636 Speedy Road, Takapau, Central Hawkes Bay

Bluechip CHB landholding

Katoa Farm sits in the hub of the Ruataniwha basin located only 15.5 kilometres from Waipukurau. The 174 hectare property with its alluvial soils spread over the two flat terraces offers a discerning buyer the opportunity to follow the existing farming policy with excellent production or explore the Horticulture options this farm could offer. Katoa has a history of high yielding cash crops with potatoes, onions, wheat, peas and squash along with a beef fattening operation wintering between 250-500 bulls (this vary's dependent on the cropping program). The soils are alluvial silt loams and are a mixture of land use class 1 to 3. Irrigation is via a centre pivot, with an 80 hectare consent and second bore for stock and house water. The property also offers; cattle yards, numerous implement sheds, on farm metal pit and wool shed. A well appointed 1950 four bedroom home, which has been tastefully refurbished, has commanding views over part of the farm. This is a standout performer rarely seen on the Central Hawkes Bay market. Nestled between Waipukurau and Takapau. Waipukurau is the servicing town for Central Hawke's Bay and offers primary and secondary schooling options, health centre, a full range of retail and farm based services along with sporting facilities, wineries and numerous recreational activities. Close to a range of beaches, Back Paddock Lakes recreational area next door and close to the Ruahine ranges. Takapau offers primary school, local four square supermarket, golf course and rugby club. Taylor made gates and Silver Fern farms are also based in Takapau.
This is one unique opportunity!