LANCEWOOD Large Scale Irrigated Hay Farming Enterprise + Grazing, with Exceptional Water Security
Set on the banks of the mighty Burdekin River, Lancewood presents an outstanding opportunity to secure a large-scale, turnkey farming enterprise in the tightly held Charters Towers region. Combining scale, water security and quality infrastructure, this versatile property is ideally suited to hay production, grazing and future agricultural expansion.
Spanning approximately 1490.10 hectares (3,689 acres) of freehold land plus an additional 52.1 Ha of leasehold land, Lancewood offers a highly productive mix of irrigated farmland and grazing country. The property is supported by significant water resources, including approximately 3,929ML of tradeable water allocations, underpinned by the ever reliable, mighty Burdekin River.
Key Features
Approx. 500 acres under irrigation via four centre pivots
Additional ~400 acres of cleared land with further irrigation or dryland farming potential
Substantial water security with 5 allocations totalling approx. 3,929ML
Mix of productive fertile river loams and grazing land
Capacity to conservatively run ~200 AE cattle year-round
Infrastructure & Improvements
Lancewood is exceptionally well improved, offering multiple accommodation options and extensive operational infrastructure:
Comfortable 3-bedroom main homestead which is full air-conditioned
Two-bedroom cottage plus 5-bedroom donga
Two large hay sheds (approx. 19m x 40m) with capacity of 1,500 big square bales each
54m x 12m machinery shed
Workshop/stable facilities and supporting infrastructure
Well-constructed steel cattle yards (approx. 400 head capacity)
Water & Irrigation
Water is a standout feature of Lancewood, providing reliability and flexibility for production:
Direct access to the Burdekin River, Australia's largest river by peak discharge volume
Bore supplying house and stock water
Multiple dams, lagoons and ring tank water storage
Diesel-powered centre pivots with established irrigation infrastructure
Production & Potential
Currently utilised for hay production, Lancewood grows improved varieties including Rhodes grass, with proven capability for high-yield output. The fertile soils also offer excellent potential for diversified cropping and horticulture, including vegetables, citrus, melons and other high-value crops.
In addition, previous development works provide a foundation for a potential feedlot operation, supported by abundant water and feed resources.
Location
Approx. 130km from Charters Towers
Approx. 140170km from Townsville
This strategic location offers access to livestock markets, processing facilities and regional services, while maintaining the productivity and lifestyle of a premium river property.
Additional Highlights
Approx. 3,000 acres of grazing country with fencing infrastructure
Category X land (approx. 580ha) providing flexibility
Walk-in walk-out sale with plant and equipment included
Recreational appeal with fishing, boating and river access
Lancewood is a rare offering delivering scale, water security and versatility, making it one of the most compelling irrigation and mixed farming opportunities in North Queensland.
Disclaimer: The above report has been prepared by Slaney & Co based on information supplied by the property owner and other credible sources. Every endeavour has been made to verify its accuracy. Whilst we trust the information to be correct, we make no warranties nor guarantees, and prospective purchasers must rely on their own enquiries & research. © Copyright Slaney & Co
