"Blair Athol" 2340 Campfire Road Walcha NSW 2354

Blair Athol
2340 Campfire Rd Walcha NSW
957 Hectares - 2366 Acres

New England high country grazing. Ideal breeding or backgrounding country

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 20 acres of improved pastures in the higher part of the property around the improvements. 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 Blair Athol. This country is renowned for its natural springs and crystal-clear creeks. Double frontage to Branch and Fairy ground creeks along with 19 dams of which many are spring fed. A reliable rainfall of 790mm / 32 Inch per annum.

Agricultural Improvements:
Blair Athol is regarded as a relatively easy property to manage with very good fencing throughout, incorporating 15 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. 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. 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. Plenty of room to build a second set of cattle yards or stable complex. Shooters hut at the rear of the property.

The 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. 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.
It has been discussed that Blair Athol would be an ideal block for a cattle operation for pure breeding purposes or run as a back grounding operation. Vendor estimates a conservative 250 Cow and Calf carrying figure or 400 plus background cattle.

For sale by private treaty. Inspections are by appointment only. Information Memorandum available upon request.