Property description

Off-the-Grid Farm With Mountain Views Near Waterval Boven

This farm sits in the Drakensberg foothills near Waterval Boven, Mpumalanga, roughly 8km from the town. The property covers 256 hectares of rolling grassland, wooded slopes and sheltered valleys. It is offered as a farm for sale with a three-bedroom farm house and several outbuildings. The setting is quiet, scenic and well suited to country living. Buyers looking for space and natural surroundings will find much to consider here.

The farm house offers open plan living, with a kitchen and dining area flowing into a large lounge. A coal and gas stove sits beside the dining area, and the lounge can be divided to create an additional room. The house has one full bathroom with a shower, bath, toilet and basin, plus a separate toilet with a wash basin. An undercover stoep runs along the house, giving sheltered space for outdoor living. The layout is practical and comfortable for family life.

Outdoors, the stoep and surrounding grounds invite relaxed evenings with views over the valley. The property includes a large four-door workshop, garage and store in the yard. This building is useful for vehicles, equipment or storage. It could also be converted into stables or pens for livestock. A separate camping area with two dams adds further options for outdoor activities.

The farm is designed for self-sufficiency. A solar panel system of 2.25 kW works with a 5 kW inverter and 10 kWh battery storage to supply everyday power needs. A solar geyser provides hot water to the house. This reduces reliance on external electricity and suits buyers who value sustainable living. Power backup is built into the setup.

Water is supplied by two boreholes and a fountain that feeds the farm house and animals. The low-veld side of the property borders the Joubert Spruit, a stream that has flowed uninterrupted for over fifty years. Several dams are spread across the land, including one that is rain dependent. This water availability is a valuable asset for farming and livestock.

The land is well divided for agricultural use. The listing shows about 15 hectares of plantable fields, several camps and around 50 hectares of wattle trees. Field areas are split across the south, north and west of the property. Part of the land is partly worked. This layout gives flexibility for crops, grazing or a mix of uses.

The scenery is one of the property's strongest features. Elevated views look over the surrounding mountainous terrain, with cliffs, valleys and a waterfall visible across the land. The farm sits at roughly 1,700 metres above sea level, which gives cool air and wide vistas. Mornings and evenings here bring a calm, open atmosphere.

Access is straightforward. The farm lies about 15km from the N4 highway, which keeps it within easy reach of major routes. Despite this, the property feels private and removed from busy traffic. It offers a good balance between connection and seclusion. Travel to nearby towns remains manageable for daily needs.

The property also has tourism and recreation potential. A long-standing yearly festival, Mayhem Mountain Festival, has been held here in collaboration with climbing partners. The site has hosted what was described as the longest highline in Africa, measuring 1.2km in 2025. Existing crags developed by climbers support hiking and rock climbing. These activities could support a guest or event income.

This farm suits a range of buyers. Lifestyle seekers can enjoy country living with space, water and views. Farmers can use the fields, dams and boreholes for production. Investors may see value in the tourism and recreation opportunities. The combination of land, buildings and natural features makes this a rare opportunity in the area.

Key Features

256 hectare farm near Waterval Boven

Three-bedroom farm house with stoep

Four-door workshop and garage

Solar panels, inverter and battery

Two boreholes and fountain water

Multiple dams across the property

About 15 hectares plantable fields

Scenic mountain views at 1,700 metres

Camping area with tourism potential

Joubert Spruit on low-veld side

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