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Description

"Midlands" a large-scale grazing property in the renowned New England region of NSW is perfectly positioned close to Guyra, and central to Armidale, Inverell and Glen Innes and offers the astute buyer with a well set out and lovingly cared for 2,486 ac block with good infrastructure. It is suited to both sheep and cattle and with frontage to George’s Creek and two equipped bores it has outstanding water and an excellent body of feed.

Area
2,486.3 acres (1006.2 hectares) of freehold land

Location
22 km northwest of Guyra, 57 km from Armidale

Homestead
‘Midlands’ boasts a lovely, modern brick and tile homestead, comprising four bedrooms, master with new ensuite and walk-in robe. Two bedrooms have builtins and all catch the morning sun. The main bathroom has both bath and shower with separate toilet.

The kitchen has been recently renovated and includes a double electric wall oven, large induction cooktop, double drawer dishwasher, large island bench and a Homewood Stove that provides, hot water, hydronic heating and amazing cooking throughout the cooler months. Storage is in abundance with a walk-in pantry and loads of drawer and cupboard space. There is a formal lounge and dining area with wood heating and an everyday dining and lounge that flows through to the lovely spotted gum deck which makes the most of the stunning garden views.

In addition to the homestead there is a well appointed, three bedroom, one bathroom workman’s cottage, which is currently rented to excellent tenants.

Other Improvements
3 stand steel woolshed with flat timber board, skillion and steel yards, mostly steel cattle yards with race, suspended crush with weigh bars, calf race and cradle and excellent trucking ramp, small hay shed, 24m x 15m heavy duty, insulated clear span steel machinery shed with concrete floor, power, lights with 4 entry points, 18m x 9m shed with concrete floor, power, lights and attached chemical shed, butcher shop with power, water and 12m2 cool room, 30kva backup generator, above ground steel 4 cage dog run, 15 tonne silo, second timber three stand shearing shed with yards and a further 2 sets of sheep yards strategically located throughout the property.

Soils & Pastures
Mostly New England basalt and trap soils with some loamy creek flats. The block is gently undulating and estimated to be 75% arable. Timbers include yellow box, stringy bark, red gum, white gum and a ridge of snow gum. Midlands has a history of regular fertiliser application. Pastures include fescues, red and white clovers, rye, cocksfoot, plantain, and chicory with 130 acres sown down to Yallara oats.

Fencing
Property is subdivided into 32 paddocks. Fencing is in excellent to fair order, being a mixture of plain wire and hinge joint. Boundary is combination of plain wire and netting.

Water
Water supply is excellent with approximately 1.5km double frontage to George’s Creek. There are two equipped bores and 33 dams of varying sizes and several troughs. The homestead is serviced by 70,000 gallons of rainwater storage for the house and exceptional dam water for the garden and the cottage has two 6,000 gallon poly tanks. The troughs are connected to a 6,000 gallon poly tank which can be filled from the bore and gravity feeds to the troughs. Annual rainfall is around 900mm.

Carrying Capacity
Running a combination of cattle, wool and prime lamb production, Midlands operates around 9,500 dse, with additional forage crops and pasture improvements this could be increased. The ability of ‘Midlands to produce prime livestock year after year is a testament to the quality of the property.

Climate
The New England region of New South Wales is renowned for enjoying four distinct seasons and stunning autumn colours. The region enjoys mild summers and cool, clear frosty winters plus is considered by many to be one of the safest rainfall areas in New South Wales.

Services
Power, mobile phone service, telephone, mail services 3 days per week. Air & rail services from Armidale. School bus at mailbox to all schools in Guyra. Livestock selling facilities at Guyra, Inverell and Armidale.

"Midlands" symbolises the exemplary grazing property, offering a blend of natural beauty, modern comforts, and agricultural productivity. Midlands consists of two distinct titles, which are rated separately. This property offers unparalleled flexibility and versatility. Enquire with us today to secure your rural farming lifestyle! Inspections welcome by appointment with agent.

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