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Real Estate Agents Carlos Pernia/Raquel Ramirez 0414-7179331/0412-6847531 Code: VE25-0021MRD-CPER/RRAM FARRO REAL ESTATE MERIDA SELLS HATO LAS PERES RANCH: A PRODUCTIVE PARADISE IN THE MERIDA MOUNTAINS Discover this exceptional property located in the Sierra Sur region of Merida, just a 45-minute drive from the city center. Situated on a plateau at 2,350 meters above sea level, known as Hato Las Peres, this ranch offers a perfect balance between agricultural and tourism activities. With a total area of 108 hectares, of which 65 hectares are flat and actively used, and the rest is virgin forest, the property enjoys a privileged location at the top of the mountain range. This affords it an unparalleled view encompassing the Chama River Valley, the Llano El Hato Observatory, and the Mocotíes and Vegasol Valleys, allowing for a panoramic vista of much of the city of Mérida, as well as the imposing Toro and León peaks, which border the property. Furthermore, from the other valley descending from Los Nevados, the picturesque town of Acequias can be seen. The average temperature is 17°C (63°F), with daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows of around 12°C (54°F), creating an ideal climate for various activities. Potential and Current Use of the Property: This farm is highly versatile and has great potential: Tourism: Its location and landscapes make it ideal for developing diverse tourism projects. Livestock and Crops: The land is suitable for raising livestock and a wide variety of crops. Currently, it has fruit trees such as peaches, apples, blackberries, raspberries, lemons, and grapes. Infrastructure and Amenities The property boasts a solid infrastructure: Main Residence 265 m² House: Fully finished, with ceramic tile floors and full bathrooms with hot water. Layout: Five bedrooms, four bathrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry room, and a barbecue area with an oven, counter, and outdoor dining space. Recreation: Small soccer field and ball court. Utilities and Energy Electrical System: 25 KVA transformer and private poles, with 110V and 220V power. Agricultural Production The farm is currently used for livestock and crop production, including dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, and butter. Pastures: 16 hectares of paddocks with grass varieties such as Brachiaria humidicola, Brachiaria brizantha, and Yaraguá or Capim-Melado. An additional 25 hectares with other grass species and native plants. Crops: The remaining area is dedicated to planting grains such as corn and wheat. Forage Pastures: Approximately 10 hectares of green and purple Kingrass grass, with our own transportation and forage chopper. Water Resources: Community Irrigation System: Two water rights of 2 inches each, with irrigation shifts twice a week. Internal Irrigation System: Two Australian tanks with a capacity of 360,000 liters of water each. Two 4" high-pressure water pumps (one stationary and one mobile with tractor hitch). 36 galvanized steel quick-connect pipes, 2 inches, with elbows, plugs, spray guns, and irrigation nozzles of various sizes. Additional Storage: Two new 2,500-liter cylindrical plastic water tanks, and rolls of new 1, 2, and 3-inch hoses with fittings. Machinery and Tools: Tractors: One 45 HP 4x4. One 65 HP tracked tractor. Both with their respective agricultural implements: two disc plows, two moldboard plows, one 6-tine chisel plow, one 4-row seeder, two 3-row furrowers, one ridger, one 7-tine scarifier for front loader. Another disassembled tracked tractor, useful for spare parts, with a front loader. Transport and Tools: Two trailer-type carts for Tractor, wheelbarrows, shovels, picks, crowbars, machetes, and other everyday tools. Support Buildings: Two Sheds: One of 144 m² for storing equipment and machinery. Another under construction of 90 m² for use as a fabrication and maintenance workshop. Caretaker's House: Small house for the farm staff or caretakers. Livestock Facilities: Cattle Barn/Corral: Roofed metal structure with feeders, approximately 750 m², equipped with a scale. Designed for handling 80 milking cows. Calf Pen: Enclosed structure with metal sheets, housed in stalls and with a capacity for 60 calves up to 4 months of age. Pigpen: Housed in stalls, with drainage and a washing system, capacity for 80 pigs. Sheep Pen: 2.5-hectare area completely fenced with chicken wire, for raising 100 sheep. Chicken Coop and Rabbit Hutch: Simple chicken coop and fenced area for raising rabbits. Access: The access road from Mérida is fully paved (via El Morro), with only 1.7 kilometers of dirt road. This property represents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking investment in a privileged natural environment, with complete infrastructure for agricultural production and immense tourism potential.
