Of course the grass is always greener …..

Drive through Bellingen along Waterfall Way to Thora. Enjoy the lush country side, intermittent river views and the pure, unpolluted air. Turn left into Darkwood Road (opposite the Thora Store) and travel about 15 minutes to one of the most glorious properties in the valley.

This magnificent working farm of 80 hectares (approximately 200 acres) consists of three separate titles and fronts onto the pristine Bellinger River. Each title has its own dwelling entitlement and this provides for future subdivision if you desire. The lots are 21 hectares, 40 hectares and 19 hectares.

The spacious, north facing, 4 bedroom, architecturally designed (Bill Hockshaw) double brick “colonial” house on the central parcel of land was built by well known and respected builder, Ray Nolan. The stunning sunlit open living areas (approximately 13m2 x 10m2) and French doors leading from most rooms onto 3 metre wide verandas, capture stunning valley and mountain views. There is a full bathroom with toilet. Built of the best quality Armidale bricks with matching grouting, terracotta flooring features in all the living areas and the bedrooms are carpeted. All doors and window surrounds are built of wood.

The ceilings are high and fitted with fans for the summer months and for winter warming there is an open, brick fireplace which warms the living area and the main bedroom (through hidden vents inbetween the bricks). The kitchen is very functional and includes a Rayburn wood stove and oven, a walk-in pantry and plenty of cupboards and work bench areas.

Additional features of the house include a 1 acre landscaped garden with various fruit and ornamental trees and shrubs including Adrian’s garden folly, insulated ceilings, undercover parking for 2 cars, 15 ft high blue gum ceilings, satellite dish for internet and television, built-ins in all bedrooms, internal laundry with storage space and toilet, a computer/office nook in one of the bedrooms and a large open workshop.

Farmwise, there is a huge, hidden water tank for the cattle, irrigation, garden and general use and a rainwater tank looks after the kitchen’s needs. There is also a medium size shed for machinery and maintenance tools and a larger shed for the tractor, pumps and slasher. All machinery is included in the price of the property.

Finally, there is a separate and private pioneer cottage overlooking the pristine Bellinger River, with power and water connected. This consists of 1 bedroom and a sleepout, a kitchen and bathroom/toilet and it is heated by a slow combustion stove.

Come on, now you have the chance of owning your very own heaven on earth ….. now!

200 Acres of prime cattle raising property
400 Washington citrus grove
Dozens of assorted fruit trees & exotic plantings
3 separate titles with separate building entitlements
River frontage – water forever
21Ha, 40Ha and 19Ha
Large open, sunny living areas
High ceilings with fans
Open fireplace
Satellite dish for internet & television
40-50 head of cattle
Good return annually and is building
Never ending water
Privacy and seclusion
Separate cottage by river