248 Ralvona Lane

Holbrook NSW 2644

Holbrook itself offers excellent educational, medical and recreational facilities while Albury Wodonga offers tertiary education in two universities, two TAFE colleges plus some fifteen private and public secondary colleges. Buses to all these institutions run daily. A great place to live.

AREA: 307.4 Hectares 760 Acres

LOCATION: Willow Bend Home is situated some 13kms from Holbrook (population 1400) via Culcairn-Holbrook Road and sealed Ralvona Lane. Only 72kms from Albury and 82kms to Wagga Wagga. A most convenient location.

COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: All cleared pasture country dividing into two distinct categories being firstly strong grey and red loam soils to the north of Willow Bend Creek and secondly heavier grey clay based soils. In general the property is described as flat country with a general slope to the south and the Ten Mile Creek catchment. Appealing shade trees remain throughout the property while established tree lines are strategically placed.

FENCING & SUBDIVISION: Willow Bend is subdivided into sixteen (16) major paddocks with ease of management laneway linking the northern portion of the property to the working improvements. Boundary fencing is principally netting with both plain and barb wire. All subdivisional fencing is Ringlock Hinge Joint with plan wires, barb wire, steel, concrete and wooden posts. All in good to very good order.

WATER
Willow Bend water comprises:
(a) Riverina Water mains supply to residences, working improvements and some troughing.
(b) Fully equipped bore rated 12,000 litres per hour (Licence No: 50WA512199). Water piped to seven (7) paddocks.
(c) Nine (9) catchment dams.
(d) Small tank 1,000 litres to main residence.
Excellent water supply

RAINFALL: Generally accepted at 26 to 27 inches (595mm 700mm) average recorded over last 17 years (see chart). Recognised as reliable Autumn Winter rainfall.

FERTILISER HISTORY: A strong fertiliser history has been established over the last 17 years. There have been annual applications of superphosphate and elements every year with the exception of 2011. All records available from vendor.

IMPROVEMENTS

1. Willow Bend Home

Situated in approximately 2 acres (1ha) of parklike surrounds this attractive residence is of Hebel brick construction, concrete rendered with a colorbond roof and was built in 1995. Comprising three (3) separate wings this home offers energy efficient and north facing with north/south windows through the living areas making for light and airy rooms.

On entering this comfortable home is a large entrance hall with full north facing window. This hall leads to large living comprising lounge room with open fireplace, separate dining room, huge country kitchen/ family room complete with island bench, an abundance of cupboards and bench space, electric oven and cooktop, range hood, dishwasher and double sink. A Norseman slow combustion heater, overhead fan and split system plus a built in desk and bookcase completes this family area.

The kitchen/family room leads to a boot room with built in storage and adjoining laundry and office/study. The main bedroom wing offers a double bedroom with built in robes and a twin bedroom. Bathroom with separate toilet. The guest area comprises two (2) double bedrooms. One (1) with a built in robe, bathroom and separate toilet. Attached to the home is a double carport with a 6x7 metre workshop with bench/pipe rack, toilet and sink. Surrounding the home are verandahs with 5 eaves and concrete paths. The home is fully wool insulated.

Willow Bend Garden

Developed on approximately 1ha 2Acres this attractive parklike garden is predominately lawn with established trees and shrubs. These include Pineoaks, Ash, Chinese Elms plus many varied deciduous and exotic trees. An established hedge protects the rear of the home which has attractive areas of cottage style garden with varieties of roses, rosemary and citrus to name a few. At the northern side of the home directly in front of the living areas there are three (3) rose trellises plus an established wisteria walkway. A variety of fruit trees include peaches, nectarine, apple, pear, quince and lemon. Improvements within the garden include a large chook shed, two (2) dog runs and a wood shed. Water for the garden is via mains water and bore water to garden. Rainwater over the kitchen sink with mains water to rest of home.

2. Willow Bend Cottage

An older type residence in well maintained condition. Principally of Murray Pine construction this weatherboard home offers three (3) bedrooms and sleep out, lounge, dining and kitchen areas plus car accommodation. A neat but modest home with established trees and shrubbery. Access to Willow Bend Cottage is quite separate from the main residence and is only 7kms from Holbrook via Culcairn-Holbrook Road.

3. Working Improvements

Woolshed Modern two stand raised board with sloping catching floors. 240V single phase power. Sheep yards All steel Bugle type sheep yards in very good order. Extra shedding Older type storage shedding in need of some refurbishment (storm damage). Water supply to all these improvements is via mains water supply. Silos One Kotzur Silo (400 bag). Good order.