“Marindah” is located in the picturesque valley of Smiths Creek, Kyogle in northern NSW. The Queenslander style home is set on a north facing hill with pretty valley and creek views.
At the back of the homestead, a permanent spring gully runs into two beautiful dams, one flowing into the other. The spring has been watering the property since 1925. Irrigation and electric pump are in place from the lower dam that provides water to the house and yard, cattle yards, troughs and shed. An easement to Smith’s Creek exists and pumping from the creek is possible if desired. Two 5000 gallon rainwater tanks water the house with the option of a gravity system or electric pressure pump.
The dairy has been converted into a large 4 bay machinery shed with two separate workshop areas. The access to the shed is suitable for a truck to turn. A two bay carport is located at the rear of the house with space for another bay alongside.
Surrounding the house are 3 paddocks that are suitable for cattle or horses. There is also a separate creek paddock watered by Smith’s Creek. The property consists of 2 titles, a 44 acre parcel and a 103 acre paddock with a separate dwelling entitlement. The majority of the property is north facing and includes a timbered ridge with beautiful views down over the homestead and its setting in the Smiths Creek valley. The run off from the ridge quickly fills the dams so the property has an abundant water supply through all seasons including drought. Cattle are simply mustered down the hill.
Handy to the homestead is a set of steel cattle yards with crush, adjustable loading ramp, water, power and shade. The yards could be easily converted for horses. An all weather fully fenced driveway services the house and cattle yards.
The home is simple, spacious and easy to maintain. The rooms are large with high ceilings and ceiling fans. The ceiling is fully insulated and there is a combustion heater. The polished floor throughout the home is original hardwood. The home consists of two separate living areas opening through French doors to 3m wide verandahs at the front and back; an eat in old style country kitchen that opens to the north verandah; 3 large bedrooms; 1 bathroom with clawfoot bath; separate toilet; a laundry and a wide central hallway.
The layout of the house is very flexible. The loungeroom could be converted to a fourth bedroom if necessary. The back living area could be used as the loungeroom or office. The design of the kitchen enables it to be easily changed around if desired. The home is presently furnished to suit its old Queenslander character, however, the neutral colour scheme, fittings and fixtures would also suit modern day furnishing. Furniture for storage is negotiable with the sale of the property. The carport could easily be converted into a studio/granny flat.
Brick paths meander through the gardens that are well established and cared for. There is a white post and rail fence around the house yard and another adjoining yard that can also be used by dogs or planted for a home orchard. The latter contains a wind/frost break that shelters the house. The children’s cubby house and swings are set under a shady tree. The property has been a loved country family home for the current owners for the past 10 years. Everything is fresh, clean and cared for with nothing to do. Stumps, wiring, painting etc are all recent. The views, privacy, aspect and features of this property are not seen just driving past.
20 mins to Kyogle 50 mins to the heart of Lismore(via Omah road) 40 mins to Casino, 2.5hours to the Gold Coast and 3 hours to Brisbane. There is a school bus service to Kyogle past the front gate. Nearby leisure activities include Toonumbar dam for boating, a golf course, World Heritage National Parks, State Forest and local endurance horseriding events.