Imagine sitting on the veranda sipping coffee or freshly squeezed orange juice (from your own trees) as Wedge-tailed Eagles soar the property with majestic mountain ranges in the background and no sign of civilisation or a rooftop in sight. Imagine hiking, biking, or riding horses on your own trails through lush rainforest to the waterfalls. And finally imagine at the end of the day, sitting down to a dinner of fresh organic home-grown veges as the sun sets over the mountains to the west as an array of colourful birds bid an end to the day. This is Windrider Ridge.
Windrider Ridge appeals to nature aficionados with interests ranging from observing birds and native marsupials, orchid enthusiasts, rain forest buffs, hikers, mountain bikers, gardeners (frost free), and equestrians. Or relax with a book on the veranda and be lulled into peaceful tranquillity only interrupted by the sounds of the varied bird life that so enjoy the native species planted for their benefit.
The property encompasses 85.7 hectares (212) acres, backing onto the World Heritage Border Ranges National Park and sits 300 meters above sea level. Approximately 20 acres is improved pasture ideal for horses or cows with 4 separately fenced paddocks, each with automatic water troughs. The balance is native forest with substantial pockets of lush rainforest and 7.2km of trail winding throughout the entire block. Ideally located 9km south of the Queensland border along the scenic Lions Road merging into Grady’s Creek Road, the quaint town of Kyogle is 35km southeast with Lismore and Casino each a short drive from Kyogle. Beaudesert is 60km to the northeast and the Gold Coast and Brisbane each about 125km. The closest beaches are located in Ballina, only an hour from Kyogle.
The three bedroom house(built 1998) is solidly constructed and has striking polished wood floors throughout. Well designed closet space enhances the open living plan with the kitchen spilling into the dining and living room areas.
The ample pantry is a chef’s delight and the bedrooms have wonderful views and efficient closets. The tiled bath is adorned with a claw-foot tub and a large shower stall.
Guests have the privacy of the cosy unit under the main level accessed by a private entrance. A comfortable living room gives way to the bedroom/study and onto the bath area. A working kitchenette and private deck overlooking the orange, mandarin, and banana trees make morning coffee most enjoyable. In the cool cellar, wine stores perfectly and extra storage abounds.
The large three-bay colorbond workshop/garage has excellent lighting and power with solid work benches and ample shelving. Built in saddle racks and hooks for horse tack make this a large versatile space.
Behind the garage is the 2 stall stable with automatic watering and leads directly into the trail system that winds throughout the entire property.
A shipping container adds even more storage for that extra car or boat and tastefully located.
Infrastructure:
andbull; 100,000 litre (40,000 gallons) of rainwater storage tanks provide ample water for both the house and the stock tanks with a large dam for backup. The fencing is of highest quality
andbull; The stockyard and headbail are well positioned at the bottom of the property to efficiently handle horses or cows and built to last for decades.
andbull; Solar water system
andbull; Wireless internet and excellent mobile and TV reception
andbull; Lopi high efficiency wood stove and lifetime wood supply
andbull; Fully enclosed vege garden
andbull; Shade house with extensive benches
andbull; Variety of fruit trees to include- mandarins, oranges, bananas, papayas, mangoes, passion fruit, grapes
andbull; Worm farm
andbull; 132sqm living area
andbull; 118sqm verandas
andbull; 29sqm guests unit
andbull; 9sqm guest veranda
andbull; Cellar and under house storage 36sqm