This is a unique property located on the Northern outskirts of the Dunoon village, right in the popular Byron Bay hinterland.
It is called the Macadamia capital of Australia, and is one of Australia’s best kept secrets.
`Macglen’ has a long history, with its charm and geographic position. The original cottage is over 115 years old and research says it was used as a post office, Cob & Co transfer station and dairy farm. Today the home has been transformed, but still keeping the original look and style.
Built in cedar, teak and rosewood, this home has open plan design and a spacious deck which offers indoor-outdoor living at its best. Comprises 4 large bedrooms, 2 with ensuites and main bathroom, spacious kitchen, lounge and computer office. All rooms connect to a huge inside-outside entertainment area which overlooks palms and picturesque salt water in ground pool, which offers total privacy due to the landscaping. Smother grass covers gentle slopes, all machinable.
`Macglen’ is a prime producer macadamia farm which produces a great lifestyle plus income. With over 4000 trees with wide row spacing, the orchard is capable of producing 70 tonnes of nut in shell. Trees range from 8 – 24 years old. Large variety of mixed home fruit trees. State of the art dehusking plant, 3 large storage silos, large farm machinery under cover area. Separate large shed that could be ideal for storage, or can be converted to accommodation. All with 3 phase under ground power.
Water will never be a problem at `Macglen’ as the property is connected to town water, together with water tanks, dams, creek and bore.
2 titles covering 67 acres of fertile kraszon soil up to 6 meters deep, this property is scenic and very private, never to be built out. Permanent creek with seasonal water fall on the Western end of the property, and par 3 golf practice area, all as a bonus.
If required, this home would make an ideal farm home stay, B&B or restaurant as multi car space is no problem. The property can be leased, run by a farm manager or run it yourself.