523 Oneils Lane

Wattle Range SA 5280

Comprising two titles totalling approximately 422.3 hectares (1,042 acres), the property has been held by the same family for 50 years. During this time, significant investment has been made in pasture improvement, fencing, water infrastructure, shelter, laneways and extensive farm facilities.
A credit to the vendors, this is a property where the time consuming and costly maintenance has largely been undertaken, providing the incoming purchaser with the opportunity to step straight into a highly productive and well managed farming operation.

PROPERTY DETAILS
Section 28, Hundred of Short
Certificate of Title Volume 6088 Folio 880
103 Hectares (254.42 acres)

Section 29, Hundred of Short
Certificate of title Volume 6088 Folio 72
319.3 Hectares (788 acres)

Total: Approximately 422.3 hectares (1,042 acres)

LOCATION

Situated in the renowned Green Triangle, on South Australias Limestone Coast, the property is conveniently located just 17 kilometres east of Millicent.

The District enjoys an annual average rainfall of more than 700mm, supporting strong pasture growth and providing an ideal environment for livestock production.

With the current owners mating 1800 self replacing highlander ewes and 120 Angus cows, this property is recognised for its high livestock carrying capacity, with the ability to consistently produce outstanding finished lambs and weaner calves seasonally.

LAND AND PASTURES

The land is principally flat, with productive black loam and sandy loam soils over clay subsoils, together with smaller areas of fertile black peat in low lying areas.

Fertiliser has been applied annually at approximately 100 120kg per hectare for almost five decades, reflecting the familys long term commitment to maintaining soild fertility and pasture productivity.

Following an ongoing pasture renovation program, many of the pastures are improved and comprise a productive mix of :
Strawberry Clover and sub clovers
Balanas clover
Ryegrass
Phalaris
Cocksfoot
Chicory

Several paddocks form part of a rotational grazing program and include annual fodder crops such as Pallaton raphno, brassics and chicory providing valuable seasonal feed and supporting high levels of livestock production.

SHELTER AND STOCK COMFORT

A standout feature of the property is the considerable thought and investment that has gone into livestock comfort and shelter.

Extensive tree lines provide valuable protection from the wind, as well as shade during warmer periods. These range from impressive, well established 40 year old Cyprus shelter belts through to juvenile plantings established within the past one to five years, including a variety of gums, melaleucas and sheoaks.

This investment provides both immediate and long term benefits to livestock welfare and pasture productivity.


FENCING, WATER AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Over the past five years, numerous paddocks have been subdivided to compliment high lamb production, with significant investment in new fencing and paddock infrastructure.

The property has nine bores across the two titles, including two recently installed solar powered systems, with the remaining bores serviced by windmills.
Water troughs are either new or maintained to a high standard, with gravel bases and surrounds.

Gateways and central all weather laneways are also gravel, providing excellent access and allowing livestock and machinery to be moved efficiently across the property, year round.

EXCEPTIONAL LIVESTOCK FACILILTIES

Attention to detail is evident throughout the property, particulary in the livestock handling facilities.

The sheep yards feature concrete flooring, with undercover main working area, including the multi function bugle yards (suited to weighing, drafting and treating) and Pro-Way bulk handler - protected by an impressive 17.5m x 13m x 3.6m roof.

The undercover yards, elevated shearing shed and internal pens provide capacity to hold approximately 650 700 sheep under cover, offering protection from the elements during handling and shearing.

The Galvanised Cattle yards also feature concrete flooring, have an undercover work area, cattle crush, cement loading ramp and storage shed, with a rainwater tank nearby for convenience.

SHEARING SHED

The raised-floor shearing shed measures approximately 22m x 12m and includes a recently added 6m x 2.7m kitchen area.

Features include:

Four near new Heiniger EVO Shearing plants
Recently converted from a three stand to a four stand drop chute configuration
Elevated
Internal hardwood pens and gratings
Recently added kitchen area
External Bathroom facilities
5000 gallon rainwater tank

The quality and scale of the facilities provide an efficient and highly functional working environment for both livestock and operators.

HOMESTEAD

The solid red brick colonial style home, with colourbond roof and single garage under the main roof, provides comfortable accommodation on the property.
The home has been freshly painted throughout, with the original timber floorboards in the living areas and hallway recently painted.
Accommodation comprises
Three Bedrooms, all carpeted, with built in robes to two bedrooms
Kitchen and Dining area with vinyl flooring
Timber cabinetry
Gas cooktop
Wall oven
Pantry
Lounge room and second living area
New light fittings
Main Bathroom with bath, toilet and vanity
Newly renovated second bathroom with toilet and shower
Laundry/mud room with newly installed cupboards, benchtop and trough
Air conditioning
Wood heating in the lounge
Ceiling fans to bedrooms one and two
The home combines colonial character with a number of recent improvements, making it well suited to both family living and farm operations.

SHEDDING AND WORKSHOP FACILITIES

The property offers excellent storage and shedding with all sheds having cement floors, including two substantial steel-framed implement sheds with sliding doors

Implement Shed 1
18m x 6m x 3.9m with a rear extension measuring 9m x 3m
Power connected

Implement Shed 2
12.3m x 9m x 3.6m

Workshop
Timber framed, enclosed workshop measuring 18m x 6m
Power connected

These facilities provide ample room for seed, machinery, implements, vehicles, workshop activities and general farm storage.

DOG FACILITIES

A large fully plumbed, shaded four bay enclosed dog run, complete with raised kennels, provides excellent dedicated facilities for working dogs.

AN OUTSTANDING FARMING OPPORTUNITY

523 ONeils Lane represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, highly productive and exceptionally well developed livestock property in a tightly held part of the Limestone Coast.

With 50 years of family ownership, the property has benefited from a long term commitment to fertility, pasture improvement, fencing, water, sheltered and livestock infrastructure.

The combination of productive soils, reliable rainfall, improved pastures, extensive water infrastructure, excellent shelter, efficient livestock handling facilities, quality shedding and a comfortable home means the property is well positioned for immediate and continued productive use.

The hard work has been done. The infrastructure is in place. The opportunity now is to make this outstanding property your own,