526 Downs Road

Functional farming unit

This 23.556ha well-maintained farming block with Lismore stony silt loam soil throughout. Completely flat terrain, efficiently subdivided into 10 practical paddocks with quality deer fencing and professionally constructed yards. The central race system service the deer/ cattle yards, enabling efficient and safe stock movement and handling operations.

Reliable water infrastructure with dual wells at 50m and 27m depth, plus Waimakariri Irrigation stock water reticulated to all paddocks ensuring year-round supply. Currently 4.5ha of established lucerne showing strong performance, with scope for expansion. The property generates immediate income through an existing 11ha grazing lease arrangement.

The contour and shelter belts provide good protection from prevailing weather. Property offers shelter from weather and good vehicle access year-round due to free-draining soil structure. Set up and ready to run as a dedicated deer unit, cattle operation, or continue the current mixed-use system. All infrastructure is well-maintained and functional.

Priced at $790,000 (including GST).