This property really does represent an opportunity to an astute purchaser who can recognise a property as a comfortable home, wonderful environment, sound investment, and with so many options and potential for development and usage. Solid comfortable earth load bearing brick, three bedroom homestead set on seventy three acres, predominantly pasture, but with fantastic natural shelter and environment for both home and livestock.

The property encompasses approximately 73 acres (29.4 hectares), a 26 square stone/pressed earth brick, three bedroom residence (with built in robes), open plan kitchen, dining, lounge and study area with cathedral timber ceiling, colour bond roof, cedar colonial windows, and veranda enveloping the four sides of the residence. In addition an adjoining connected double garage extension with ensuite and small living area has been added to the living quarters in late 2012. The home is situated in a very private, sheltered position, but still elevated enough to be able to observe much of the farming area. The home is heated in winter by a fan forced wood heater, and during the summer months the veranda assists in maintaining a comfortable ambiance, yet during winter when the suns trajectory is lower allows in valuable warming sunlight.

The grounds of the property are well established and easily maintained. The grounds feature a number of storage and utility sheds, with the main shed being a 10m X 7m machinery shed-workshop and garage combination with wood heater and toilet facilities in the home compound, and with the addition of the new farm shed (see below) farm storage space is at a premium. The immediate grounds of the homestead have vermin proof fencing, with both vegetable and fruit gardens with additional vermin proof netting. The gardens boast apples, green guage, yellow plum, pear and quince trees, along with established berry beds.

Water for the property is sourced from one of the properties springs, and provides for both garden use and stock supply, and has in the past been used for domestic, still serving as a backup supply. Rainwater collected from the house roof and also the new double garage facility for domestic and is also collected and stored from the main shed which is sited in a more elevated position relevant to the homestead, and ensures a gravity fed water supply being available should there ever be a power outage. There is also further potential to harness the pristine spring waters on the property if more water was required for farming purposes.

In addition to the above its location provides options for development in combining rural and tourism enterprises. As a property so close to many of the regions tourist, sporting and recreational attractions it provides a level of privacy and opportunity that are a rare combination, and provide unique opportunities. Being situated between the tourist attractions of Tasmazia and the Lake Barrington International Rowing Course makes it a gateway of sorts and provides complementary business opportunities, as does its access to the many forestry tracks and trails of the area, as there are several well known and established horse trail riding destinations in the area. It is in close proximity to a number of the North West coasts wine cellar door destinations, and Lake Barrington boating and recreational areas. The property is divided by the National Parks access road to the Lake Barrington International rowing course, which provides a perfect opportunity for a business entrepreneur wishing to retain a private home and sanctuary, separate from a potential business enterprise.

For a purchaser or family simply wishing a well established moderate sized farm to run cattle, sheep, horses, or other livestock and make a supplementary income it is equally attractive, along with the fact that at some later stage or at resale the same options will still be available and make this such an attractive proposition. The property is very well fenced, with rural fencing supplemented with electric internal fencing supplementing the fence security and also used for further paddock subdivision, and sturdy sound stock yards complete the handling facilities. Also added to the property in April 2013 is a new 6 bay 24 metre by 9 metre rural farm shed for machinery and fodder storage.

The natural timber stands on the property provide not only invaluable shelter domestically and to livestock from the prevailing winter winds, but also an unlimited supply of firewood, and have many enchanting locations to enjoy the native highland forestry and mountain views. The undulating pastures, which provide for livestock also provide captivating views of the adjacent mountain ranges including Mount Roland, to enjoy while working the property, or ideal to site accommodation villas for an investor recognising the hospitality options of the property particularly with its proximity to the rowing course and competition requirements, and other established neighbouring hospitality attractions and venues. The opportunities for this property are only limited by a potential purchasers own personal vision and budget for its future use during their tenure.

The property is approximately 36 kilometres from Devonport by the most direct route, approximately 30 -35 minutes average drive and 42 kilometres via Sheffield. A little over an hour to Launceston Airport, and between one hour and a maximum of 2 hours to any of the West Cost and North West Mining sites for those wishing for a lifestyle farm within easy commuting range when not on shift or roster, this property is ideal for ease of access and minimal loss of down time due to travel. That and the lifestyle opportunities available so close by, also the opportunity to earn a supplementary income and enjoy a unique and quality family friendly environment make this a rare offering for any potential purchaser.

Property Code: 467