A rare opportunity to secure a quality commercial macadamia orchard in the picturesque hinterland of Fernleigh, one of the Northern Rivers' most tightly held rural locations. Offering the rare combination of a productive income-producing enterprise and an exceptional Byron hinterland lifestyle, the property enjoys complete privacy, elevated panoramic hinterland and ocean views, and potential for dual occupancy (STCA). Conveniently located just 14 kilometres from Bangalow, 17 kilometres from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and approximately 24 kilometres from Byron Bay, this is a unique opportunity to secure both a commercial farming asset and a premium lifestyle estate.
Spanning 40.41 hectares featuring a large portion of mature macadamia with around 9,700 established trees. The gently undulating landscape has been thoughtfully developed for efficient commercial production, with well-established orchard rows, excellent machinery access, multiple water sources including frontage to Back Creek, and a balanced mix of productive orchard and support land. The scale, infrastructure and natural resources make the property ideally suited to established growers, investors or those seeking a productive agricultural enterprise.
The comfortable three-bedroom home is privately positioned within the landscape, surrounded by established greenery and natural light. A full-length verandah frames the residence, creating a peaceful setting to relax and take in the rural outlook. Inside, the home features open-plan living and dining areas, a functional kitchen, and a practical layout designed for easy everyday living.
Infrastructure supporting the property includes a substantial 9m x 6m garage adjoining the home, providing secure parking, workshop space or additional storage. A separate 32m² shed with carport and bathroom facilities adds further versatility, making it well suited to machinery storage, farm operations and orchard management.
Located within the Ballina Shire, the property offers an exceptional balance of commercial productivity, rural seclusion and coastal convenience. Whether you are expanding an existing macadamia enterprise, seeking a long-term agricultural investment, or pursuing a premium lifestyle property with genuine income-producing capability, 256 Kirklands Lane represents a rare offering in one of the Northern Rivers' most sought-after rural precincts.
The size of Fernleigh is approximately 11.3 square kilometres. The population of Fernleigh in 2016 was 297 people. By 2021 the population was 298 showing a population growth of 0.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Fernleigh is 50-59 years. Households in Fernleigh are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Fernleigh work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 74.00% of the homes in Fernleigh were owner-occupied compared with 87.30% in 2016.
Fernleigh has 113 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Fernleigh have seen a 8.29% increase in median value. As at 31 May 2026:
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