A rare opportunity to secure a substantial and well-developed rural holding, 'Moorabindah' has previously operated as a successful tree transplanting and nursery enterprise. The property offers extensive infrastructure, strong water security and a significant scale of established plantings, providing immediate capability and flexibility for a range of horticultural, cropping or grazing pursuits.
Positioned within the highly regarded Wharparilla district and close to the Murray River, 'Moorabindah' combines productive agricultural land with an appealing rural lifestyle and excellent accessibility to Echuca.
The property is offered for sale as a whole, with the potential to be sold as two separate parcels STCA, comprising Lot 5 of approximately 98 acres including the existing home and infrastructure, and Lot 3 of approximately 260 acres.
Key Features:
Approx. 144.13 hectares (356 acres) across two titles
Approx. 40,000 established trees, including ornamentals and palms
100 megalitre turkey nest dam with recycle system
River pumping capacity of up to 18 megalitres per day
Extensive trickle and flood irrigation infrastructure
Approx. 90% laser levelled
Large-scale shedding with concrete floor and 3-phase power
Private river reserve frontage with direct Murray River access
Water security is a key feature of the property, supported by 2 megalitres of Stock and Domestic water, a 100 megalitre turkey nest dam with 10-inch flood pump, recycle dam with large sump, two river pumps with separate power meters, and a 12-inch flood pump connected to a 4-inch pressure system. Total delivery capacity is approximately 18 megalitres per day.
In addition to the property, 753ML of High Reliability Water Share (Zone 7) is available for purchase at market value, providing an opportunity to further enhance the property's irrigation capacity and long-term productivity.
The circa 1950s double brick rendered home provides comfortable accommodation comprising three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, with high ceilings, a renovated kitchen completed in 2014, two separate living areas and a dedicated office.
The home is well supported by two split-system units, gas cooking and hot water. Established gardens surround the residence, which features an ornamental lake, wrap-around verandah and fully automated sprinkler system. A carport provides undercover parking, with a 100,000-litre Pioneer tank servicing the home.
The property is well equipped for a range of agricultural enterprises, with improvements including an enclosed machinery shed/workshop of approximately 36m x 14m (504sqm), featuring a concrete floor and 3-phase power, an amenities building with kitchen and bathroom facilities, and a former dairy currently utilised for storage.
Irrigation infrastructure combines trickle and flood systems, with approximately 90% of the property laser levelled, providing flexibility across horticultural, cropping and grazing operations.
An extensive inventory of approximately 50,000 trees is established across the property, including approximately 40,000 saleable trees. Plantings range from 2 to 15 years of age and provide both established scale and future production potential.
The property comprises a mix of productive soil types and is well suited to horticulture, cropping or grazing. The district receives an average annual rainfall of approximately 400450mm.
Located approximately 16km from Echuca, 90km from Bendigo and 220km from Melbourne, 'Moorabindah' offers an attractive balance of accessibility, productivity and rural privacy, appealing to buyers across Victoria, New South Wales and beyond.
Held by the Davis family for approximately 30 years, 'Moorabindah' represents a well-developed and tightly held rural asset with the scale, infrastructure and water resources to support a range of agricultural and lifestyle pursuits.
For inspections, please contact:
Oliver Boyd
0407 095 143
oliver.boyd@elders.com.au
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