'Gadara' spans 105 acres of fertile country enriched by 500 metres of private Karuah River frontage- complete with crystal clear swimming holes, gentle rapids and your own private river beach. Set in the breathtaking Upper Monkerai Valley with sustainable agriculture at its heart.
Designed as a seamless blend of timeless heritage and modern convenience, this exceptional family orientated property features a renovated century old homestead and secondary guest accommodations. The current owners have carefully renovated in keeping with the historical importance of the homestead and constructed additional self-contained accommodation while investing in high tech surveillance/security and water management systems.
Whether you're seeking a family retreat, a weekend haven or an effortless working farm, 'Gadara' offers an easy transition available on a walk-in, walk-out basis (machinery separately purchased) with vendor technical support available to guide you every step of the way to make your rural dream a reality.
HOMESTEAD
Renovated century-old country residence that blends historic charm with modern convenience
Three bedrooms, a sleep-out and a home office equipped for high-speed internet, making it versatile for family living and administrative tasks
Bedrooms open to screened wrap-around verandahs, with stunning views from the homestead.
Enclosed screened, north-facing verandah overlooking the in-ground pool - This sun-drenched spot provides an informal meal area
Country kitchen with Smeg appliances, butler's pantry and rustic combustion woodfire
Reverse-cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans throughout, and hardwood timber floors providing an insight to the timber cutting heritage of the area
Convenient undercover driveway landing provides all weather arrival to your door
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
Retreat with polished concrete floors, kitchen, bathroom, wood fire and bi-fold doors framing views across the valley
Self-contained one-bedroom cabin with bathroom
WORKING FARM INFRASTRUCTURE
Well-positioned, professionally designed steel cattle yards with vet crush and scales
Enclosed machinery shed
Hay shed measuring 30m x 10m x 8m (approx.)
Original brick dairy, currently serving as farm storage
High-tech recording cameras with remote access and control - stock monitoring and security surveillance in one
14kW solar system, three-phase power available, new smart meters, fully rewired property
LAND
Approx. 16.5ha (41 acres) of fertile alluvial river flats - the productive heart of the property
12 paddocks with central laneway, built for easy rotational grazing
Kikuyu and clover base, rye grass over sown through Autumn
Approx. 23.5ha (58 acres) of clean undulating country with appropriate shade trees fenced into 9 paddocks of improved and native pastures
Electric fencing to all paddocks, fully compartmentalised
Regenerative, sustainable practices established: regular fertilising, mulching of paddocks and Autumn seeding under an ongoing pasture improvement and habitat maintenance program
Vendor currently runs 25 cows and calves, with capacity to carry up to 50 breeders under current management practices and permitting seasonal conditions
WATER
500m of Karuah River frontage
86ML irrigation licence
Irrigation points and K-line infrastructure in place
Mains-power pump from the river fills 4 x 22,500L header tanks, gravity-feeding troughs throughout
Fresh water access to every paddock, complemented by 7 dams
Water storage and connected pump controller accessed remotely by app - peace of mind while you're away
High average annual rainfall of approximately 1,100mm
Installation of water filter and water pressure system for the homestead and retreat
OPPORTUNITY
Idyllic camping locations across the property
Multiple opportunities for additional income, potentially through Airbnb or Agritourism
LOCATION
Scenic 40 minute drive to Gloucester, gateway to Barrington Tops, with major conveniences available such as Woolworths, hospital, golf course, cafes and hotels
Only 2 ½ -3 hrs to Sydney and 40 minutes to the M1 via The Bucketts Way
School bus service picks up from the front gate
This wonderful family orientated property has it all, technology assisted agriculture, potential additional income streams, private retreat and much much more. A special rural holding in the Upper Monkerai Valley, ready for its next chapter.
