1135 Darkwood Road, Bellingen NSW 2454

Set across approximately 15.26 hectares (37.7 acres) in the beautiful Darkwood Valley, 1135 Darkwood Road offers a rare opportunity to secure a substantial rural holding combining fertile country, Bellinger River access, extensive water infrastructure and a versatile residence.

North-facing and surrounded by established hardwood trees, abundant birdlife and refreshing country breezes, the property offers an enviable blend of rural lifestyle, privacy and genuine agricultural potential.

Whether you are looking to establish a productive rural lifestyle, return to farming, create a market garden, keep livestock or simply enjoy the freedom and space of country living, this property provides an exceptional foundation.

The Home

The residence centres around a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, creating a comfortable and versatile family space.
Beautiful timber ceilings feature throughout the upper level, complemented by striking exposed timber beams across both levels and unique stone walls downstairs. Together, these natural elements add warmth, texture and character, creating a distinctive home with genuine rural charm and individuality.
The current layout also offers exciting potential for further customisation. Subject to the required approvals, walls could be added to create four bedrooms, a hallway and an additional office or sunroom.

Features include:

• Spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area
• Galley kitchen with Westinghouse gas cooktop and oven
• Timber pantry and dishwasher
• Reverse-cycle air conditioning
• Wood heater to downstairs pool/rumpus room
• Large upstairs bathroom with spa bath and double shower
• Downstairs bathroom/laundry
• Two additional powder rooms
• Four toilets in total
• Dux Pro Flo 315L hot water system

Exceptional Rural Infrastructure

The property is well equipped for a range of rural pursuits, with two large farm machinery sheds, including an impressive 21m x 9m packing shed, plus a 12m x 6m storage shed. A concrete slab for a two-car carport is already in place, with provision for roofing and electricity for lighting.

Outstanding Water Resources

Water is a major asset, with:

• 24ML irrigation water licence
• Approx. 2ML livestock allocation
• Approx. 2ML domestic allocation
• 500,000L steel water tank
• 20,000L poly tank
• Three dams
• Bellinger River access and permanent three-phase pump site
• Submersible river pump
• Automated irrigation system and fertigation
• Underground 75mm irrigation supply
• Multiple irrigation access points
• Separate livestock and fire-fighting water systems

The combination of river access, licensed water, substantial storage and established irrigation infrastructure provides an excellent platform for future agricultural pursuits, subject to the relevant approvals and requirements.

Proven Agricultural History

The property has a long history of chemical-free and organic farming, having been pesticide and herbicide free for approximately 35 years and ACO Certified Organic for 23 years until 2023.

The existing infrastructure provides an ideal starting point for those wanting to re-establish farming or explore market gardening, vegetable growing, orchards, livestock or other rural pursuits.

A Lifestyle of Space & Freedom

With approximately 37.7 acres, there is plenty of room for gardens to grow, animals to roam and plans to evolve. Embrace the peace, privacy and natural beauty of the Darkwood Valley, while enjoying the convenience of being approximately 25.2km from the vibrant village of Bellingen.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property is conveniently connected to local schools, amenities and surrounding townships. Orama Public School is approximately 500m away, with Chrysalis Steiner School approximately 4.5km away and Thora General Store approximately 11.3km away. Urunga, Coffs Harbour and Coffs Harbour Airport are also within easy driving distance.

Properties combining fertile country, river access, significant water resources, established agricultural infrastructure and a versatile home are rarely offered to the market.

1135 Darkwood Road is an opportunity to create the rural lifestyle you have been dreaming of.

Property Details

• Land: 15.26Ha (37.7 acres) approx.
• Aspect: North-facing
• Bellinger River access
• Water: 24ML irrigation
• Water storage: 500,000L + 20,000L tanks
• Power: Single & three-phase
• Solar: 10kW with new inverter
• Sheds: 21m x 9m packing shed + 12m x 6m storage shed
• Organic history: ACO Certified Organic for 23 years until 2023
• Chemical free: Approximately 35 years
• Council rates: $2,460.48 per annum approx.
• School bus pickup at the front gate

Inspections are highly recommended to appreciate the scale, setting and potential of this unique rural property.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, contact Warren Weick 0427 552 287.

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested parties should make and rely upon their own enquiries.

Property Features

• Beautiful breezes
• Deck
• Dishwasher
• Floorboards
• Outdoor Entertaining Area
• Private and Quiet Location
• Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
• River Access
• Rumpus Room
• Shed
• Solar Panels
• Water Tank
• Wood Heater
• Workshop