238 Hemmings Lane Upper Barron QLD 4883

Property Overview:
Offered for the first time on the market, Old Mates Farm is a sprawling 160-acre property featuring diverse landscapes, including approximately 25 acres of grazing land and 35 acres of lush rainforest on the eastern side of Deep Creek Rd. The remaining 100 acres to the west border's the Herberton Range National Park, seamlessly blending into the natural surroundings. With its mixture of open paddocks, rainforest, and river frontage, this property is one of the most scenic and rare parcels on the Atherton Tablelands.

The property boasts over 900 meters of Barron River frontage, with riparian water rights for livestock. The river is teeming with wildlife such as platypus, catfish, and sooty grunter, and the banks have been extensively revegetated, enhancing its sustainability, beauty, and biodiversity. Additionally, Moran Creek, a permanent and crystal-clear stream, enters the property at a stunning waterfall and flows through the eastern 60 acres, eventually joining the Barron River.

The grounds are beautifully maintained, offering park-like settings for both owners and guests to enjoy. With abundant rainfall, the property has a total of 99,000 litres of water storage across five tanks, distributing water to various points throughout the 60 acres. Additionally, there is a 5-megaliter surface water license for any future tourism needs, offering a reliable backup water supply in dry periods.

Location:
Located just 15 minutes from Atherton township via the Kennedy Highway, and 1.5 hours from Cairns via the Gillies Highway or Kuranda Range. This unique property is centrally placed on the Atherton Tablelands offering convenience yet totally private.

Infrastructure:
This property is already equipped with essential infrastructure, including approved structures and some requiring engineering upgrades to gain full regulatory approval. The main house and carport are fully approved, connected to town water, Ergon power, and a septic system. There is also regular rubbish collection and mail delivery. School buses service the area. The modern rustic house offers simple, comfortable living with spectacular views across grazing paddocks, rainforest, and complete privacy.

Three charming character huts and a barn with old vehicles, garage and sulkies is centrally located for guests and are part of the property's existing tourism facilities. These huts are approved under the 2024 Tourist Park approval but will need engineering upgrades to be officially occupied. Alternatively, these structures can be replaced with new ones of the owner's choice. In addition, designated camping areas are spread across the property, offering private and intimate camping experiences, ideal for multigenerational families. Each campsite comes with a covered fireplace and water tap.

Western 100 Acres & Recreation:
The 100-acre western section of the property is a natural haven, home to towering trees, abundant birdlife, and native wildlife such as tree kangaroos. A network of well-maintained tracks and trails provides perfect opportunities for bushwalking, horse riding, and mountain biking. It's like owning your own private national park.

Farm & Livestock:
The property currently supports a variety of livestock and features extensive infrastructure for animal care. The farm is home to:
• 50 chickens, geese, ducks, and guinea fowl
• 10 Pygmy goats
• 5 Dorper sheep
• 2 miniature donkeys
• 2 miniature horses
• 10 cattle
• 4 pigs with piglets – (provision for)
The grazing land is fenced into approximately 15 paddocks, with well-maintained sheep and goat yards, horse stables, and animal shelter enclosures. There are relocatable steel cattle yards with a loading ramp and crush, as well as an animal tandem axle trailer for livestock transport. The property is serviced regularly by a local stock feed supplier and veterinarians familiar with the setup, and a farrier visits as needed for the horses and donkeys.

Tourism Potential:
The property is fully approved for tourism activities with two key permits in place:
1. Nature-Based Tourism: This approval allows camping for up to 12 people per night in two designated campsites, Horseshoe and Ferns. This approval was issued in 2017 and is currently used periodically.
2. Tourist Park: An additional 74 people can camp per night, with another 30 day visitors allowed. This approval is subject to additional infrastructure work, as outlined in the Development Approval documentation.

The property is also located within a 20-acre/8-hectare precinct and offers opportunities for further subdivision, subject to council approval. The second Tourist Park approval permits the construction of two houses on the property, and the existing house may be converted into a kiosk.

Additional Features:
• The property includes a collection of old vehicles and machinery, many of which are still in working order and used around the farm, as well as horse-drawn sulkies.
• The property has a 2023 Kyoti 70-horsepower tractor with under 70 hours, still under warranty.
• There is a fully functioning website for guest bookings and a self-check-in system.
• The property with business is available on a walk-in, walk-out basis.

The Opportunity:
Whether you're seeking a private lifestyle, an income-generating tourism venture, or a retreat for multigenerational living, Old Mates Farm offers unparalleled beauty and potential. Only 13 km from Atherton, this property can serve as your private nature reserve, a family-run farm, or a retirement plan. With its unique combination of diverse landscapes, ample infrastructure, and tourist appeal, it's an opportunity that's rare and unique on the Atherton Tablelands. The camping visitation is currently only open and operated for very limited dates at the discretion of the semi-retired owners who balance this with there own travel and other business interests'

For more information, visit the website or follow on social media:
Website: www.oldmatesfarm.com.au
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/oldmatesfarm
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/oldmatesfarm

For further details and to organize your inspection Contact Exclusive Agent Rino Gava on
0427 779 086 or e-mail rino@girgentigroup.com

Fencing

fully fenced

Improvements

pastures, dwelling, fence, sheds

Irrigation

bore

Services

school bus, mail

Property Features

• Broadband
• Fully Fenced
• Outdoor Entertaining Area
• Solar Panels