172 Barkers Road, Methven, Ashburton

Offering an outstanding combination of productivity, versatility and infrastructure. "Woodlands" presents a rare opportunity to secure a well-developed 96.085-hectare farm in a sought-after farming district. With a consented groundwater irrigation scheme servicing 60 hectares and the potential to irrigate up to 95 hectares, this property is ideally equipped to support a wide range of farming enterprises. The farm features excellent subdivision with central lane access, established shelter belts, deer facilities, grain storage and multiple utility sheds, providing an efficient and practical working environment. A comfortable home and extensive supporting improvements complete the package. Currently managed as dairy/dairy support farm unit, "Woodlands" offers proven performance while providing the flexibility to adapt to future farming opportunities. Whether you're looking to expand an existing operation or invest in a highly versatile rural asset, this exceptional property is ready to deliver.

Deadline Sale 22 October 2026

Worth serious consideration – Cranlea Farm, an approx. 317-hectare dairy support and finishing property in the thriving Cheviot area, combining the approx. 192.0899-hectare home block with an adjoining approx. 125-hectare river block. The two can also be purchased separately, but together they form a genuinely balanced operation that's hard to find in today's market. Recent dairy conversions across Canterbury have tightened supply of quality support country, and that scarcity is exactly what makes this property stand out. The home block is well suited to young and beef stock, with irrigation driving strong summer grass growth across the flats. The river block brings excellent wintering capacity, with country ideally suited to the job. Together, the balance works – and the land converts just as well to fattening or finishing, giving flexibility across a range of farm models. Irrigation draws from the Hurunui River, backed by two storage dams for consistent supply. Three pivots cover approx. 40 hectares, with a fixed grid system across a further approx. 20 hectares – approx. 60 hectares of irrigated flats in total. The river block adds proven performance of its own, with consented designs for a further approx. 68 hectares of pivot and fixed grid irrigation still to come. The home block itself runs from medium hills and gentle rolling contour down to partially irrigated flats, split into approx. 22 main paddocks with quality fencing. Infrastructure is practical and complete: a four-bay implement shed, wool-shed, hay-shed, cattle yards, small sheep yards, and established shelter belts. The four-bedroom homestead sits elevated, looking out over the surrounding country. The river block itself is well fenced for easy access and stock movement, with plenty of dry areas and deep, productive silt soils underfoot – making it the ideal wintering or fattening block. It's well served by infrastructure too, with multiple hay sheds and a tidy three-bedroom home on site. The Hurunui River and coast are close by, with fishing – including the salmon run – boating, kayaking and walking tracks all on the doorstep. Cheviot township is approx. 10 minutes away, Christchurch under 90. With Cheviot emerging as a growing hub for viticulture, hops and vegetable production, Cranlea offers scope well beyond traditional dairy support and finishing. A rare chance to secure genuine scale and balance in one line, at a time when properties like this simply aren't coming to market.

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Spectacular sea views and premium location just 31 km south of Kaikoura, Okarahia Downs is an impressive 236.8 ha (approx) property offers breathtaking coastal views and easy SH1 access. The stunning location provides the perfect balance of productive farming and lifestyle benefits, with handy access to Kaikoura's renowned hunting, fishing and mountain recreation. Magnificent homestead: This extensively modernised homestead is a true showpiece. The grand double-door entrance leads to an expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, complimented by a separate lounge. Four generous bedrooms include the main with ensuite, plus an upstairs rumpus room that can double as additional accommodation. Modern central heating and a Hunter log burner ensures year-round comfort, while the large inground swimming pool and entertaining areas create the perfect lifestyle setting. Expansive established gardens and lawns surround the home, with a two-car garage and workshop completing the package. Exceptional farming infrastructure: The property boasts impressive improvements including enclosed deer yards, a modern three-bay shed with lockup and concrete flooring, large steel and wooden cattle yards, and a two-bay hayshed. This comprehensive infrastructure makes it ready for deer farming, cattle operations, or trophy hunting ventures. Outstanding investment opportunity: With improving farming economics and favourable interest rates, this is perfect timing to secure a premium property in this tightly held coastal region. The motivated vendor presents a rare chance to acquire a fully developed operation with multiple revenue streams including established deer farming, cattle farming capability, trophy hunting opportunities, and potential tourism or lifestyle business ventures. This unique property offers the complete package in one of New Zealand's most desirable coastal farming areas, combining stunning ocean vistas, exceptional infrastructure, and proven agricultural potential. Plus GST (if any).

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