Situated on the outskirts of Wellington, this heritage farm offers an opportunity to own a piece of the rich history of the Winelands. Originally settled by French Huguenot Claude Marais in 1699, Welvanpas is a farm steeped in history, with the original house recognized as a National Monument.
Spanning two titles, the farm blends historic charm with modern agricultural potential and possible development. In addition to the historic Manor House, the property also features a wedding venue, currently still under construction, along with a new, modern shed, a cellar, and a building where the original mill once stood. One more shed is used for vehicles, with a capacity for four or more vehicles. Six staff houses, home to five families, help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the farm business.
Electricity is provided by an Eskom power point.
A perennial...
Situated on the outskirts of Wellington, this heritage farm offers an opportunity to own a piece of the rich history of the Winelands. Originally settled by French Huguenot Claude Marais in 1699, Welvanpas is a farm steeped in history, with the original house recognized as a National Monument.
Spanning two titles, the farm blends historic charm with modern agricultural potential and possible development. In addition to the historic Manor House, the property also features a wedding venue, currently still under construction, along with a new, modern shed, a cellar, and a building where the original mill once stood. One more shed is used for vehicles, with a capacity for four or more vehicles. Six staff houses, home to five families, help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the farm business.
Electricity is provided by an Eskom power point.
A perennial mountain stream runs through the farm, and 26 hours of summer water rights ensure ample irrigation for the fertile land. Water infrastructure is impressive, with 2 ground dams capable of holding nearly 20,000 cubic meters of water, 4 boreholes, 3 pump houses, 2 pumps, (each with a filter bank).
The farm's agricultural production includes 4 hectares of guavas under micro-irrigation, 2.5 hectares of vine cutting nursery ("stokkiekwekerx") with drip irrigation, and 1 hectare of blueberries also under drip irrigation. The open land is ideal for vegetable production.
This unique farm combines the prestige of history with the potential for lucrative development and sustainable agriculture, making it a truly rare find on the urban edge of Wellington.