"Arawa" 2388 Campfire Road

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About this property

"Arawa" 2338 Campfire Rd Walcha NSW 1473 Hectares - 3641 Acres Location: Well situated 34 km to Walcha. 27 km to Woolbrook. 80 km to Tamworth. 95 Km to Armidale. The Country: A great variation of country from fertile creek flats to rolling hills leading into well sheltered mountains. The country has a good soil base of alluvial loam, basalt and trap. Approximately 30 Hectares / 75 Acres of improved pastures in the higher part of the property around the improvements. There is an approximate area of introduced Rye grass of some 267 Ha / 660 Acres. The balance of the country consists of natural seasonal pastures ideal for grazing. There is a good super history of single super spanning back over the years with the potential of improving pasture growth with an application of future fertilization and introduced pastures. Current management has always been very active on noxious and woody weeds control, ensuring the maximum potential for pasture growth. There is a good balance of timber on the property ensuring that livestock are not exposed during the winter months including Yellow and White box, Apple gum, Stringy bark and Kurrajong. At the time of listing the property has a large body of feed. Water: Water is one of the many features of Arawa. This country is renowned for its natural springs and crystal-clear creeks. Double frontage to Branch and Fairy ground creeks along with 58 dams of which many are spring fed. A reliable rainfall of 805mm / 32 Inch per annum. Tough system in place and 40,000 Gal of rainwater storage.15,000 Gal of water storage for the troughs. Agricultural Improvements: Arawa is regarded as a relatively easy property to manage with very good fencing throughout, incorporating 20 paddocks and a laneway system. There is a set of cattle yards located in the centre of the property to assist in time management of cattle handling along with a second set higher up in the property for loading and unloading. The property has been run as a mixed grazing operation over the years of both sheep and cattle. An impressive large 4 stand woolshed is well placed with a quality set of steel sheep yards attached. A second smaller woolshed with yards used for crutching. Both the fine wool and cross bred lamb markets have been targeted by management over the years. Large 4 bay hay shed with one enclosed bay. Machinery shed 15m x 18m and a work shop 6m x 12m.Storage shed at the main home 9m x 18m and a granny flat currently being used for storage. Numerous other smaller sheds. 3 grain silos. Solar system in place. The Main Home: A well built 4 bedroom brick home with 2 ensuite's and plenty of space. The home is surrounded by a well established garden and a lot of old growth trees. The home is set well back off the main road ensuring privacy. The Second Home: A charming country home built in a very well-established garden. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and plenty of living space. A nice open kitchen and plenty of storage space. A stylish deck overlooks the inground pool and beside the home is a lockable 4 car garage. A very neat and tidy home with a warm country aspect and ambience and an acceptable distance from the main home. There is also a solar system supplying the house and sheds. Production and Highlights: Current management have successfully carried out a mixed grazing enterprise of running cattle, fine wool merinos and crossed bred lambs. Calves are weaned and fattened on farm taken out to feeder or export weight. It has been discussed that Arawa would be an ideal block for a cattle operation for pure breeding purposes or run as a backgrounding operation. Vendor estimates a conservative 520 Cow and Calf carrying figure or 800 plus background cattle. Inspections are by appointment only and an Information Memorandum can be emailed by contacting the agent. Simon Burke 0427 634 341

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