160 Rocky Gully Road
Crows Nest, QLD 4355

Overview

527 Acres Of Pure Potential - Undulating, Usable & Unmissable

This rural lifestyle property offers an exceptional opportunity with over 527 acres (213 hectares) of cleared, undulating country that extends to black soil flats. The land is highly usable and includes 25 acres of cultivation flats dedicated to hay production, which has been successfully used for over 20 years for lucerne and cereal crops. The property is divided into 18 internal paddocks featuring a mix of native and improved grasses, suitable for both horses and cattle.

Access to the property is excellent, with 2.5 kilometers of frontage along the New England Highway and an additional 2 kilometers of road frontage on Rocky Gully Road, which serves as the entrance. Located just 25 kilometers north of Crows Nest, the property benefits from proximity to essential services and amenities including shops, produce markets, medical centers, veterinary services, banks, gyms, restaurants, and schools. It is also conveniently situated approximately one hour north of Toowoomba and 2.5 hours west of Brisbane.

The residence is a comfortable timber home featuring three bedrooms, air conditioning, and a wood heater. The modern kitchen and bathroom provide contemporary living comforts, complemented by a wet room that includes laundry facilities and a second toilet. Outdoor living is enhanced by multiple entertaining areas including an enclosed sunroom, deck, screened patio, and a fenced house yard. For recreation, there is an 11 meter by 4.1 meter inground fresh water swimming pool with a pergola shelter, as well as a large fenced dog yard. The property also includes a two-car garage.

Water infrastructure on the property is comprehensive, with four water storage tanks and a stock bore that supplies water to eight paddocks. Additionally, there are eight dams and semi-permanent waterholes located along the gullies, ensuring reliable water sources for livestock and irrigation needs. The irrigation infrastructure includes one irrigation bore, underground 4-inch mains from the bore, 4-inch aluminum mains pipes, and 3-inch spray lines, supporting efficient water management for the cultivated areas.

Several sheds and outbuildings support the property's agricultural operations. These include a bunkhouse equipped with a kitchen, shower, and toilet; an 18 meter by 12 meter hay shed; an 18 meter by 15 meter machinery shed; a 15 meter by 9 meter hay shed; two general-purpose sheds; and a steel grain silo. Power supply is robust, featuring mains power supplemented by solar energy with 24 roof-mounted panels and a 5kW inverter that feeds back to the grid. Three-phase power is also available to the sheds.

Facilities for livestock are well developed, with timber stockyards, a steel crush, and scales for cattle management. For equestrian activities, the property offers a steel-panelled sand arena measuring 60 meters by 30 meters, suitable for all disciplines, a covered sand round yard with a 12-meter diameter, and an outdoor round yard.

This property represents a rare chance to acquire one of the larger blocks in the district. Last offered for sale in 2003, it combines productive agricultural land with natural beauty and a balanced lifestyle. The landscape is picturesque and supports diverse fauna including parrots, pademelons, echidnas, and a healthy koala population. With only one shared boundary, the property offers privacy and tranquility.

Whether you are an experienced farmer, seeking an Agri-Tourism investment, or a family desiring a country lifestyle, this property provides endless possibilities. The infrastructure improvements enhance its functionality and efficiency, making it a versatile and valuable asset in the region.

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