Taking the leap into first farm ownership is a big decision and not one taken lightly. However, there has arguably never been a better time to make that move - and if you ask most farmers, the answer is almost always the same: they wish they had gone out on their own sooner.
If you're ready to take that step, look no further than 1153 Shenandoah Highway. This well-balanced dairy farm punches well above its weight and offers an outstanding opportunity for owner-operators or those looking to scale sensibly.
The property totals 117 hectares, with approximately 83 hectares effective, complemented by valuable river accretion grazing. Anyone familiar with this area will know just how productive these flat, fertile river soils are. Combined with a reliable rainfall and favourable climate, this is a farm that will reward good management - and deliver when farmed well.
The spacious dairy shed, built in 2010/11, features a yard capable of holding around 250 cows. A 2025 addition of in-shed feeding is already proving its worth, with the current season showing a notable lift in milk production. Historically, the farm has produced up to 71,000 kgMS, and with the right cows, operator, and continued use of in-shed feeding, there is clear scope to push performance further.
Farm infrastructure is practical and well laid out, with excellent yard space and the convenience of having the dairy shed, four-bay implement shed, and three-bay implement/calf or hay shed all located together - not spread far and wide across the property. The farm also benefits from a sound fertiliser history, with soil test information available.
Water is supplied via a reliable bore located near the dairy shed, servicing the entire property and having proven dependable throughout the farm's dairy operation.
The home, built in the late 1990s, is a comfortable and modest three-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling - warm, practical, and well suited to farm life.
Beyond the farm gate, lifestyle appeal is strong. With the Maruia River right on your doorstep, enjoy fishing, hunting, summer swimming holes, and the wider recreational benefits the area is known for - all while being just a short drive from the country town of Murchison and the services it offers.
Get in touch with Toby or Scott today for the full story - or better still, to make this opportunity your own.
Tender (No Prior Sale)
Closing Thursday 19th March 2026, 1:00pm
