Upper Hunter Trophy Property

Location: A blue ribbon Upper Hunter stud address, Ballygrove is situated on the Pages River in the picturesque Blandford area, 37 kilometres north east of Scone. Ideally positioned to walk mares into the leading nearby stallions at Arrowfield, Godolphin , Vinery, Kitchwin Hills and Newgate. Enjoying a moderate climate, Ballygroves' location affords the property outstanding 360 degree views of surrounding studs, grazing lands and the Liverpool Ranges.

Land: A unique parcel of land comprising approximately 284 Acres/ 115 Hectares acres of highly suitable horse country. Ranging from irrigable river and creek flats through to undulating open basalt country, Ballygrove is the
perfect farm to breed and rear thoroughbred horses.

Pastures: Extensive history of annual cropping and fertiliser application over the property. Although able to carry a high number of stock, the property has been well maintained and looked after ensuring productivity and presentation.

Water: A feature of the property with frontage to the Pages River and Scott's Creek Creek. Irrigation licence of 71 units from the River, and 2 equipped bores ensure productivity and reliability. Irrigation mains enable approximately 65 Acres to be watered.

Stud improvements:
-Night watch office
-2 stallion boxes
-2 mare and foal boxes
-6 stables and vet crush
-machinery and feed shed
-5 mesh yards with vet crush
-hay shed with adjoining covering shed, 2 stables and vet crush.
-tar sealed access roads

Homestead: Situated in a strategic position away from the hustle and bustle of the farm, the architect designed homestead is set in established gardens and has magnificent views. With high ceilings and 2 large living areas, the well presented homestead features:

- New roof
- New carpet
- Repainted internally
- New bathroom
- New ducted air conditioning

Staff/ Guest housing: New and immaculately presented self contained 1 bedroom unit. 2 separate 1 bedroom units

 

Michael Burke Managing Director 0499 588 133