herbs, and geophytes—ideal conditions for extensive sheep farming.

The farm comprises two title deeds, sold as a single going concern, and is divided into 17 well-planned camps, most of which are equipped with water. Water security is supported by 14 boreholes, six of which are currently operational, with additional boreholes in the process of being repaired. Existing infrastructure allows for the extension of piping to maximize the use of the working boreholes. In addition, several natural rain-fed reservoirs provide seasonal water storage, enabling flexible grazing management across different sections of the farm.

Fencing throughout the property is in excellent condition. The perimeter is secured with jackal-proof electric fencing, while all internal fences are stock-proof and well maintained, ensuring effective livestock management and protection.

A neat sheep handling facility (kraal) is located at the homestead and is suitable for most routine sheep operations. Additional smaller handling facilities are strategically placed across the farm, although some will require maintenance and upgrading.

Vegetation varies across the property, with notable grass abundance on the western sections and a higher concentration of shrubs towards the east. The farm has benefited from conservative grazing practices in recent years, allowing veld to recover exceptionally well following the region’s prolonged drought. The diversity and density of thorny shrubs and grasses clearly highlight the area’s strong suitability for sheep production.

The farm carries an estimated LSU of 1:39 and can sustainably support approximately 800 breeding sheep, making it a solid production unit with room for further optimization.

Improvements include an old farmhouse and shed, both situated close to the main sheep handling facilities, water dam, and borehole. While the dwelling requires renovation due to prolonged vacancy, it offers a sound base for restoration or redevelopment.

This property is well suited to an existing farmer seeking to expand operations or to a buyer looking to establish a self-sufficient, off-grid farming enterprise in central South Africa. The farm can be purchased as a going concern by a VAT-registered buyer.