The property is positioned in a most desirable location, set in the Hinterland but only twenty minutes to the beautiful beaches of the Far North Coast. Ideally situated within twenty minutes to the regional centre of Lismore and the coastal town of Ballina with easy access to Lennox Head and Byron Bay. Excellent schools, shopping facilities, medical services and hospitals are within easy reach whilst the freeway and airports provide gateways to all major destinations. The property itself comprises 33.92 ha in various titles and also has access to Alstonvale Rd, the land varies from flat to gently undulating with a few steeper slopes and has abundant water with a permanent water course flowing over rock shelves and a magnificent dam with substantial water license. It is on an elevated plateau with deep volcanic soils and benefits from temperate weather conditions. There are magnificent rain forest and feature trees throughout the property including, Teak, Black bean, Figs, Conifers and Canary palms and intensive rain forest regeneration has been undertaken along the waterways. Planted in individual blocks the orchard comprises some 5700 trees approximately ranging in age from 25 years to 12 years and are planted on varied spacings. Different varieties have been planted to optimise yield. Tonnages have varied but would average around 50 tons. There is a large farm shed complete with a most comfortable two bedroom flat which has a full kitchen and bathroom plus separate living area, absolutely ideal for the extended family, visitors or a farm manager. Dehusking equipment is included and is housed in the shed adjacent. A large machinery shed provides protection for the farm machinery with a second machinery shed located out in the centre of the farm. All equipment has been modified and maintained to suit this individual farm. The timber homestead was constructed in 1994 by local craftsman Richard Templeman and offers three large bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious study and expansive open plan living with vaulted ceilings. It is encircled with wide timber verandahs all the way round culminating in a huge covered entertaining deck. The home is set on a ridgeline with simply stunning views to the north, the mountains and beyond. There are no neighbours close by and it is perfectly peaceful and private. Features include fine timber joinery, high ceilings, polished timber floors, stained and coloured feature panels, French doors from the living and bedrooms, stylish country kitchen with European appliances and a prestige finish throughout. This is a signature property, beautifully maintained and proudly presented. The farm is run as a successful growing business and is supported by an experienced full time manager and is presented for sale on a wiwo basis. With panoramic views, landscaped gardens, permanent waterways, a splendid dam and feature tree plantings throughout the orchard and rain forest regeneration projects undertaken in recent times, this property is one of intrinsic beauty. Such a lovely farm.
