ABSOLUTE water security from four kilometres of river and creek frontage and 732mm of annual rainfall have ensured “Clovelly”, at Laggan, is presented to market as an exceptional Southern Tablelands pastoral opportunity.

Owned for 10 years by former National Rugby League chief executive Neil Whittaker and his wife Liz, the 409ha property is made up of four land parcels the family purchased to re-aggregate the holding almost back to its original size.

“Clovelly” is prime sheep grazing land with a carrying capacity of 3,900 DSE on highly arable soils. Almost half of the property is sown to improved pastures, with 154ha comprising a mix of clover, ryegrass, fescue and forage crops and the balance native grasses.

The Whittakers, who grew up in the local area, run a self-replacing Merino flock with ewes joined to Merino rams and a portion of the progeny joined to Border Leicesters for first cross ewes, which are then joined to Poll Dorsets to produce prime lambs.

While the well-fenced property contains a two-stand woolshed with new shearing machinery and three sets of sheep yards including one that is new, “Clovelly” could also be converted into a beef enterprise or provide agistment for cattle.

“What makes “Clovelly” such an attractive investment is its versatility, location and access to river and creek frontage, which ensures a large proportion of the paddocks have access to fresh, running water,” Neil Whittaker said.

Stock are sold at nearby Yass or Wagga Wagga saleyards or trucked direct to processing facilities in Goulburn or Gundagai, depending on seasonal and market conditions.

Set in a pretty valley with a picturesque aspect close to the Bolong River, the “Clovelly” homestead was built in 1949 by the Francis family who lived on the property for more than 60 years.

The three bedroom home is renovation-ready, with architectural design, landscaping plans and consultant reports all available for the new owner to create a homestead to suit their lifestyle.

Living quarters of 160m² directly adjacent to the house provide comfortable accommodation for the duration of the renovation.

LAWD Senior Director, Col Medway, said the accessibility of “Clovelly” made it a desirable option for a range of investors.

“The location of the property and its ease of access to Canberra and Sydney would suit a range of buyers, from an existing landholder looking to acquire a quality holding to a young family desiring a premium turnkey property to begin their farming career,” said Mr Medway said.

“Clovelly” is offered for sale by Expression of Interest closing at 12 noon (AEDT) on Thursday 26 October, 2023.

For further information contact Col Medway +61 428 481 243 or Tim Corcoran +61 407 893 935.