‘Cumberoona’
1533 Woodville Road, Binda NSW
Presented
Proudly
by Ray White Goulburn & Crookwell
‘Cumberoona’ –Grandeur on a Remarkable Scale.
It is with great pride that we present ‘Cumberoona’ to the market a property that stands as one of the most remarkable rural holdings in New South Wales.
At over 1,552 hectares (3,835 acres), this estate combines productivity, scale, and natural beauty in a way few others can match.
Opportunities to secure a holding of this calibre are exceptionally rare, and it is both a privilege and a pleasure for our team to bring “Cumberoona” to discerning buyers
We look forward to sharing this incredible property with you and showcasing all it has to offer
Justin Gay, Principal, Ray White Goulburn
Justin Gay
Selling Principal
Ray White Goulburn & Crookwell M 0429 795 507 E justin.gay@raywhite.com raywhiteruralcrookwell.com.au
Overview:
‘Cumberoona’ is an impressive rural holding spanning 1,552 hectares (3,835 acres), offering scale, productivity and lifestyle in equal measure. With its own private access from Woodville Road, this remarkable property presents as one of the Southern Tablelands’ most exclusive opportunities
Highly developed for grazing and cropping, ‘Cumberoona’ is ideally suited to prime lamb, wool, and cattle production, with further potential for cereals and fodder crops Approximately 75% of the country is pasture improved with phalaris, fescue, rye and clovers, supported by rotational fodder crops including oats and brassicas The landscape ranges from fertile creek flats and gently undulating grazing country to elevated granite hills, lightly timbered with established eucalypts for shade and shelter Aesthetically, tree lines and boundary plantings provide both functionality and natural beauty
Water security is a key strength, with the permanent Wheeo Creek running through the property for over 6 kilometres, the Crookwell River forming more than 2 kilometres of boundary, supported by permanent springs, a 12ML irrigation licence, solar powered bore and an extensive network of reliable dams. This ensures consistent productivity regardless of seasonal conditions.
Currently conservatively carrying approximately 11,000 DSE, ‘Cumberoona’ offers significant scope for further development and intensification. The balance of size, infrastructure, pasture quality and natural water resources combine to create an outstanding farming enterprise, while its strategic location near Goulburn, Canberra and Sydney adds strong lifestyle and investment appeal
Property Details
Services
The following services are available:
Individually metred electricity and telephone to both Homestead and Second Residence
Fresh water from tank supply and garden supply from header tank fed from Wheeo Creek and solar powered bore.
Two separate domestic septic system, plus one at the wool shed
Bottled gas supply
School bus to the front entrance of the property
Schools and Hospital infrastructure available in both Crookwell and Goulburn
Rail travel available to Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne from Goulburn.
Sale Yards located at Carcoar, Yass and Wagga.
Topography
The topography of ‘Cumberoona’ ranges from 560 metres ASL (Above Sea Level) to the north west of the Crookwell River up to a peak of 740 metres ASL to the east and south east of the property
There is a good mix of country ranging from creek flats adjacent to the Crookwell River and Wheeo Creek, rising to low undulating grazing country including areas suitable for cultivation The north east portion of the property roles into gently undulating plateau land again with some arable areas
Soils
The soils consist predominantly of highly productive rich black basalt soils running to grey basalt and medium clay loams
5 % - Chocolate to Black basalt Creek Flats
15% - Sedimentary Shale derived
45% - Granite Loam
35% - Basalt
Pasture
The property has a good cover of native and improved pasture species. The majority of the property has been developed to high performance improved pasture species inluding sub clovers, covers, rye grass, phalaris and cocksfoot varities
Water
Water is one of the main features of the property with dual frontage to the permanent Wheeo Creek which meanders and bisects the southern section of the holding allowing for 6 km of dual frontage There is also 2 kilometres of boundary formed by the Crookwell River to the northwest, which is also a permanent water supply. Although much of the Crookwell River is fenced out at presenting into a neighbouring land holding, this water supply still offers significant scope to water the property and stock further in this location if desired
These excellent clean water supplies are well supported by excavated dams to all paddocks, with approximately 28 main dams identified - except for those supported by the Crookwell River.
Timber
The majority of the property is lightly timbered with a scattering of large majestic eucalypt trees being predominantly box and peppermint varieties A heavier remnant stand of native timber exists to the west of the main improvements There is plentiful good quality firewood for domestic and/or commercial use.
Some European trees have been planted surrounding the main improvements and along the entry to the property There are also a number of established and establishing tree breaks through the property to assist in shade and shelter to livestock.
Grasses
Some of the native grasses species include red grass, microlena, danthonia, and some naturally occurring sub clovers
Roads
The property is well serviced by roads, including entry from the Woodville Road. Access is also available to a small frontage to Fish River Road to the rear south west corner of the property Both of these roadways are council maintained all weather access roadways which connect to bitumen sealed roadways nearby, providing excellent access to Crookwell, Goulburn and the Hume Highway.
Irrigation Licenses - Surface Water
The property is supplied with water from Wheeo Creek which bisects the property adjacent to the improvements of the southern end
W A No - 70AL610962
Volume - 12 ML
Category - General Security
Source - Wheeo Creek
Arable Area
It is estimated that there are 340* ha would be arable and suitable for the growing of fodder crops.
Fertiliser
Fertiliser has been applied to the majority of the property on a rotational basis Fertilisers have also been utilised with the crops that have been sown
Fencing
The property is subdivided into 33 main paddocks, with further smaller holding and stud paddocks available nearby to the main improvements
Fencing consists of a mixture of steel and timber stays and strainers, steel droppers, netting, ringlock, plain and barb wire. All recently renewed fencing is being constructed entirely out of steel.
Rainfall
The average annual rainfall for the district is 675mm (27 inches)
Carrying Capacity
Based on the current stock inventory provided by the owners the current stock rate equates to 11,000 DSE (Dry Sheep Equivalents). We consider this rate to be conservative
Comment
Although the quality of the management is the main factor that will determine the profitability of a grazing business, it is essential for the property being managed to possess the key profit foundations on which to base the business
With the outstanding productive pastures, secure water supply, consistent climate and well maintained working improvements “Cumberoona” offers the foundations on which to further build a profitable breeding and finishing business
Please note: Areas and distances are approximate only
Accomodation
The Homestead
The Homestead was originally built in 1983, being of pine log and galvanised iron roof construction It was significantly extended in 1997 to allow for a part twostorey addition and full modernisation. The accommodation today provides four bedrooms and four bathrooms, including two with ensuites and a master suite with a walk-in dressing room Living areas consist of formal lounge and dining rooms, a kitchen and meals area, family room, optional office, laundry/mudroom, and wide verandahs at the front and rear. The homestead is heated by two solid fuel heaters and part in-slab heating to the main ground floor addition area and reverse cycle air conditioning.
Car accommodation consists of an attached two car carport and detached garage with studio/workshop accommodation/ensuite above
The main homestead is set in an elevated hill side position which allows for excellent northerly views and aspect These improvements are complimented by attractive park like garden surrounds
Second Residence
This building was the original residence for the property and was built in the early 1900's with a federation appearance It has been constructed predominantly of weatherboard with galvanised iron roofing The accommodation compromises four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It has also been renovated and is in well maintained condition, perfect for a farm manager or holiday accomodation. These improvements are set in appealing garden surrounds, also with good northerly aspect and look
Sheep Yards
Timber and steel construction with a drafting race and undercover drenching race The yards are located adjoining the shearing shed
Out Yards
Newly constructed Stock Pro steel yards with undercover crush, scales and weighing capacity.
Tanks
There is a number of water tanks at each of the residences.
4 x main concrete tanks
Numerous x various size poly tanks connected to the ancillary structures Solar powered bore
These tanks and bore are all part of the reticulation system servicing ‘Cumberoona’.
Septic Tank
Individual septic systems connected to each of the residences and shearing shed
Silos
Two galvanised iron silos, Cone base and flat bottom with an approximate total capacity of 80 tonne
Fuel
1 x above ground diesel tanks
1 x above ground ULP fuel tank
Machinery / Hayshed
A recently built 24 x 9, steel machinery shed with part concrete slab The 18 x 5 Hayshed is open span and high clearance with lockable full height front sliding doors
Workshop
This structure compromises an older corrugated galvanised iron clad building with enclosed workshop area and several undercover skillion stores to three sides
Shearing Shed
Corrugated galvanised iron clad, with a raised timber floor, four electric equipped stands, open plan wool room with built in wool storage bins, machine
room area, tea room and septic toilet. The improvements are capable of shedding approximately 600 full wool sheep, 300 on timber slat flooring along with a further 300 below the main shed floor working area
The main loading of sheep for sale and transportation also occurs out of rear of the shed. A further feature of this improvement is a drive-in bay which allows for truck access to load wool bales undercover This loading bay is also utilised as a dual purposes storage area for the on farm machinery
Cattle Yards
Recently constructed Proway yards with covered CIA Steel cattle crush with scale/ weighing capability With adjoining weaning yard
