60 Smiths Road, Southbridge, Selwyn

Attractive and Affordable Small Holding

For Sale - $695,000 plus GST (if any)

This exceptionally well maintained small holding, comprising 10.0990 hectares (25 acres) is situated in the heart of the highly regarded Southbridge farming district, renown for its strong sense of community.

Located on a quiet country road ideal for horse riding and in close proximity to both the coast and the popular Rakaia huts settlement and lagoon which offer a host of recreational activities including surf casting, salmon fishing and jet boating.

The home was built in 1935 and is sited in a private and sheltered setting. The weatherboard home is well insulated and features beautiful Rimu panelling and a newly installed kitchen which has ample work space and features modern appliances including an induction hob. The kitchen/dining/living room with an excellent log burner provides a central and cosy living space.

Four bedrooms and a generous bathroom make this a warm and comfortable family home. A covered veranda/entrance way provides space to store outdoor wear, sundry items and dogs. The separate office/sleepout includes the laundry with a second toilet adjacent.

In addition there are numerous outbuildings suitable for storage plus a three bay hayshed and cattle load out ramp. The property comprises excellent Templeton soils and adjacent to the house is a large and productive vegetable garden. Very well fenced into four deer-fenced paddocks plus an approximately 5.5ha fifth paddock, all with good shelter ensuring easy management and the opportunity to generate income from baleage and grazing.