To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 1718
The original 'Smithfield Homestead' has been lovingly restored and maintained over many years in the Jiggi Valley. This stunning home was built by the Smith family circa 1890. Historically, Church services and local community dances were held in the large living room. You can visit this home's outhouse at the local Jiggi church.
The home is situated on 4.1 acres surrounded by established gardens, native wildlife, diverse birdlife, magnificent fig trees, diverse flora, and assorted fruit trees such as; mango, pecan, avocado, lime, blackberries, bush lemon, mandarin, guava, and more. It is nestled in a private, scenic rural location yet is an easy 13km to Lismore and 19km to Nimbin, enjoy shopping or a meal from a delicious range of cafes, restaurants, and iconic hotels. Byron Bay and Ballina beaches are 45 minutes away. Ballina Airport has daily flights to Sydney and Melbourne. Travel to the Gold Coast region in under 90 minutes or visit the rodeo's and Beef Week in Casino. Jiggi is blessed with local National Parks and water falls within a 15 minute drive.
Conveniently, the local Goolmangar General Store is located 2.4km down the road for supplies and to sampling local produce. Jiggi Hall offers yoga, singing, games night, and community feasts to ensure friendship, community spirit, and shared local knowledge. There are local schools and a child care centre. Adjacent to the property is a bus stop.
This iconic homestead has polished teak and rosewood floors throughout, original stained-glass windows and is appointed with many original heritage features. Some of these features include, a formal dining room, high ceilings, claw foot bath, potbelly stove, and timber screened french doors that lead onto wrap-around verandas.
Additional features of the property include an outside entertaining area, a detached studio with private entrance, fenced paddock perfect for horses or cattle, 3kw of solar panels, garden vegetable raised beds, a chicken house containing 8 laying rescue hens, a bee colony producing honey in a fig tree, gas heating connections, ceiling fans, air conditioning, rainwater storage plus a licensed bore for additional water requirements. The home is suitable for those looking for a more independent and sustainable lifestyle. Satellite NBN in service.
This beautiful home is an icon in the local community and set amongst other rural properties. Call for a private appointment.
To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 1718
