"Manificent Gum Studded High Country" - $750000

Description

72.43 hectares (approx 179) acres of superb high rainfall country located in the upper reaches of the hills near Mount Compass with an atmosphere very much like the alpine region in the eastern states yet with the advantage of being located 50 minutes to the city. The country is rolling in nature ranging through to steep in parts. Approx 30-40 acres of the land is semi-cleared scrub giving th property a beautiful park land appearance. Approx 75 acres are suitable to cutting hay and pasture fertilizer management has been kept to a high standard. The property is serviced by 4 good sized dams ensuring ample stock and domestic water. The property features an attractive T.F. home set amongst beautiful gardens of English garden trees, gums and incorporating extensive lawned areas. The home is exceptionally neat and tidy and well presented in all respects and features 4 bedrooms plus study/office, informal and formal living areas, compact but very functional kitchen with adjoining meals area, refurbished bathroom plus 2 toilets and laundry. Shedding is exceptional including hay and implement shed, workshop and storage plus shearing shed facilities. At present, the land is leased to the neighbouring dairy as part of their stock rotation and is a continuing option. The property is said to be able to carry 40-50 beef breeders and offers a lifestyle envied by many but enjoyed by only a few. inspection is a must. ZONING: Water Protection Zone in the District Council of Alexandrina. ALLOTMENT: 72.43 HA (Approx 178.97 acres) with metal road frontage to Mount Magnificent Road, Yundi. The property is rolling to steep in nature however a large percentage of the property is easily accessible by vehicle. Soils are primarily fertile loam type soils over clay with areas of Quartz and Iron Stone. The property is attractively dotted with large mature gums and has approximately 30-40acres of scrub which has been semi cleared and can still be grazed and gives the property a most beautiful parkland appearance. The pastures are as well above average and comprises mainly of Clovers, Perennial Rye, Cocksfoot & both annual & perennial grasses & its estimated that approx 75 acres (over 3 paddocks) are usually cut for hay. Fertilizer history has been maintained at a high standard & the amount of feed is a good indication that this is true. There are no substantial weed problems on the property. The property is divided into approx 11 paddocks with fencing generally being in fair to good condition. The property is serviced by 4 catchment dams, 3 of which are exceptionally large. Two of these dams are equipped, one with a 3hp diesel force pump & the other with a petrol force pump, both of which convey dam water via 1-1/2" poly line to a 5,000 gallon concrete tank located in an elevated position above the improvements, which in turn supplies the water for the various stock troughs, gardens & fire fighting facilities around the home. Services to the land include ETSA Main Power and Telstra. OTHER IMPROVEMENTS: * SF Iron Clad storage/shearing shed divided into two bays complete with part concrete floor, two sheep pens, with grating & timber shearing board & measuring approx. 50ft x 20ft. * SF Iron roofed & enclosed 3 sides hay shed measuring approx 50ft x 25ft & holding approx 120 round bales of hay. * SF Iron clad garage/workshop complete with part concrete floor, car pit, power & lighting. sliding doors enable the building to be locked if needed. This excellent shed has had a modern addition plus lean-to creating an exceptional workshop/project room, complete with combustion heater & skylights. * Post & rail implement/wood shed, iron clad on 3 sides & measuring approx 30ft x 15ft. * There are various other sundry sheds, including fowl house, bird aviaries & garden/pump shed. This pump supplies an extensive sprinkler system around the house, sheds & garden for fire protection using dam from the 5,000 gallon concrete tank and an additional 4,000 gallon reserve storage. * A modest set S F Cattle/sheep yards complete with loading ramp. * Domestic water is supplied via various rainwater tanks located around the home and sheds estimated to have a collective storage capacity of approx 16,000gallons & is pressurised for use in the home.