119 Leske Road

Birdwood SA 5234

Productive flats are balanced by undulating rising ground on the northern side of Hannaford's creek, with red gum shelter trees predominant throughout the property. Historically sown to perennial pastures comprising principally of fescues with clover and annual grasses the land is in sound condition. Many paddocks are double fenced with mature shelter belts and raceways separate paddocks to allow easy transfer of stock over the entire property.
Improvements include a C1937 stone shed of approximately 272sqm equipped with 8 stables/foaling yards plus general storage. Huge workshop/farm equipment shed, grain silo, cattle yards, round yard, day yards, shelter sheds - the list is extensive. Water security is guaranteed via the 14.8 meg water licence, 3 phase bore, mains water and a reliable rainfall. Two creeks traverse the farm adding value, beauty and a couple of perfect camp sites. If you are lucky, there might be a few yabbies in the dam for the BBQ.

Located 2km north of Birdwood, the stud easily maintains its primary production status and is central to all major regions and the services they provide. Sheridan Park represents an excellent investment with water security, land use diversity and a location second to none.

Homestead:
-C1910 stone and brick homestead which has been extended, re-roofed and insulated.
-Approximately 275.8m2 with high ceilings.
-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas & 2 dining areas.
-Mature tree garden setting bordered by lawns.
-Pop-up sprinkler system + bushfire sprinklers in paddocks on the south and west sides.
-8 panel solar system and single phase power to house.
Water:
-14.8 Meg water licence included in sale.
-Equipped 3 phase bore, approx. 10,000gph estimated 1,200mg/L.
-Steel rain water tank, approx. 100,000 litre for domestic use.
-2nd poly tank in north eastern paddock.
-One dam, two creeks and mains water.
-Rainfall averages between 700 - 800mm.
Shedding, improvements & paddocks:
-28 paddocks plus 14 horse shelters. Boundary fencing is mostly set up with 6 wires and the majority has electric fencing. Internally there is a mixture of standoff electric wires plus 2 or 3 wire fences.
-Circa 1937 substantial stone and wooden framed building of approximately 272sqm. Comprising 4 horse stables (approx. 13.8 x 9.3m). Adjoining tack/storage area (original shearing shed) approx. 13m x 7.3m plus adjoining 4 stables with foaling yards (approx 13.8 x 7.3m).
-Steel framed shed (12.9 x 13.6m) with 6 Steel mesh horse stables.
-Workshop, machinery/hay shed - steel framed and iron clad with 3 phase power connected. Portion concrete floor.
-Round yard, approximately 20m in diameter with steel mesh fencing.
-60 tonne self-emptying silo.
-Steel roll top mesh cattle yards, complete with crush and ramp. Working capacity 20-30 head.
-One shipping container, wood shed and dog runs.
Existing Use:
-Currently used as a horse breeding and agistment facility. The estimated carrying capacity by the owner has been between 50 to 70 horses. Zoned rural, primary production.
Location, attractions and travel times:
-30 minutes to Barossa Valley, Gawler or the River Murray playground.
-40 minutes to Tollgate via Freeway or 30 minutes to Tea Tree Gully.
-Adelaide Hills polo grounds in Woodside. 15 minutes travel.
-Central for regional horse shows and competitions.
-Mt Crawford forest and endless riding. 5 minutes travel.

Top 3 things the owner loves:
-The land for its beauty and rich soils.
-Drought proof water sources.
-Huge gums and tree lined creeks.